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Natural Stone: Opportunity knocks as consumers hunker down

Floor Covering News

The recent boom in the housing market is a boon to the natural stone category. The flooring industry in general, and the natural stone category in particular, is starting to reap the benefits of such activities. Opportunity for natural stone has always been in kitchen and bath. By Megan Salzano.

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Tips For Planning Outdoor Tiles

The London Tile Co.

Frost can be extremely damaging to natural stone tiles if they have not been properly sealed. Porcelain has an inherent low porosity, which means that it won’t get cracks from frozen moisture, unlike ceramic and natural stone. A simple pedestal system is also available for balconies, terraces and raised patios.

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Tips for Laying External Porcelain Paving Tiles

The London Tile Co.

When choosing your tiles it is important to make sure they are suitable for use outdoors. Slip resistance is also important, so look out for an ‘R’ rating on outdoor tiles that is 10 or higher. PorcelPave is an outdoor only product that ranges from 18mm to 20mm in thickness and is available in many different styles.

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A Guide for Choosing Your Kitchen Wall Tiles

The London Tile Co.

Plus, with new styles and digital effects, you can have natural stone effect and wood effect as tiles – with none of the maintenance those floor coverings usually require! Flat and glossy surfaces are wipe-clean with ease, and you can minimise and hide long-lasting stains with thin and dark colour grout joints.

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Installing External Porcelain Tiles With PorcelQuick Adpeds

The London Tile Co.

Traditionally the most popular materials for patios have been natural stone and concrete slabs for many years, but recently porcelain has seen a huge increase. The new PorcelQuick system will solve this problem by reducing the amount of materials needed by up to 80%. Benefits of the PorcelQuick System. Cuts overall cost.

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Coverings releases 2023 product previews

Floor Covering News

After more than 30 years, Coverings continues to be the pre-eminent event for the global ceramic tile and natural stone industry as well as the pinnacle for product innovations and trends,” said Jennifer Hoff, president of Taffy Event Strategies, the show management company for Coverings.

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Product Innovations

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

Additionally, it offers exquisite natural visuals when installed on patios and other outdoor areas. For safety purposes in outdoor applications, it is recommended that Urban Wood tiles with the non-slip, high coefficient of friction “Grip Finish,” are specified. LATICRETE Expands the HYDRO BAN Shower System Line.

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