Floor Covering News

JULY 8, 2021

First, to obtain GreenScreen Benchmark Scores (listed within the guide) for the vast majority of material ingredients used by ceramic tile, mortar and grout manufacturers. Product ingredient disclosure is in high demand,” said Dan Marvin, senior vice president of operations for Ironrock and chairman of TCNA’s Green Initiative Committee.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 18, 2022

According to Unilin, the flooring industry has been looking for a solution to make checkerboard pattern installations with a click system for a long time. Due to standard production tolerances, square floorboards almost always show deviations in their format,” said Floris Koopmans, sales director IP.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 3, 2013

Removing Grout Haze in a Cement Tile Installation. Today, I discuss grout haze – a problem that often occurs with both ceramic and cement tile installations. I’ll explain what grout haze is, how to correctly identify the problem, and why it occurs. Cement tiles that needs to be grouted. What is Grout Haze?

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Floor Covering News

JULY 6, 2021

Laticrete will exhibit its latest product solutions and innovations at Coverings 2021, including the soon-to-be-released Hydro Barrier Plus and Hydro Ban XP waterproofing and crack isolation membranes. Following are the products Laticrete will showcase at Coverings 2021. Products to be showcased. Bethany, Conn.—Laticrete

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The London Tile Co.

MARCH 10, 2017

We only recommend tiles that are at least 18mm thick, double the thickness of a standard internal porcelain tile, as this is more suitable for external use. PorcelPave is an outdoor only product that ranges from 18mm to 20mm in thickness and is available in many different styles. Installing Using a Raised Pedestal System.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

New Tile Designs, Installation Products from Surfaces 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. Will it be information and product overload? Tuesday, February 5, 2013.

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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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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. Where Did the Time Go?

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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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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 23, 2012

In response to ceramic contractors’ needs for time-saving products, MAPEI has introduced Ultraflex™ LFT Rapid mortar to its line of fast-setting tile and stone installation systems. This mortar sets quickly, allowing grouting in three to four hours. New Rapid-Setting Mortar from MAPEI. www.mapei.com.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

AUGUST 26, 2016

Custom Building Products has committed to aiding architects, specifiers, engineers, tile contractors and owners fulfill this growing responsibility with our environmentally-responsible tile and stone installation products. CUSTOM has over 100 Build Green products and the Emerald System, which contribute to U.S.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

MAY 14, 2015

Looking for online tools to help you write the 09 30 00 tile spec for a warranted installation of tile products? The CUSTOM website offers resources that make specifying the right tile installation system fast and easy. We list products by their ANSI designation so they can be specified to fit the exact needs of each project.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 26, 2023

This year, i4F’s 2500-square-foot booth (#3047), depicting the “World of i4F” will focus on the importance of water-resistant and sustainable process innovations, highlighting i4F AquaProtect, its latest water-swell resistant technology for laminate and i4F Be-Lite offering sustainable savings in SPC production.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 21, 2020

—Tile Council of North America (TCNA), the trade association representing producers of ceramic tile, tile installation materials and related products in North America, has entered into what it calls a transformative collaboration to provide industry-wide material ingredient transparency. rating system.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 13, 2023

In anticipation of the big show, flooring suppliers are readying new launches that span all product categories—and even new iterations of old product categories, like waterproof laminate, hybrid hardwood and various permeations of SPC. More extensive product details are featured in our print edition. Benchwick – Blue 11.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 21, 2023

FCNews reveals the winners of its third annual FCNnovation Awards—an initiative designed to recognize and showcase some of the most innovative new products and technologies launched in the current year. 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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CUSTOM Insights Blog

MAY 9, 2017

When it comes to waterproofing and crack isolation in tile assemblies, trust the RedGard brand from Custom Building Products. Count on CUSTOM’s complete RedGard family of products for fast, reliable tile installations. Best of all, when you install ANY RedGard surface preparation product along with an eligible CUSTOM mortar and grout.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 28, 2021

By Reginald Tucker Floor Covering News , with the launch of The Great Reveal, is providing manufacturers with creative ways to get their new flooring products in front of specialty retailers around the country so they may be better prepared to present consumers with new products, colors and designs to help them complete their renovation projects.

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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. Kerdi Shower System.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 21, 2022

FCNews’ fourth annual Industry Disrupters issue features innovative players and thinkers who are changing the game in terms of product enhancements, technological breakthroughs or simply radical new ways of doing business. AHF Products. Cali Floors. Disrupting through distribution. From takeover target to blazing the acquisition trail.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 28, 2012

Now this slate comes in an assortment of sizes so laying out the floor isnt as easy as you would get in a standard tile floor. The next step of course is the grout or is it? Slate is a natural stone and you have to seal it before you grout. Labels: Ditra , Grout , Schluter , Slate tile , thin-set. design standards.

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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. Every day, I assist architects and designers to understand these shifts and ensure that their client’s expectations, as well as the needs of the jobsite, are met with the correct products and installation methods.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

An ongoing debate is how products with a pre-attached padding stack up in the long term against conventional underlayment installed separately. Therefore, we perform our own R&D to make products that enhance the installations of vinyl flooring.”. Like any product, there are pluses and minuses associated with pre-attached padding.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 14, 2014

Here are the first three: Use a very narrow grout line when installing cement tiles. Place cement tiles as close together as possible to create a very thin grout line. Minimizing the grout line will make the design look seamless and your space look larger. We recommend a 1/16” grout joint. design standards.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

MAY 14, 2015

Looking for online tools to help you choose the right tile installation products? The CUSTOM website offers resources that make selecting a quality tile installation system fast and easy. We list products by their ANSI designation so they can be matched to the exact needs of each project.

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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. Luckily for designers and installers alike, a solution has evolved!

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

Then the additional layers of tile are added, let to sit overnight and the grout is applied. The grout is applied and then smoothed over as an initial cleanup with a damp sponge and allowed to sit again overnight. The finished product! Labels: ceramic tile , glass tile , Grout , installation , thin set. design standards.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 17, 2022

For the full product details, please see The Great Reveal 2022 issue (Jan. As the flooring industry kicks off what is typically a busy winter selling season, specialty retailers are in search for that next difference-making product, be it a hidden gem no one saw coming or perhaps a new iteration from a winning collection. 10/17, 2022).

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Dealers across the country can expect the new year’s product introductions to run the gamut from innovative waterproof flooring to next steps in stain-resistant carpet to anti-microbial resilient planks and everything in between. Across product categories, one thing is for sure: The pandemic will have a huge influence.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JUNE 1, 2018

This gives a visual reminder of any finish work issues, such as scuff marks, paint touchups, exposed nails or uneven grout lines. From the thermostat to your security system, the walkthough gives you the chance to learn about your home. Most builders offer a one- to two-year warranty on things like electrical and plumbing systems.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 16, 2017

To see collections available with Architectural Ceramics that include a base molding, visit our base molding product search here. To search Architectural Ceramic’s collections that include a bullnose, visit our bullnose product search here. Bar liner: Clean and simple, bar liners are used to break up field tile.

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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. i4F Be-Lite.

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Realstone

MAY 8, 2023

This article will guide you in choosing the best stacked stone veneer for your fireplace, covering various aspects from understanding the product to installation and maintenance. Realstone Systems provides high-quality stacked stone veneer products that meet the highest standards of craftsmanship and durability.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 21, 2014

Last week I discussed some important points about grout and cement tile for backsplash design. Finally, polished tile are usually easier to install because grout doesnt stick to the slightly smoother surface. In general, a grout release is not required for polished tiles. design standards. green building products.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

However, often overlooked are the grouts and mortars that provide the functionality. Without these seemingly sundry products the installation would be incomplete and the flooring would likely fail. Perhaps the most design-savvy of flooring categories, tile is most particularly supported by grout and mortar products.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 14, 2012

This classic Spanish colonial tile body in a Moorish design is seamlessly translated into a square body cement tile with the option of different colors including a faux grout line. Here two colors were used for the "terracotta body" and the black grout line is in relief. design standards. green building products.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 30, 2013

This is likely to include adhesive, grout, a grout scraper, gloves, and safety glasses. A dedication to using handmade tile products doesnt mean you compromise on results; rather, youre installing a sense of uniqueness into the existing style of your home. design standards. green building products. Product Plug.

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