Bath and shower installations make up a huge portion of projects installers undertake on a daily basis. They can also be the most problematic if not executed properly. Follow these essential steps for a successful installation.

New adhesive and grout technologies that every dynamic tiler needs to add to their materials lists to take their productivity to the highest level.

Sika, global leader in specialty chemicals, strengthened its offerings to the commercial and residential tiling markets with a new ready-to-use (RTU) grout.

Scott Conwell, FAIA, FCSI, CDT, LEED AP of the International Masonry Institute outlines grout joint alignment vs. grount joint uniformity.

The multinational group at the cutting edge in chemicals for the building trade was founded on February 12, 1937 in Milan 

Uncover three reasons why grouts and mortars play an essential role in mosaic tile installations.

Merkrete’s Integra is a nonabrasive, all-in-one adhesive and grout for mosaic and glass tile installations. The single-product grout and thinset combination eliminates adhesive pigment “bleed through” through its uniform color.

When it comes to shower installation and waterproofing, taking shortcuts can lead to disastrous results, especially when a floor is not properly sloped and/or a waterproofing membrane is carelessly installed. Professionals should know all the ins and outs of waterproofing, including what not to do.

Moisture control is one of the more misunderstood, cost-effective and often neglected disciplines in the flooring trade. Experience has shown the disastrous effects of not following the recommended steps to abate high moisture prior to flooring installations.

Whether your tile installations trend more toward commercial projects or residential, there’s no escaping the need to waterproof a lot of them. Showers, steam rooms, balconies, fountains -- any project that demands water be retained or guided toward drainage -- requires adequate waterproofing beneath the tile.