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BDNY 2019 – Trends & Tile at Boutique Design New York

Architectural Ceramics

From left to right: Joey Caponiti / Maryland Commercial Rep, Kersi Press / Baltimore Commercial Rep, Betty Sullivan / Owner and CEO, James Lewis/ National Hospitality Rep, David Arabe / Commercial Sales Manager and David Benson/President and Principal (not shown). Joey and David hard at work grouting the tile panels for the BDNY booth.

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Dawning Diversification

Diary of a Tile Addict

Note the coloured grout lines. So, if these manufacturers can find the right commercial partners, XXL formats should open up a raft of new opportunities in kitchen worktops, retail countertops, vanity units, seamless splashbacks, feature walls, etc. Surface-mounted washbasin and bathroom featuring Flaviker surfaces.

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Experts Speak about Large Format Tile Installation Success

CUSTOM Insights Blog

Of course, the larger the tile, the smaller the desired grout joints from a design perspective. However, the grout joints need to be large enough to accommodate the variations in tile – three times the variation – which is why a minimum 3/16" grout joint is recommended for large tiles. Josh Castelli: It''s here to stay!

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Natural Stone: Opportunity knocks as consumers hunker down

Floor Covering News

Although COVID-19 initially slowed sales of natural stone, we have seen a sudden uptick as a result of the renewed focus on home improvement,” explained Raj Shah, president, MSI Surfaces. “Of For most, marble and limestone continue to drive sales. Emser Tile’s Link is a grout-less natural stone mosaic.