Diary of a Tile Addict

NOVEMBER 28, 2018

Odhran beat off stiff competition from silver medallist James Ackland (Cardiff and Vale College), bronze medallist Mariusz Kanjecki (City of Glasgow College), highly commended Callum Pearson (Leeds College of Building), and four other competitors. Competitor in action at the SkillBuild 2018 National Finals in Wall and Floor Tiling.

Ireland 60

Ireland LEED Sealants Standards 60

Floor Covering News

MARCH 3, 2023

A mid higher consumer expectations and rising industry standards, flooring adhesives manufacturers have rolled out innovative enhancements and even brand-new iterations to boost performance and ease of use. Featuring an elastomeric bond, the product is extremely low in VOCs and odor and contributes to LEED v4 credits.

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Adhesive Flooring LEED Products 98

Floor Covering News

APRIL 21, 2020

. “The result of this collaboration within the tile industry will push the market forward and spark even greater innovation and consideration for healthier indoor environments,” said Wes Sullens, director of LEED for the U.S. rating system. Green Building Council.

North America 52

North America LEED Tennessee Report 52

Diary of a Tile Addict

JANUARY 27, 2020

In fact, formaldehyde emissions for several wood-based building and flooring products have been federally restricted since 2011 under the Formaldehyde Standards for Composite Wood Products Act. Ceramic tile is also free from PVC, a resin used in other types of floor coverings, and a subject of concern for many health experts. Retroactive2.0

Ceramics 90

Ceramics Tile North America Standards 90

Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 21, 2020

Standard bullnose or cove base made from the same material as the field tile to ensure coordination are also included. The line is covered by the company’s porcelain tile EPD, HPD, Declare Label and sustainability report—all of which can contribute to LEED, Well, LBC and other green building rating systems. Made in the U.S.A.

Portugal 98

Portugal Porcelain Tile Mosaics 98

Floor Covering News

MARCH 25, 2020

It will also cover the intent and requirements of LEED v4, WELL v1 and Building Codes. EST. This course provides insight into specifying luxury vinyl tile that achieves WELL Building Standard Features. Health, wellness & specifying LVT – Thursday, April 9, 2020, 1 p.m.

LEED 45

LEED Flooring United States Standards 45

CUSTOM Insights Blog

MARCH 27, 2015

After reviewing the options, they chose a lightweight system that averaged 30% less weight than traditional products and allowed the architect to install their chosen tile. Howard JancyThe Architectural Consultants bring technical information on ANSI standards and TCNA methods to the specifications. of tile assembly per square foot.

Architecture 40

Architecture System LEED Kansas City 40

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

OCTOBER 9, 2014

Is a LEED home right for you? LEED, or Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, is a certification program for green building. LEED is designed to be flexible and far-reaching, opening the doors to ALL development projects and allowing them to become more environmentally friendly and lessen their carbon footprint.

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LEED System Boston Research 111

CUSTOM Insights Blog

AUGUST 26, 2016

CUSTOM has over 100 Build Green products and the Emerald System, which contribute to U.S. 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.

Products 40

Products LEED Grout Natural Stone 40

Floor Covering News

MAY 10, 2021

Bostik’s Ultra-Set SingleStep2 contributes to LEED credits due to its recycled content. The newest adhesives were developed to comply with stringent and evolving green building standards. The additional R&D and product engineering required to meet evolving green standards brings an added layer of both effort and cost.

Adhesive 98

Adhesive Training Standards Products 98

Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

He joined USGBC to direct the launch of the LEED Rating System, which has become the most widely used and respected green building program in the world. Register for the event here. The post Keynote speakers announced for Flooring Sustainability Summit appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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Flooring Mexico Interior Design LEED 59

Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Next, designers can choose from six standard icons and three standard plank messages. Last, customers can choose one background and one foreground color from Mannington Commercial’s Pantone Matching System color bank. Mannington Commercial LVT products are available in 18 x 18 square, 18 x 18 inset circle, 4.5 x 48 plank.

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LEED Standards Interior Design Products 98

Floor Covering News

MAY 25, 2021

While hospitality was among the most adversely impacted by the pandemic, it also caused facility managers to raise the bar for hygiene and cleanliness standards while creating massive changes to ensure the safety and health of guests and staff. “In Hospitality. But by May, the market started to rebuild.”.

Sales 86

Sales Report Meeting Flooring 86

Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 10, 2022

—Laticrete, a leading manufacturer of globally proven construction solutions for the building industry, has launched its Brand Promises campaign, a company-wide initiative that builds upon the company’s legacy of research and development of innovative installation products, systems and solutions. Enabling iconic designs.

North America 52

North America Tools LEED Standards 52

Tile Talk

MAY 7, 2013

Design Firm/Designers: Margaret Nysewander, LEED AP, ASD Inc., design standards. Franke Kitchen Systems. This year’s vignettes include a bar/lounge, hotel lobby, inpatient room in a women’s birthing center, and a master bathroom – all created, from start to finish, right on the show floor. backsplash designs.

Tile 168

Tile Flooring Las Vegas Stone 168

Time2Design

JANUARY 7, 2013

An appliance that is becoming a standard "IT" appliance when making appliance selections in kitchen design is quickly becoming the Steam Oven - taking on as much importance as a standard oven. Steam Cooking the "IT" Appliance! This combination delivers evenness and consistent results on all shelf levels. Kitchen stuff. kitchenaid.

Las Vegas 80

Las Vegas Outdoor Kitchen Interior Design 80

Making Tile Modern

MAY 30, 2012

On the left- Diamond Starglass Grout and on the right is a standard white sanded grout. Innovative, proprietary coloring system. Contributes to USGBC LEED Credits: MR 4.1 & 4.2(Recycled Note: Both of the above images are taken with the same digital camera in the same lighting conditions. Fast, easy clean?up yellowing).

Grout 91

Grout Backsplash Natural Stone Mosaics 91

Floor Covering News

JUNE 17, 2022

Another issue that can arise without using an additional underlayment would be lack of support for the click system of floating (lock and click) planks, which—in some cases—could result in breakage. Another short-coming of some products with pre-attached padding is some do not always meet IIC sound rating standards.

LEED 98

LEED Meeting Products Sales 98

Making Tile Modern

JANUARY 28, 2016

On the left- Diamond Starglass Grout and on the right is a standard white sanded grout. Innovative, proprietary coloring system. Contributes to USGBC LEED Credits: MR 4.1 & 4.2(Recycled Contributes to USGBC LEED Credits: MR 4.1 & 4.2(Recycled Semi‐flexible, low shrinkage and high crack resistance. •

Grout 40

Grout Natural Stone Porcelain Colors 40

The Tile Council of North America Blog

AUGUST 26, 2016

That’s because virtually all green building standards and rating systems, including LEED v4, provide pathways for earning points and fulfilling criteria by using products with EPDs, and an EPD for North American-made ceramic tile—also certified by UL—has been available since 2014. and ICC 700. .”

North America 100

North America Grout LEED Tile 100

Floor Covering News

APRIL 30, 2020

It qualifies for many green-building rating systems, including LEED v4, the WELL Building Standard, BREEAM, Living Building Challenge, NAHB Green Building Standard and more. It also conforms with CDPH Standard Method v1.2-2017 Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and General Services Administration (GSA).

Sealants 52

Sealants Adhesive LEED Standards 52

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2013

“Its thixotropic properties make MAPEI Ultralite Mortar Pro an excellent choice for large-format tile installations on floors and walls,” said Brian Pistulka, MAPEI Business Manager for Tile and Stone Installation Systems. Plus, MAPEI Ultralite Mortar Pro can contribute to LEED points through its more-than-20% recycled content.

Michigan 100

Michigan Miami Marble North America 100

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 18, 2013

Projects designed with Urban Wood being specified are eligible for LEED points. LATICRETE Expands the HYDRO BAN Shower System Line. standards and offer the LATICRETE Lifetime Warranty/Single Source Responsibility which ensures total confidence for re-sellers, installers and end-users. and a >0.50 www.florim.com.

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Products Grout Las Vegas Hawaii 100

Life of an Architect

NOVEMBER 12, 2013

In 2012, the Texas Society of Architects agreed to put together a task force to examine the Architectural Licensing Exam (ARE) and the Intern Development Program (IDP) process and propose changes for a simpler, more efficient system. I have read the report myself several times over and the data presented in it is both remarkable and alarming.

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Study Software Architecture Report 111

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

SEPTEMBER 30, 2015

For drinks, Standard Tap is a must. 3601 Market Year Built: 2015 Number of Units: 363 Number of Layouts: 16 Rent: $1,400-$4,441 Highlights: These LEED-graded apartments are raising the bar on luxury living with hardwood flooring throughout, two-toned European cabinetry, quartz countertops and panoramic city views.

Philadelphia 40

Philadelphia Washington Delaware Decking 40

Life of an Architect

MARCH 2, 2014

Eventually I’ll include some plans of the project, the owner has given me permission so as soon as I get someone else to get into the system and clean them up for me for presentation you’ll get to see them. im planning to take the LEED Green Associate exam. just something i relate to very closely. im from india.

Romania 95

Romania Architecture Policies India 95

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

OCTOBER 21, 2015

Kitchen at Alterra Alterra Apartments Year Built: 2010 Number of Units: 297 Number of Layouts: 6 Rent: $1,641-$2,472 Highlights: Spacious and inviting, these LEED Gold-certified apartments are fully optimized for saving both energy and water. South of Route 78, Cal State San Marcos has sparked a boom over the past two decades.

San Diego 40

San Diego Italy California Kitchen 40

Life of an Architect

DECEMBER 8, 2013

newyowker Maybe LEED should start including in their systems that projects not only need local materials etc, but also local architects Xiaosheng Wu is that possible for an non-American to be a member of AIA? I wasn’t aware of all the things that are going on until I became more involved. Send to Email Address.

Dallas 97

Dallas Texas Policies Architecture 97

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

NOVEMBER 11, 2015

Kitchen at 1510 Lex 1510 Lex Year Built: 2010 Number of Units: 298 Number of Layouts: 42 Rent: Call for pricing Highlights: Kitchens outfitted with custom European cabinetry and granite countertops come standard in these LEED Silver apartments, as well as red oak floors and walk-in closets.

New York 40

New York Decking Kitchen Houston 40