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CTEF focuses on tile installer training, education at TISE 2020

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The CTI designation identifies the professional installer who has reached a level of proficiency to independently and consistently produce a sound tile installation that displays good workmanship. A hands-on evaluation conducted at regional locations across the United States. The CTI program includes two separate tests.

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It all makes Cents: Rudi’s Tile & Design Construction

The Pulse: Ardex Americas

Markus Dworowy of Rudi’s Tile & Design Construction , is a second generation German Master Tile Setter and Craftsman. When Markus came to the United States, he brought decades of experience, and his love of ARDEX products, with him.

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Can Cement Tile Give You Wings?

Cement Style

Click for larger images… The designers of the Flying Iguana developed a stunning, eye-catching facade using our exclusive Tradewinds pattern, from the Caribbean Collection. Decorative cement tile for external walls have long been popular south of the border, but we’ve seen more and more installations in the United States recently.

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Bostik inaugurates new R&D Center in France

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

Bostik, one of the world’s largest manufacturers of adhesives and sealants, inaugurated its new, state-of-the-art R&D facility – the Bostik Smart Technology Center – in Venette, located near Paris, on October 3 rd. Facts & Figures.

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Wellmade: A rigid core pioneer

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There’s a reason for this: George Chen, co-owner, designed Wellmade’s rigid core plant in China and has replicated it in the U.S.—only George built and designed this product,” Quinlan said. “He He designed the machines that are being used throughout the industry. Quinlan stated. “We

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