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How to Differentiate Between Caulking and Sealant for Tile Installations

Scott Carothers
Scott Carothers
November 3, 2023

Scott Carothers, academic director for the Ceramic Tile Education Foundation, explains when to use grout, caulking or sealants for your tile installations. 


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Mosaics Bring Disney Characters to Life

Artaic teamed up with Pixar animators to create custom mosaic designs for the new AdventHealth emergency room that services Central Florida and the Walt Disney World Resort community
November 3, 2023

Artaic teamed up with Pixar animators to create custom mosaic designs for the new AdventHealth emergency room that services Central Florida and the Walt Disney World Resort community.


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Technical Focus | Moisture

The Key to Long-Lasting Tile: Pay Attention to Moisture

Paying attention to subfloor moisture will avoid serious damage to tile floors and assist in assuring a successful and long-lasting tile installation
Jason Spangler
Jason Spangler
September 19, 2023

High moisture levels in the subfloor can lead to a range of problems, including tile cracking, mold growth and structural damage. Here’s how.


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Technical Focus | Installation

Specifying Today’s Grouts by Design

Because ceramic tile grouts play a crucial role in the beauty and longevity of tiled surfaces, understanding the different types of grouts, their installation techniques and proper maintenance will ensure a successful tile application
James Whitfield
James Whitfield
September 18, 2023

We explore the world of ceramic tile grouts, investigate the various types, installation methods, pros and cons and innovations.


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Tile Design

Artisan Tile Modernizes Living Space

The design team from Vitale Studio revamped a renowned poet’s studio to a warm inviting living space with tile from Spanish manufacturer Decocer
September 15, 2023

The design team from Vitale Studio revamped a renowned poet’s studio to a warm inviting living space with tile from Spanish manufacturer Decocer.


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Tiling Town: Training, Installation Showcases and Skills Demonstrations by Six Young European Tile Layers

September 12, 2023

Tiling Town will be back this year at the 40th Cersaie in a more than 400 square meter space in Hall 32.


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Diagonal Herringbone Layout

How to Start a Diagonal Herringbone Layout

Scott Carothers
Scott Carothers
September 8, 2023

Scott walks us through how to find the starting point for a diagonal herringbone layout and how to keep the tile in line.


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tile shower installation

Navigating New Trends: Embracing the Shift in Residential Shower Installations

With home renovations significantly on the rise, bathrooms have transformed from purely functional spaces to personalized retreats, including a growing trend in customization in shower applications
Dustin Prevete HeadShot
Dustin Prevete
September 5, 2023

Dustin Prevete, Laticrete senior product manager, discusses how home renovations are significantly on the rise, and luxury bathrooms, complete with customized shower installations, are becoming a growing trend.


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Tile Modularity: What Is It and Why Is It Important?

Scott Carothers
Scott Carothers
August 10, 2023

Have you ever put together a tile pattern only to realize it didn’t work? Here, Scott Carothers explains modularity and why it is important in tile installation.


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Gauged Porcelain Tile Panels (GPTP) wall installation

Installing Gauged Porcelain Tile Panels and Slabs Over Existing Tile

Scott Carothers
Scott Carothers
July 24, 2023

In this month's Tile Tip, Scott explains how to save time and money installing GPTP over existing tile through the use of new tile technology and proper installation methods.


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