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 grout also aims to provide versatility and color consistency. pounds, Glass Tile Adhesive Lite is half the weight of a traditional thin-set, making it easier to transport and handle. according to Laticrete. Friday, July 9th.

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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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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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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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Granada Tile

AUGUST 31, 2017

Thinset (not ceramic tile adhesive). Grout (light colored). Grout float. Grout release (or use Penetrating Sealer) for cement or concrete tiles. Thinset is an adhesive mortar made of cement, fine sand and a water-retaining agent. Step 7: Pre-Seal Prior to Grouting. Step 8: Apply the Grout.

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The London Tile Co.

OCTOBER 25, 2016

We stock a wide range of tiles for anywhere in your home, and we can advise on extras like waterproofing, underfloor heating, adhesive and grout. Range of ceramic wall tiles, from metro kitchen tiles to neutral bathroom tiles. Products and Services Available. Stylish & inspirational displays.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 3, 2019

The Ardex Group, a manufacturer of high-performance, specialty building materials, has acquired a strategic stake in Ceramfix of Brazil, a manufacturer of products for the installation of ceramic tiles, including mortars, tile adhesives, grouts, waterproofing and accessories.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 27, 2020

Tough to remove: If installed using a vinyl adhesive , vinyl floors are challenging to remove. Porcelain and ceramic tile bathroom floors. From the appearance, it’s difficult to tell porcelain and ceramic tile apart. Porcelain and ceramic are often the best tile for bathroom floors for durability and affordability.

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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

Ceramica Gomez (Booth 4939), Zante: Zante introduces textures and reliefs which turn ceramic tile into works of art, spanning weathered, high-gloss, volumetric, rugged and embossed finishes. Metropolitan Ceramics (Booth 3025), METROBRICK®: The METROBRICK Fast Ship offering features six new blends added to the product line for 2019.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 11, 2019

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. Even though many of our tile series is strong enough to hold up to the heat of fire, the adhesives and grouts used to set the tile are not intended to have that much exposure to an open flame.

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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. WHAT IS GARDEN 2CM PRODUCT USED FOR? Quick and easy dry installation on grass, sand, and gravel. Temporary venue space for restaurants, events, and conferences. High traffic areas.

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Granada Tile

SEPTEMBER 3, 2013

Do not use ceramic tile adhesive.); Then you’ll want to evenly apply the adhesive mixture to the floor subsurface, using a trowel with 1/2″ with semicircular notches. Make sure you always brush the adhesive in the same direction, otherwise air will be trapped and the tiles may lift up.

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The Tile Council of North America Blog

JANUARY 29, 2014

Installation of Ceramic Tile in the Wet-Set Method, with Portland Cement Mortar – 2013 [Revised] Status: The publication available for purchase through TCNA and ANSI is current. There is an open PINS on this standard because a group of technical experts is working on possible revisions to section 3.6 Metal lathe or approved alternate).

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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. www.nsfsustainability.org.

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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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The London Tile Co.

AUGUST 3, 2015

Porcelain has an inherent low porosity, which means that it won’t get cracks from frozen moisture, unlike ceramic and natural stone. Using adhesive is suitable for domestic installations, such as a driveway or your garden patio. To secure the tiles into place, the adhesive used must be suitable for outside use.

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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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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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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 2, 2016

Glass is not always associated with durability, but in truth glass tile can be just as strong and long lasting as ceramic tile. By nature, glass tile retains certain properties that make it more resilient than ceramic tile. This makes soft grout joints important, as well as an experienced installer. See more of our glass tile.

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The Habitus Collection

OCTOBER 3, 2017

Irregular shards of virgin cork are shaped by hand and supplied on sheets for installation like ceramic tiles using thinset adhesive and tile grout. It is produced using remnants of the cork industry in Spain and Portugal. Renewable, recycled, handmade with no power tools or electricity utilized in its production.

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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. The tiles can also be dry laid onto grass, gravel, dirt and sand without grout or adhesives, making installation incredibly easy.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

JULY 14, 2016

Contrary to popular belief, ceramic tile and grout, by themselves are not waterproof. Water can penetrate through cement-based grout and work its way through the substrate. Some sheets have adhesive backing and others require separate adhesives or cement mortar. The primer may take an hour or more to dry.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 21, 2023

LVT/Rigid core Unilin FlinTile FlinTile locking technology offers a click rigid floor (SPC) with an authentic ceramic look that is easy to install and 100% waterproof due to grouted joints. FlinTile addressees the most important downsides of ceramic tiles offering easy installation, lightweight tiles and s trong impact resistance.

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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. Atelier, in my opinion, ranks as one of the ceramic tile world’s finest hours. Arché range by Mario Montanari for Katy’s Line.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 13, 2023

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. Pigmenti , introduced by Lea Ceramiche, is a collection rich in formats and decorative inspiration.

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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. We introduced wood planks and stones; however, the stone and ceramic looks are a real opportunity because we’re using similar printing technology to real ceramic.”.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 30, 2013

This is likely to include adhesive, grout, a grout scraper, gloves, and safety glasses. ceramic tile. Architectural Ceramics: Tile+Mosaic. Lets take a look at how you should approach the task. Necessary Materials. Planning is key to success, so make sure that you have everything you need before you get started.

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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. Sealers and Cleaning.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

SEPTEMBER 12, 2012

Advances in ceramic technologies have improved the performance and the look of tile. In addition, grouts, adhesives, sealers and other sundries have all made great strides in the last decade, resulting in fewer claims, longer lasting installations, and less maintenance. Better Materials.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 2, 2012

On wall installations especially, large-format, traditional thickness porcelain or ceramic tile can be a bit labor intensive. Still, large-format tile came with its own challenges, not the least of which was the weight of the material. Luckily for designers and installers alike, a solution has evolved! Now let’s talk size.

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The London Tile Co.

MAY 11, 2015

Ceramic, porcelain and natural stone tiles can all be used, but be aware that some of these tiles will require sealing and more regular maintenance than others. Tiles, adhesive and grout. What type of tiles should I use? Can I fit a wet room myself? What will I need for my wet room? Shower tray and wet room drain.

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The London Tile Co.

JUNE 4, 2021

These are often made of ceramic and are relatively inexpensive, allowing you to experiment with different colours and styles. Always go for porcelain floor tiles over ceramic as porcelain tiles are much harder wearing and highly unlikely to crack or chip. Top tip: tile grout doesn’t have to be white!

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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. How is porcelain paving made?

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Laticrete contributed grout, tile sealant and tile adhesive for 3½ bathrooms and two kitchens. In “Idea House Build: Farmhouse in Fairfield County,” a distinctive modern farmhouse, Laticrete contributed grout, tile sealant and adhesive for the four bathrooms, one kitchen, pantry and the mudroom/laundry room.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 13, 2022

i4F: True Grout. i4F is making its debut at NeoCon 2022 with i’s True Grout, designed to imitate the beauty of modern rectified ceramics for both floors and walls without its inconveniences, offering easier installation and maintenance as well as improved hygiene. SPC/rigid core tiles featuring True Grout are ideal for any room.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 27, 2020

Products showcased will include SpectraLock 1 Pre-Mixed Grout, Laticrete Select-Bond, Fracture Ban SC, 170.5 SpectraLock 1 is an evolutionary pre-mixed, stain-proof grout that has the performance of an epoxy. The grout also provides exceptional versatility and excellent color consistency, even with the most demanding applications.

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