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Grouts, sealants help ease the task at hand

Floor Covering News

“It’s important for exterior installations to be protected from the [prospect] of efflorescence,” said Ian O’Connor, product manager, grout, care and tools, Custom Building Products. He recommended a rapid-setting, high-performance cement grout as well as a rapid-set, high-performance mortar. Custom Building Products.

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How to Seal Cement Tile Grout

Granada Tile

Cement tiles are handmade artisan products renowned for their amazing array of design possibilities and unmatched durability when compared to other tiles. When installing cement tiles , whether on a floor or wall, they must be sealed before and after grouting to prevent the grout staining the tile. Step 4: Grout the Tiles.

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Installation: Grouts, mortars ‘seal’ the deal

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The flooring will more or less provide the backdrop for the design of the space or just simply serve as the place we live our lives on day in and day out. However, often overlooked are the grouts and mortars that provide the functionality. In fact, industry experts agree grout and mortar can make or break a tile installation.

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Laticrete profiles, trims hitting shelves nationwide

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—The profiles and trims line from Laticrete is now hitting distributors and retailers nationwide, giving customers a new level of customization and design options for their projects. Choose from a number of colors and combinations to create looks with matching profiles, grouts, sealants and more.

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Why Replacing Ceramic Tiles With Concrete Tiles Has Changed the Game

Granada Tile

Interior and exterior designs with tile accents are trendy, but the installation and upkeep of non-cement tile options can be a huge turn-off. They also get cracked, chipped, and lose the vibrancy of color they had during the original installment. Ceramic is made of clay, and the designs are painted or dyed onto the surface.

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Laticrete featured on digital TV series

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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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Enjoy Your Outdoor Space All Year Long with this Backyard Remodel ‘How-To’

Cement Style

Because cement tile is more like natural stone than other types of tile, it’s important to use sealant before grouting to keep the grout from staining or adhering to the face of the tile. To learn more about the type of sealant you will need, you can download our guide here. Learn more about the featured tile.

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