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Today's tile collections are offering more options in textures and surface finishes, allowing for endless design possibilities.   

Often times, the builder, GC, or homeowner express that they need the job done quickly and to ignore the “harmless” paint on the substrate. ANSI says otherwise.

How important is it to prevent moisture from building up behind a shower tile installation? A happy customer and a successful installation are priority.

The key to tile longevity is using the appropriate cleaning products immediately after installation and for the remainder of the installation’s life. Here are a few tips to prevent damage and maintain that beautiful tile floor finish. 

Manufacturers of Spanish tile talk about trends in porcelain and ceramic tile products, as well as their experiences of working with their customers to ensure satification

Ege Seramik has developed a state-of-the-art porcelain tile collection offering opportunities to bring "designer encaustic looks" to each and every tile installation with a little extra shine. 

Oftentimes, installers are asked to install over questionable substrates. There are two questions that must be answered before making that decision.

Done well, tile layout is pleasing to the eye. Done poorly, everyone loses. Tile layout is not difficult, but it does require skill and experience.

Effectively installing the proper slope to drain as well as meeting the flatness requirement of the ANSI standard is challenging. Here, CTEF’s Scott Carothers walks us through the steps required to successfully install tile to achieve both. 

Corner cuts on a job are inevitable, but they are tricky and can cost you both time and money. Scott provides a simple solution.