CUSTOM Insights Blog

AUGUST 26, 2016

Green Building Council LEED certification and are compliant with other green building industry standards. Our full line includes underlayments, thin-set mortars, grouts, sealers and cleaners designed with the environment in mind. CUSTOM has over 100 Build Green products and the Emerald System, which contribute to U.S.

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Conestoga Tile Blog

MAY 24, 2015

The requirements for achieving this classification are strict and in line with the newly revised LEED v4 building standards. Coupled with the durability of Bellavita Tile, this makes their glass, ceramic, and porcelain offerings even more appealing from both an environmental and budget standpoint.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JANUARY 31, 2020

The assessment was conducted by the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia and compared the total life cycle impacts of different types of floor covering materials: porcelain tile, carpet, parquet, marble, resin and linoleum. It revealed the superior environmental performance of Italian porcelain floor tiles.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 18, 2013

Urban Wood is a beautiful new porcelain tile ideal for any application, especially for creative projects where the “look of wood” is typically not specified, in particular, for hospitality suites’ kitchens and bathrooms. Projects designed with Urban Wood being specified are eligible for LEED points. and a >0.50

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Floor Covering News

JULY 5, 2022

Resilient, hardwood, porcelain tile and polished concrete are preferred for spaces requiring fashion and functionality. Even if a project is not going for LEED or WELL certification, they want the products to have sustainability or green attributes.”. Sustainability has had a major impact,” Dal-Tile’s Randall noted.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

MARCH 27, 2015

We are in a paradigm shift with new finishes in tile, porcelain panels, glass, metals and natural stone, so specifications need to be very specific regarding installation methods and materials. Howard JancyThe Architectural Consultants bring technical information on ANSI standards and TCNA methods to the specifications.

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Tile Talk

MAY 7, 2013

Porcelain tile that mimics polished stone from Fiandre Architectural Surfaces. Design Firm/Designers: Margaret Nysewander, LEED AP, ASD Inc., design standards. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Chinese Fans made from Porcelain and Bamboo. Here’s just a sampling of what was available on the show floor.

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H.Winter Showroom Blog

JUNE 1, 2010

of the current LEED standard. We are implementing an environmental policy based on the four basic premises of ISO 14000, the international standard of environmental management. Our tiles and products comply with all applicable standards and we are actively involved in the development of new and updated standards.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 25, 2021

Resilient, hardwood, porcelain tile and polished concrete are being specified for entryways or high-traffic areas. This trend is reportedly influencing the selection of furnishings and finishes that contribute to LEED and WELL building standards. There are several trends influencing flooring selections in the office.

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Making Tile Modern

MAY 30, 2012

On the left- Diamond Starglass Grout and on the right is a standard white sanded grout. Contributes to USGBC LEED Credits: MR 4.1 & 4.2(Recycled I think sanded grout looks great with natural stone, ceramic tile, porcelain tile, etc. Free of BPA (bisphenol?A) A) found in epoxy grouts. free mixing. Fast, easy installation ?

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Making Tile Modern

JANUARY 28, 2016

On the left- Diamond Starglass Grout and on the right is a standard white sanded grout. Contributes to USGBC LEED Credits: MR 4.1 & 4.2(Recycled I think sanded grout looks great with natural stone, ceramic tile, porcelain tile, etc. Free of BPA (bisphenol‐A) found in epoxy grouts. Dust‐free mixing. Superior to cement grout.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

NOVEMBER 11, 2015

Lower East Side/NoHo Apartments Average 1-Bedroom Rental Price: $3,410 Living room at The Adele The Adele Year Built: 2014 Number of Units: 135 Number of Layouts: 49 Rent: starting at $2,315 Highlights: Italian kitchens and porcelain bathrooms define the living spaces in these Lower East Side apartments.

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