Monday, December 30, 2013
Thursday, December 26, 2013
Have you tried one of these Preformed Niches?
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HYDRO BAN® Preformed Niches are part of the expanded LATICRETE HYDRO BAN line of tile waterproofing products that allow for high quality rapid shower installations. These preformed niches are constructed of lightweight high-density expanded polystyrene with a waterproof finish and are ready to tile.
- Lightweight and durable. Easy to transport, handle and adjust during installation.
- Factory installed code approved waterproofing meets ANSI A118.10 requirements.
- Ready to tile!
- Multiple design options and sizes available adding utility and value to the shower installation.
- Component of LATICRETE Lifetime Warranty - Single source responsibility.
- Works in conjunction LATICRETE tile and stone installation materials.
- Made in America
Click here for more info
Labels: Niche, Preformed, Productivity, Shower
Tuesday, December 24, 2013
Monday, December 23, 2013
Tile & Stone Veneers and Facades
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We provide productivity, experience, expertise and in-depth technical support for the specification & installation of tile & stone as veneers and facades. Interior and exterior. Warm, hot or cold climates. Earthquake as well as freeze-thaw locations.
Friday, December 20, 2013
Tuesday, December 17, 2013
Masonry Thin Veneers
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Labels: Experience, expertise, Masonry, MVIS, Productivity, Veneer
Monday, December 16, 2013
Laticrete PTK Educational Programs
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Message received from a tile guy:Henry,
I would like to take a moment and thank you and all the staff at Laticrete for making my trip to Laticrete a successful one. Being in the design end of the industry it was a valuable experience to learn the amazing products that you have to bring to the table !
Thank you again and I hope your holidays are good ones.
Allan Sheehan
Allan Sheehan
Artistic Tile, LLC
650 Amherst St
Nashua NH 03063
phone: 603.886.1920
fax: 603.821.7334
Friday, December 13, 2013
St. Bernards School Mosaic
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School mosaic artwork done by Primary school students and art teacher
St. Bernards Primary SchoolMt Gravatt, QLD
Australia
Product Used:
LATICRETE® Glass Tile Adhesive
LATICRETE® HYDRO BAN®
LATICRETE® PERMACOLOR® Grout
Thursday, December 12, 2013
Wednesday, December 11, 2013
Tuesday, December 10, 2013
Tile & Stone Installation Systems
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We provide experience, expertise and in-depth technical support for the specification & installation of Tile and Stone in an extremely wide range of application areas. Labels: Experience, expertise
Monday, December 09, 2013
Laticrete Ranked First by Independent Research
Clear Seas Research, an independent market research firm, gave LATICRETE top marks among tile industry manufacturers for service, support, training and product performance in its new 2013 CLEAReport on Tile and Stone Installation Contractor Market Survey.
Contractors in our market were asked, "What one brand is best for…" and LATICRETE was ranked first in customer support, technical support, sales representative support, website and warranty. LATICRETE also tied for first in brand name/reputation, breadth of product line, best overall product performance, availability and best training/tips.
"Without the dedication and hard work of our incredible employees and distribution partners, we couldn't make this happen," said Edward Metcalf, LATICRETE President North America. "We strive every day to provide the best construction solutions to our contractors and can't thank them enough for helping make LATICRETE number one."
The overall purposes of the study were to measure opinions and understand current trends from professionals involved in the tile and stone installation industry. The study focuses on all major types of tile and stone installation products, including setting materials, surface preparation, finishing products and tools/equipment. This in–depth industry study provides accurate and up to date information on current and future product demand, competitive positioning and green building.
The 2013 Tile and Stone Installation Contractor Market CLEAReport measures opinions and current trends from professionals involved in the tile and stone installation industry. The study focuses on all major types of tile and stone installation, including setting materials, surface preparation, finishing products, and tools/equipment. Research objectives include:
Which manufacturers are primarily used and/or preferred among tile and stone installation contractors for the following categories: organic adhesives (mastics), backer boards for floor and wall tile, crack isolation products, cementitious grouts, epoxy grouts, cement based mortars (thin-set), waterproofing products, cleaners, sealers, wet saws and diamond blades, tools and sound reduction products.
What are the general business activities and specific applications used by tile and stone installers?
Which tile and stone products are most often purchased and from where are these products most often purchased?
Which product attributes are most important to the installer in the selection process?
Contractors in our market were asked, "What one brand is best for…" and LATICRETE was ranked first in customer support, technical support, sales representative support, website and warranty. LATICRETE also tied for first in brand name/reputation, breadth of product line, best overall product performance, availability and best training/tips.
"Without the dedication and hard work of our incredible employees and distribution partners, we couldn't make this happen," said Edward Metcalf, LATICRETE President North America. "We strive every day to provide the best construction solutions to our contractors and can't thank them enough for helping make LATICRETE number one."
The overall purposes of the study were to measure opinions and understand current trends from professionals involved in the tile and stone installation industry. The study focuses on all major types of tile and stone installation products, including setting materials, surface preparation, finishing products and tools/equipment. This in–depth industry study provides accurate and up to date information on current and future product demand, competitive positioning and green building.
The 2013 Tile and Stone Installation Contractor Market CLEAReport measures opinions and current trends from professionals involved in the tile and stone installation industry. The study focuses on all major types of tile and stone installation, including setting materials, surface preparation, finishing products, and tools/equipment. Research objectives include:
Which manufacturers are primarily used and/or preferred among tile and stone installation contractors for the following categories: organic adhesives (mastics), backer boards for floor and wall tile, crack isolation products, cementitious grouts, epoxy grouts, cement based mortars (thin-set), waterproofing products, cleaners, sealers, wet saws and diamond blades, tools and sound reduction products.
What are the general business activities and specific applications used by tile and stone installers?
Which tile and stone products are most often purchased and from where are these products most often purchased?
Which product attributes are most important to the installer in the selection process?
Labels: Brand, Clear, Report, Research, Seas, Service, Survey
Friday, December 06, 2013
Message from a Mosaic Artist
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Grateful for the generous and supportive team at Laticrete. Aloha from Waileia!Julie
www.juliericheymosaics.com
Thursday, December 05, 2013
Wednesday, December 04, 2013
Tuesday, December 03, 2013
Monday, December 02, 2013
Reduced Thickness Porcelain Tiles
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The Right Products for Installing Reduced Thickness Porcelain Tiles
When selecting the installation products and system for your Reduced Thickness Porcelain Tile project consider the value and peace of mind that using job site proven LATICRETE products can bring. As well as being covered with a comprehensive warranty !Your best guarantee of success when installing large, thin, 3, 4 and 5mm thick porcelain panels is our 50 years of job site experience around the world in every imaginable climate. Walls, floors and ceilings. Interior and exterior.
We have recently created a new brochure featuring Laticrete Products for Installing Reduced Thickness Porcelain Tiles. Designed to help you select the right adhesive and grout for YOUR project. And to ensure that your project qualifies for a Laticrete System Warranty.
Click here to read or download this brochure - Laticrete Products for Installing Reduced Thickness Porcelain Tiles.
Click here to view our Comprehensive Tile and Stone Installation System Warranties brochures.
Interested in an installation demo or require technical support or advice for your installation? Contact your local Laticrete Technical Sales Rep by calling Toll Free in the USA: 800 243-4788 ext 235 or worldwide call +1 (203) 393-0010 ext 235 or click here to contact us for more information.