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CTDA is excited to announce the Distribution Performance Project, free of charge to CTDA members!

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

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. Principal.

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Tools for Tile Contractors when working with Architects

CUSTOM Insights Blog

CUSTOM has a complete listing of all TCNA-endorsed methods for installing ceramic and natural stone along with CAD drawings showing the recommended products for each detail. We list products by their ANSI designation so they can be matched to the exact needs of each project.

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Dream It - Design It - Do it!

H.Winter Showroom Blog

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. He looks faraway and taps his pencil gently on his forehead.

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Large Format Tile Requires Specialized Mortars

CUSTOM Insights Blog

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. Download our white paper on large format tile mortars. Today’s tile is larger than ever. Need more help in selecting the right large format tile mortar?

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Tile Installation System Tools for Design & Specification Professionals

CUSTOM Insights Blog

CUSTOM has a complete listing of all TCNA-endorsed methods for installing ceramic and natural stone along with CAD drawings showing the recommended products for each detail. We list products by their ANSI designation so they can be specified to fit the exact needs of each project.

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Waterproof a Tiled Shower the Right Way

CUSTOM Insights Blog

Contrary to popular belief, ceramic tile and grout, by themselves are not waterproof. For further details, read our Technical White Paper on waterproofing or view our Top Five Tips for Shower Waterproofing video. The floor and frame must be built to industry standards.

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Prevent Cracks in Tiled Surfaces Through Subfloor Preparation

CUSTOM Insights Blog

For further information, refer to CUSTOM’s Technical White Paper on utilizing uncoupling membranes for tile installations. Crack Buster Pro is a self-bonding, fabric reinforced, asphaltic membrane that isolates ceramic and natural stone tile from cracks in the substrate and is perfect for larger commercial jobs.