Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

The National Tile Contractors Association ( NTCA ) trainers will be touring nine states, offering 17 free, standards-based workshops and eight free regional trainings this year—nearly double the number provided in 2023. The NTCA Reference Manual serves as a guiding resource throughout the training. Jackson, Miss.—The

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 29, 2019

Should you choose stone, ceramic, glass or something else? Natural stone is harvested from quarries and then cut to various sizes. Some examples of stone tile include marble, quartz, limestone, slate, and granite. Cost-effective Uniform look and pattern Low maintenance and highly durable Mimic stone and wood looks.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 25, 2019

Come with us back in time to learn a few quick facts about medieval flooring, from stone to encaustic! As time progressed and the tile manufacturing became more standardized and abundant, tiles became more available to the rising merchant class. Do you see large, worn pieces of stone assembled together? Medieval Flooring.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MAY 20, 2016

San Diego, CA, May 19, 2016 – The University of Ceramic Tile and Stone (UofCTS) just released an updated version of the popular Understanding the Basics of Ceramic Tile online technical and sales training course. UofCTS is currently in the process of updating the UofCTS Tile Installer Thin-set Standards (ITS) Verification online course.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 10, 2023

He begins with the famed shepherd boy who felled the mighty giant warrior with nothing more than a sling and a stone three thousand years ago. I first read this book probably 10 years ago, and I frequently find myself referring to it from time to time. It’s an entertaining, inspiring and thoughtful read.”

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 10, 2015

White Thinset is the standard recommendation for Bianco Carrara, Calacata, Onyx, Thassos, most Limestone, and other light or translucent stones. The use of a Gray colored Thinset can result in discoloration of the stone or the appearance of oily stains on the face of the stone. successful jobs and satisfied clients.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

MAY 1, 2015

Our material calculator is more precise than standardized coverage charts. Grout Color Selector: While nothing can replace the accuracy of our official color cards and grout kits, this visual reference guide will help guide you and your customers to narrow color choices. Where to buy: This feature helps your customers find you.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MARCH 13, 2013

Specifying Ceramic Tile, Glass Tile, Stone and Terrazzo for Slip Resistant Surfaces…. These same concerns apply to glass tile, natural stone, terrazzo and other hard-finish surfaces. Natural stone has been used extensively in malls, airports and other public areas. The standard of care was expected to be a minimum of 0.60

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

AUGUST 26, 2016

Custom Building Products has committed to aiding architects, specifiers, engineers, tile contractors and owners fulfill this growing responsibility with our environmentally-responsible tile and stone installation products. Green Building Council LEED certification and are compliant with other green building industry standards.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

MARCH 27, 2015

Make sure you are using a product that is rated for this application, like EasyMat Stone & Tile Underlayment. Refer to the installation materials from your heating system for recommendations. Select a bonding mortar that is formulated to work with heating mats and the anticipated temperature changes.

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Giotile

AUGUST 26, 2014

This new measurement, developed by the Tile Council of North America , is referred to as Dynamic Coefficient of Friction or DCOF, and now that many manufacturers have converted solely to DCOF in technical specifications, it’s important to understand what it actually means.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

MAY 14, 2015

CUSTOM has a complete listing of all TCNA-endorsed methods for installing ceramic and natural stone along with CAD drawings showing the recommended products for each detail. We also offer a comprehensive CSI formatted 3-part specification for general tile, floor preparation, moisture vapor control and swimming pool installations.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 17, 2019

Dumping is a term that refers to when materials imported from a foreign manufacturer, are sold into the U.S. We also may not get the sizes we love right away because these countries’ standard sizes are unlike ours. Tariffs or duties are different rates based on the type of material and their country of origin. for glass 4.9%

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

MAY 14, 2015

CUSTOM has a complete listing of all TCNA-endorsed methods for installing ceramic and natural stone along with CAD drawings showing the recommended products for each detail. Plus, you can always call on our team of Architectural Consultants for expert technical assistance.

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Tile Talk

JULY 22, 2014

Porcelain and ceramic tiles are very similar, especially when compared to cement tiles, quarry tile, glass tiles or stone. So, according to the PTCA, a tile has to meet ASTM C373 standards of water absorption to be branded as porcelain. In other words, all porcelain tiles are ceramic tiles; but, not all ceramic tiles are porcelain.

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StoneDimensions

JANUARY 19, 2015

I had the privilege of going to Spain in November to witness the MIA receive a Macael Award, as well as learn more about the local stone market in the Macael region. As a global stone industry, it goes without saying that stone expectations can be more readily agreed upon when the same technical documents are used/referenced.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JANUARY 2, 2015

In fact, most of these bathrooms do not host a standard toilet, but instead, utilize a bidet. Japan is an island and as a result, Japanese culture is saturated in dedications and references to the power of water. Japanese aesthetics tend to also focus on stones. Image Source: Smith Brothers Construction.

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Life of an Architect

DECEMBER 4, 2013

Marble is a calcium-rich stone, porous, has relatively low abrasion resistance,and is susceptible to expansion and contraction. It’s STONE, people, a natural material, and an incredibly beautiful one at that. As an investigative stone scientist I have to look into these issues on a near-daily basis. Are you kidding !!!

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

SEPTEMBER 30, 2014

Feel free to focus on the methods that work best for you: Using Natural Materials : Choose adobe for your roof, solid stone for flooring, or wooden siding for a rustic look. The Environmental Impact Is Undeniable: Creating buildings that offer net zero energy is the gold standard for many green architects. Image Via: Thirdstone, Inc.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JUNE 13, 2014

While you don’t have a genie in a bottle to predict all of your life’s needs, you can certainly foresee if this home will meet most of the standard ones. Wood and Stone Log Home. Your best bet is to ask for references. Collect this idea. Image Source: Sniqi. Return on Investment. Hiring a moving company requires some research.

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Kitchens for Living

FEBRUARY 1, 2015

This is designed to replace a standard 60″X32″ shower/tub to allow aging in place without moving walls. Kallista’s Per Se Collection allows you to personalize your faucet levers with inset stones. Brizo introduced its new Rook collection for the bath, with a subtle reference to chess. Great idea!

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Decorator on Demand

MARCH 18, 2011

" The chard reference had never occurred to me. I knew they made bigger King beds but this the bigger ones are good news since Alpha Hubby needs a better one than standard king! Walls of Stone. Eldorado Stone. (1). stone veneers. (1). stone walls. (1). And downtown is awesome. I like this site!

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Life of an Architect

FEBRUARY 16, 2014

I know I’ll get flamed but it’s not like the 1970′s when you could walk amongsth the stones. Read before you go then carry along as reference [its travel size]. Cheers Lizzie I’m going to put my neck on the line & say if you can, skip the Henges. They are actually boring. AlmostJane Yepper.

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Life of an Architect

MAY 26, 2014

I’m not referring to color or material trends, just the idea that you could have a trend in your house that was divorced from the style in which your house was designed – think Tuscan kitchen in a Tudor style home (shudder). [link] Bob Borson I was glad to here Matthew talk about the absence of trends as well. Your Email Address.

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Life of an Architect

SEPTEMBER 29, 2013

Queens of the Stone Age – Queens of the Stone Age I thought my list of 5 albums needed something a little heavier – you know, for when I’m all pumped up because I just successfully made a fire or something. John Coltrane – Standard Coltrane 5. Steely Dan – Aja 2. Send to Email Address.

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Life of an Architect

APRIL 30, 2014

full time residential kitchen/bath design), 60 hours of NKBA professional development courses or NKBA approved college coursework, 2 client references and pass the CKD Design exam. We love our Wolf oven, but make sure to design space to include storage for the accessories – their pizza stone is a must have. Send to Email Address.

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