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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LEED North America Tile Standards 100

The London Tile Co.

DECEMBER 8, 2020

F = Indicates that this tile adhesive is Fast Setting or Rapid Setting , shortening curing time and allowing you to grout and complete your project quicker. E = Indicates Extended Working Time or pot life and can apply to both fast setting and standard setting adhesive. British Standards.

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Adhesive Cement Tile Standards 130

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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LEED North America Tile Standards 100

Floor Covering News

JULY 6, 2021

“After over a year of social distancing and virtual meetings, we’re thrilled to be back in full force and hit the ground running with 10 engaging demonstrations. Spectralock 1: Spectralock 1 is a pre-mixed, stain-proof grout that has the performance of an epoxy. The grout also aims to provide versatility and color consistency.

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Adhesive Grout Training System 81

Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 27, 2020

Products showcased will include SpectraLock 1 Pre-Mixed Grout, Laticrete Select-Bond, Fracture Ban SC, 170.5 SpectraLock 1 is an evolutionary pre-mixed, stain-proof grout that has the performance of an epoxy. The grout also provides exceptional versatility and excellent color consistency, even with the most demanding applications.

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Adhesive Products Grout System 92

The London Tile Co.

JUNE 22, 2021

Generally, larger tiles will make the space feel bigger and fewer grout lines make them easy to clean. Move aside standard tiles, 3D tiles are entering the show. Meet you at the Metro. Gone are the days where grout only comes in one colour. Today, grouting can become an added design element in your bathroom.

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Tile Grout Trends Porcelain 130

Floor Covering News

MARCH 23, 2022

Las Vegas—The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) invites the tile industry to its booth (N3163) at Coverings 2022, taking place here, April 5-8, 2022 , for a demonstration of “GPTP By the Standard” and to witness the Mud Walls and Mud Floors Advanced Certifications for Tile Installers (ACT) program tests. to noon and 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. “On

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North America Las Vegas Standards Porcelain 52

The London Tile Co.

MAY 16, 2018

Tiles should meet recognised ISO standards to ensure they have the correct qualities for their use, this includes testing for thermal shock. 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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Interior Design Tile Wet Room Grout 133

The Pulse: Ardex Americas

OCTOBER 10, 2017

This standard tub and shower installation in Portland, Oregon was completed by Stoneman Construction. We take pride in meeting or exceeding all industry standards,” Jeremy, a CTI, explains. ARDEX FL™ Rapid Set, Flexible, Sanded Grout. ARDEX CA 20 P™ Multi-Purpose Construction Adhesive and Sealant.

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Sealants Indiana Oregon Portland 69

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.

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System South America Grout Ceramics 98

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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Adhesive Grout Standards North America 100

Floor Covering News

JUNE 13, 2022

Stone Fiction field tiles are made in the USA and Green Square Certified to answer sustainability standards. i4F: True Grout. SPC/rigid core tiles featuring True Grout are ideal for any room. This increased resilience outperforms both a V-groove and a traditional ceramic grout in terms of wear and tear, the company said.

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Grout Products Stone Colors 98

Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Mohawk has reset the standard for the texture and realism of wood décor with Signature Technology. Selling point: With 42 new colors, Simply the Best Values meets homeowners’ style and budgetary needs. . ProGen by Tarkett Home is a next-generation technology designed to meet the demands of modern living. Tarkett Home: ProGen.

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Travertine Meeting Natural Stone Painted 98

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MARCH 19, 2012

So why is the new Green Squared standard and certification program launching at Coverings so important to the industry? The tile industry has long recognized that its products are inherently sustainable, says Bill Griese, manager of standards development and green initiatives for the Anderson, SC-based Tile Council of North America (TCNA).

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Standards North America Florida Industry 124

Floor Covering News

JANUARY 26, 2023

The company said it will also share details on the rebranding of its breakthrough ceramic grout imitating surface finishing technologies as well as introduce Click4U PRO, its latest drop-lock technology specially designed for professional installers.

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Las Vegas System Grout Resources 52

Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 24, 2015

Create a pattern using plain or solid-color tiles using different standard formats. We use a standard grout thickness of 3-4 mm on all formats. Pieces are then finished with standard (smooth), Limestone, Travertine or Luna texture. We will schedule a time to discuss options that meets your goals and budget.

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Cement Tile Mosaics Standards 100

Floor Covering News

JULY 15, 2021

The show floor was indeed abuzz with high-energy meetings, product demonstrations and educational opportunities. Exhibitors welcomed the chance to meet with customers in person once again and even make new connections. For designers from Miami to Dallas to LA, that 24 x 48 is now a standard size.

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Florida Trends Mosaics Tile 98

Floor Covering News

AUGUST 10, 2020

With these flourishing numbers, it’s no wonder flooring companies are ramping up their R&D efforts to meet the needs of consumers who desire a waterproof solution in their homes. Fifteen of the new Korlok Select stones feature vinyl grouting that is integrated into the construction. of the LVT market, or 667.5

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Research Stone Grout Ceramics 72

Floor Covering News

JANUARY 28, 2021

Mirage Floors is synonymous with top quality, beauty and durability—the standard by which many quality hardwood floors are measured. Mirage is known for its high standards and uncompromising product quality as well its attention to detail. Pure Grout from Republic Floor. Republic Floor.

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Flooring Grout Software Products 98

The Perfect Bath

SEPTEMBER 8, 2016

It includes meticulous planning, hours of shopping and decision making, meetings with designers, architects and contractors and allowing the time for supervision if you want to secure the outcome you had imagined. The grout joints are very small and the choice of grout color was achieved after several unsuccessful attempts.

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Bath Grout Standards Meeting 75

Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 21, 2023

LVT/Rigid core Unilin FlinTile FlinTile locking technology offers a click rigid floor (SPC) with an authentic ceramic look that is easy to install and 100% waterproof due to grouted joints. The grout can be easily applied and cleaned afterward, resulting in a fully installed waterproof floor within a couple of hours.

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North America Tools Adhesive Sales 59

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. Custom sizes can be created to meet individual needs. hexagon shape. Each piece is hand cut and hand-glazed, offering a unique artisanal look.

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Tile Porcelain Grout Standards 40

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. Custom sizes can be created to meet individual needs. hexagon shape. Each piece is hand cut and hand-glazed, offering a unique artisanal look.

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Tile Porcelain Grout Standards 40

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. Custom sizes can be created to meet individual needs.

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Tile Porcelain Grout Standards 40

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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Porcelain Tile America System 100

CUSTOM Insights Blog

MAY 14, 2015

For selecting grout color, the CUSTOM website includes an easy to use tool to speed matching your tile. CUSTOM’s Architectural Support Team is Here for You To help with writing a specification that meets today’s criteria, CUSTOM has a national team of highly experienced Architectural Consultants.

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Tools System North America Tile 40

Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 27, 2022

i4F’s latest range of drop-lock technologies, including its bespoke herringbone installation system as well as True Grout from its surface finishing technologies cluster, will also be demonstrated on i4F’s booth, number 629. Hamont, Belgium—i4F will be an exhibitor at NAFCD 2022 taking place Nov.

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Belgium Resources Standards System 98

Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

Unfortunately, there’s not really a specific industry organization that sets standards for the vinyl planks, tiles and accessories,” said Deanna Summers, marketing specialist and account manager at MP Global Products, a flooring underlayment supplier. There is no mortar drying time, no two-part grout and no return visits.”.

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System Products Sales Standards 75

Floor Covering News

MARCH 21, 2022

We offer our clients a customized, comprehensive digital marketing strategy to specifically meet their needs,” explained Carole Cross, founder and CEO of Mobile Marketing. “As 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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Industry Training Strategy System 76

The Perfect Bath

SEPTEMBER 7, 2016

It includes meticulous planning, hours of shopping and decision making, meetings with designers, architects and contractors and allowing the time for supervision if you want to secure the outcome you had imagined. The grout joints are very small and the choice of grout color was achieved after several unsuccessful attempts.

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Bath Grout Standards Meeting 40

CUSTOM Insights Blog

JULY 13, 2016

The biggest challenge we see on jobsites today is a result of the move away from an 8" x 8" or 12" x 12" tile, to 12" x 24" being the standard and tiles up to 48" being common. Under these conditions, you will almost certainly need to level the floor to meet the tolerances for large format tile.

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Tile Sacramento Standards Training 40

CUSTOM Insights Blog

JULY 13, 2016

The biggest challenge we see on jobsites today is a result of the move away from an 8" x 8" or 12" x 12" tile, to 12" x 24" being the standard and tiles up to 48" being common. Under these conditions, you will almost certainly need to level the floor to meet the tolerances for large format tile.

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Sacramento Standards Training Tools 40

Tile Talk

OCTOBER 16, 2012

Fragments, Our New Cement Tile Accent Strips Meet our newest line of cement tile: Fragments , tiny, tesserae that proudly carry a cement tile pedigree. With mismatched patterns, strong grout lines, and bold colors, it.s design standards. Fragments are another way to get creative with cement tile. Spring Mosaic. Summer Mosaic.

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Cement Tile Mosaics Los Angeles 163

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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Stone Standards Tile Meeting 40

Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 10, 2013

When a customer requests a special size for their handmade cement tiles, we are more than happy to assist in meeting their design needs and special requests. design standards. Removing Grout Haze in a Cement Tile Installation. Traditional Gran Cordoba Cement Tile Polished 8"x8". Photo courtesy of Avente Customer. bathroom tile.

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Cement Tile Los Angeles Antigua 128

Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 17, 2013

By getting to meet the artisan, you begin to discover both their techniques and inspirations. design standards. Removing Grout Haze in a Cement Tile Installation. Tuesday, September 17, 2013. Interview with Lilywork Artisan Tile, LLC. Todays post is the second in our Tile Artisans Interview Series. backsplash designs.

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Tile Backsplash Cement Los Angeles 121

Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 16, 2017

Base molding: Just like wood molding is used at the bottom of a wall where it meets the floor, base molding can be made out of ceramic, marble or porcelain, and functions the same way. Because the trim is available in a range of colors, the beige option used here easily blends in with the tile and grout around it. Get in the Mood.

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