Installing a flat tile floor can seem like a daunting task. However, by using the right tools and properly applied techniques any homeowner can complete a tile installation that both looks and performs right. It is crucial that you know how to keep tile level when installing to ensure your job is done right.  Tile […]

Installing porcelain tiles can be a challenge for homeowners. However, quality installation is within your grasp if you follow the correct steps and complete everything with the right equipment. Using the right thinset for porcelain tile is an important part of any job. The best thinset for porcelain tile will allow you to get the […]

You get your heat from your feet. A great way to avoid being cold is with an electric underfloor heating kit. Electrical underfloor heating can minimize cold flooring in entryways and surfaces in your kitchen or bathroom. Floor Warming Kit Installation The Laticrete Strata Heat floor warming kit combines the benefits of an underlayment membrane […]

Installing tile sounds like a daunting task.   But with the right tools and know-how, any homeowner can complete a tile installation that looks and performs right. Tile comes in a wide variety of shapes, styles and patterns, so no matter your taste there is a tile to suit your design preferences. Along with the […]

Grout is an integral part of your tile design. Along with holding the tile together, it can add a pleasing aesthetic if chosen and applied correctly. That is why selecting the right shade of the permacolor select grout is an important part of your next tile project. Whether in the shower or on the floor, […]

After carefully and methodically completing a tile installation, you want your hard work to last for years. Unfortunately, not every client will know how to care for their tile once your job is complete, and your work can quickly be ruined. To ensure your customers enjoy your handiwork for many, many years, we advise informing […]

When installing a tile floor, lippage is always a concern. Lippage (differences in elevation between the edges of adjacent tile) is a sign of a poorly done job – and any tile installer worth their salt does their best to avoid it. However, when installing large format tile (at least one edge being 15’’ or […]

When installing a new shower or remodeling an existing one, you’ll need to determine what type of drain will best suit your customer’s needs and taste. There are many different types of shower drains you can recommend, like multi-piece, three-piece, and single-piece; or round, square, center, and linear shower drains. For the sake of keeping […]

When remodeling an existing shower or building a shower from scratch for a customer, they may ask your opinion on best shower drain system. After all, the shower drain is an incredibly important part of a shower. It’s not only functional, but can help add flare to the design. The type of shower drain you […]

In certain tile installations, a continuous tile application around corners or reliefs in showers call for a trim to create a consistent and finished look in the final product. It’s important that corner tile trim is installed properly, or else the result will look slipshod and clients will not be satisfied with the finished installation. […]