Garden State Tile Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

As many business owners and commercial contractors know too well, certain industries have particularly strict commercial flooring standards for the health and safety of the building’s occupants. With narrower grout widths and shallower depths, the grout needed for installation is reduced by as much as 60%.

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How to Floor Tile

APRIL 19, 2022

We have to seal it, before grouting to keep the grout from changing the color of the Slate and getting stuck in the rough texture. It takes more work to grout. Porcelain in a slate design would be OK. I have built many showers with Travertine but a Travertine design in Porcelain would be a better choice in the shower.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 3, 2013

Removing Grout Haze in a Cement Tile Installation. Today, I discuss grout haze – a problem that often occurs with both ceramic and cement tile installations. I’ll explain what grout haze is, how to correctly identify the problem, and why it occurs. Cement tiles that needs to be grouted. What is Grout Haze?

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Granada Tile

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Cement tiles have become popular for homeowners and interior designers because of their unique patterns, durability, and versatility. Like any flooring, many things can cause stains such as biological growth, food and beverage spills, ink, and inorganic materials. You may also use them to clean grout effectively.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 28, 2021

By Reginald Tucker Floor Covering News , with the launch of The Great Reveal, is providing manufacturers with creative ways to get their new flooring products in front of specialty retailers around the country so they may be better prepared to present consumers with new products, colors and designs to help them complete their renovation projects.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 1, 2024

With a commitment to pushing the boundaries of design, this year’s collections—Beyond Calacatta, Beyond Dolomite and Memory Oak—embrace the essence of raw materials while introducing a diverse palette of colors previously unseen in nature. The post Atlas Concorde USA introduces new collections appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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The London Tile Co.

MAY 16, 2018

Clare Phillips is an independent consultant on interior design and house building who has recently completed her own self-build project in Surrey. Samples of floor tiles were laid down and wall tiles positioned vertically. Match your grout carefully as there is now a wide colour selection available.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

AUGUST 2, 2018

Designers are always looking for ways to incorporate color into spaces. One new way people are using color is with colorful grout. Once simply a way to seal the spacing between tiles, grout is taking on a fashion sense all its own. Read on to learn how to work with the new design trend of colorful grout.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 28, 2012

Installing a slate tile floor. Now this slate comes in an assortment of sizes so laying out the floor isnt as easy as you would get in a standard tile floor. The next step of course is the grout or is it? Slate is a natural stone and you have to seal it before you grout. backsplash designs.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

They don’t make the flooring products consumers buy; they provide the underlying technology that makes the floors they buy even better. With its True Grout for SPC/rigid core tiles and planks, the technology allows manufacturers to feature a middle grout line mimicking two tiles in one.

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The London Tile Co.

JUNE 22, 2021

Can I use different floor tiles in different rooms? If you want to create an open-plan living area, you might want your bathroom to have the same floor tiles as the rest of the house. It’s always a good idea to use porcelain tiles on a floor. Should bathroom wall and floor tiles match? But, why not mix & match?

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 3, 2023

FCNews has announced the winners of its second annual FCNnovation Awards —a program designed to recognize and showcase some of the most innovative new products and technologies unveiled in the current year. Premier Flooring Center. Premier Flooring Center. True Grout. True Grout. The Dixie Group. Resilient.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 15, 2019

The standard go-to for laying tile is usually a one third offset or stacked pattern using one size of tile. Take a look at these examples of repeating tile patterns to see how your floor might look when it’s all laid out. Try them out on outdoor pavers for a gorgeous patio or poolside design.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 24, 2020

NaturQuest technology, according to the company, allows for deeper inhibition and enhances the emboss-in-register effect for up to 80% deeper embossing and grout lines. The Muse and Splendor designs showcase elegant and sophisticated marble looks in a mix of light and dark hues. Reflect+ is manufactured in the U.S.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 24, 2023

—Laticrete, a leading manufacturer of construction solutions for the building industry, is adding profiles and trim to its growing roster of tile, stone and flooring installation products, making it a total solutions provider with a complete tile installation system including trim options.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Las Vegas—They don’t manufacture or distribute any of the products that floor covering retailers sell. i4F gave attendees a first look at True Grout for SPC/rigid core tiles and planks. The innovation allows manufacturers to feature a middle grout line mimicking two tiles in one. Following are a few highlights.

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Granada Tile

JULY 5, 2016

As part of the continuing expansion of our flagship Echo Collection, Granada Tile is excited to introduce the Paul Schatz Group , a line of 13 new graphic tile designs. Inspired by ancient cultural patterns from North Africa, South America and Europe, Schatz has created stylish new designs rooted in history with a contemporary sensibility.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 20, 2012

Great Floor Designs with Rustic Cement Tile Pavers. Tile Tip Small tiles are the optimal choice for shower floors because they: Follow the contour slope to the drain. Provide additional grout lines that improve slip resistance. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards.

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How to Floor Tile

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

There are a number of Natural Stone products you see installed in shower design centers all over made from Marble, Travertine and yes, Slate. My advice and I know a lot of design centers will hate me for this but, "don't do it". Can't do that with Porcelain or standard Ceramic Tile.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

New Tile Designs, Installation Products from Surfaces 2013. event serving the floor covering industry, once again brought together buyers and sellers from around the world to see the latest floor covering products, tools, services and technologies. Here are a few of my favorites: ARTO Bricks Mondrian tile design.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 14, 2014

Cement Tile Backsplash Design, Cost & Installation Tips. A Cement Tile Backsplash using Cuban Design 110 2B. This cement tile backsplash design trend makes a lot of sense. Cement tiles provide a powerful design punch that allows homeowners to create a personal statement where it matters most. Pick the right grout color.

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The London Tile Co.

MARCH 10, 2017

We only recommend tiles that are at least 18mm thick, double the thickness of a standard internal porcelain tile, as this is more suitable for external use. Valverdi is a range of co-ordinating 10mm indoor and 20mm outdoor porcelain that is designed to create a seamless link between living spaces.

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The London Tile Co.

DECEMBER 8, 2020

As these adhesives are generally not suitable for Porcelain tiles, the most common type of floor tile. F = Indicates that this tile adhesive is Fast Setting or Rapid Setting , shortening curing time and allowing you to grout and complete your project quicker. British Standards. C2 Cement Based Adhesives.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 7, 2023

T he earliest iterations of locking systems were mainly designed to facilitate an essential function: install the greatest amount of panels in the shortest amount of time with the least amount of mess possible. It’s one of the best flooring systems available in the market today,” he said. market nearly 30 years ago.

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The London Tile Co.

OCTOBER 4, 2016

Porcelain is quickly becoming the most popular tile material for almost every application; from non-slip mosaics for wet room floors, to natural looking wood effect floor tiles. While standard 8-10mm thick porcelain floor tiles are perfect for indoors, the tiles do need to be at least double this to withstand external conditions.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

NOVEMBER 17, 2017

Flooring is one of the most important design decisions you can make. Image: ADM Flooring Design There’s no getting around it: Picking flooring for your home is a big decision. Below is our guide on how to pick the right flooring for any room in your home. Be honest with yourself.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 15, 2014

Tile Patterns: Playing with Pinwheel Designs. The pinwheel pattern is a popular and versatile tile layout that adds great visual interest by integrating solid color with decorative tiles into a timeless design. Brightly colored glazed tiles can be randomly added to add interest to the design. Tuesday, April 15, 2014. at 6:00 AM.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 6, 2021

Nothing beats the energy and excitement of live demonstrations on the floor of the Coverings trade show,” said Sean Boyle, senior vice president, marketing and channel management, Laticrete. Spectralock 1: Spectralock 1 is a pre-mixed, stain-proof grout that has the performance of an epoxy. Products to be showcased.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

Markus Dworowy of Rudi’s Tile & Design Construction , is a second generation German Master Tile Setter and Craftsman. He used ARDEX X 77™ MICROTEC® Fiber Reinforced Tile and Stone Mortar​​​​​​, ARDEX FL™ Rapid Set, Flexible, Sanded Grout and ARDEX SX™ 100% Silicone Sealant for Tile and Stone Applications for shower surround.

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Tile Excellence

JANUARY 19, 2014

Tile Installtion FAQ: Sanded Grout or Un-Sanded Grout? Most Frequently Asked Questions from Consumers: From Newly Forming FAQ on Tile Installation, Tile Repairs & All Things Tile Related: Many people have asked me over the years which grout to use in their house particular to their tile installation.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 21, 2022

With supply chain disruptions finally easing, flooring retailers were suddenly awash in new 2022 introductions from their supplier partners this year. This embarrassment of riches produced its fair share of “must-have” offerings spanning all flooring types. Engineered Floors: DW Select. Republic: Designer Pro.

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Granada Tile

OCTOBER 24, 2017

There may be standard sizes for certain applications and tile sizes that are commonly used in different places. A large area like an open floor kitchen and dining room, or a large living room will be able to handle large tiles. Start by measuring your space to be tiled by the length and width of the floor or wall.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 6, 2019

It is natural for us to constantly be on the lookout for the next trend in interior design which is why we are excited that September has finally. This month we will be paying close attention to the big 4; New York, London, Milan, and Paris are all hosting the top designers and influencers in the fashion industry. Designer: #Prada.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

Cement Tile Design Trends & Tips. I love the color in this cement tile floor. If youre having trouble finding the right color, design or pattern, then these cement tile design trends may provide the answer you were looking for. If youre new to cement tiles, then these trends are the perfect designing tips for you!

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 10, 2019

Luckily, they can be the most fun to design. Many homeowners and designers have been surprised when the tile they ordered arrives at the job site. Choose the Right Grout Color for Your Backsplash. The dark grout trend has been popular for a few years, but it’s not for everyone. Grout lines matter when setting tile.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 23, 2012

This mortar sets quickly, allowing grouting in three to four hours. Its nonsag medium-bed and thin-set mortar characteristics are ideal for installing large-format tile and stone on interior and exterior floors, walls and countertops. www.mapei.com.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 13, 2023

The biggest and most highly anticipated show of the year, Surfaces, is set to kick off in just two weeks and suppliers and specialty flooring retailers alike are poised for the event. What’s more, Ocean Views includes an exclusive ocean-inspired designs by Envision. BHW Floors – Kingston. LUX Flooring – Ashwood.

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