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ANSI Standards

The Tile Council of North America Blog

Below, "open PINS" indicates that TCNA has notified ANSI of the intent to revise or create a standard, using the Project Initiation Notification System (PINS) form. For details regarding the status of any standard listed below, contact the ASC A108 Committee Secretary, Katelyn Simpson ( ksimpson@tcnatile.com ). Installation Standards.

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Honoring the Craft with Quality Installations: Stoneman Construction

The Pulse: Ardex Americas

This standard tub and shower installation in Portland, Oregon was completed by Stoneman Construction. 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

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Grouts, sealants help ease the task at hand

Floor Covering News

The Portland cement-based, polymer-modified grout is both freeze/thaw resistant and water repellent, and is open to traffic in just 90 minutes. Whether it’s a floor or wall application, ArdexFL is suitable for interior and exterior installations of porcelain, glass, quarry, ceramic, mosaic and a selection of natural stone tiles.

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New from Tile of Spain, Florida Tile and Ann Sacks

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

Scribe is a new mosaic program unlike any other at ANN SACKS, featuring carved-in-relief tiles that offer 20 patterns and 53 stones from which to choose – or can be custom designed to create a one-of-a-kind work of art. ANN SACKS introduced five new collections to its vast product portfolio. Florida Tile introduces Aventis.

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Avente Tile Talk: Cement Tile Designs That Impress!

Tile Talk

Handmade cement tiles start as a mixture of natural materials including crushed limestone, Portland cement, aggregate (small stones), sand, and water. design standards. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Chinese Fans made from Porcelain and Bamboo. backsplash designs. bathrom blogfest 2010. bathroom design.

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Collaboration on Installation is Key to Architect's Success

CUSTOM Insights Blog

Marcus Schiff, senior architect and specifier with Soderstrom Architects in Portland shares some of his tips on using large format tile, creating durable installations and forming business partnerships that have been crucial to his success. Tell us about your background and your firm.I''ve This allows for new and unique surfaces and designs.

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Architects & Contractors Enlist CUSTOM Architectural Services Team to Recommend Best Systems

CUSTOM Insights Blog

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.