Floor Covering News

JULY 6, 2021

Spectralock 1: Spectralock 1 is a pre-mixed, stain-proof grout that has the performance of an epoxy. The product is designed to provide strength at 3,500 psi, the ability to be submerged and a fast curing rate so that installers can complete durable projects quicker. The grout also aims to provide versatility and color consistency.

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The London Tile Co.

JUNE 4, 2021

We’re here with another handy guide to help you navigate the choices you’ll face when dealing with kitchen design. These are often made of ceramic and are relatively inexpensive, allowing you to experiment with different colours and styles. Top tip: tile grout doesn’t have to be white! Kitchen Interior Design.

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The London Tile Co.

MARCH 21, 2018

Porcelain and ceramic tiles are made in basically the same way. Many porcelain tiles are also rectified which means that the edges are ground down to make them straight and even in size, this allows you to install them with narrow grout joints for a modern, almost seamless look. Huge selection of designs available. Frost proof.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

Headquartered in Rockville, Maryland just outside the DC-metropolitan area, Architectural Ceramics is familiar with chilly temperatures in winter. Laticrete is AC’s go-to vendor partner for installation items such as grout and thin set. Want weekly updates about Architectural Ceramics and our product lines?

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How to Floor Tile

MAY 30, 2019

Trim is needed for outside edges and around corners and niches in order to cover the cut tile be it porcelain or ceramic. It was akin to trying to install a wet washrag into the adhesive. After getting the one foot square patches of material into the adhesive I had to go back and straighten every single tile. Good luck!

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 11, 2019

Depending on your design and material choices, your fireplace can either become the star of the room or the supporting role. Often we see a decorative fire-safe paneling on the back and sides of the firebox, and sometimes we see what looks like a regular ceramic tile. Making the most of your fireplace design.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 2, 2016

Rockville, MD – The supposed fragility of glass tile does nothing to deter from its beauty, and how much designers and homeowners adore it. Glass is not always associated with durability, but in truth glass tile can be just as strong and long lasting as ceramic tile. See our Lines collection as an example. .

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Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

MARCH 7, 2016

If you ever thought that caring for a ceramic or stone tile surface was going to be difficult, your worries are over. A concentrated, professional strength acidic cleaner formulated specifically for cleaning and restoring natural stone, tile and grout. Removes cement-based grout haze, efflorescence, and mineral deposits.

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Granada Tile

AUGUST 31, 2017

Liven up your space with colorful patterns and mosaic designs, and add durability and efficiency to your kitchen with cement backsplash tiles. Thinset (not ceramic tile adhesive). Grout (light colored). Grout float. Grout release (or use Penetrating Sealer) for cement or concrete tiles. Tape measure.

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Tile Excellence

MAY 6, 2012

ceramic tile repairs floor tile replacment and shower regrouts. After the grout is removed then the tile to be replaced can be broken from the middle out in pieces and removed carefully using the hammer and chisel a little at a time or all at once if the tile is not bonded very well. Sunday, May 6, 2012.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 27, 2020

The sheer number of bathroom floor designs, colors, textures and material types further complicate the process. Tough to remove: If installed using a vinyl adhesive , vinyl floors are challenging to remove. Porcelain and ceramic tile bathroom floors. Porcelain and ceramic planks. Porcelain and ceramic tile.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JUNE 4, 2018

I have had a great feedback on my recent posts concerning the application of colour, and particularly coloured grouts, at the recent Coverings exhibition. This product can be used to fix and grout most materials, including porcelain stoneware, klinker, glass and metallic mosaic, natural and reconstituted stone, pebbles and even wood.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

The show will showcase inspiring images of tile products and applications, including previews of products that will be unveiled at Coverings 2019, on its social media channels, inviting designers to share their favorite products with the hashtags #NationalTileDay, #Coverings2019 and #WhyTile.

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Architectural Ceramics

FEBRUARY 22, 2016

February 2016 – Rockville, MD – Twice as thick as most tiles, Garden 2cm is one of Architectural Ceramic ‘s first outdoor pavers. Come into any of our 6 showrooms today to meet with a designer about your tile needs! WHAT IS GARDEN 2CM PRODUCT USED FOR? Quick and easy dry installation on grass, sand, and gravel.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 13, 2022

Chicago— NeoCon 2022 takes place here this week at the Merchandise Mart to showcase the latest in commercial design across industry categories. Through-pattern construction of VBT, which means the color and pattern extend throughout the thickness of the tile, is said to ensure the tile’s color and design will last the life of the floor.

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Granada Tile

SEPTEMBER 3, 2013

A while back, we shared Granada Tile ‘s brand new tile installation video with you, featuring Guy Vidal, of Design Vidal , taking us through the steps involved in installing cement tile in a bathroom. Do not use ceramic tile adhesive.); Read our handy tile installation rundown. Tile photo Granada Tile.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 23, 2012

In response to ceramic contractors’ needs for time-saving products, MAPEI has introduced Ultraflex™ LFT Rapid mortar to its line of fast-setting tile and stone installation systems. This mortar sets quickly, allowing grouting in three to four hours.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 1, 2023

T he vast majority of hard surface manufacturers today—especially resilient suppliers—are investing heavily in floating, rigid-core products designed to compete with the likes of laminate, engineered hardwood and even ceramic tile. Additionally, these products can lose their adhesion over time, especially if lifted and reset.

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The London Tile Co.

JULY 29, 2016

Material is also important, and while it might be tempting to go for a cheaper ceramic tile, a porcelain wood effect tile will be much more cost effective in the long run. On floors it is common practice to use a grout joint of around 3-5mm, although some rectified porcelain tiles can be fitted with a more narrow joint.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 3, 2013

Tile of Spain, the international brand representing 125 ceramic tile manufacturers belonging to the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturers’ Association (ASCER), has won a 2013 KBCULTURE Award for Tile of Spain manufacturer Ceracasa’s stunning Absolute porcelain tile. Ceracasa wins award. ” www.laticrete.com.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

NOVEMBER 4, 2013

Every year, Cersaie provides a unique opportunity to experience new frontiers in ceramics for homes as well as commercial and public spaces. Walking through the giant halls of the Bologna show, the most popular design trends revolved around four P’s: patchwork, patterns, planks and pavers.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 21, 2023

FCNews reveals the winners of its third annual FCNnovation Awards—an initiative designed to recognize and showcase some of the most innovative new products and technologies launched in the current year. Anderson Tuftex Discover Discover was designed with no pattern match required for installation. Bjelin Hardened wood flooring 3.0

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 13, 2023

showcases a multiplicity of genres and styles that merge into unique and original designs. Coverings’ three primary pavilions and sponsors of the show, Ceramics of Italy, Tile Council of North America (TCNA) and Tile of Spain, will feature a robust showcase of the newest and most innovative tile, stone and installation products.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

AUGUST 21, 2019

Although I have been writing about ceramic tiles for decades, and have visited Cersaie every year for over a quarter of a century, I still get a flush of excitement at the thought of this year’s show. This cushion-edged 100 by 135mm tile is one of the Etruscan designs from the Arché range by Katy’s Line. Mario Montanari at work.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

I believe the next looks will be in stone and ceramic as well as wall applications.”. Resilient visuals often follow trends seen in natural wood, stone and ceramic. While darker, rustic visuals still made an appearance, manufacturers said design trends are leaning toward the warmer, cleaner looks. “It

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Tile Talk

APRIL 30, 2013

This is likely to include adhesive, grout, a grout scraper, gloves, and safety glasses. The colors and designs that youll find are almost endless. Feel free to let your imagination run wild, and go with whatever patterns or designs appeal to you. backsplash designs. bathroom design. ceramic tile.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 2, 2012

First came the advent of large-format tile designs, providing the customer with greater coverage (not to mention some great new looks) while using fewer total tiles. On wall installations especially, large-format, traditional thickness porcelain or ceramic tile can be a bit labor intensive. Now let’s talk size.

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Stagetecture

AUGUST 10, 2016

How to Install Pebble Tiles Video: Tile Adhesive: Mosaic tile adhesive – Use only a high quality thinset mortar. It is important that each pebble is embedded in adhesive, however they should not be pressed deeply into the adhesive. Sealing and Grouting. Pebble Mosaic Tile Control Joints.

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