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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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. Refinishing natural stone surfaces including marble and granite. Shower repairs often focus only on the grout and caulk. How Your Shower Tile and Grout Becomes Compromised.

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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. The use of a Gray colored Thinset can result in discoloration of the stone or the appearance of oily stains on the face of the stone. The availability of so many wonderful marbles.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 25, 2018

Ancient Stone. If this blog is about porcelain, then why does the collection’s name say stone? Because porcelains like our Ancient Stone Collection , are made to look like natural stone. AC’s Ancient Stone Collection in the color Black, used in a commercial setting. Featured Porcelain Collections.

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Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

MAY 27, 2014

LATICRETE Mobile is an industry-first, full-service jobsite reference tool. Coverage Calculator: Get quick coverage estimates for all LATICRETE grout and adhesive products by entering your desired product, tile size, grout joint width and trowel size in English or Metric units!

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 1, 2020

In addition, there is Republic’s new proprietary Pure Grout range of SPC vinyl flooring designed to recreate realistic ceramic tile floor designs. To that end, Quickstyle Industries shows off products that come with the company’s True Grout patented technology, which is designed to boost the longevity and aesthetic appeal of vinyl floors.

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Tile Excellence

JUNE 3, 2017

ALWAYS get and check as many references as possible the best reference is a completed tile job somewhere in public that you can go out on your own and see for yourself. Always get at least 3 quotes and if they seem like high prices they probably are and continue looking until you find something comfortable for you.

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Fabric and Tile Masters

FEBRUARY 11, 2018

There are a variety of reasons these natural stone floors look bad: Quick and unskilled application of topical sealers to homes in a frustrated attempt to make a floor look good to sell. Neglect by the former owners that led to unfilled holes, stained and dirty grout, and loss of whatever sheen was there at one time.

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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

If you are working with a professional architect, designer or specifier, turn to our Architects & Designers web page to: Locate tile installation products by ANSI Standard View Tile Council of North America (TCNA) Handbook details Download 3-Part CSI Specifications Use the Grout Color Selector to see our newly refreshed color palette The main (..)

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The Tile Council of North America Blog

JANUARY 29, 2014

For more information, refer to Section 2.5 Installation of Ceramic Tile with Chemical Resistant, Water Cleanable Tile-Setting and -Grout Epoxy – 1999 [Reaffirmed 2005 and 2010] Status:The publication available for purchase through TCNA and ANSI is current. of the ANSI Essential Requirements.). Balloted changes may pass or fail.

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Kitchens for Living

APRIL 21, 2015

Ryan: Well there is “through-body” porcelain and colored body porcelain which is probably what you’re referring to. AK: Do I have to use grout? By removing the sides, we get rid of the characteristic “pillow” in a ceramic which makes for much more realistic stone or wood reproductions.

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Fabric and Tile Masters

JANUARY 24, 2015

Tile and grout are best cleaned with systems that provide high heat. Tile Cleaning Jacksonville is a practice we have an extensive list of reference for. Tiles are travertine, a natural stone. We use the 4 horse power Klindex Levigaor on this job to remove top layer dirt from tile and grout. Tile cleaning Jacksonville.

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Fabric and Tile Masters

JANUARY 24, 2015

Tile and grout are best cleaned with systems that provide high heat. Tile Cleaning Jacksonville is a practice we have an extensive list of reference for. Tiles are travertine, a natural stone. We use the 4 horse power Klindex Levigaor on this job to remove top layer dirt from tile and grout. Tile cleaning Jacksonville.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

MAY 14, 2015

CUSTOM has a complete listing of all TCNA-endorsed methods for installing ceramic and natural stone along with CAD drawings showing the recommended products for each detail. We list products by their ANSI designation so they can be specified to fit the exact needs of each project.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2016

Custom Building Products, the leading provider of flooring preparation products and tile and stone installation systems, recommends the following for surface preparation before installing tile on any project. For further information, refer to CUSTOM’s Technical White Paper on utilizing uncoupling membranes for tile installations.

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The London Tile Co.

MAY 11, 2015

Sometimes referred to as a ‘shower room’, a wet room is a fully waterproofed, and usually tiled, bathroom with a walk in or level access shower. Ceramic, porcelain and natural stone tiles can all be used, but be aware that some of these tiles will require sealing and more regular maintenance than others. What is a wet room?

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 31, 2021

TruCor Tile IGT (Integrated Grout Technology) is a tile visual with the grout line engineered into the locking system. The company will launch 3DP in wood plank and stone visuals in the second quarter of 2021. To that end, the company has launched two unique programs: 3DP and IGT. Inhaus — Taking visuals to the next level. “The

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Architectural Ceramics

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

It is commonly done in travertine, because the pattern and natural stone both come from France. The crisp white tile and grout are a quiet backdrop to the skylight above. Arabesque, fan, fish scale, lantern, wave — The name ogee refers to a group of specialty tiles that all use curves to create their shapes.

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