Floor Covering News

MAY 21, 2024

The University of Ceramic Tile and Stone (UofCTS) has provided training to thousands of people in the tile and stone industry over the last decade. The course also teaches how to inspect and prepare substrates and tiles, how to achieve full thin-set contact and points out quality workmanship requirements and practices.

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Tile of Spain USA

AUGUST 13, 2020

Are you an architecture firm or design studio interested in expanding your tile expertise? Do you or your colleagues want to learn more about the advancements and innovations in ceramic tile production? Do you want to bring the latest tile trends and application techniques to your clients?

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Granada Tile

DECEMBER 30, 2022

Handmade encaustic tiles are becoming more and more popular in interior design projects, but many people are still wondering if they’re worth the extra money. In this article, we’ll go over why these handmade tiles stand out from their machine-made counterparts and how you can use them to make your home truly unique.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 23, 2024

Luckily, adhesive manufacturers know just how to position their products to the benefit of the retail sales associate. Here are their top five tips on how to successfully sell adhesives: Focus on performance “The most important thing about an adhesive is the thought of it as part of a system for a successful product installation.

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Tile of Spain USA

DECEMBER 2, 2021

During this time, most experienced for the first time, the tricky task of learning how to balance work, family life, education, leisure, sport and other activates typically performed outside of the home. The environmental benefits of using ceramic tile are another important aspect homeowners should take into consideration.

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Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

If you're considering how to install natural stone floor tile, be aware that there's a significant difference between natural stone and ceramic tile especially when it's over wood framing. This is completely untrue and will many times lead to a very costly replacement. Let's explore in more detail.

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Tile of Spain USA

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Spanish companies traveled to Italy this September to showcase their latest collections at Cersaie, the International Exhibition of Ceramic Tile and Bathroom Furnishings. The annual event brings together architects, interior designers and tile producers to explore the latest innovations and trends in the ceramic sector.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 1, 2024

The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) has improved two core tile installation training programs : Understanding and Installing Ceramic Tile and Comprehensive Shower Class. It’s critical for anyone installing ceramic tile to understand why certain actions or techniques are performed and how to execute them.

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Granada Tile

OCTOBER 24, 2017

Choosing the right size tile goes much farther beyond what will fit in a space. There may be standard sizes for certain applications and tile sizes that are commonly used in different places. In this post we explore the different aspects of tile size, how they influence the appearance of a space, and how to choose the right size.

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Granada Tile

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Granada Tile has become a leading name in encaustic cement tiles worldwide. Our tiles are the design item of choice for famous interior designers, home builders, and architects. Check out these mind-blowing facts about Granada Tile that are as fun and exciting as they are educational. Granada Tile is Eco-Friendly.

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Granada Tile

MARCH 29, 2017

Installing cement tile flooring is a common request for many homeowners, interior designers and restaurant owners. Our Granada cement tiles are a perfect way to heighten the visual appeal of any room in which they are installed. Installing cement tile flooring can take some time to go from start to finishing.

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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. Here are a few of my favorites: ARTO Bricks Mondrian tile design.

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Tile of Spain USA

APRIL 15, 2020

Miami, FL – April 2020 – Tile of Spain, the international brand representing over 120 ceramic tile manufacturers belonging to the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturers’ Association (ASCER), announces a number of upcoming digital opportunities showcasing the trends and innovations from Spanish ceramic manufacturers.

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Tile Doctor

JANUARY 15, 2014

Learning how to grout glass tile is not very difficult, and the result can be stunning if you use the right techniques and products. Glass tile can make an elegant and beautiful statement in any home, especially when grouted correctly. It is important to take the same kind of care.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 16, 2022

Simply put, consumers have a strong desire for tile,” Mara Villanueva-Heras, vice president of marketing, Emser Tile, told FCNews. The durable and water-resistant nature of tile combined with its beauty and longevity makes it ideal for many applications and surfaces. How much tile is enough.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 30, 2013

How to Create a Stunning Mosaic Tile Wall Feature. Avente Tile welcomes a new tile perspective to our blog. Our guest post is provided by Ruth Hinds on behalf of Tons of Tiles , U.K.-based Then, its just a case of picking the best tiles for your job! Use Handmade Tiles. Lets Talk Tile.

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Granada Tile

MARCH 31, 2017

Installing a new cement tile shower (or updating your existing shower into a cement tile shower) is a multi-step process. In a simplified manner, creating a cement tile shower requires you to separate the shower from the rest of the bathroom, lay the foundation, and add the desired tiles.

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Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

JULY 2, 2019

Do you know how to correctly install glass tile? As you might imagine, this stunning product, when installed correctly, provides years of enjoyment. After all, it's beautiful and on trend which usually means that customers will ask you about it for kitchen backsplashes, bathrooms, and showers.

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The London Tile Co.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2019

First things first, how many bath and shower products is your niche looking to shelve? The foundations are often overlooked for the more exciting parts of a renovation or new build, like choosing the tiles, but they are probably the most important part. We at The London Tile Co. Picking the Tiles. Where to Start.

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Granada Tile

MARCH 24, 2017

Tiles are a beloved material for kitchen designs; they are durable, easy to clean and maintain, and they can add a nice dose of style. The backsplash is the most common way tiles are used in the kitchen, but there are many other ways they can add color, style, and texture to a kitchen. Cement Tiles for Kitchen Walls.

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Tile Excellence

OCTOBER 13, 2013

How to build a simple access panel door for motor access during tile installation. How to create a simple hot tub, jacuzzi motor access panel door during tile installation. Ive been asked many times what is the best way to do this while still using being able to use tile on the front of the garden tub. Raw Opening.

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How to Floor Tile

MAY 17, 2022

The best tile shop also depends on your location, budget, and quality of material and above all, service. However, your smaller tile shops tend to use mid and upper grade products for their quality and attractive design. Smaller tile shops are usually just display stores and you have to order it and wait for it to arrive.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Los Angeles—Emser Tile, leading designer, marketer and producer of tile and natural stone, launched its new and updated website. Evolving times call for an investment in evolving our customers’ digital experiences and that begins with our website,” said Mara Villanueva Heras, vice president of marketing, Emser Tile.

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Realstone

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

In Southeast Michigan, Transform Your Space with Versatile Stone, and Tile from Realstone Systems Introduction Looking for the perfect stone or tile for your fireplace , indoor accent wall, exterior walls , kitchens , showers, or backsplashes in Michigan or northern Ohio? Realstone Systems has got you covered!

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The Tile Doctor

JUNE 30, 2020

Learning how to grout glass tile is not very difficult, and the result can be stunning if you use the right techniques and products. Glass tile can make an elegant and beautiful statement in any home.

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Granada Tile

AUGUST 30, 2022

Restaurants All Over the World Use Cement Tiles from Granada Tile to Enhance Their Restaurant Decor. Interior designers know that when you want to create that WOW factor for these important occasions, so you seek out the best restaurant tiles for the job — tiles that offer an amazing touch of luxury, style, and durability.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

MAY 3, 2021

Laminate flooring which can be otherwise called “floating wood tile” is synthetic flooring that is multi-layered. Only Use Cleaning Products Labeled For Laminate Floors When cleaning the floors, only use products that are labeled for laminate floors. Other cleaning products can cause mild damage.

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How to Floor Tile

AUGUST 7, 2018

I built this shower recently and all the tile looks like marble but it really is Porcelain and manufacturers copy natural stone for a reason. Cleaning Products: Many suppliers offer products used for stone cleaning. Products containing lemon, vinegar or other acids may dull or etch calcareous stones.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 25, 2018

Architectural Ceramic’s put together a small list of some of our large format porcelain tile collections. About Porcelain Tile. Why are large format tiles typically porcelain? To avoid getting into the nitty-gritty, it’s because of how the tile is made. Porcelain tile is fired at a higher temperature.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 27, 2020

—For the 11 th annual Total Solutions Plus Conference by the National Tile Contractors Association, Laticrete, a leading manufacturer of globally proven construction solutions for the building industry, will give attendees a virtual first-hand look at the company’s latest flooring solutions. Products to be showcased. SpectraLock 1.

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The Tile Doctor

JUNE 30, 2020

Learn how to prepare and install Starlike Grout. Starlike is the only product that can be used in three diferent ways: as an Epoxy filler for grouting, an adhesive for tiles, or a decorative wall smoother.

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Tile of Spain USA

MAY 27, 2014

In connection with National Tile Contractor Association (NTCA), Tile of Spain recently presented a special webinar Wednesday June 18th at 1:00 pm CST. Building a Bulletproof Spec – How to prepare your clients and deliver lifelong ceramic solutions. Client interview processes to build a blueprint for a bulletproof spec.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

Joey and David hard at work grouting the tile panels for the BDNY booth. We were able to showcase our favorite tiles of the moment. How about the tile at the bar? All products can be found on our website. Like the tile you saw at our booth? Booth prep! Our meeting area was a hit this year. Want to see more?

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United Tile's Blog

MARCH 11, 2019

Does this mean we’ll be stocking 10,000 square feet of this color in a 3×12 wall tile with coordinating trim anytime soon? Below we’ve paired a few products with Living Coral ; we’ve done the same with the colors Cavern Clay and Metropolitan (the Colors of the Year for Sherwin-Williams and Benjamin Moore, respectively).

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 2, 2019

Come globe trotting with us to beautiful vacation spots, home and abroad, that offer endless design and tile inspiration. The dimensional ceramic tile is available in two main shapes, Elle and Tear. In Lisbon, the buildings and streets are covered in tile, image via Find Us Lost. The European Traveler. Barcelona, Spain.

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Granada Tile

JANUARY 25, 2022

Choosing the right tile design for your outdoor renovation is crucial in the planning process. No matter what kind of weather you experience, top-quality tiles should be able to endure heavy abrasion. Naturally, you also want tiles that will suit your aesthetic, all while providing a return on investment. Castilla Tiles.

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The London Tile Co.

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

Traditionally made from stone such as travertine or limestone, the term flagstone is now commonly used to describe the patterns created using different sized tiles or paving stones. Each pack has different sized tiles and these layouts will require several packs depending on the size of your room.

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