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My Book: The Perfect Bath

The Perfect Bath

During that time I have sold countless bathrooms, answered what seems like millions of questions, solved many problems, designed any number of iconic products and created a bath style that has endured over the years. Finally, I am thrilled to announce the publication of my book, The Perfect Bath. The bath is from my own home.

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Avente Tile Talk: Removing Grout Haze in a Cement Tile Installation

Tile Talk

Removing Grout Haze in a Cement Tile Installation. Today, I discuss grout haze – a problem that often occurs with both ceramic and cement tile installations. I’ll explain what grout haze is, how to correctly identify the problem, and why it occurs. Cement tiles that needs to be grouted. What is Grout Haze?

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My Book: The Perfect Bath

The Perfect Bath

During that time I have sold countless bathrooms, answered what seems like millions of questions, solved many problems, designed any number of iconic products and created a bath style that has endured over the years. Finally, I am thrilled to announce the publication of my book, The Perfect Bath. The bath is from my own home.

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9 Pro Secrets for the Perfect Tile Backsplash

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

When you’re remodeling or creating a new home, your kitchen and bath are the rooms that will need the most attention. Choose the Right Grout Color for Your Backsplash. The dark grout trend has been popular for a few years, but it’s not for everyone. Grout lines matter when setting tile. You can play with it, too.

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Bringing a Modern Country Look to an Old Farmhouse Bathroom

Architectural Ceramics

The standard rough in is 12”; however, I had to buy a 14” rough in because our drain was set out further from the wall. Grout Sealer: When I was remodeling my kitchen a while back, I didn’t seal my kitchen grout in time-big mistake! The measure it again. And one more time. It was a rough day.

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Ceramic Tile Tutorial

The Perfect Bath

I look for tight grout joints, carefully calculated and pre-planned cuts so there are no unsightly shapes in the grid and finally, in the case of ceramic tile, the use of correct trimmers. This edition of The Perfect Bath is about the very special tile pieces that are available to create an impeccable installation.

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Avente Tile Talk: Installing a slate tile floor

Tile Talk

Now this slate comes in an assortment of sizes so laying out the floor isnt as easy as you would get in a standard tile floor. The next step of course is the grout or is it? Slate is a natural stone and you have to seal it before you grout. Labels: Ditra , Grout , Schluter , Slate tile , thin-set. design standards.

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