2022 April/May

In this issue of TILE, we discuss the aesthetic value and durable qualities of gauged porcelain, using the best of the best in large-format tile installation in unexpected places, That Tile Chick shares her personal experience with a complete life change, and much more!

Editorial | Jennifer Richinelli

From the Editor: Taking the Chance

Jennifer Richinelli

April 18, 2022

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Check out my interview in this month’s Contractor Spotlight with That Tile Chick, Schannon Yodice. She shares her personal experience about her complete life change, as well as what drives her to be the best at what she does.

Technical Focus

Gauged Porcelain Tile Panels & Slabs: Decorative, Durable and in Demand

John McIntyre

April 22, 2022

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John McIntyre of Merkrete discusses the aesthetic value and durable qualities of Gauged Porcelain Tile Panels & Slabs (GPTP).

TILE 0422 Case Study Fire Station slide 1

Case Study | A Tale of Two Fire Stations

Fire Rescue Stations Opt for Best of the Best Tile

San Antonio fire rescue stations opt for the best of the best in tile installation

April 19, 2022

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J&R Tile, Inc. is clearly, a very unique company as one of the 50 National Tile Contractor Association (NTCA) “Five-Star” tile installation specialists in the U.S. An opportunity recently came up for J&R Tile, where Albrecht’s team was called upon to install large-format tile, including gauged porcelain wall panels, at two major San Antonio fire stations.

Contractor Spotlight: That Tile Chick

March 22, 2022

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This month, TILE caught up with Schannon Yodice, more commonly known as That Tile Chick.

Products

Product Showcase: Tile Tools & Accessories

April 25, 2022

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Browse through a selection of tile tools and accessories.

TILE 0422 Featured Product 511 Impregnator Sealer

Feature Product: 511 Impregnator Sealer

Miracle Sealants

April 21, 2022

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Use the professionals' trusted choice since 1983 to protect all medium to dense stone, tile, brick and more.

What to Know about Self-Leveling Underlayments for Tile Installations

Self-leveling projects take good planning, proper tools and teamwork

Jim Whitfield

March 7, 2022

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A properly installed SLU can provide a flat, smooth substrate, ideal for tile.

Sika, Merkrete Boost Customer Service Through CTEF Training

March 7, 2022

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Continuously increasing their value to customers and partners, Sika’s and Merkrete’s technical sales teams met for tile-setting training at the Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) last week.