CTDA's Tiledealer Blog
MAY 4, 2016
During the remainder of 2016, we will be preparing three white papers: Financial Benchmarking – Guidelines for associations on how to reverse the trend of declining participation for this key service. © 2016 Ceramic Tile Distributors Association. The program allows firms to use their own numbers in the training.
CUSTOM Insights Blog
MAY 14, 2015
Looking for online tools to help you choose the right tile installation products? The CUSTOM website offers resources that make selecting a quality tile installation system fast and easy. Plus, you can always call on our Technical Services for expert assistance on any type of project. Call CUSTOM Technical Services at 800.282.8786.
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CUSTOM Insights Blog
APRIL 28, 2015
Today’s tile is larger than ever. For ceramic or porcelain tile greater than 15” (38 cm) on one or more sides and for all natural stone, the new industry standard calls for the use of a specialized mortar. These modified dry-set mortars (large format tile mortars) are specifically formulated for large and heavy tile.
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.
CUSTOM Insights Blog
MAY 14, 2015
Looking for online tools to help you write the 09 30 00 tile spec for a warranted installation of tile products? The CUSTOM website offers resources that make specifying the right tile installation system fast and easy. Not sure where to start or want to talk to a tile installation expert right away?
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.
H.Winter Showroom Blog
DECEMBER 11, 2010
A nice young man named Jeff, helps me find the tile I had imagined. He sharpens his pencil and rips off a piece of fresh clean white paper. Soon after, Jeff sends the drawings to Joe Lenner of Infinite Ceramics , my tile installer. Joe rode up on his white horse, with his tile saw in hand. "I''m
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