Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 17, 2018

—Laticrete has introduced MultiMax Lite, a one-step, non-sag, large and heavy tile mortar for interior and exterior installations of ceramic tile, porcelain tile, glass tile and stone.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

APRIL 25, 2018

Since 1933 the HENRY ® brand has represented innovative, high-performance flooring adhesives and substrate preparation products, and this new line of products delivers on that tradition. HENRY ® 647 PlumPro™ Fast-Track, Roll-Apply Vinyl Adhesive is moisture resistant up to 95% RH and pressure-sensitive in just minutes.

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The London Tile Co.

OCTOBER 4, 2016

Porcelain is quickly becoming the most popular tile material for almost every application; from non-slip mosaics for wet room floors, to natural looking wood effect floor tiles. While standard 8-10mm thick porcelain floor tiles are perfect for indoors, the tiles do need to be at least double this to withstand external conditions.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

MAY 3, 2023

Nestled amongst the nooks and crannies of the stone walls of Thornwood, Glasgow you might find a mini bowl in kaleidoscopic colour. A non-permanent adhesive was also used to minimise damage to surfaces. Wilma van der Meyden Nicholls Gallery Empty Bowls A new post by Hanna Simpson, Diary of a Tile Addict, May 2023.

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The London Tile Co.

JULY 17, 2017

Traditionally the most popular materials for patios have been natural stone and concrete slabs for many years, but recently porcelain has seen a huge increase. Secondly, the tiles cannot be installed in the same way as paving slabs – this is because porcelain is non-porous and does not adhere to a base of sand or cement.

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The London Tile Co.

AUGUST 3, 2015

But don’t worry, we’ve got some advice you should bear in mind when you’re tiling an outside space, whether that’s a patio, path, balcony or terrace. What to think about when tiling outside: Ensure you have chosen tiles suitable for outside use. What are you going to lay your tiles or paving on to?

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The London Tile Co.

MAY 27, 2015

Valverdi Indoor-Out porcelain tiles have been designed to harmonise your indoor and outdoor living spaces, connecting them through the use of continuous materials. In this post we’re going to look at the ways you can use the outdoor 20mm porcelain tiles in your garden or outdoor living space. Swimming pool surrounds.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 25, 2023

The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) has announced a robust fall training schedule, beginning with 13, three-hour workshops; four full-day regional training events; and a pair of two-day Art Glass Panel training events in September. ”; and “Tile Technology: Adhesives, Trowels and Lippage.”

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Performance Accessories: PrimeCoat, HydroSeal Mohawk’s Performance Accessories division offers multiple products for subfloor prep, including: PrimeCoat, an acrylic floor primer used to treat dry, dusty or porous substrates for a better bonding surface and to help ensure proper adhesive bond. Zephyr provides moisture protection up to 95% RH.

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Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

OCTOBER 16, 2018

Do you back butter your tile? Back buttering tile is a highly opinionated and widely-debated topic among tile installers. Although it's recommended for natural stone tile, it's not always necessary or required to get adequate mortar coverage on ceramic and porcelain tile. So, how important is it?

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The London Tile Co.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2016

Often natural stone or concrete slabs are used on patios, however these materials can require regular cleaning and sealing, and can look a little old fashioned. While it is the perfect material for outdoor use, not all porcelain tiles can be used outside. Benefits of Using Porcelain Tiles Outside.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

(ARLINGTON, VA—February 12, 2019) Coverings ( coverings.com ), the largest international tile & stone exhibition and conference in North America, will honor the beauty and durability of tile this National Tile Day as the February 23 observance enters its third year.

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Tile Excellence

OCTOBER 31, 2014

Now there are some installers and manufacturers of tile and tile products who will tell you that you have to wait 24 hours before grouting tile. Whenever using tile adhesives the time required for the premixed stuff is 24 hours. However I am a mason and all tile I install is set and installed with concrete.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

With the addition of these new visuals, inspired by wood from around the world, the Karndean LooseLay collection now includes more than 40 different wood and stone designs in a broad spectrum of color tones, providing a stylish option for any interior design approach. The product is also easy to install. Pieces also can be lifted and reused.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 28, 2020

Topics covered include stone veneer, adhesive systems and polished concrete. Thursday, May 21:Designing Installation Systems for Tile & Stone. Thursday, June 4: Adhesives and Navigating High RH Discussion. —Ardex Americas extended its AIA/CEU webinar series through May and June. Register, here. Register, here.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Cali: Shorebreak Cali’s recently launched laminate, Shorebreak , is positioned as a next-gen product for homeowners and design professionals seeking a sophisticated (yet practical) stone-look flooring option. This high-performance laminate flooring offers marble and porcelain visuals in a user-friendly, click-lock tile.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 26, 2023

Franken Schotter Booth 4920 Franken Schotter offers a wide range of top-quality natural stone products made in Germany. Each of its factories are equipped with the most modern stone cutting technology today. Big Dog Adhesives Booth 5852 Big Dog Adhesives is a leader in engineered seaming adhesives.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Sherbrooke, Quebec, Canada—American Biltrite introduced three timeless stone designs for UltraCeramic Contract : their new 4mm commercial-grade, fully grouted engineered stone flooring solution that aims to push the boundaries of true-to-life natural stone appearance and texture. Available in four different colorways.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 6, 2021

Throughout the show, Laticrete said it will offer product demonstrations on how top contracting professionals handle a variety of challenging tile installations and learn about alternatives to help lower staggering injury and ailment statistics associated within the physically demanding construction industry. Product demo schedule.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JANUARY 27, 2020

Ceramic tile is not only beautiful, it is also healthy for your home. So states a Bulletin from TCNA (Tile Council of North America)s. The Bulletin notes that tile is also long-lasting, easy to clean, fire-safe, and offers many slip-resistant choices. Ceramic tile contains none of the formaldehyde found in some floor coverings.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 23, 2020

The Metro+ collection features 16 diverse wood, tile and stone designs. The wood looks include both wide and narrow format planks and the tile looks include both 10 x 10-inch and 16 x 16-inch tiles. The stone looks feature a solid design and a unique broken stone design that fit into contemporary interior trends.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

JANUARY 5, 2017

Cutting Edge Tile, Inc owner Carl J. They used ARDEX AF 207™ Pre-Mixed, Rapid Set Uncoupling Membrane Bonding Adhesive​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ to adhere the FLEXBONE and then waterproofed and taped seams with ARDEX SK MESH™ Reinforcement Fabric for Waterproofing and Crack Isolation.

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How to Floor Tile

JULY 3, 2014

A question we all run into from time to time is finding a qualified contractor to perform your tile job or remodel. Do you have loose tile and having a difficult time keeping down mold? of tile and Hardie Backer. Tile shops that have been around a while say something. Reason for work Does your shower leak?

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

AUGUST 14, 2018

Laminate flooring One of the benefits of laminate flooring is that it can easily mimic a variety of materials: wood, stone and even tile. The gray tile laminate floor in this office complements the gray wall, but these floors also come in black, brown, red, tan and even yellow.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 23, 2022

According to the company, the Pro-Mix Station can be used with a wide array of Laticrete self-leveling flooring products and features a removable drill that allows for the mixing of tile and stone adhesive and repair mortars.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

It doesn’t really matter what you need in the process, Shaw’s going to have it, according to Romeo Tejada, divisional tile and TotalWorx manager for Shaw, South region. “So All you have to do is add adhesive. The other theme as it relates to mosaics and wall tile is color. “We The first is Shaw’s new stair treads.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 27, 2020

Vinyl planks and tiles come in virtually any color and style imaginable. When shopping for waterproof vinyl flooring with rigid core construction, you are likely to come across wood plastic composite (WPC) and stone plastic composite (SPC). Waterproof vinyl tile. Most mimic natural stone, but there are a few that look like wood.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 11, 2019

Tile can take your fireplace from ho-hum to exceptional, making it the focal point of your space. As you can see from the image above, the two main areas appropriate for tiling are the surround and hearth. So, can I use any tile for my fireplace? The product above is a porcelain field tile, selected for more than its beauty.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 25, 2022

The International Certified Flooring Installers association (CFI) offers educational programs and certifications across multiple categories such as carpet, resilient, hardwood and ceramic tile and stone. Topics covered include floor prep, general hand and power tools, jobsite check procedures, adhesives, general layout and more. “In

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Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

MARCH 7, 2016

MORE is a line of care products that makes cleaning tile and stone surfaces a snap! If you ever thought that caring for a ceramic or stone tile surface was going to be difficult, your worries are over. Stone & Tile Cleaner. Stone & Quartz Cleaner + Protector. EVERY DAY CLEANERS.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

JULY 17, 2017

The tile and stone industry is constantly evolving to keep pace with new innovations and trends in the marketplace. One of these recent trends has been the development of large format tiles. With minimal grout lines, super format tiles have a unique appeal, especially when used in large spaces.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

Markus Dworowy of Rudi’s Tile & Design Construction , is a second generation German Master Tile Setter and Craftsman. He used ARDEX X 77™ MICROTEC® Fiber Reinforced Tile and Stone Mortar​​​​​​, ARDEX FL™ Rapid Set, Flexible, Sanded Grout and ARDEX SX™ 100% Silicone Sealant for Tile and Stone Applications for shower surround.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 17, 2023

mm thick, Karndean LooseLay transitions easily to most carpet tile. The K-Wave friction-grip backing holds the floor in place—adhesive is only required around a room’s perimeter—while reducing noise to lower floors in multi-story settings. LooseLay brings it all together in one product.”

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The London Tile Co.

JULY 11, 2014

Valverdi indoor-out tiles are a great way to make sure the link between the indoor and outdoor living areas is seamless, as well as being stylish. Choose from classic, modern or wood-effect porcelain tiles to compliment the overall look. It also provides a great place for relaxing and alfresco dining on summer evenings.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

APRIL 5, 2020

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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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

FEBRUARY 23, 2016

Metroworks Tile & Stone principal Shawn Perepelytz recently completed 3,000 square-feet of 5’ x 10’ x 5 mm Fiandre Maximum Slabs in the Coast Capital Savings Help Headquarters in Surrey, BC. Way to go Metroworks!

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 13, 2023

Orlando – Coverings has released a sneak peek of new tile and stone products, along with a select preview of installation materials, tools and technology products, that will be showcased at Coverings 2023, set to take place April 18-21, 2023, here at the Orange County Convention Center. As the No.

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