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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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Sika unveils ready-to-use SikaTile-Ultima Grout

Floor Covering News

.— Sika , a global leader in specialty chemicals, strengthened its offerings to the commercial and residential tiling markets with a new, ready-to-use (RTU) grout. SikaTile-Ultima Grout upholds the high quality the company’s tile setting product line while carrying several new features. Color consistent. Efflorescence free.

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All That Glitters…includes Grout

Tile Doctor

And it’s a big decision – there’s the type of stone, color and size to be considered. So it is no wonder that when it comes time to choose the grout, many don’t give this much thought. Material - Tile, Natural Stone, Marble glamour grout grout sparkly grout'

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How to Seal Cement Tile Grout

Granada Tile

Like all concrete and natural stone, cement tiles are porous. 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. Sealing Grout for Cement Tiles Vs. Ceramic Tiles. Step 2: Apply the Grout Release or Penetrating Sealer.

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How to Keep Natural Stone Countertops Beautiful

CUSTOM Insights Blog

The versatility and beauty of marble, limestone, travertine, granite and other natural stone countertops make them extremely popular in kitchens around the country. Note – when applying natural stone sealers and cleaners always wear rubber gloves and eye protection, and follow the directions on the product label explicitly.

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This gorgeous home has it all, including a stunning natural stone exterior

Realstone

uses natural stone to create a classic and luxurious residence. A beautiful pale quartzite from Realstone Systems, Berkshire Buff Estate Stone was used on the front facade, back patio components including an accent wall and a bar, as well as on the interior fireplace. Berkshire Buff Estate Stone. ” – Toni Sims.

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AHF unveils Comfortstone engineered stone

Floor Covering News

—AHF Products introduced Bruce Comfortstone engineered stone tile, featuring the look of natural stone and ceramic. Made with a durable composite material made primarily of crushed limestone, Comfortstone is an innovative alternative to natural stone. “We

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