Tile Magazine

2019 November/December

In this issue of TILE Magazine, we have two technical focus articles. One is about flatness tolerances, self-leveling underlayments and radiant uncoupling mats. The other technical focus article is about advances in tile backer boards. Also, see the latest Contractor Spotlight with Robert Smeton, owner of Artisan Granite & Tile LLC, read a review of Cersaie 2019, and much more!

TechLevel™ WSF Fiber Reinforced Self Leveling-Underlayment

Technical Focus: Flatness Tolerances, Self-Leveling Underlayments and Radiant Uncoupling Mats

Will White

November 20, 2019

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Flatness of the substrate or underlying structure has been and always will be paramount to the flatness of the finished flooring system, regardless of the type of flooring materials used.

Robert Smeton, owner of Artisan Granite & Tile LLC in Nine Mile Falls, WA

Contractor Spotlight: Robert Smeton

November 18, 2019

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In this edition, we sat down with Robert Smeton, owner of Artisan Granite & Tile LLC in Nine Mile Falls, WA, who is a Certified Tile Specialist through the University of Ceramic Tile and Stone.

foam tile backer boards with waterproof built-in

Technical Focus: Moving Beyond the Traditional Tile Backer Board

Duane Paradis

November 20, 2019

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In today’s market, tile installers have numerous options when looking for tile backer boards — cement, gypsum, magnesium, as well as drywall plaster board or wood products — each with its own set of features and benefits.

Cersaie 2019: The International Platform for Tile

This year’s edition of Cersaie showcased the latest trends in tile and design

Heather Fiore

November 18, 2019

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Cersaie is the largest international exhibition for ceramic tile and bathroom furnishings, which is held annually in Bologna, Italy. This year, approximately 900 exhibitors showcased their newest, most innovative products to more than 112,000 visitors from all over the world.

Total Solutions Plus Celebrates 10 Years

The annual industry event was hosted at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center in Nashville, TN

Heather Fiore

November 18, 2019

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This year, Total Solutions Plus (TSP) took place at the Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center in Nashville, TN, from October 27 to 29. For the last 10 years, TSP has welcomed countless professionals in the tile industry to network and learn from each other.

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Looking Toward 2020

Heather Fiore

November 18, 2019

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Another year has seemingly flew by and I’m sure I’m not the only one who feels this way. I can’t believe we’re already wrapping up 2019. Sometimes I wish time would just slow down, but I’m also eager to see what new things 2020 has in store.

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