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Grouts, sealants help ease the task at hand

Floor Covering News

He recommended a rapid-setting, high-performance cement grout as well as a rapid-set, high-performance mortar. Following is an overview of some of the latest grouts and sealants designed to address issues on the jobsite. The post Grouts, sealants help ease the task at hand appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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Emser Tile wins Best of IBS Award

Floor Covering News

We extend our sincere appreciation for these acknowledgments and for the industry we have the privilege to serve.” The Best of IBS Award ceremony took place during the International Builders’ Show, one of the largest and most influential trade shows in the building industry.

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Emser Tile wins 2023 Golden Hammer Award

Floor Covering News

The Golden Hammer Awards, presented by HBS Dealer, have a long tradition of honoring the “best of the best” of the home improvement industry. Awards will be presented during the NAHB International Builders’ Show (IBS) in Las Vegas, on February 27.

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Switching Gears: AC’s Mosaic Tile Collection

Architectural Ceramics

We hope this industrial-looking water-jet mosaic gets you thinking of installing it in your own home. Over the past thirty years, Betty has seen trends come and go, but it’s with the industrial interior design trend, that Gears chimes in nicely. Seal the marble once a year, with a water-based sealant to protect against stains.

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Switching Gears: AC’s Mosaic Tile Collection

Architectural Ceramics

We hope this industrial-looking water-jet mosaic gets you thinking of installing it in your own home. Over the past thirty years, Betty has seen trends come and go, but it’s with the industrial interior design trend, that Gears chimes in nicely. Seal the marble once a year, with a water-based sealant to protect against stains.

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Waterproof a Tiled Shower the Right Way

CUSTOM Insights Blog

The floor and frame must be built to industry standards. 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. First, make sure that the foundation is solid. The primer may take an hour or more to dry.

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Suppliers reveal next big things for 2021

Floor Covering News

It would be an understatement to say the industry—and most of the world—is glad to see 2020 go. I think as an industry you will see everyone start to expand their portfolios to meet the needs of a healthier home.”. It’s an exciting time to be in the flooring industry.”. By Megan Salzano. Mohawk’s UltraWood.

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