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University of Ceramic Tile and Stone launches tile specialist course

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The University of Ceramic Tile and Stone (UofCTS) has provided training to thousands of people in the tile and stone industry over the last decade. The intent of the course is to teach tile installers and others the current installation standards, methods and practices to avoid installation problems. San Diego, Calif.—The

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NTCA empowers installers with 14 workshops, six trainings in June

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—The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) has announced its June tour across 10 states, delivering an extensive lineup of standards-based educational workshops and regional trainings to industry professionals. The NTCA Reference Manual serves as a guiding resource throughout the training.

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Ceramic: Key requirements for a top-quality installation

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That axiom certainly applies to the world of ceramic tile installation where careful planning is absolutely crucial to the success of any project, be it residential or commercial. Are they flat within the standards we need for the type of tile we’re installing?” Can it be installed per TCNA (Tile Council of North America) standards.

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NTCA expands training initiative for 2024

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—The National Tile Contractors Association ( NTCA ) trainers will be touring nine states, offering 17 free, standards-based workshops and eight free regional trainings this year—nearly double the number provided in 2023. Regional trainings will be held in: Ariz., Workshops will be held in: Calif.,

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The University of Ceramic Tile and Stone’s (UofCTS) Online, “Understanding the Basics of Ceramic Tile” Course is Updated

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The University of Ceramic Tile and Stone’s (UofCTS) Online. “Understanding the Basics of Ceramic Tile” Course is Updated. UofCTS also releases CTDA Certified Ceramic Tile Specialist (CCTS) Study Guide online course. The online course is called the CTDA Certified Ceramic Tile Specialist (CCTS) Study Guide.

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CTEF to focus on CTI/ACT certification at Coverings

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Atlanta—The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) will focus on the Certified Tile Installer (CTI) and the Advanced Certifications for Tile Installers (ACT) programs during Coverings 2024 taking place April 22-25, 2024, here. Knowing and understanding standards and specifications is key to growing the tile industry.”

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Ceramic: Category reaps benefits of booming housing market

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Daltile’s new Defend is a distinct product line of high-performance ceramic tile featuring Microban technology, which will not wash off or wear away. ceramic tile consumption rose 23.7% billion square feet of ceramic tile, up 34.8% Ceramic residential sales in the U.S. In addition, through Q2 2021, the U.S. imported 1.10