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If you are making square cuts to make room for that water supply line, you need to rethink that decision. Scott explains what to use to prevent tile from cracking and what not to use.

Scott provides a situation in which the walls were not straight or square, causing the tile installation to appear crooked. He offers three tips to remedy the problem.

Movement accommodation joints are necessary, but many times these joints are installed incorrectly or not installed at all.

Mari Anne Randall and Anthony Santos discuss the latest trends they are observing in commercial tile designs.

With an increasing number of tile installations coexisting with other surface coverings, the need arises for appropriate transitions within and around the tiled surface. Profile pieces provide aesthetically pleasing transitions between a wide array of surface coverings.

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.

Maintenance and care for natural stone and quartz surfacing are always important for fabricators to think about and to educate their acustomers accordingly.

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

Industry professionals demonstrate to fabricators attending the Omaha Stone Summit the proper method to seal natural stone 

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.