The Tile Council of North America Blog

JANUARY 29, 2014

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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Floor Covering News

APRIL 6, 2022

—After three years and hundreds of hours of research by the TCNA Product Performance Testing Laboratory, Tile Council of North America (TCNA) has announced the ANSI ASC A108 Committee’s approval of a standard characterizing 2cm gauged porcelain tile pavers.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 12, 2022

—After three years and hundreds of hours of research by the TCNA Product Performance Testing Laboratory, Tile Council of North America (TCNA) said the ANSI ASC A108 Committee approved the standard characterizing 2 cm gauged porcelain tile pavers.

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Granada Tile

MARCH 30, 2023

Cement tiles have been used in homes and buildings for decades, and for good reason. However, not all cement tiles are created equal. Choosing the right manufacturer is important to ensure that you get high-quality tiles that will last for years to come. Here’s what you need to know when selecting cement tiles.

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Tile of Spain USA

JANUARY 19, 2022

It is with these design factors in mind that ceramic tile has become the top surface material of choice to use in both interior and exterior projects. One size does not fit all when determining the caliber of tile to install across walls and floors. Mayolica, Nissel. Decorative Details. Keratin, Verse. Colorker, Pulsar. Mainzu, Jungle.

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Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

How familiar are you with the ANSI Standards for the Installation of Ceramic Tile ? ANSI stands for the American National Standards Institute.) If you aren't, and you're in the tile installation business, it's time you pay attention. ANSI Standards are a tile installer's best friend!

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Tile of Spain USA

AUGUST 13, 2020

Are you an architecture firm or design studio interested in expanding your tile expertise? Do you or your colleagues want to learn more about the advancements and innovations in ceramic tile production? Do you want to bring the latest tile trends and application techniques to your clients?

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The Tile Council of North America Blog

JANUARY 29, 2014

ANSI Standards. ANSI standards for ceramic and glass tile, tile installation materials, and tile installation requirements are available from TCNA. They are periodically revised or reaffirmed by the ANSI Accredited Standards Committee (ASC) A108, for which TCNA is the Secretariat. Updates to ANSI Standards.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 22, 2024

The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) has presented Woody Sanders with the prestigious 2024 NTCA Ring of Honor award. This recognition is bestowed upon individuals who have made significant contributions to the tile industry. Cook, who established his own tile contracting business in 1929. Woody Sanders Jackson, Miss.—The

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Floor Covering News

JULY 8, 2022

INSTALL has updated its resilient flooring and carpet certification standards. INSTALL, a leader in floorcovering installation training and certification, has announced recent updates and improvements to its resilient flooring and carpet certification standards. “As Washington, D.C.—INSTALL,

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Granada Tile

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Cement tiles have become popular for homeowners and interior designers because of their unique patterns, durability, and versatility. However, one of the most common questions we are asked is how to maintain cement tiles when dealing with stains. Stains can appear on cement tiles for various reasons.

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Ceramics of Italy

APRIL 9, 2024

Following more than four years of research efforts and investments of around €10 million , Gruppo Romani is presenting its first Smart Tiles, a range of innovative surfaces capable of integrating with the latest home automation systems. This invention is driving our group to explore new fields of application for ceramic tiles.

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Why Tile

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

The Tile Council of North America (TCNA) is proud to announce the revised ANSI A137.3 American National Standard Specifications for Gauged Porcelain Tiles and Gauged Porcelain Tile Panels/Slabs – 2022 publication.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

AUGUST 4, 2021

Beginning with jewellery, a surprising forray into tiled pet-feeding-tables for a charity auction led them towards the welcoming, charming arms of ceramics. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Ramona Paloma Tile (@ramona.paloma.tile). Otherwise their cheerful ceramic tiles can be found on Etsy.

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Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

APRIL 23, 2019

They all demonstrate low grout joints which do not meet the tile industry standards. To meet these standards, the grout must adequately fill the space which obviously these examples do not. If yes, here's how to deal with low grout joints and understand tile installation standards.

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The London Tile Co.

DECEMBER 8, 2020

What Are The Differences Between Cement Based Tile Adhesives? There are many different types of tile adhesive available today, each for a different purpose and application. Selecting the correct adhesive your job is of paramount importance to ensure your tiled surface looks great and remains strong and stable during its lifespan.

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The Tile Council of North America Blog

AUGUST 26, 2016

“In establishing a sustainability initiative, it was our desire to put in place one standard and one mark across the tile industry to cover the products used over the course of an installation.

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Ceramics of Italy

JANUARY 11, 2022

In a further demonstration of its commitment to human beings and the environment, Ceramiche Keope has gained WELL Building Standard V2 ® certification. WELL Building Standard V2 ® is the latest and most rigorous version. This certifies that Keope porcelain floor and wall tiles contribute to the health and wellness of living spaces.

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Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

MARCH 12, 2019

Inspiring those around him to aspire to higher tile standards seems second-nature to Dan Hecox , founder of Hecox Construction in York, Nebraska. That's what he does as NTCA Nebraska State Ambassador and as a Regional Evaluator for the Certified Tile Installer Program. >> Member Spotlight – Hecox Construction, Inc. >>

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Tile of Spain USA

JULY 1, 2021

Ceramic tiles have become a fundamental building and surface material for the development, and design of sustainable commercial and residential projects. Read on as we explore the immeasurable benefits of ceramics and find out what makes tile from Spain so durable, safe and hygienic. Ceramic tiles do not alter with the passage of time.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Los Angeles—Emser Tile has released its 2023/2024 catalog , available both in print and online. It encompasses a wide range of materials such as porcelain, ceramic, luxury vinyl tile and planks, glass, decorative accents, mosaics, natural stone, setting materials, whole shower systems and more.

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Giotile

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

The past three decades have seen new manufacturing techniques and cutting-edge printing pushing porcelain tile into the forefront of design and innovation. Porcelain tiles are also getting larger and larger. Tiles equal to or greater than one square meter (almost 11 square feet!)

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Why Tile

JANUARY 27, 2022

With society’s growing concern for health, we’re scrutinizing the standards of the past and setting the bar higher when it comes to the building products and practices we use in our homes.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

Virginia Tile has named two new members to its commercial team, Stu Kinney and Bradley Walworth. Both seasoned professionals in the industry, Kinney and Walworth bring a wealth of knowledge and a commitment to excellence that will propel Virginia Tile to new heights. Livonia, Minn.—Virginia

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Tile of Spain USA

JUNE 27, 2018

Traditionally, ceramic tile manufacturers have offered a multitude of sizes in their catalogs by playing with two different dimensions: length and width. Slimming tiles down from the standard thickness of around 8mm to between 3.5 Recently however, a third dimension has come into play: thickness. … Continue Reading.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 8, 2024

Atlanta—The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) will focus on the Certified Tile Installer (CTI) and the Advanced Certifications for Tile Installers (ACT) programs during Coverings 2024 taking place April 22-25, 2024, here. Knowing and understanding standards and specifications is key to growing the tile industry.”

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Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

AUGUST 20, 2019

hold yourself to a higher standard when it comes to being a tile installer? For Mike Sima CTI #1254, that's what it's all about and why he became a Certified Tile Installer. How important is it to.

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Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

AUGUST 17, 2021

It's an invaluable tool for the tile industry and a well-respected companion document to the TCNA Handbook for Ceramic, Glass, and Stone Tile Installation and ANSI standards. We caught up with Bart Bettiga , Executive Director of the National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) to learn more.

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Granada Tile

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Granada tile caters to the needs of top architects, decorators, and interior designers who have found the Olvera Collection to be their choice for 2023. These cement tiles are a favorite because they allow professional decorators to create the most innovative, beautiful, and versatile projects you’ll find anywhere. .

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Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

MAY 28, 2019

Yes, credit card joints - as in grout joints the thickness of a credit card - are popular, but given tile industry standards, they aren't possible, appropriate or even recommended. Many installers have had customers who have seen tile installations in a magazine or brochure which is exactly what they want in their homes.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

Las Vegas— Surfaces might not be the biggest show for tile—that would be Coverings in April —but it doesn’t mean the industry’s best tile suppliers don’t come prepared. In fact, TISE had tile suppliers showing off their best offerings for the dealer community in 2024. We’re optimistic, and Daltile’s in it to win it.”

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 25, 2019

The image above shows the tiled floor of Winchester Cathedral , which boasts the largest area of original medieval tiles in the United Kingdom! Quick History of Tile in Medieval England. Ceramic floor tile first started to appear in medieval England in the thirteenth century. You are standing in a room.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 10, 2024

Atlanta— Coverings , the premier international tile and stone exhibition and conference in North America, has unveiled the honorees of the annual Rock Star Awards ahead of Coverings 2024, taking place April 22-25, 2024, at the Georgia World Congress Center here. Shanan Hehir, owner Shanans Absolute Tile LLC Manchester, Vt.

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The London Tile Co.

JUNE 22, 2021

How to choose bathroom tiles. Once upon a time, choosing bathroom tiles was simple, but now there’s an endless array of tiles to choose from. How about tile size? At London Tile Co. we understand the stress that often occurs when it comes to finding the right tiles for your home, and we’re here to help.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JANUARY 27, 2020

Ceramic tile is not only beautiful, it is also healthy for your home. So states a Bulletin from TCNA (Tile Council of North America)s. The Bulletin notes that tile is also long-lasting, easy to clean, fire-safe, and offers many slip-resistant choices. Ceramic tile contains none of the formaldehyde found in some floor coverings.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 6, 2019

There is no denying that we spend A LOT of time looking at (and obsessing over) fresh and innovative tile. To get us all in the right mindset, we pulled some of the top trends for fall and related them to some of the tiles we are loving now. This porcelain tile collection offers a lot more than the Tartan pattern we show below.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Los Angeles—Emser Tile announced its complete suite of products with a new 2022/2023 tile product catalog , available both in print and online. The post Emser releases new tile product catalog appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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