The Pulse: Ardex Americas

JUNE 5, 2017

ARDEX Introduces X 90 OUTDOOR™ the New Level in Mortar Standards. standard requirement of 20 cycles). With an extended open time of 30 minutes, along with an extremely creamy consistency, ARDEX X 90 OUTDOOR can also be grouted in only 2 hours! “We Aliquippa, Pa.,

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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. Will it be information and product overload? Tuesday, February 5, 2013.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

Laticrete is AC’s go-to vendor partner for installation items such as grout and thin set. Want more information? This special order system, is an all-in-one, adhesive-backed mesh mat, sized to standard dimensions. For more size options, visit our Floor Heat Mat Product Page here. Floor Heat Mat. Ditra-heat.

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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

To contribute, tiles and related installation materials on a project (mortars, grouts, etc.) must meet the extensive environmental and social responsibility requirements of Green Squared, the ceramic tile industry’s multi-attribute, cradle-to-grave sustainability standard. “It’s not easy to get on that list. .

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Making Tile Modern

JANUARY 28, 2016

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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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

AUGUST 31, 2016

To contribute, tiles and related installation materials on a project (mortars, grouts, etc.) must meet the extensive environmental and social responsibility requirements of Green Squared, the ceramic tile industry’s multi-attribute, cradle-to-grave sustainability standard. “It’s not easy to get on that list. .

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 4, 2023

Ceramic Tile Finishing (two days, 16 hours): Explores with hands-on practice grouting, cleaning and membranes. Installation Big Picture (one day, 8 hours): Looks at what it takes to be accurate from prep to finish by examining what the industry standards and methods are, why they exist and how to meet them. Where Did the Time Go?

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 7, 2023

It was precisely this mode of installation that made laminate flooring such a new and exciting product category when it first began appearing in retail showrooms in the U.S. It’s all about keeping pace with the attributes that end users of hard surface products demand today. market nearly 30 years ago. The newly granted U.S. “We

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

AUGUST 26, 2016

Custom Building Products has committed to aiding architects, specifiers, engineers, tile contractors and owners fulfill this growing responsibility with our environmentally-responsible tile and stone installation products. CUSTOM has over 100 Build Green products and the Emerald System, which contribute to U.S.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 21, 2020

—Tile Council of North America (TCNA), the trade association representing producers of ceramic tile, tile installation materials and related products in North America, has entered into what it calls a transformative collaboration to provide industry-wide material ingredient transparency. rating system. rating system.

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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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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 23, 2012

In response to ceramic contractors’ needs for time-saving products, MAPEI has introduced Ultraflex™ LFT Rapid mortar to its line of fast-setting tile and stone installation systems. This mortar sets quickly, allowing grouting in three to four hours. New Rapid-Setting Mortar from MAPEI. www.mapei.com.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MAY 20, 2016

The updated course offers a comprehensive look at ceramic tile uses, including industry standards, installation methods, avoiding problems, sales training, and how to work effectively with clients. UofCTS is currently in the process of updating the UofCTS Tile Installer Thin-set Standards (ITS) Verification online course.

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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

AUGUST 10, 2020

The ability to withstand temperature extremes is at the crux of SAR Floors’ TriCore technology, which features a three-layer ESPC core that stands up to cold, heat and sunlight better than some single standard SPC cores, the company stated. Indeed, vinyl products that resemble ceramic and stone visuals are all the rage.

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H.Winter Showroom Blog

SEPTEMBER 17, 2010

By far, the biggest complaint that consumers have about tile is grout. Fuller Construction Products, better known as TEC, offers Grout Boost Advanced Pro to solve those issues. Grout Boost Advanced Pro is a "stain resistant grout additive that mixes with a cement-based grout in place of water when grout is installed.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

MAY 1, 2015

The app includes: Product information including essential details you need to know: product descriptions, suitable uses, features and benefits as well as limitations. Technical Data Sheets that contain full product details. Material Calculator: Don’t guess on the amount of product you will need for your job.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 10, 2019

We hope you like the products we recommend. 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. Choosing white grout or matching your grout to the tile will give you a seamless look, especially in a large backsplash area.

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Cement Style

MAY 14, 2019

The cement tile collection is also available in any of Villa Lagoon Tile’s 85 standard colors. Villa Lagoon Tile’s Cuban Collection is inspired by a trip to Cuba that I took with my product designer to explore and document the rich heritage of cement tiles in the architecture,” said Lundy Wilder, founder, Villa Lagoon Tile.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 10, 2015

White Thinset is the standard recommendation for Bianco Carrara, Calacata, Onyx, Thassos, most Limestone, and other light or translucent stones. When the stone is exposed to water, moisture penetrates the stone and grout and into the mud bed, activating the loose particles of cement. Calacatta Gold Master Bath.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 2, 2012

Cotto D’Este, an Italian manufacturer, has developed a revolutionary new technology to create Kerlite, a large-format, thin porcelain tile that weighs a fraction of standard thickness tile while still providing the strength and durability of porcelain. Luckily for designers and installers alike, a solution has evolved!

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

SEPTEMBER 19, 2013

LATICRETE commissioned the 12 pieces from industry mosaic artists to display their work at the company’s Surfaces 2013 exhibit earlier this year, in support of communicating the 10 year anniversary of SPECTRALOCK® Grout. This mosaic art gallery was comprised of unique, museum-quality creations using SPECTRALOCK PRO Premium Grout with DAZZLE™.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 21, 2022

FCNews’ fourth annual Industry Disrupters issue features innovative players and thinkers who are changing the game in terms of product enhancements, technological breakthroughs or simply radical new ways of doing business. AHF Products. Cali Floors. Disrupting through distribution. From takeover target to blazing the acquisition trail.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JULY 4, 2018

This is the time of year when tile manufacturers start to inform Tile Addict of their plans for Cersaie 2018. For XXL tile manufacturers, the challenge is finding new routes to market – in effect, a new customer base – for this product category. Note the coloured grout lines. Hyper Slim Pack Grey by Flaviker.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 24, 2012

CTaSC also develops business and marketing plans for foreign and domestic companies trying to develop products or businesses for the ceramic tile or stone industries. All are involved in setting industry standards so we can avoid the negative advertising of problems and failures and ensure successful installations.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

MARCH 27, 2015

The mortar helps save installers time, with the potential to eliminate back-buttering, while its rapid setting formula allows for same-day grouting. standards without the need for additives. For more information about Complete Contact-LFT Rapid Setting Mortar, check out the product page.' It exceeds ANSI A118.4,

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

MARCH 27, 2015

Dale RobertsA "one size fits all" approach no longer works when it comes to membranes, mortars or grouts. Every day, I assist architects and designers to understand these shifts and ensure that their client’s expectations, as well as the needs of the jobsite, are met with the correct products and installation methods.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 9, 2021

FCNews ’ third annual “Industry Disrupters” issue features innovative players and thinkers who are pushing the envelope in terms of product innovations, technological breakthroughs or simply radical new ways of doing business. Domestic Production. Below are this year’s Industry Disruptors. The mother of all disruptors .

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Realstone

MAY 8, 2023

This article will guide you in choosing the best stacked stone veneer for your fireplace, covering various aspects from understanding the product to installation and maintenance. Realstone Systems provides high-quality stacked stone veneer products that meet the highest standards of craftsmanship and durability.

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Tile Excellence

JANUARY 31, 2014

Today I did this Tumbled marble backsplash in Hamilton ma, It took me 4 hours of my time from start to finish and I grouted it as well. I am a production tile guy who gets it done within the bounds of industry standards. For specific information click appropriate link. The labor cost to the customer was $310.00

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

The newsletter provides information on specials, tile tips, design ideas, and new products. design standards. green building products. Product Plug. Dwell on Design 2014 – Top Products. Removing Grout Haze in a Cement Tile Installation. Contact us or leave a comment. Wed love to hear from you!

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StoneDimensions

MAY 23, 2014

The amount of water that is experienced by the surface, the pitch of the surface slope, the permeability of the stone, and the permeability of the grout are all factors as to what amount of water penetrates the bed. We also use standard deviation. The setting bed beneath the tile will achieve varying levels of saturation.

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Burgin Construction

OCTOBER 22, 2009

That alone was enough to sell me on the product but there are many other features that make these unusual square drains a hit: 10 finishes – polished chrome, bright brass, black chrome, brushed nickel, antique pewter, polished copper, oil rubbed bronze, brushed bronze, polished nickel and satin nickel. No grinding to match a radius.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

DECEMBER 11, 2014

The styling and technical features of the staircase are enhanced by the possibility of producing an ultra-slim step trim (thin sheet of metal clad with wood) which is inserted directly into the stringer with near-invisible grouting. Photos and information provided via e-mail by Rizzi Studio]. Ideas Spiral Staircases'

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Building Moxie

MARCH 31, 2017

To put 10 mils into context, the internet says a standard coat of interior paint is generally between four and five millimeters thick. And please read on, in any case, for tons more useful information. *. Applied from a standard caulk gun, I generally achieved what I was looking for. Restoring a Concrete Pond.

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Life of an Architect

SEPTEMBER 22, 2013

Yes, it’s painful to spend up to $1000 an opening but I know I’m getting a quality triple pane product from a reputable national brand that will last 50 years + like the windows I’m replacing. –even if you guess the right product, you then have to guess the right color. BTW I do live in Minnesota.)

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