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Home » Authors » Katie Kraus

Katie Kraus

Katie Kraus is tile & stone manager for Rust-Oleum.
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Larger tile sizes

A Case of tile and error

With tile formats continuing to increase, it is critical to choose a spacing + leveling system that will ensure a successful installation
Katie Kraus
April 12, 2020
One of the curses of being in the tile industry is being able to spot that one tile in a set that is misaligned or not level. In my 20-year-old main master bath, which someday I’ll get to fixing, I have a tile at eye level with a lippage problem that haunts me every morning — and it’s only 12 x 12 inches!
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Reapplying a stone sealer annually is highly recommended

High-traffic bathrooms sealed for safe keeping

What to consider when sealing stone floors in busy areas such as public restrooms
Katie Kraus
March 12, 2020

As an architect specifying materials, you consider how surfaces hold up and look their best for years to come, so the next time your client wants to build or remodel, they will think of you as the one to call.


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penetrating sealer on stone and tile applications

Hospitality: Sealed and delivered

It takes an ounce of prevention to protect your tile and stonework
Katie Kraus
January 20, 2020

Hospitality at its core is about creating a welcoming space. When entryways, kitchens and bathrooms have stained stone, tile and grout, they are far from welcoming. Be sure to protect all your jobs with a quick application of a penetrating sealer, because as the saying goes, an ounce of prevention beats a pound of cure.


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