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CTEF focuses on tile installer training, education at TISE 2020

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The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF), which provides education and installer certification for professionals working in the ceramic tile and stone industry, will focus on finished tile work education sessions and Certified Tile Installer (CTI) evaluator training at the 2020 International Surfaces Event (TISE) in Las Vegas.

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Reader’s poll names Kiano as tile product of the year

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With Coverings cancelled due to the Coronavirus epidemic, Diary of a Tile Addict has been opened up to select tile manufacturers to keep tile information flowing world-wide. Known and trusted tile brands have been offered one FREE post during an initial three month trial, covering April, May, and June 2020.

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Bostik adds pro rewards to Contractor Loyalty Program

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“Beginning April 1, 2020, all approved Bostik Pro Rewards contractor participants can earn triple the points on a select number of products through May 31, 2020,” said Chris Eichman, Bostik’s Marketing Communications Manager. Sports and outdoor prizes must be redeemed by June 30, 2020, to qualify for the 50% discounted rate.

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Laticrete kicks off Spectralock 1 ‘Pick 1’ Sweepstakes

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2020, verified tile and stone installation contractors may enter the Spectralock 1 “Pick 1” Sweepstakes for a chance to win the grand prize to choose between a truck, a boat with a trailer or a dream vacation. 2020, Spectralock 1 is the only pre-mixed grout in the market that meets and/or exceeds the ANSI A118.3 Launched in Feb.

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Installation: Grouts, mortars ‘seal’ the deal

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Perhaps the most design-savvy of flooring categories, tile is most particularly supported by grout and mortar products. In fact, industry experts agree grout and mortar can make or break a tile installation. Grout and mortar’s value lies in its strength, durability and stability that it pro- vides to your tile floor.

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Coverings 2022 shines light on innovation, design

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We’ve had great traffic at the show,” said Micah Hand, director of market- ing and product management, Florida Tile. “I During the show, Eric Astrachan, executive director, Tile Council of North America (TCNA), gave a full report on the U.S. ceramic tile market. ceramic tile consumption in 2021 was 3.11 There was 2.23

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Suppliers reveal next big things for 2021

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It would be an understatement to say the industry—and most of the world—is glad to see 2020 go. “In resilient products, wood looks are refined with fewer knotholes and less dramatic graining; popular tile looks feature designs that mimic high-end materials. HDPC waterproof vinyl tile. By Megan Salzano.

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