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EPA Announces Inclusion of Green Squared in Federal Government Recommendations of Specifications, Standards, and Ecolabels for Federal Purchasing

The Tile Council of North America Blog

“In establishing a sustainability initiative, it was our desire to put in place one standard and one mark across the tile industry to cover the products used over the course of an installation.

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“I Owe a Lot to This Industry”

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

My grandmother worked at Gladding McBean (Franciscan Tile), hand painting dinnerware while she was pregnant with my father. Most CTaSC inspectors are seasoned installers with management experience, so they are great quality control inspectors who can also train installers on these jobs. What does the training consist of?

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Avente Tile Talk: Enduring Tile of the London Underground

Tile Talk

2013 marks the 150th anniversary of the first train journey on the London underground. To The Trains Tile Sign. It is difficult to get the tiles to release intact even after a century² Over time station names have changed, so the tiles were painted over to conceal the old names. design standards. hand painted tile.

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Avente Tile Talk: Artist Series Cement Tile Collection Grows with.

Tile Talk

Guillermos research led him to train with Master Printer Marie Dormuth, with whom artists Andy Warhol, Peter Gee and Martin Mazorra received training in the art of lithography. design standards. hand painted tile. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt. Asterdisc 1B. 10" x 10" Handmade Cement Tile.

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Product Benefits That Benefit Pros || James Hardie’s Contractor Alliance Program

Building Moxie

Additionally, James Hardie utilizes a proprietary method called ColorPlus® Technology to apply paint before the product leaves the factory. James Hardie offers Advanced Training to higher-rated Contractor Alliance members. In addition to webinar training, the higher tier members in Contractor Alliance receive on-site training.

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Pearl Grey Ledgestone Natural Stone Veneer: A Guide to Its Best Uses

Realstone

While the undeniable beauty of pearl grey ledgestone may initially capture your attention, its practical advantages make it an even more compelling choice: Unmatched Durability: Unlike its painted counterparts, pearl grey ledgestone is a natural stone, renowned for its incredible durability.

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Avente Tile Talk: Creating Cement Tile Molds and Pigments for.

Tile Talk

There are four textures in this combination: Travertine, Luna, Limestone and Standard (smooth). In my next post, I’ll take you through the handmade tile-making process where you’ll see a dedicated team of well-trained professionals producing ARTO’s masterpieces, one piece at a time. design standards.

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