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Grouts, sealants help ease the task at hand

Floor Covering News

“It’s important for exterior installations to be protected from the [prospect] of efflorescence,” said Ian O’Connor, product manager, grout, care and tools, Custom Building Products. He recommended a rapid-setting, high-performance cement grout as well as a rapid-set, high-performance mortar. Custom Building Products.

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Daltile peel-and-stick mosaics strike a chord with consumers

Floor Covering News

Dallas, Texas—As consumers are more frequently engaging in home improvement projects while homebound during COVID-19, Daltile’s new “peel-and-stick” mosaics are enjoying strong sales, according to the company. “SimplyStick Mosaix are mosaic tile sheets equipped with peel-and-stick technology for a lasting connection. .

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Tiles in Disguise: Wood, Brick & Natural Stone Effect Tiles

The London Tile Co.

Available in a range of colours from traditional red to white-washed, the brick-style tiles can be fitted using a 10mm spacer and grout joint to recreate the brick and mortar look. The Morland tiles also have a marble effect design, and there is a matching mosaic tile to help you finish off the look. Stone Effect Tiles.

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How To Choose Bathroom Floor Tiles

The London Tile Co.

Although natural stone has a distinct character that can bring a traditional flavour to your home, the material requires greater care to keep its natural effect from looking worn. Natural stone tiles need to be resealed over time to help protect the material from general wear and tear. Don’t Grouch About the Grout.

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Ege Seramik’s Dorado mixes marble with mosaics

Floor Covering News

Ege Seramik’s new Dorado collection blends the look of mosaics with natural stone. In addition, it is said to create an infinite mosaic composed of rectangular shapes connected by a color-complementing simulated grout line. Norcross, Ga.—Ege

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Tidying Up: How to Clean Up Different Tile Types

Architectural Ceramics

Check out the following tips below, organized into categories, to care for and maintain your porcelain, ceramic, glass or natural stone tile. Machine-made ceramic tile from AC’s Neri Collection , available in small-scale field tile and mosaic sizes. Doing so could discolor the tile or the porous cement grout around it.

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SikaTile, Merkrete to present at TISE 2024

Floor Covering News

SikaTile-815 Secure Grout is a high-performance, fast-setting, dustless grout that delivers hard, durable joints and is formulated for strength and simplicity. The color-consistent, efflorescence-free grout is ideal for interior and exterior residential and commercial installations.

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