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. Glass Mosaic has been added to VIDREPUR’s Nature Collection.

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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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Diary of a Tile Addict

APRIL 5, 2020

There were six categories: tiles, tile adhesive/mortar, software, substrates/sealants, tools, and accessories. The sandy white matt wall tiles, available in 300 by 600mm and 350 by 1,000mm, create a discreet frame for decorative components such as Chess; a 100 by 100mm mosaic mounted on 300 by 300mm sheets. Kiano by Agrob Buchtal.

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Stagetecture

AUGUST 10, 2016

Pebble mosaic tile is one of the most popular tile backsplashes for natural bathroom walls, kitchens and feature walls. This can be achieved with beautiful pebble mosaic tile. See how transforming your space with pebble mosaic tile could be easier than you think. How to Install Pebble Mosaic Tile. Sealing and Grouting.

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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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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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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. Ultraflex LFT Rapid has a high content of a unique dry polymer, resulting in excellent adhesion to the substrate and tile. www.nsfsustainability.org.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 12, 2023

Framework Mosaic. Framework is an essential, trend-forward mosaic line with colors inspired by some of the most popular interior paint colors. Multi-size and multi-shape porcelain mosaic | 4 colors. Eden Mosaic. Modern Pursuit Mosaic. Multi-size and multi-shape stone visual mosaic | 5 colors. Estate Mosaic.

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Margaret Almon Mosaics

MARCH 31, 2017

Sun Trees, oil pastel by Suzanne Halstead and glass mosaic frame by Margaret Almon. A Margaret of Many Names: Grete Marks (1899-1990) Labeled degenerate by the Nazi’s because she was Jewish, and forced to give up her pottery factory in 1934 Germany, and fled to England where she continued to create ceramics that still look futuristic.

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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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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). Thinset is an adhesive mortar made of cement, fine sand and a water-retaining agent. Wet tile saw. Drill with mixing attachment. Tape measure.

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The London Tile Co.

MAY 11, 2015

You can use any type of tiles in your wet room, however we would recommend something like mosaics for the shower area floor as they will make it less slippery when wet. 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.

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Making Tile Modern

FEBRUARY 18, 2016

Continued from chapter 4 ) Ceramic, glass, porcelain, cement, cork… Margaret remembers retiling the kitchen floor of her apartment when she was in college. She just went to the local hardware store and got marble tile that was adhesive. Rex Ray Studio for Modwalls American Made: Ceramic in Eclipse Black. Was it vinyl?”

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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. Mosaic for instance demands more money to install even though it is on a backing. Cutting mosaic requires a different level of skill and equipment to accomplish. The reason is the tile had no stiff backing.

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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. What types of kitchen tiles are there?

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Diary of a Tile Addict

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Established for over five decades, this company is a major landmark in the Portuguese ceramics sector. Primus Vitoria’s tiles are used extensively in schools and healthcare facilities, and also in the adhesive-fixed tile façades that are such a feature of coastal towns in northern Portugal.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Established for over five decades, this company is a major landmark in the Portuguese ceramics sector. Primus Vitoria’s tiles are used extensively in schools and healthcare facilities, and also in the adhesive-fixed tile façades that are such a feature of coastal towns in northern Portugal.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 13, 2022

The collection’s concise field tile sizes are 12 x 24 and 24 x 24 supplemented by a 2 x 2 mosaic. The trend for wet rooms and ensuite bathrooms is driving demand for floor and wall products that imitate ceramics. No more adhesive means no more added expense and scheduling delays, and no more lingering chemical odors and mess.

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