Floor Covering News

APRIL 13, 2023

Sika, a global pioneer of specialty industrial chemicals, will showcase SikaTile gauged porcelain tile panel and slab (GPTP/S) systems and grout solutions at Coverings 2023 , to be held here at the Orange County Convention Center. Here, visitors will learn how various SikaTile grout products perform in different tiling scenarios.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 11, 2017

Let’s take a look at one of Architectural Ceramic’s own in-stock products: Gears. We hope this industrial-looking water-jet mosaic gets you thinking of installing it in your own home. The husband and wife team have talked tile in the conference room of the Rockville Headquarters, and at the dinner table of their own home.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MAY 12, 2014

Akron,OH–April24,2014–National Applied Construction(NAC)Products, Inc., the company that introduced the industry to ECB® and crack isolation membrane technology, has unveiled a brand new website at the same domain www.NACproducts.com. NAC also offers companion products such as primer, sealant, tape and ready-to-install kits.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 11, 2023

Rather these products provide RSAs with the ability to close the sale and boost profits at the same time. The good news is the flooring industry is awash with suppliers boasting the latest “add-ons.” TLT 700 is ideal for replacing tiles or for use as a general shower, kitchen and bathroom repair adhesive and sealant.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 7, 2021

The Coverings Rock Star award is an Emerging Leaders Program that honors the best young talent in the tile and stone industry. According to the company, if a product involves color at Mapei, it also involves Diliberto Riquelme.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

OCTOBER 10, 2017

Proving that expert craftsmanship is in the details, Jeremy Bickett explains that they took the time to vein match the tile, a polished porcelain, even though they only had five different tiles to choose from. “We We take pride in meeting or exceeding all industry standards,” Jeremy, a CTI, explains.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

Markus Dworowy of Rudi’s Tile & Design Construction , is a second generation German Master Tile Setter and Craftsman. He started in the industry when he was just ten, learning the trade from his father back in Germany. We have been using all ARDEX products since the 1980s, in Germany.” Markus explains. “We

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

SEPTEMBER 30, 2013

Love Downtown YMCA in Wichita, KS, contains more than 50,000 square feet of mosaic and large format tile. Its installers turned to TEC® products to aid with fast-paced tile installation in a variety of challenging environments. The tile had to be installed and set quickly to allow other trade workers access to them.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 18, 2022

By Megan Salzano-Birch—Las Vegas— Coverings 2022 was a showcase in innovative product design and immersive technology, which is thriving within the ceramic and stone category today despite obvious obstacles. We’ve had great traffic at the show,” said Micah Hand, director of market- ing and product management, Florida Tile. “I

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Floor Covering News

MAY 17, 2022

ShagTools, a division of Crown Products, is a Midwest distributor of flooring tools and accessories with 19 locations. That’s why ShagTools partners with influencers such as the Tile Money podcast and our suppliers to provide customers with information and tips that allow them to better use their tools and run their businesses.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 28, 2020

It would be an understatement to say the industry—and most of the world—is glad to see 2020 go. 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.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2016

CUSTOM Insights recently spoke with Artie Atkinson, ceramic foreman at Schoch Tile in Cincinnati, OH. Artie has 30-plus years of experience as a tile contractor, so we discussed the scarcity of skilled tile installers and how to prevent costly mistakes in spite of it. We all want to prevent cracks in tile or water leaks, right?

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Fabric and Tile Masters

OCTOBER 22, 2019

Etching is a common issue that comes up with marble because of the many different household products that are acidic. Because these products are common to most every household, and will spend a good deal of time on, or around, a home’s countertops, the likelihood is high for etching to occur at some point.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

OCTOBER 13, 2014

Bostik, one of the world’s largest manufacturers of adhesives and sealants, inaugurated its new, state-of-the-art R&D facility – the Bostik Smart Technology Center – in Venette, located near Paris, on October 3 rd. Bostik is a leading global adhesive specialist in industrial manufacturing, construction and consumer markets.

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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. What color is it?

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StoneDimensions

MAY 23, 2014

The goal of this group would be to provide training for the Natural Stone Industry and create awareness to the Architectural and Design Communities. The realization of this goal came on March 27, 2014 at Moscone Marble and Tile. The discussion surrounded the use and characteristics of water based and solvent based products.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Laticrete, a leading manufacturer construction solutions for the building industry, has contributed multiple products to the digital television series “Idea House Build,” a show by “This Old House” that inspires homeowners with new ideas and innovative products. Bethany, Conn.—Laticrete,

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 4, 2024

“When we announced this product at the Coverings trade show last April , our goal was clear—give our customers a new, premium solution to help them take their design to the edge,” said Ben Lampi, product manager at Laticrete. No one can match our ability to provide custom solutions,” Lampi added.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

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. In fact, industry experts agree grout and mortar can make or break a tile installation.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

Ceramic Tile: Ceramic tile is a classic flooring material. Patio tile flooring should not be glazed, as the smooth finish on glazed tile could become slippery in rain or snow. Tile is especially popular in warmer climates, as it remains cool to the touch even in extreme heat. Choose the right size patio flooring.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 30, 2020

—MAPEI said the SCS Global Services has issued its Indoor Advantage Gold certification for indoor air quality for over 255 of MAPEI’s products (in the U.S.) for low VOC emissions in various categories including architectural coatings, sealants and adhesives. It also conforms with CDPH Standard Method v1.2-2017

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

FEBRUARY 3, 2017

Select CUSTOM products contain Microban technology, which consists of antimicrobial chemistry that inhibits the growth of stain causing mold and mildew on cured sealant and dried grout, adding an extra layer of protection. Microban is an established brand that has produced similar positive results in a variety of products.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

By November, product was rolling off the lines for testing. Our product is harder—a 1.9-per-cubic-meter It’s also a closed cell material, so water can’t enter the product and it mills better. George built and designed this product,” Quinlan said. “He He designed the machines that are being used throughout the industry.

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