Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

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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The Tile Doctor

JUNE 30, 2020

The days are gone when grout was just something functional you used to hold tiles in place. Grout is a serious consideration in the overall aesthetic of not only the tile work itself, but for every room in the house.

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Tile Talk

JULY 8, 2014

Because it is very porous, cement tile is more prone to grout haze than glazed ceramic tile. Today, I''ll explain why grout haze occurs, how you can spot it and how to remove it. Spotting Grout Haze. Last week I received an email from one of the design firms in Berkley, CA, that we work with.

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Garden State Tile Blog

MARCH 20, 2020

Below is our simple guide for how to clean your tile and grout, including product recommendations and DIY solutions! Photo Courtesy of OAK Design Project. Photo Courtesy of Saiman Design and Linda McManus Photography. Apply Grout Cleaner: Apply a grout cleaner directly to the grout lines and let sit for 10-15 seconds.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Las Vegas—I4F, a group of companies providing patents and technologies to the flooring industry, has introduced True Grout on SPC/rigid core tiles and planks. Using the technology, licensee partners can offer unprecedented durability as well as an innovative middle grout line mimicking two tiles in one. Europe and Asia-Pacific.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

NOVEMBER 18, 2019

Last year we covered the exciting collection Cava designed by LucidiPevere for Living Ceramics – a concrete-effect range focused on highlighting the wonders of coloured grout through a series of surface incisions. And now this concept is expanding. Cava Mosaic Beige and Tierra de Siena. Cava Black Mosaic. Jade Green.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 9, 2015

Okay, so grout is NOT the most interesting thing to read about; however, it’s such an important part of design! I recently saw this awesome photo on Ella Scott Design’s Instagram page that had our 4” Calacatta Chablis Hexagon mosaic on the wall and penny round mosaic on the floor.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 9, 2015

Okay, so grout is NOT the most interesting thing to read about; however, it’s such an important part of design! I recently saw this awesome photo on Ella Scott Design’s Instagram page that had our 4” Calacatta Chablis Hexagon mosaic on the wall and penny round mosaic on the floor.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

MAY 8, 2020

Playing with grout lines, Zip offers unique decorative effects with shaped edges alongside its standard 600 by 600mm and 600 by 1,200mm pieces. The three colours – Anthracite Black, Ivory White, and Antique Terracotta – work to enable striking contrast between a variety of grout shades. Zip Ivory White. Zip Ivory White.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 10, 2019

Laticrete has introduced Spectralock Pro Premium Translucent Grout, a patented high-performance epoxy grout that offers customers a unique opaque color that diffuses light for a vibrant finish. Bethany, Conn.—Laticrete

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

All but two stenciled designs include color-coordinated and nonporous InteGrout, offering original Karndean visuals in a quicker and easier to install alternative to ceramic and porcelain tile, the company said. The post Karndean adds grouted stone looks to Korlok Select line appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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As The Tile Turns

JULY 29, 2014

We recently received this great tool from the experts at Artistic Tile showing the prominent effect of grout color in a mosaic application. As designers push the boundaries of mosaic design, grout can often become more visible thus altering the appearance of such mosaics.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

In its 10 th year, Boutique Design New York (BDNY) showcases trends targeted to the hospitality boutique and lifestyle market. With over 750 manufacturers, and attended by 8,000+ designers, architects, owners, developers and specifiers, the two inspiring days each November are nothing less than exciting and drool-worthy. Booth prep!

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 21, 2024

The move enables the company to elevate its flooring collections with diverse design choices and enhanced functionality, addressing the varied tastes of consumers. “With these new technologies we can provide an answer to the different design demands, from the natural and matte finishes to grout bevels that mimic ceramics.” .

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JUNE 13, 2018

Regular readers of Tile Addict will have noted my comments on the growing use of coloured grout as an integral part of new tile displays at Coverings and other recent international trade shows. Perhaps the apotheosis of this trend can be seen in Cava: a collection designed for Living Ceramics by LucidiPevere.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 4, 2024

MSI, one of the largest suppliers of tile and natural stone in North America, is renowned for its on-trend approach to design. Recently, the company has taken that steadfast focus and applied it to create two solutions to support one timeless design trend: brick looks.

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The Tile Doctor

JUNE 30, 2020

The functional purpose of grout is to hold tiles in place, seal the joints, and keep tiles from shifting and breaking. Current trends, point to grout as something more than a material used to hold tiles in place.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 18, 2021

While pale grays and neutral colors remain popular, there’s a renewed interest in contrast—adding dark elements, large or small, to a room’s design adds a timeless air of elegance. Brique is a stylish design that emulates the look of natural brick, one of the world’s oldest building materials. The Details. Brique Charcoal.

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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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The Tile Doctor

JUNE 30, 2020

Grout is a substance used in tile and mosaic installations. Many people donand#39;t think of it beyond its utilitarian purpose, but contractors, home designers, and DIY homeowners understand the decorative possibilities grout can bring to any space, indoors or outdoors.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 19, 2020

Hamont, Belgium—CFL Flooring has signed a license agreement to use I4F’s unique portfolio of grout technologies. These technologies are exclusively available via an I4F license following I4F’s agreements for grout technologies with its partners. “We

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The Tile Doctor

JUNE 30, 2020

Tile can be one of the most important parts of a well-designed home. And just as important as having nice tile is making sure that your grout stands out beyond all others.

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The Tile Doctor

JUNE 30, 2020

You may have already selected tile for your kitchen or bathroom remodel but now itand#39;s time to accessorized with your grout selection. Donand#39;t miss a prime opportunity to put the finishing touches on your design.

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The Tile Doctor

JUNE 30, 2020

While a lot of people think of grout as nothing more than a filler between tiles, the truth is, grout is a smart way to take advantage of custom design ideas and to add a personal touch to every room of your house.

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Tile of Spain USA

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

“The applications we are seeing offer users a uniquely creative opportunity to explore innovative formats, applications and finishes to meet specific design needs.”. Users can select the number of pieces in their sheet, color, and finish to design custom mosaic creations: [link]. Home Design 3D by Azulev Grupo.

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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 Doctor

FEBRUARY 7, 2014

Functional and Aesthetically Pleasing Backsplash Glass Tile Grout? Yes, it does exist. For homeowners creating a backsplash, glass tile is a well-liked, striking option. Glass tile is available in a seemingly endless variety of colors and styles, allowing the expression of personal style to really shine. However, to.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Toronto, Ontario—Torlys, a global flooring company specializing in stylish, responsible flooring solutions, has launched RigidTile Firm Designer, a collection of design-forward tile patterns in a large tile format (18 x 36 with grout lines), designed as the perfect alternative to large format tile and stone.

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The London Tile Co.

MARCH 8, 2021

Metro tiles are a popular type of tile often used in interior designs for both kitchens and bathrooms. Because of their sleek shape and design they are frequently used in both retro and contemporary designs. Because of their sleek shape and design they are frequently used in both retro and contemporary designs.

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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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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 19, 2024

Visitors to Booth #5659 will be able to see firsthand how the SikaTile solutions are designed to eliminate unwanted jobsite callbacks. SikaTile-815 Secure Grout is a high-performance, fast-setting, dustless grout that delivers hard, durable joints and is formulated for strength and simplicity.

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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. Match your grout carefully as there is now a wide colour selection available. Fewer grout lines gives a more streamlined look. Talk to your supplier to see if this is necessary.

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The Tile Doctor

JUNE 30, 2020

Thereand#39;s no doubt that grout has become an integral part of home design these days, both indoors and outdoors. Homeowners, contractors, interior decorators, and home renovation professionals all understand its design value.

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Making Tile Modern

MAY 30, 2012

Seriously…All grouts are not created equal. More often than not, grout becomes an overlooked element within the tile installation process (why is that btw?). Grout is what seals everything together – literally. It’s kinda like the perfect marriage of tile and grout.

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The Tile Council of North America Blog

AUGUST 26, 2016

At Greenbuild 2016, TCNA announced UL certification of the Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for tile mortars and tile grouts made in North America. With this announcement, building design professionals have even more reason to “think tile” and “think North American” when building green.

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Tile Doctor

MARCH 10, 2014

Change Grout Color and Update Your Space Old, dingy, stained grout can make even the most beautiful tile design look worn and outdated, and often changing grout color seems the best way to refresh it. Looking to Refresh Your Tile? On the other hand, you may have become unhappy.

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Fabric and Tile Masters

MAY 17, 2019

After a period of normal wear and tear, especially in high traffic areas, it is not unusual to start to see dullness in your tiles or darkening of grout in your home. Especially with the humidity and salt air often present in the Jacksonville and Ponte Vedra areas , the need to clean your tile and grout is often more frequent.

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