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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.

by Danielle De Vita

Thank goodness it's almost over!
by Arpi Nalbandian | December 22, 2008 | Comments (0)
Are Obama Fans Too Optimistic?
by Tim Fausch | January 21, 2009 | Comments (1)
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.

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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 Arpi Nalbandian

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.

by Dave Gobis

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 Michael Byrne

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 Bart Bettiga










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Take an exciting look at rooms lined with colorful and textural tile. Contemporary kitchens and baths, as well as living rooms, fireplaces, home spas, gyms, theaters, dining areas, and even outdoor rooms that feature tiles are illustrated in brilliant color.




 • Self-Leveling Underlayments
 • Case Study: Attention to Detail Sets ‘Serene’ Tone for L.A. Diners
 • Large format tile installations: background, surface prep, adhesives, installation, grouting, and curing
 • Radiant Heated Tile Floors
 • Art Tile Collection
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