Technical

Templating is often thought of as a technique only used by solid surface fabricators in the construction of kitchen countertops, and other slab stone...

Question It appears to my untrained eye that most 12”x24” tile is laid so that each abuts the two adjacent tiles by 50% each. However,...

Tools, trims, equipment and accessories are all important aspects of getting the job done efficiently and effectively.  Equipment developments have given us saws that offer...

Today more than ever, university buildings have become competitive assets to attract, retain and engage student populations. To meet these needs, Indiana State University...

2020 and the COVID pandemic has brought a new emphasis onto cleaning and sanitizing surfaces. One way companies are addressing this is through antimicrobials...

New technology in electric floor warming is seeing more energy efficiency cables and streamlined systems that eliminate bulky junction boxes. At the same time...

With large-format tiles and porcelain slabs proliferating, large-and-heavy-tile (LHT) mortars continue to be essential materials, controlling shrinking, and offering non-slump and non-sag properties that...

Today’s shower systems are lightweight, easy to install, and often allow the ability to tile the next day. Waterproofed shower trays and components streamline...

A firm foundation is important in any building project and tile is no exception. The evolution of underlayments, membranes and backing products has cut...

John Cox, in conjunction with Jim Whitfield of MAPEI, Rod Sigman of Custom Building Products, Martin Brooks of Heritage Marble and Tile, Rich Galliani...

I have a shower I installed two months ago that is leaking.  I did my installation in the same way I have for the...

Question  I am building a new home and learning things I never knew. One is regarding what tile can be put on a shower floor....

When you bid a job, what are you selling? Are you simply setting tile or are you building a custom tile assembly that you...

Question: We have a project that we are looking at that has showers that will receive liners, mud and tile.  The curbs have been constructed...

Question: I'm designing a home and need to pick a tile for a residential pool deck. Are there standards for using slip-resistant tiles in areas...

It is not breaking news that tiles are made in all colors and shapes and sizes and thicknesses and materials. They each have their...

QUESTION I am a member and need a few questions answered about an encaustic cement tile installation. I only have about 35 sq. ft. installed,...

QUESTION I was curious if you could direct me to an industry document supporting the proper technique for installing Jerusalem limestone in a shower wall...

Question: I am building a new home and learning things I never knew. One is regarding what tile can be put on a shower floor....

Quick and easy ways to achieve them correctly Hopefully, as a tile installer, you’ve heard a lot about movement, expansion, or movement accommodation joints – and...