
Ceramic Tiles of Italy
Century’s “Marmi Italiani.2” series is inspired by the timeless elegance of marble, but has been modernly re-interpreted to meet the new worldwide furnishing trends. It is available in two surfaces (ground and matt), 7 colors and 5 rectified formats (18”x36”, 18”x18”, 24”x24”, 9”x35”, 12”x24”) ideal for use in both very refined settings and standard everyday rooms. This versatile and unique collection, which has been produced using 40% recycled content and has low VOC content, will help contribute towards LEED certification.www.italiantiles.com
MAPEI
MAPEI has rounded out its line of moisture mitigation products for concrete with the addition of Planiseal Easy fresh concrete treatment and Planiseal EMB premium epoxy moisture barrier. Both products complement MAPEI’s Planiseal MRB, a two-component moisture-reduction barrier formulated to reduce concrete’s MVER from 15 lbs. to 3 lbs. per 1,000 sq. ft. (6,80 kg to 1,36 kg per 92,9 m2) per 24 hours.www.mapei.com
Tyco Thermal Controls
Tyco Thermal Controls’ Raychem QuickNet product is a floor-heating system designed to be installed directly under ceramic tiles or natural stone. Suitable for bathrooms, kitchens, entryways or other tiled areas, the company says. www.tycothermal.com
Trusty-Step
Trusty-Step International has developed a new formula for its No. 1001 Anti-Slip Floor Treatment. The new formula works “quicker and more effectively than the old formula, and lasts for a minimum of four years,” the company says. Uses include tile, marble, granite, terrazzo and concrete - indoors or outdoors.www.trusty-step.com
Puccini
Puccini Natural Stoneintroduces its latest series of glass, Brucke series mosaics. This fine glass comes in a variety of colors, ranging from white to jade to black. This mosaic features marble, frosted and textured glass in several beautiful designs.www.duratile.com.