Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

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. The content is aligned with industry standards and methods, ensuring relevance and applicability. Jackson, Miss.—The

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 23, 2022

Las Vegas—The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) invites the tile industry to its booth (N3163) at Coverings 2022, taking place here, April 5-8, 2022 , for a demonstration of “GPTP By the Standard” and to witness the Mud Walls and Mud Floors Advanced Certifications for Tile Installers (ACT) program tests. to noon and 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. “On

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The London Tile Co.

JUNE 22, 2021

How to choose bathroom tiles. How about tile size? How to choose bathroom tiles for a bathroom? It’s always a good idea to use porcelain tiles on a floor. These tiles are widely available in both ceramic and porcelain, in beautiful geometric patterns. Move aside standard tiles, 3D tiles are entering the show.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MAY 20, 2016

The updated course offers a comprehensive look at ceramic tile uses, including industry standards, installation methods, avoiding problems, sales training, and how to work effectively with clients. UofCTS is currently in the process of updating the UofCTS Tile Installer Thin-set Standards (ITS) Verification online course.

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How to Floor Tile

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

Can't do that with Porcelain or standard Ceramic Tile. Here is that same shower after we finished it with Porcelain Tile that looked like Honed Marble. I actually like Natural Stone for the workability. I can cut it with a wet or diamond saw and finish corners by hand.

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Conestoga Tile Blog

MAY 23, 2015

To that end, the following are some tips you can use to prevent mold from taking over your tile: Follow ANSI & TCNA installation standards. The post How to Effectively Prevent Mold Growth on Ceramic Tile appeared first on Conestoga Tile. These help prevent moisture intrusion and keep the grout from becoming discolored as a result.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 29, 2020

This course teaches the basics of tile including terminology, usage, how it is manufactured, how it is installed, describing all of the various installation products, how to assist customers, professional upselling and how to maintain tile. Tile Installer Thin-set Standards (ITS) Verification.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 4, 2023

GPTP stands for Gauged Porcelain Tile and Gauged Porcelain Tile Panels/Slabs and is one of the ACT areas of certification. Specific GPTP hands-on demonstrations include: How to get Coverage for Gauged Porcelain Tile: Have you ever wondered what the mortar under your GPT looks like? Tuesday, 3 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Attendees will gain insight into today’s sustainability market and the current conversation around carbon emissions, detailing the need for furthering the demands of environmental transparency, standardized environmental performance and human health optimization pertinent to product ingredients.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 21, 2016

Seattle Bark Wood lookalike porcelain flooring. Architectural Ceramics was my top choice for tile because I really love the new trend of wood lookalike porcelain. The standard rough in is 12”; however, I had to buy a 14” rough in because our drain was set out further from the wall. The measure it again. And one more time.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

How to tile a shower in 48 seconds! design standards. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. How to use Modenus Designer and Artisan Portfolios. Chinese Fans made from Porcelain and Bamboo. Tuesday, September 25, 2012. backsplash designs. bathrom blogfest 2010.

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Tile Talk

MAY 6, 2014

I was thrilled to see porcelain tiles paying homage to traditional and contemporary cement tile patterns. And remember, while the look is that of hand-crafted cement, these tiles are made entirely of porcelain. As an advocate of hand-crafted ceramic and cement tile, I felt more connection than ever to these new porcelain tiles.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 24, 2014

design standards. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. How to use Modenus Designer and Artisan Portfolios. Chinese Fans made from Porcelain and Bamboo. Porcelain Tiles from Spain and the World Cup. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. backsplash designs.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 10, 2014

Last week we introduced our new Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool ! design standards. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. How to use Modenus Designer and Artisan Portfolios. Chinese Fans made from Porcelain and Bamboo. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 2, 2012

With the close of the 30th edition of Cersaie, the International Exhibition of Ceramics for Architecture and Bathroom Furnishings held annually in Bologna, Italy, once again proved itself as the launching pad for newly developed ceramic, porcelain, glass and mosaic tile products that will soon hit showrooms and the marketplace.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 24, 2012

CTaSC performs forensic investigations to determine the cause of problems and how to remediate those problems; we also perform laboratory testing, prepare installation guidelines and provide on-site quality control services on new tile and stone installations. The Ceramic Tile course includes industry standards and sales techniques.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 28, 2012

Now this slate comes in an assortment of sizes so laying out the floor isnt as easy as you would get in a standard tile floor. design standards. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. How to use Modenus Designer and Artisan Portfolios. backsplash designs. bathroom design.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 29, 2014

design standards. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. How to use Modenus Designer and Artisan Portfolios. Chinese Fans made from Porcelain and Bamboo. backsplash designs. bathrom blogfest 2010. bathroom design. bathroom tile. cement tile. cement tile plans. field tile.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 27, 2012

Now how to make 48 tiles cover the area that we had? Now once the decision was made I had to start the layout and plan on the concrete floor for how the tiles were to be spaced so that they looked like the design that I had made. design standards. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. It looked great! cement tile.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

’s Laminam collection gained a new series with the addition of Filo, a uniquely textured, metallic-finish line of large format porcelain panels ideal for skinning interior vertical surfaces in commercial settings. design standards. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool.

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Tile Talk

MAY 13, 2014

This annual tile and stone trade show, now in its 25 th year, brings together manufacturers from all corners of the globe to showcase the latest designs, materials, colors, and patterns available with cement, porcelain, ceramic or glass tiles. design standards. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. backsplash designs.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 8, 2013

As Autumn rolls in, were taking time to reflect on how proud and honored we are to offer handmade cement tiles created by true artisans. Our goal is to offer products that meet your uncompromising standards. design standards. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 18, 2013

Patchworks tiles, such as “ Minoo” by Marcel Wander for Bardelli, feature ornate 8”x8” porcelain floor tiles in five silkscreen patterns reminiscent of Persian rugs. Of these unique collections is “Azulej” – the latest porcelain tiles designed by Patricia Urquiola for Mutina. design standards.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 15, 2014

If you arent using a standard layout where we provide the ratio of tiles required, or you find yourself with uncommon tile sizes, then youll need to calculate the tiles required by finding the ratio of small tiles to larger tiles using the exact area of each tile. design standards. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

The Geo 10 in our standard colorway of Cana Green and Suede remains very popular. design standards. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. How to use Modenus Designer and Artisan Portfolios. Chinese Fans made from Porcelain and Bamboo. Neiba Cement Tile.

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Tile Talk

MAY 7, 2013

Porcelain tile that mimics polished stone from Fiandre Architectural Surfaces. SCAD Tiled Bench Exhibit : Coverings teamed up with the Interior Design Department at the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) where through a 10-week course, talented students learned how to design and tile six benches. design standards.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 19, 2013

There are four textures in this combination: Travertine, Luna, Limestone and Standard (smooth). design standards. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. How to use Modenus Designer and Artisan Portfolios. Chinese Fans made from Porcelain and Bamboo. bathroom tile.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 18, 2012

The centuries-old technique is believed to have originated in 9th century Mesopotamia with the desire to imitate the white porcelain wares coming from China. design standards. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. How to use Modenus Designer and Artisan Portfolios.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 21, 2012

Labels: cement tile , cement tile risers , cement tile stair treads , how to customize cement tile. design standards. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. How to use Modenus Designer and Artisan Portfolios. Chinese Fans made from Porcelain and Bamboo. at 6:00 AM.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 4, 2013

design standards. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. How to use Modenus Designer and Artisan Portfolios. Chinese Fans made from Porcelain and Bamboo. backsplash designs. bathrom blogfest 2010. bathroom design. bathroom tile. cement tile. cement tile plans. field tile.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 12, 2013

I’ll focus on the virtual showroom perspective and provide tips for more effective web sites and how to determine if an online catalog or e-commerce solution might be right for you. Ill also discuss how Social Media and blogging can save you time and may help bring customers to your virtual or brick-and-mortar store. cement tile.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 25, 2014

Weve been Playing with Pattern in Tile Design this month and shown you how Simple Patterns are Powerful ! Today, I want to share a few design secrets on how to effectively use patterns. design standards. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Tips for the Pattern Shy.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 9, 2013

Avente Tile works closely with its tile artisans and we can often beat the standard delivery time, or find ways to improve delivery with expedited freight or shipping. design standards. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. How to use Modenus Designer and Artisan Portfolios.

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Giotile

AUGUST 26, 2014

This measurement that relates to traction and tile slipperiness evokes questions about the methods for measuring it, what a COF measurement actually means, how to compare COF values and what the COF requirements are. What is the required minimum DCOF value and how does it compare to SCOF values? .

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 29, 2012

Because a residential backsplash, bath floor or fireplace requires less than 50 square feet, using stocked tiles in standard colorways will save money. design standards. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. How to use Modenus Designer and Artisan Portfolios. field tile.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 29, 2013

design standards. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. How to use Modenus Designer and Artisan Portfolios. Chinese Fans made from Porcelain and Bamboo. backsplash designs. bathrom blogfest 2010. bathroom design. bathroom tile. cement tile. cement tile plans. field tile.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 31, 2013

design standards. How to Finish the Edge on a Tile Countertop. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. How to use Modenus Designer and Artisan Portfolios. Chinese Fans made from Porcelain and Bamboo. backsplash designs. bathrom blogfest 2010. bathroom design. bathroom tile. cement tile. cement tile plans. field tile.

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