Top Tile Trends From Cersaie With a whole world of
architects, designers, specifiers and media searching for the hottest new
products and trends, the 2008 edition of Cersaie, the international exhibition
of ceramic tile, did not disappoint.
Art Tile Collection The Art Tile Collection is a targeted
section for the producers of handcrafted and specialized art tile.
Hakatai Glass The Zen series from Hakatai Glass Mosaic
Tiles is
a mesh-backed 3/4” x 3/4” glass mosaic series that features four calm and
refreshing colors.
VitrA VitrA’s Urban Life series features the Hardwood collection, designed for those who would like the look of hardwood floors in a ceramic tile product.
Thermosoft ThermoSoft offers its latest electric radiant floor heating mat. The
UL-listed system features zero EMF and offers a lifetime warranty.
ThermoSoft's 1/8" contractor-grade heating mats are designed to
minimize floor height and lay flat for quick installation. Mats are
easily manipulated on-site to fit any space. The 1/2" mat grid allows
penetration of thin-set or self-leveling cement for one-step
installation.
Case Study: Attention to Detail Sets ‘Serene’ Tone for L.A. Diners The subtle, clean and simple lines of RockSugar Pan Asian Kitchen’s exterior would make any visitor or shopper of the Westfield Century City shopping center in Los Angeles, CA, curious to see what culinary experience waited for them.
by ArpiNalbandian
Self-Leveling Underlayments The term self-leveling has always seemed like a
bit of a misnomer to me. It is most commonly used to describe a broad category
of cementitious products which when poured in a semi-liquid state, aid in
bringing otherwise deficient floors into either a flat or level condition. The
large size tiles and patterns popular today make floor flatness a critical
issue in most ceramic tile installations.
Large format tile installations: background, surface prep, adhesives, installation, grouting, and curing Large tiles are great because they reduce grout joints and provide a look that is incomparable. But not all large format tiles are alike, with some being so deformed as to render them almost impossible to install without excessive lippage. Unlike smaller tiles that can more easily conform to a less-than-smooth surface, large format tiles require a very flat surface for a smooth finish, and as the tile size increases, so, too, must the degree of flatness.
by MichaelByrne
Radiant Heated Tile Floors For several years, the NTCA has been actively promoting the sale and installation of radiant heat as an underlayment for ceramic tile and natural stone installations. It has been, and continues to be our contention that heated floors will add value and comfort for homeowners, creating a higher demand for our products in more areas and space of the home. In addition, the use of these quality products can add significant profit to the sale and installation price of the project.
by BartBettiga
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