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Emser Tile wins 2023 Golden Hammer Award

Floor Covering News

The Golden Hammer Awards, presented by HBS Dealer, have a long tradition of honoring the “best of the best” of the home improvement industry. Awards will be presented during the NAHB International Builders’ Show (IBS) in Las Vegas, on February 27.

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Using Cement Tiles Outdoors: The Importance of Using a Top-Coat Sealant with UV Filters

Cement Style

An important factor to consider when using cement tiles is the use of the appropriate sealant for indoor or outdoor installations. Dry Treat Stain-Proof Impregnating Sealant. VLT Grout Release & Top-Coat Sealant. A Control section on the tile with no sealant was allotted. Discussion.

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Sika to bring tile install solutions to Coverings 2023

Floor Covering News

Finally, visitors will see how high-performance SikaTile-815 Secure Grout delivers hard, durable joints while Sikasil N Plus silicone sealant delivers expansion joints strong enough for GPTP/S installations. Here, visitors will learn how various SikaTile grout products perform in different tiling scenarios.

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CTEF focuses on tile installer training, education at TISE 2020

Floor Covering News

Certification is the validation of the skills and knowledge of the men and women who presently are installing tile successfully in the United States. This means having full responsibility for substrate prep, layout, coordinating with other trades along with properly installing underlayment, tile, grout and sealant materials.

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Truly Unique – Marble Countertops

Burgin Construction

This irregular veining can be a visually stunning juxtaposed with straight, clean lines characteristically present in kitchens and bathrooms. Make sure the sealant you get is non-toxic, food-safe, and the best sealer for your particular stone. All sealants will degrade over time and should be reapplied annually or more often as needed.

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Installing to Meet Moisture and Chemical Resistance Requirements

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

“We were confident that TEC® products would hold up to the environmental challenges that showers, steam rooms and saunas present,” says Kevin Fox, owner of Fox Ceramic Tile. Finally, TEC® AccuColor 100® 100% Silicone Sealant was used to caulk each tiled area of the YMCA. TEC® Full Flex® Mortar was selected for use in these areas.

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Fabricmasters Guide to Marble Etching Repair

Fabric and Tile Masters

With a polished surface, etching will present a noticeable “scar” where the top layer has been removed and the raw marble beneath shows, usually appearing dull. Etching occurs when the calcium carbonate present in marble reacts with the acids in everyday items like lemon juice or a vinegar-based cleaners.

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