Conestoga Tile

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Always the pioneers in ceramic technology, they have once again developed a porcelain tile that is sure to change the interior and exterior ambiance of the world’s architectural structures. If you haven’t learned about gauged porcelain slabs yet, please read on. Pictured: Fiandre Precious Stones Yellow Onyx. Let’s take a look!

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How to Floor Tile

APRIL 1, 2018

Both of these cleaners will reduce over time the integrity of the grout in your tile and if you have natural stone like Marble or Travertine it will etch the nice shiny surface you once had. The directions even state "do not use on natural stone tile". To help restore that use a "Wet Look" tile sealer.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

(ARLINGTON, VA—February 12, 2019) Coverings ( coverings.com ), the largest international tile & stone exhibition and conference in North America, will honor the beauty and durability of tile this National Tile Day as the February 23 observance enters its third year.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

JULY 17, 2017

The tile and stone industry is constantly evolving to keep pace with new innovations and trends in the marketplace. With minimal grout lines, super format tiles have a unique appeal, especially when used in large spaces. MLT is designed to be used with regular porcelain, natural stone and gauged (thin) porcelain.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

Donated by tile and stone industry supporters, suppliers and manufacturers, these items include, among others: Tools such as mixers, saws, trowels, floats, sponges and knee pads. Materials such as tile, GPTP, backer board, underlayment, mortar and grout. Flooring products.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

The CTEF online auction featured items donated by tile and stone industry supporters, suppliers and manufacturers. Of relevance to tile installation professionals were tools such as mixers, saws, trowels, floats, sponges and knee pads, materials such as tile , GPTP, backer board, underlayment , mortar and grout , as well as flooring products.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MAY 20, 2016

San Diego, CA, May 19, 2016 – The University of Ceramic Tile and Stone (UofCTS) just released an updated version of the popular Understanding the Basics of Ceramic Tile online technical and sales training course. This course is designed both for the architect and arch rep to teach them how to write a proper tile and stone specification.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 16, 2022

“Dealers should make sure they are able to offer indoor- and outdoor-rated floor, wall, decorative and mosaic tiles in a variety of materials (stone, ceramic and porcelain) and sizes, including large-format and even large, thin porcelain slabs,” Emser’s Villanueva-Heras explained.

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Fabric and Tile Masters

FEBRUARY 28, 2017

Our shower repair services includes: Removal and replacement of cracked and missing grout. We use special tools to remove the grout. Cleaning and detailing ceramic and porcelain floors and walls. Refinishing natural stone surfaces including marble and granite. How Your Shower Tile and Grout Becomes Compromised.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 5, 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. Here’s a glimpse of what new tile and stone products enjoyed the most visibility by the show’s visitors. Surfaces, the largest U.S.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

APRIL 23, 2019

The Hard Surfaces & Natural Stone Show is fast approaching. Barriers between natural stone and ceramics in the tile sector have long since broken down. To further play with colour, Love Tiles has also added coloured grout to their list of offerings. Details for Hard Surfaces and Natural Stone Show 2019: ExCel, London.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 26, 2018

From the shower pan to the grout, and everything in between, we’ve got you covered. With tools for homeowners, architects, contractors and distributors (that’s us) alike, Laticrete is a great resource for tile installation products and learning. The dark tile that clads the wall, comes from our Island Stone vendor.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 25, 2017

This collection’s features make it an easy option to mix and match with other natural stone or porcelain tile: 3″ x 6″ field tile with coordinating bullnose and trim profiles. Think back to the Moors who formed clay tiles with hand-held tools, laid the thick shapes out to dry in the sun, and later hand-glazed them.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

JULY 13, 2016

CUSTOM recently spoke with Roger Leasure, president of Northern California Tile & Stone (NCTS) in Sacramento, Calif. NCTS is a Certified 5-Star Tile Contractor specializing in large commercial and industrial tile and stone installations. Some installers just trust in the 3 Gs – God, grout and gravity – to protect the tile.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

JULY 13, 2016

CUSTOM recently spoke with Roger Leasure, president of Northern California Tile & Stone (NCTS) in Sacramento, Calif. NCTS is a Certified 5-Star Tile Contractor specializing in large commercial and industrial tile and stone installations. Some installers just trust in the 3 Gs – God, grout and gravity – to protect the tile.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 17, 2013

I met Esther of Lilywork Tile about eight years ago at Coverings, an annual tile and stone trade show. We self-promote via our website, and Facebook, which have been useful tools for people familiar with our business to further explore our products and concepts. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. — Bill Buyok.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 24, 2012

One-on-One with Donato Pompo, Ceramic Tile and Stone Consultants. Most importantly, he is the founder of San Diego-based Ceramic Tile and Stone Consultants, and the University of Tile and Stone, a pre-eminent provider of education to industry employees and customers. Jeffrey Steele.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 17, 2023

The goal, according to the company, is to provide its retail partners with timely, on-trend products as well as the necessary tools that RSAs can leverage to sell more effectively and profitably. Standouts include Ivory, Stone and Marble from the Rapolano collection.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 9, 2021

RevoTile is said to install two-times faster than traditional tile in three steps: 1) place underlayment, no mortar required; 2) click tiles together; and 3) grout immediately. RevoTile is genuine porcelain tile offered in 26 marble, wood, stone and concrete looks. No wait time and no acclimation is required.

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Making Tile Modern

APRIL 16, 2012

Tools of the Trade –> As an interior designer, I don’t often dissect my design thought process to others because it’s not the most profound method. Do some online searches on material options: ceramic, porcelain, glass, natural stone, and cork to name a few. where to start.

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