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Why is my White Marble Turning Yellow?

Architectural Ceramics

Yellowing may still happen in a shower area where mud work or wet bed has been done using Gray Portland cement. One option is to use White Portland Cement with a low Akali content for the mud job; another would be to install a waterproof membrane, such as Laticrete 9235, on top of the mud. The availability of so many wonderful marbles.

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Adhesives: End users recommend their go-to glues

Floor Covering News

FCNews rounded up a few installers, contractors and craftsman/craftswomen to identify the adhesive products that help them seal the deal on the job site. Following is a sampling of some of those products: Bostik. Whether it’s ceramic, porcelain, granite or marble this product has it covered. Divergent Adhesives.

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Introducing Cityline and Forward

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

Portland 325 , a free interpretation of restored industrial plaster developed in cooperation with Cesena-based firm Studio Archdesign, and Dakota, a wood-effect tile imbued with charm and a pioneering spirit, are the projects that herald next season’s trends. Innovations Product Information' Flaviker-Pi.Sa www.flavikerpisa.it.

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Keeping Warm with Fireplace Tile

Architectural Ceramics

A natural stone option with a twist, the Perfect Pebble Collection from our vendor Island Stone , gives a natural look other than marble that’s perfect for a fireplace. Architectural Ceramics is pleased to bring this handmade Portland, Oregon product line to the east-coast. Playful Pebbles. Hope to see you soon!

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Hispaniola Relief Cement Tiles Offer Island-Like Feel

Tile Talk

The tiles in the Hispaniola Collection are made of white Portland cement, marble dust, and mineral pigments. To make each tile unique, the cement, marble and pigment mixture is poured into molds and then vibrated to remove air pockets ensuring a solid product.

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Cement Tiles Inspired by World Travels

Granada Tile

Ceramic tiles first made an appearance in the ninth or tenth century BC, with cement tile arriving quite a bit later in the 1800s when hydraulic presses were invented and Portland cement was discovered. Cement tile resembling Firenze tile can provide the same classic look and feel, with improved durability. Cuban Tile.

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Newest Trends in Kitchen & Bath

Architectural Ceramics

Since this style product is so up and coming there aren’t. Cement tiles are made by hand, one at a time, with a blend of Portland cement, regular grey cement, marble powder, fine sand and natural mineral color pigments. There were various brick tiles at Coverings (the annual tile convention) this year.

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