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Grouts, sealants help ease the task at hand

Floor Covering News

Following is an overview of some of the latest grouts and sealants designed to address issues on the jobsite. This commercial-grade grout provides color accuracy, water resistance, stain resistance and crack protection. The post Grouts, sealants help ease the task at hand appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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Why Replacing Ceramic Tiles With Concrete Tiles Has Changed the Game

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They also get cracked, chipped, and lose the vibrancy of color they had during the original installment. Because we add pigment into the concrete, the color lasts longer than painted ceramic. Because of the sealant, the cleaning process only requires a little wash. Both are types of ceramic. Concrete tiles make your life easy.

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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.

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Using Cement Tiles Outdoors: The Importance of Using a Top-Coat Sealant with UV Filters

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To a lesser extent, the uses of these versatile, colorful tiles outdoors are slowly being discovered. The stunning addition of patterned tiles in those areas creates a bright colorful background to the pool designs as bathers and sun worshippers relax sipping Pina Coladas. Dry Treat Stain-Proof Impregnating Sealant.

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Tangier Primero Cement Tile Has Vibrant Patterns, Rich Colors Evoking ‘Boho Chic’ Look and Feel

Cement Style

Or, make the hues completely your own with an easy-to-use cement tile design tool that customizes your color palette. These dynamic tiles are made to last: no printed-on color here. Similar to natural stone, each tile is unique with slight color variations, the sign of an artisan-made product. MSRP for the tiles is $17.48

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Accessories provide add-on profit opportunities

Floor Covering News

Some recent introductions: Ardex/TLT 700 Ardex TLT 700 is a one-component, mildew resistant, multi-purpose, hybrid adhesive and neutral curing sealant that hardens in reaction with moisture. TLT 700 is ideal for replacing tiles or for use as a general shower, kitchen and bathroom repair adhesive and sealant.

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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.

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