waterproofing

Technical Focus: A Successful Tile Installation Requires Proper Preparation

April 23, 2021

In 2020, we embraced the “stay at home” culture quite well, and while we didn’t even realize it, this mantra set the stage for a high demand of renovation projects in 2021.

Installation Case Study: Converting Bathtubs to Step-in Showers

Converting 900 Bathtubs to Step-in Showers at Hilton Americas-Houston Hotel

March 5, 2021

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Unable to use previously specified, preformed shower pans, Way Engineering, Ltd switched to QuickDrain’s ShowerLine linear drain with tile-ready, pre-sloped PET shower pans to accommodate unexpected, plumbing rough-in configurations.

Product Showcase: Shower Installation Systems

March 4, 2021

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Check out the newest shower installation systems available on the market.

Installation Case Study: Revamping the McCorkle Aquatic Pavilion

In the summer of 2019, the Olympic-size swimming pool in the McCorkle Aquatic Pavilion at Ohio State University was retiled using 25,000 square feet of tile from Daltile

Heather Fiore

January 25, 2021

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The McCorkle Aquatic Pavilion at Ohio State University (OSU), which is considered one of the most reputable competition pools and diving wells in the nation, is home to the varsity men’s and women’s swimming and diving teams, as well as the varsity synchronized swimming team.

Product Showcase: Waterproofing & Moisture Control

January 22, 2021

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Check out the newest waterproofing and moisture control products available for tile installations.

Technical Focus

Good Hygiene: What Does Sealing Have to Do with It?

Marco Galliozzi

November 24, 2020

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While cleaning is certainly key in maintaining good hygiene in the home, workplace and public areas, it is only the first step in fighting off infection, viruses and disease.

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Building the Largest Construction Project in the Western Hemisphere

October 26, 2020

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There are big projects and then there are huge projects. And, every once in a while, there are truly enormous projects. The Baha Mar Casino and Hotel in the Bahaman capital of Nassau is one of those enormous projects, earning the label of the largest construction project in the Western Hemisphere.

Technical Focus: A Supplemental Test Method for Crack Isolation Simulation

Chuck Fifelski

September 9, 2020

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Waterproofing and crack isolation membranes are widely used in the tile industry as part of substrate preparation prior to the installation of ceramic tiles or similar rigid materials. Membranes that deliver crack isolation performance are intended to maintain their integrity during movement of the substrate and thus prevent tile cracking.

Technical Focus: The Magical Formula: Spray-Applied Waterproofing

Will White

September 9, 2020

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In building, the magic happens when a safe, timely, durable and cost-effective project is delivered by the contractor. And, without a doubt, waterproofing when and where necessary is the most critical component of any finish construction assembly.