Floor Covering News

JANUARY 3, 2023

True Grout. i4F continues to drive innovation with True Grout on SPC/rigid core tiles and planks offering steadfast durability as well as a middle grout line mimicking two tiles in one. True Grout. This increased resilience outperforms both v-groove and traditional ceramic grouts in terms of wear and tear.

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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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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. Then check out our blog, Tis’ the Season for Trimming Tile Edges for more information and inspiration.

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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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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.

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The London Tile Co.

MAY 15, 2017

In most areas of the home a standard tile is fine, however if you are looking for tiles for a wet room, external use or swimming pool surround it’s something you should consider. Make sure you are protecting the surface of tiles prior to grouting, as grout can dry on the surface of the tile and becomes extremely hard to remove.

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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

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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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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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

APRIL 7, 2023

In this collection, Classen combines the reliable locking system with a high-density, wood-based panel to deliver guaranteed waterproof protection up to one week—setting a new standard for the industry. With FlinTile, Unilin offers a ceramic alternative to SPC with real grout. The newly granted U.S. “We

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 23, 2012

This mortar sets quickly, allowing grouting in three to four hours. MAPEI began developing rapid-setting mortars and grouts more than 20 years ago with the introduction of Granirapid® mortar, a faster-setting version of its premium Kerabond/Keralastic™ mortar system for indoor and outdoor applications.

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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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Floor Covering News

APRIL 21, 2020

This collaboration, covering the ingredients from which ceramic tile and cementitious grouts and mortars are made, will produce a Material Ingredient Guide that includes Certified GreenScreen Assessments of at least thirty of the raw materials most commonly used by the North American tile industry. Green Building Council. rating system.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

(Booth 2641), MULTIMAX™ Lite: The ultimate one-step, non-sag, Large and Heavy Tile mortar for interior and exterior ceramic tile, porcelain tile, glass tile and stone installations, MULTIMAX Lite exceeds the industry’s highest performance standard for a cementitious-based adhesive mortar and can be more easily transported and troweled.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 10, 2019

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. Grout lines matter when setting tile.

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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. Our material calculator is more precise than standardized coverage charts. Remember, Fusion Pro, CEG, Prism and Polyblend are all available in 40 standard colors!

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 28, 2021

Anecdotal information contin­ues to show this pent-up demand has given specialty retailers a much-needed lifeline as they seek to weather the storm that is COVID-19. Mirage Floors is synonymous with top quality, beauty and durability—the standard by which many quality hardwood floors are measured. Pure Grout from Republic Floor.

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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. Ceramic, stone looks impress.

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Tile Excellence

MAY 6, 2012

After the grout is removed then the tile to be replaced can be broken from the middle out in pieces and removed carefully using the hammer and chisel a little at a time or all at once if the tile is not bonded very well. Shower re grouts are in some ways much easier because you dont have to worry about breaking tiles from removal.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 18, 2013

A soft to the touch, contemporary, rectified tile, Urban Wood enables the installer to use smaller grout joints which not only give the new tiled area a more monolithic appearance… the smaller the grout joint, the lesser the time and expense for future cleaning. Industry Insights Innovations Product Information'

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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. Installing cement tiles is similar to installing natural stone, with tighter grout lines and use of a sealant after the tiles are set. For more information on Villa Lagoon Tile’s new Cuban Collection, please visit [link]. ###.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

Finally, in celebration of the 10th year of its SpectraLock Grout product, Laticrete conducted an in-booth promotion where the works of extremely talented mosaic artists were displayed. The mosaic art gallery featured unique, museum-quality creations using Laticrete’s SpectraLock Grout Dazzle. design standards. at 6:00 AM.

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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

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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CUSTOM Insights Blog

AUGUST 26, 2016

Our full line includes underlayments, thin-set mortars, grouts, sealers and cleaners designed with the environment in mind. Green Building Council LEED certification and are compliant with other green building industry standards. CUSTOM has over 100 Build Green products and the Emerald System, which contribute to U.S.

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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. Note the coloured grout lines. Hyper Dec Street from the Wide range by Flaviker. Hyper Slim Pack Grey by Flaviker.

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ModCraft

NOVEMBER 7, 2016

ModCraft’s made to order Modern Porcelain Field Tile comes in 8 standard sizes including 3? The ultimate design expression varies based on layout, grout color, and glaze choice. For samples and showroom information please contact David Clark at David@mod-craft.com or 718-541-1160. hexagon shape.

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ModCraft

NOVEMBER 7, 2016

ModCraft’s made to order Modern Porcelain Field Tile comes in 8 standard sizes including 3? The ultimate design expression varies based on layout, grout color, and glaze choice. For samples and showroom information please contact David Clark at David@mod-craft.com or 718-541-1160. hexagon shape.

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ModCraft

NOVEMBER 7, 2016

ModCraft’s made to order Modern Porcelain Field Tile comes in 8 standard sizes including 3″ x 6″, 6″ x 6″, 3″ x 9″, 4″ x 10″, 2″ x 12″, 3″ x 12″, 4″ x 12″ and a 6″ hexagon shape. The ultimate design expression varies based on layout, grout color, and glaze choice. For samples and showroom information.

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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. Product Information' See more at www.midamericatile.com.

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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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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 24, 2012

I have been very dedicated to our industry in volunteering my time over the years to help make our industry better, which has rewarded me with a lot of knowledge, and status as an expert with industry standards. The Ceramic Tile course includes industry standards and sales techniques. What does the training consist of?

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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. This is especially true when selecting the appropriate setting mortars/surface prep products/grouting options. John GallupJob failures can be caused by specifications that don’t fully consider the specific variables of the project.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 21, 2022

The information gathered by those existing platforms is then utilized to create a more enhanced experience that allows retailers to see the best return on their overall investment.”. First up is True Grout for SPC/rigid core tiles and planks. The innovation allows the creation of a middle grout line that mimics two tiles in one.

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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 Excellence

SEPTEMBER 29, 2013

But having run my business over 37 years based on honest ethical standards I decided the best way to address these. The tile corners were left terribly uneven, big areas of grout were left unfilled, the floor tiles were popping and shifting in less than a week, and the floor of the bath was so poorly executed that it did not drain correctly.

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