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University of Ceramic Tile and Stone launches tile specialist course

Floor Covering News

The University of Ceramic Tile and Stone (UofCTS) has provided training to thousands of people in the tile and stone industry over the last decade. The course also teaches how to inspect and prepare substrates and tiles, how to achieve full thin-set contact and points out quality workmanship requirements and practices.

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Ceramic Tile Selection: A Guide to Choosing Format, Color, and Decorative Relief

Tile of Spain USA

It is with these design factors in mind that ceramic tile has become the top surface material of choice to use in both interior and exterior projects. One size does not fit all when determining the caliber of tile to install across walls and floors. Mayolica, Nissel. Geotiles, Amazona. Decorative Details. Keratin, Verse.

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Ceramics, the Material of Choice for Residential Environments

Tile of Spain USA

Ceramic tile has earned notoriety as the top building and surface material when it comes to commercial design, but did you know it has also gained prominence as the material of choice for residential design? Additionally, ceramics are safe, strong, long lasting, chemical resistant, fire-retardant, hygienic and cost-effective.

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Ceramic Tile: The Key Element to Sustainable Building

Tile of Spain USA

Ceramic tiles have become a fundamental building and surface material for the development, and design of sustainable commercial and residential projects. Read on as we explore the immeasurable benefits of ceramics and find out what makes tile from Spain so durable, safe and hygienic. Enduring and Resistant Floors.

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Medieval Flooring & Encaustic Tile

Architectural Ceramics

The image above shows the tiled floor of Winchester Cathedral , which boasts the largest area of original medieval tiles in the United Kingdom! Come with us back in time to learn a few quick facts about medieval flooring, from stone to encaustic! Quick History of Tile in Medieval England. Medieval Flooring.

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“Social Housing in Ibiza” A 2022 Tile of Spain Awards Winning Project

Tile of Spain USA

Receiving top honors in the architectural category of the 2022 Tile of Spain Awards , this set of 19 residential units designed by Ripoll-Tizón , offers residents a unique Mediterranean living experience. As for the materials used, the use of ceramics both in common areas and inside the homes is noteworthy.

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Ceramic tile for safe and sustainable homes

Diary of a Tile Addict

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. Altered State by Crossville. Contessa by Interceramic.