Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Laticrete contributed grout, tile sealant and tile adhesive for 3½ bathrooms and two kitchens. In “Idea House Build: Farmhouse in Fairfield County,” a distinctive modern farmhouse, Laticrete contributed grout, tile sealant and adhesive for the four bathrooms, one kitchen, pantry and the mudroom/laundry room.

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Granada Tile

JULY 20, 2019

Besides being stunningly beautiful, encaustic cement tiles offer a myriad of benefits which make them a step above the mass-produced ceramic tiles. Before you install, there are a few things you should knowabout encaustic cement tile. How Encaustic Tiles Are Made. A glowing bathroom featuring our Fez tiles.

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Granada Tile

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

Tiles have always been a go-to material for the bathroom, but have you considered cement tile for your remodel? Cement tiles have been showing up in magazines, home renovation TV shows, and décor blogs more and more, and for good reasons. Why Choose Cement Tiles Over Ceramic Tiles?

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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. AC’s Gears Collection , offered as a marble or porcelain water-jet mosaic, has several features that will turn your tile project into a unique one: interlocking 12×12 sheet. About Our Gears Collection. mesh-mounted backing.

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Granada Tile

NOVEMBER 21, 2017

Cement tiles are many things, but the one thing they’re not is overrated. If you think cement tiles are only popular now because of their beautiful designs and celebrity designer praise, think again. There are many reasons why cement tiles are such great products for a variety of places and come with many advantages.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 14, 2020

The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF), which provides education and installer certification for professionals working in the ceramic tile and stone industry, will focus on finished tile work education sessions and Certified Tile Installer (CTI) evaluator training at the 2020 International Surfaces Event (TISE) in Las Vegas.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 7, 2015

Coupled with decorative ceramic tiles, Saltillo tile exudes Old World charm. Hand-crafted from natural clay deposits, authentic Saltillo tile can only come from one place in the world - Saltillo, in the state of Coahuila in Mexico. After they spend some time drying in the sun, the tiles are moved to the kiln.

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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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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

Ceramic Tile: Ceramic tile is a classic flooring material. Patio tile flooring should not be glazed, as the smooth finish on glazed tile could become slippery in rain or snow. Tile is especially popular in warmer climates, as it remains cool to the touch even in extreme heat. Engineered Tile.

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Granada Tile

AUGUST 31, 2017

Cement tiles are a popular choice for kitchen backsplashes for their many unique styles and ability to protect the walls from splashes and spills. Liven up your space with colorful patterns and mosaic designs, and add durability and efficiency to your kitchen with cement backsplash tiles. Wet tile saw. Tile spacers (1/16”).

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 27, 2020

Bathrooms often need a silicone sealant around bathtubs and toilets no matter what flooring type you choose. Vinyl planks and tiles come in virtually any color and style imaginable. Waterproof vinyl tile. The top surface of waterproof vinyl tiles is glazed, preventing moisture from seeping through it.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 4, 2023

—During Coverings 2023, taking place in here April 18-21, the Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) will demonstrate tile installation techniques and GPTP Advanced Installer Certification (ACT) from start to finish in booth #4243. Come try troweling out for a transparent tile to see what coverage you are getting.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

SEPTEMBER 30, 2013

Love Downtown YMCA in Wichita, KS, contains more than 50,000 square feet of mosaic and large format tile. Its installers turned to TEC® products to aid with fast-paced tile installation in a variety of challenging environments. The tile had to be installed and set quickly to allow other trade workers access to them.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2016

Tile installed in homes and businesses continues to get larger and larger. Tile 15”, 24” and larger make up the majority of tile installed today and these tile are considered large format, which is defined as tile 15 inches or longer on any side including plank shaped tile. Larger tiles need a flatter floor.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

NOVEMBER 28, 2018

Odhran Connelly with his winning tiling creation at SkillBuild 2018. It is always great to see the tiling stars of tomorrow emerge, and SkillBuild and WorldSkills are two arenas where the cream can really rise to the top. Competitor in action at the SkillBuild 2018 National Finals in Wall and Floor Tiling. What an opportunity!

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United Tile's Blog

JUNE 29, 2016

This complete line of products will allow you to protect, clean and transform tile surfaces to ensure the beauty of your installation lasts for years to come. These products will replace the items we previously carried from Miracle Sealants. StoneTech Stone & Tile Cleaner (concentrated). StoneTech Heavy Duty Sealer.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 18, 2022

By Megan Salzano-Birch—Las Vegas— Coverings 2022 was a showcase in innovative product design and immersive technology, which is thriving within the ceramic and stone category today despite obvious obstacles. We’ve had great traffic at the show,” said Micah Hand, director of market- ing and product management, Florida Tile. “I

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 14, 2019

It is softer and warmer underfoot than tile and looks more upscale than vinyl or laminate flooring ,” Davis says. There are sealants that can protect hardwood floors. Sealants on hardwood floor – whether solid or engineered – are only sealed ‘finished’ on the top as a protective wear layer,” Slaughterbeck says. “If

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Kitchen and Residential Design

JUNE 23, 2014

Can different types of kitchen tiles have different hygienic qualities? Kitchen tiles come in a wide range of assorted colors and designs. They even vary a great deal in their sizes, ranging from exceptionally small mosaic tiles to larger ceramic tiles that measure one square foot each. Posted by Paul Anater.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

JULY 14, 2016

Contrary to popular belief, ceramic tile and grout, by themselves are not waterproof. To prevent water damage, you must install a waterproof membrane just below the tile bonding mortar as close to the tile as possible. In addition, check for level and pitch to create adequate drainage.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

OCTOBER 29, 2015

Every tile installation requires allowances for the natural expansion and contraction of tile. These take the form of movement joints, commonly called expansion joints, which help eliminate stress in the tile when changes in conditions cause this expansion and contraction. Is this an exterior installation?

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2016

CUSTOM Insights recently spoke with Artie Atkinson, ceramic foreman at Schoch Tile in Cincinnati, OH. Artie has 30-plus years of experience as a tile contractor, so we discussed the scarcity of skilled tile installers and how to prevent costly mistakes in spite of it. Tiling wet areas always needs extra attention.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 28, 2020

“In resilient products, wood looks are refined with fewer knotholes and less dramatic graining; popular tile looks feature designs that mimic high-end materials. The product is designed to transition seamlessly to 5mm carpet tiles, providing multiple unique installation options. HDPC waterproof vinyl tile.

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Stagetecture

AUGUST 10, 2016

Pebble mosaic tile is one of the most popular tile backsplashes for natural bathroom walls, kitchens and feature walls. This can be achieved with beautiful pebble mosaic tile. See how transforming your space with pebble mosaic tile could be easier than you think. How to Install Pebble Mosaic Tile.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

NOVEMBER 24, 2015

If so, ceramic tile may be the way to go. Laminate can be deceiving, as many samples resemble real wood, ceramic tile or stone, making it desirable for those on a tighter budget who still want the upscale look of natural materials. Look again: This isn’t wood, but rather vinyl tile in a basement bathroom.

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