2021 November/December

Tile Magazine

In this issue of TILE Magazine, learn more about mosaic tile, grouts & mortars and sustainability. Browse through a selection of new mosaic tile collections from domestic and international manufacturers, as well as some of the most popular grouts and mortars on the market. In our technical focus, learn more about why sustainability is out utmost importance in the tile industry. In this issue, we also introduced two new sections, the “video spotlight” and “podcast,” so be sure to check those out as well.

2019 Editorial Main Image- Heather Fiore

Sustainability

Editorial: A Sustainable Future

Heather Carter

November 8, 2021

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Sustainability has always been an important topic in the tile industry. Advancements in technology have paved the way for recycled tiles, installation products without VOCs and sustainable building solutions that reduce waste and energy -- all of which contribute to lengthening the lifespan of our planet.

Cersaie 2021

Video Spotlight: An Inside Look at Cersaie 2021

November 11, 2021

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Get an inside look at Cersaie this year, which was held at the Bologna Exhibition Center from September 27 to October 1, 2021.

Podcast: Matt DiBara of DiBara Masonry

November 11, 2021

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Owner of DiBara Masonry in Los Angeles, CA, discusses his four-generation, family built business, while also touching on important issues in the construction industry.

TILE 1121Technical Focus: Laticrete feature photo

Sustainability

Technical Focus: A Three-Pronged Approach to Industry Safety and Sustainability

Laticrete’s role in creating a better future for flooring

Mitch Hawkins, Laticrete senior manager of technical services

November 10, 2021

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With rising demand from industry stakeholders to improve our social impact and reduce construction’s negative effect on environmental health, building materials manufacturers have a unique role in providing sustainable solutions that both offer enhanced performance and create a better future.

London-based mosaic artist, Tamara Froud, created a bird-themed mosaic to celebrate the DUCKS Kindergarten and Infants’ School at Dulwich College’s 25th anniversary.

Installation Case Study

London School Inspires Kids to “Spread their Wings” with Mosaic Installation

November 10, 2021

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Tamara Froud from Catford in London, a prominent mosaic artist, teamed up with a Liverpool-based tile adhesives company to create a bird-themed mosaic for DUCKS Kindergarten and Infants’ School at Dulwich College, a historic south London school.

Artist Profile: Robert Burns

A tiler, painter and home decorator, Robert Burns is a mosaic artist in the United Kingdom, who has created an exciting portfolio of artwork over the last decade

November 9, 2021

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Meet artist, Robert Burns, a trained house painter and decorator, as well as tiler in the United Kingdom.