CUSTOM Insights Blog

MAY 14, 2015

Looking for online tools to help you write the 09 30 00 tile spec for a warranted installation of tile products? CUSTOM has a complete listing of all TCNA-endorsed methods for installing ceramic and natural stone along with CAD drawings showing the recommended products for each detail.

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Fabric and Tile Masters

FEBRUARY 28, 2017

Our shower repair services includes: Removal and replacement of cracked and missing grout. We use special tools to remove the grout. Cleaning and detailing ceramic and porcelain floors and walls. Refinishing natural stone surfaces including marble and granite. The grout shrinks as it ages.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 13, 2023

Orlando – Coverings has released a sneak peek of new tile and stone products, along with a select preview of installation materials, tools and technology products, that will be showcased at Coverings 2023, set to take place April 18-21, 2023, here at the Orange County Convention Center. Roma, the latest collection from Tagina S.P.A.,

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

Gauged Porcelain Tile Panels/Slabs: Thin tile applications have become more widely used, appearing as cladding on buildings, walls, floors and installed as countertops or other surfacing. Pearl Abrasive (Booth 3072), Tuscan SeamClip TruSpace: This all-in-one tool, made in the U.S.A.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

APRIL 23, 2019

The Hard Surfaces & Natural Stone Show is fast approaching. Barriers between natural stone and ceramics in the tile sector have long since broken down. Additionally providing options for both flooring (in 608x608mm and 599x599mm ret.) Details for Hard Surfaces and Natural Stone Show 2019: ExCel, London.

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Cement Style

OCTOBER 19, 2018

The Seashell white combined with three shades of blue is perfect for creating a geometric symphony on master bath walls, foyers and floors. 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.

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Fabric and Tile Masters

MARCH 7, 2017

Marble coating removal is necessary when topical sealers are applied to natural stone. We are often asked to apply urethane or acrylic coatings to natural stone. However, we remind clients that these products are good for use on wood or vinyl and should never be applied to stone due to the porous surface.

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Cement Style

MAY 14, 2019

The Villa Lagoon Tile Cuban Collection is available in twenty patterns which are presented in colorways exactly or similar to those seen on historical Cuban floors and walls. Designers and consumers can go to the easy-to-use cement tile design tool to create a customized color combination.

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Conestoga Tile Blog

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Also known as large panel porcelain slabs or large format porcelain slabs, gauged porcelain is loved for its beauty, durability, easy maintenance, and most of all its lack of grout joints and continuous pattern throughout the tile. Pictured: Mediterranea Quantum Stone Essential Grey. 2cm thick qauged porcelain slab for countertops.

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Conestoga Tile

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Also known as large panel porcelain slabs or large format porcelain slabs, gauged porcelain is loved for its beauty, durability, easy maintenance, and most of all its lack of grout joints and continuous pattern throughout the tile. Pictured: Mediterranea Quantum Stone Essential Grey. 2cm thick qauged porcelain slab for countertops.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 25, 2017

This collection’s features make it an easy option to mix and match with other natural stone or porcelain tile: 3″ x 6″ field tile with coordinating bullnose and trim profiles. Handmade Ceramic: The simplest ceramic tile composition is that of natural clay. clean, off-white color. glossy finish. ″ x 9.5″

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 24, 2012

It is designed to give salespeople the tools they need to increase sales, give tile installers the knowledge of industry standards and how to assist clients with selecting ceramic tile, and give professional designers the knowledge of how to select and specify ceramic tile. I will continue to volunteer with the industry in any way I can.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 13, 2022

The industry’s major manufacturers as well as the latest emerging companies will showcase thousands of new products and services in categories including furniture, fabrics, flooring, interior building products, interior finishes and technology. i4F: True Grout. The Ava by Novalis brand will highlight its 2TRZO at NeoCon 2022.

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Cement Style

AUGUST 13, 2019

Because the Amalena series takes inspiration from Turkish textiles, it is also an ideal choice for creating the classic rug-like effect with a border tile surrounding a field tile on the floor. Or, make the look completely your own with our easy-to-use cement tile design tool that allows you to customize your color palette.

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Cement Style

AUGUST 13, 2019

Because the Amalena series takes inspiration from Turkish textiles, it is also an ideal choice for creating the classic rug-like effect with a border tile surrounding a field tile on the floor. Or, make the look completely your own with our easy-to-use cement tile design tool that allows you to customize your color palette.

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Making Tile Modern

APRIL 16, 2012

Tools of the Trade –> As an interior designer, I don’t often dissect my design thought process to others because it’s not the most profound method. Consider the whole room: cabinet color, countertop color, flooring color, wall color, etc. It’s a great idea for a shower floor for instance.

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