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TCNA introduces product use classification system

Floor Covering News

The Tile Council of North America (TCNA) added a five-category “product use classification system” in ANSI A326.3 “ A merican National Standard Test Method for Measuring Dynamic Coefficient of Friction of Hard Surface Flooring Materials.” The five product use categories are as follows: Interior, Dry (ID).

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The Research Institute of the Hospital de Saint Paul, a Tile of Spain Award Winning Project

Tile of Spain USA

Receiving first prize in the 2019 edition of the Tile of Spain Awards, the Research Institute of the Hospital de Saint Paul is a uniquely constructed building conceived as a technological infrastructure with a deep commitment to global sustainability.

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Five Incredible Alternative Glazes

Diary of a Tile Addict

Experimenting with the traditional Korean laquering technique Ott, material researcher Seok-hyeon Yoon has demonstrated its viability as a ceramic glaze. Because this glaze doesn’t need to be baked, it allows for a much simpler ceramic recycling system once the pieces are broken or discarded. Read more about it here.

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Lunch and Learn with Tile of Spain

Tile of Spain USA

Do you or your colleagues want to learn more about the advancements and innovations in ceramic tile production? Your team will receive a comprehensive education on the latest product offerings from Spanish manufacturers and understand how to utilize them to the best effect in specifications, from a leading industry expert.

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Unilin makes good products even better

Floor Covering News

We give companies the knowledge and necessary licenses to produce exciting innovative products,” said Floris Koopmans, sales director, IP, at Unilin Technologies. “The The Technologies division of Unilin doesn’t sell the product themselves; rather, we open up the know-how and expertise for others to make it.”. Grout systems.

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Rising Stars 2024

Floor Covering News

Inhaus developed this collection with an end goal to create a product line that offers high-performance and eco-friendly floors without compromising style. More than just products, TotalWorx aims to guide and support customers in their installation process—ensuring every job is installed correctly for long-lasting, quality results.

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Ditra Flooring Membrane Underlayment System Reality Check

Tile Excellence

Ditra Flooring System Doesn''t Make Sense I''ve been installing tile most of my adult life. I personally prefer Hardi board for my installation as I understand the "water barrier" properties of this product and would recommend this product and use it exclusively in my own house as a tile underlayment.

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