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CTEF expands training, education

Floor Covering News

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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The University of Ceramic Tile and Stone’s (UofCTS) Online, “Understanding the Basics of Ceramic Tile” Course is Updated

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

UofCTS also releases CTDA Certified Ceramic Tile Specialist (CCTS) Study Guide online course. The updated course offers a comprehensive look at ceramic tile uses, including industry standards, installation methods, avoiding problems, sales training, and how to work effectively with clients.

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Tile Installation System Tools for Design & Specification Professionals

CUSTOM Insights Blog

For selecting grout color, the CUSTOM website includes an easy to use tool to speed matching your tile. CUSTOM’s Architectural Support Team is Here for You To help with writing a specification that meets today’s criteria, CUSTOM has a national team of highly experienced Architectural Consultants.

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Tools for Tile Contractors when working with Architects

CUSTOM Insights Blog

Call CUSTOM Technical Services at 800.282.8786.

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“I Owe a Lot to This Industry”

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

Drawing on my MBA knowledge and industry experience, I created a feasibility study and business plan to determine the needs and opportunities, and to establish that there was a need for a consultancy company in the ceramic tile and stone industries. The Ceramic Tile course includes industry standards and sales techniques.

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Avente Tile Talk: Interview with Lilywork Artisan Tile, LLC

Tile Talk

Paul studied at the Tyler School of Art in Philadelphia. design standards. Removing Grout Haze in a Cement Tile Installation. Bosphorous/Rosette Focal by Lilywork Artisan Tile, LLC. How and when did you start creating your tiles? Both Paul and Esther, owners of Lilywork, come from art backgrounds. backsplash designs. field tile.

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The Industry Disrupters of 2020

Floor Covering News

Disruptive brands are the ones that set the standard for everyone else to strive to emulate. 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. Challenging the industry to go bigger.