CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MAY 20, 2016

The University of Ceramic Tile and Stone’s (UofCTS) Online. “Understanding the Basics of Ceramic Tile” Course is Updated. UofCTS also releases CTDA Certified Ceramic Tile Specialist (CCTS) Study Guide online course. Education is the fastest and easiest way to increase sales and profits!

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 25, 2016

Manufactured in the mid-nineteenth century to cover floors with novel designs, bold colors, and to withstand footprints and the passage of time. A technique that uses a mold to make designs in many colors and a press to harden the tiles without requiring heat. Recommended grout joint is no smaller than 1/8. Yes—it’s ALL custom!

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The refreshed designs of Dundee include smooth, low-gloss-finished white and red oak species with a durable Dura-Luster Plus urethane, a multi-layer finish offering Bruce’s highest level of protection. Classen: Ceramin Ceramin tiles are the ideal alternative to ceramic and natural stone.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 26, 2023

Chad Treuthart, the VP of residential sales and showrooms at Virginia Tile, expressed his pride in the team that has been diligently working on establishing the company’s presence in the area for the past five years. It also carries best-in-class installation solutions, grout and sealers.

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How to Floor Tile

MAY 17, 2022

They have a large selection of Design Elements and trim available to solve many of the toughest materials to work with. However, your smaller tile shops tend to use mid and upper grade products for their quality and attractive design. What to watch for is fit and finish. Then go pick it up or have your installer do it.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 15, 2017

Let’s take a look at one of Architectural Ceramic’s own in-stock products: Gears. Please note that while we try to keep quantities readily available, depending on demand, Architectural Ceramics may not have all colors and sizes in stock at all times. ” — Betty Sullivan, Architectural Ceramic’s CEO. .”

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

i4F gave attendees a first look at True Grout for SPC/rigid core tiles and planks. The innovation allows manufacturers to feature a middle grout line mimicking two tiles in one. The grout is applied at the factory via the addition of a colored wear layer between the de?cor Following are a few highlights. cor film and the core.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Following is a sampling of some of the technologies, solutions and innovations showcased at Surfaces 2023 : i4F In response to its supplier partners developing new products across various platforms and constructions, i4F continues to put the spotlight on visuals and installation systems that mimic ceramic tile—right down to the grout line.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 11, 2017

Let’s take a look at one of Architectural Ceramic’s own in-stock products: Gears. Please note that while we try to keep quantities readily available, depending on demand, Architectural Ceramics may not have all colors and sizes in stock at all times. ” — Betty Sullivan, Architectural Ceramic’s CEO. .”

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 21, 2022

The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) will raffle off an original Angie Halford Ré American Flag mosaic, donated by Ron Nash, president and COO, North America, Laticrete International Inc., It is mounted on plywood and features various shades and shapes of glass tile, stained glass and glittery grout. Angie Halford Ré mosaic.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 3, 2023

FCNews has announced the winners of its second annual FCNnovation Awards —a program designed to recognize and showcase some of the most innovative new products and technologies unveiled in the current year. For retail sales associates, PFC is intended to be the easiest way to sell flooring—with confidence and simplicity. True Grout.

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Tile Excellence

DECEMBER 16, 2012

Ceramic Tile Repairs: Floor Tile Replacement and Shower Re-grouts. Ceramic Tile Repairs: Floor Tile Replacement and Shower Re-grouts. Website Designs by Diana-Tile Excellence Webmaster & SEO Manager. Im behind SEO Powered Websites, Websites Designed by Diana and options4life. Sunday, December 16, 2012.

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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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Tile Excellence

MAY 27, 2013

Tile Excellence responds to bad advise on "how to lay ceramic tile" found on ask.com. But hes been out straight and isnt around, but when I saw this answer to a question on how to install ceramic tile, I HAD to write this quick response. from answers.com in response to the question, "How to Install Ceramic Tile Floor". "To

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 10, 2017

In the month of November, we’re thankful for Thanksgiving feasts, Black Friday sales, and the ‘Movember’ trend where men grow a mustache to bring awareness to men’s health. At Architectural Ceramics, we’re excited for this sophisticated tile trend. The dark grout ties the space together.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 10, 2019

Softer stones and ceramics are more likely to take a beating from the elements than durable materials like porcelain. Another thing to consider is the size of your tile and, by extension, how many grout joints you have. Grout joints add a rough texture and also allow for water to drain from the tops of floor tiles.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 5, 2020

Flooring retailers, including those looking to gain back lost dollars from the growing popularity of vinyl products, would do well to turn to tile and stone, which offers high dollar sales and high margins, according to suppliers at The International Surface Event (TISE) held in Las Vegas earlier this year. “We Color, sizes and shapes.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 21, 2019

Here, we’re featuring just some of the dimensional tile collections available through Architectural Ceramics. Breeze through each one; from natural stone and cement, to ceramic and glass, we offer dimensional tile in a range of material types. A kitchen design featuring AC’s Ambra Collection. Boutique Chic.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 19, 2019

Architectural Ceramics is ready to hop to it, with a dozen EGG-cellent subway tile patterns that go beyond the basics. Depending on the color you use, the grout lines will become the focus of this pattern. This installation method has become popular among designers and homeowners alike. Join our newsletter here.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 11, 2019

Depending on your design and material choices, your fireplace can either become the star of the room or the supporting role. 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. Making the most of your fireplace design.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 31, 2018

With expert advice from Architectural Ceramic’s Customer Service team, you can be prepared throughout your tile purchase and renovation. Whether you’re an architect, interior designer, or a DIY homeowner, we’ll help you avoid spooky tile situations. ” AC offers free design consultations in our showrooms.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 26, 2018

If April showers bring May flowers, then Architectural Ceramic’s brings you a twist on the classic rhyme. Architectural Ceramics offers two brands, Laticrete and Schluter , that make shower systems part of their specialty. From the shower pan to the grout, and everything in between, we’ve got you covered.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 8, 2018

Every year, Architectural Ceramics travels to the Coverings Tile & Stone Show to discover new products, meet new industry allies, and strengthen our vendor & customer relationships. Architectural Ceramics carries our Sugar and Truffle Collections in recycled glass. // by Betty Sullivan //. The second, is freeze thaw testing.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 7, 2023

T he earliest iterations of locking systems were mainly designed to facilitate an essential function: install the greatest amount of panels in the shortest amount of time with the least amount of mess possible. With FlinTile, Unilin offers a ceramic alternative to SPC with real grout. market nearly 30 years ago.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 27, 2019

As was predicted this time last year, consumption of ceramic tile in 2019 is lower than that of the previous year. The downward trend began in 2018, and the residential ceramic business slowed for the first three quarters of 2019. Raj Shah, president, MSI, noted a slowdown in new home sales as well.

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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. Newer Post. Older Post.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Daltile, Marazzi, AO Daltile, Marazzi and AO launched new products that cater to five themes driving home design today: Elevate Life, Dreamscape, Seize The Day, Essential Luxury and Tender Living. The company also continued to highlight its “Shop By Look” wall, which features QR codes to help guide consumers through the sale.

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Granada Tile

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

Why Choose Cement Tiles Over Ceramic Tiles? Cement tiles offer top notch durability and longevity compared to their well known counter part, ceramic tiles. Ceramic tiles are made with clays and fired in a kiln. They are also slip-resistant even when wet and can prevent falls in the bathroom, unlike ceramic tiles.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Dallas, Texas—As consumers are more frequently engaging in home improvement projects while homebound during COVID-19, Daltile’s new “peel-and-stick” mosaics are enjoying strong sales, according to the company. These easy-to-install natural stone mosaic sheets are especially designed for the DIY customer.”

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Tile Excellence

NOVEMBER 1, 2013

Ceramic Tile Repairs: Floor Tile Replacement and Shower Re-grouts. Ceramic Tile Repairs: Floor Tile Replacement and Shower Re-grouts. Website Designs by Diana-Tile Excellence Webmaster & SEO Manager. Im behind SEO Powered Websites, Websites Designed by Diana and options4life. Friday, November 1, 2013.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

I would probably say the market’s going to be, at best, flat, maybe even a little bit down,” said Dick Quinlan, VP of sales and marketing, Wellmade. There’s still a lot of pricing mechanization going on, and as a result I think you’re going to see dollar sales will probably be down. Units might be flat.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 16, 2017

Whatever the case may be, when it comes to small design details, don’t forget about tile trim. We’ve been making a few lists of our own at Architectural Ceramics. To see collections available with Architectural Ceramics that include a base molding, visit our base molding product search here.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 30, 2017

Both are used by interior designers and homeowners alike to decorate a space. See how Architectural Ceramics used Indonesian textiles to inspire one of our newest glass tile collections: Batik. Don’t default to Windex because you’re cleaning glass, if you have unsealed white grout, it may turn blue over time.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 2, 2016

Rockville, MD – The supposed fragility of glass tile does nothing to deter from its beauty, and how much designers and homeowners adore it. Glass is not always associated with durability, but in truth glass tile can be just as strong and long lasting as ceramic tile. See our Lines collection as an example. .

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Diary of a Tile Addict

MAY 21, 2018

If you are looking for innovation in wall tile design, the metro tile may seem an unlikely destination. But the design team at Colorker clearly have other ideas. The second is that this is a range that has clearly been designed to work with, and take advantage, of the current generation of coloured grouts.

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JG Kitchens

MARCH 27, 2018

Here’s the trade group’s take on what’s hot for ceramic tile in 2018: Monochromatic. Grey, white, black remain the top three colors in that order for both floor and walls with greige (gray-beige) following as a close fourth depending on the collection’s design inspiration. Gauged or Thin Tile.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 10, 2022

We give companies the knowledge and necessary licenses to produce exciting innovative products,” said Floris Koopmans, sales director, IP, at Unilin Technologies. It offers the performance of ceramic tile but has the thickness of an SPC panel. Grout systems. We believe XPC is a real game-changer for the industry.”.

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