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Natural stone 101: Understanding the basics

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Not only does it require more knowledge on the part of the retail sales associate, but it also means successfully sharing that information with the consumer in a way that doesn’t turn them away from the category. Lead times, maintenance, job lots from the quarrying should be comfortable for the retailer to walk someone through.

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University of Ceramic Tile and Stone lowers tuition costs

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The University of Ceramic Tile and Stone (UofCTS) said it has received many requests to make its online courses available at a lower cost. Understanding the Basics of Ceramic Tile. Throughout the course professional sales techniques and tactics are taught. Tile Installer Thin-set Standards (ITS) Verification.

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Metropolitan Mastery

Diary of a Tile Addict

If you are looking for innovation in wall tile design, the metro tile may seem an unlikely destination. After all, this is one of the long-established staples of the tile retailer’s arsenal, alongside quarry tiles, black and white contrasts, and simulated marbles. Metropolitan from Colorker Group’s ZYX brand.

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Catalina and CTaSC Announces the Release of the 2013 Stone Report

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

Catalina Research and Ceramic Tile And Stone Consultants (CTaSC) Announces the Release of the. SAN DIEGO (June 27, 2013) - Catalina Research and Ceramic Tile And Stone Consultants, Inc. The residential remodeling market is also benefiting from the increase in existing home sales and the rise in home prices. gain during 2013.

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Premium underlayments: A path to add-on profits

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By Megan Salzano It’s no secret that flooring accessory pieces such as premium underlayments are often the hardest to sell for the retail sales associate. If you’re a retail sales associate or a store owner, a premium underlayment is an opportunity to ‘sell the floor twice,’” said David Moore, senior director of accessories, Mohawk.