Surface Materials

Almost every contractor, and human, knows that using the correct tools for a job often not only makes the physical work easier but improves overall workmanship. That said, selecting and using the proper trowel for your next tile installation project is no different; it's just as important as the selection of thinset and grout. Before[...]

Porcelain and ceramic tiles offer a wide range of design and aesthetic possibilities, making them versatile options for various applications. Whether your project requires functional and utilitarian or bold and daring, porcelain and ceramic tiles offer an unmatched array of design choices from which to select. Interestingly, despite the many benefits, many specifiers seem to[...]

Welcome to the Tile Talk Blog!  We are excited to have you here, as we will discuss lots of important tips, insights, suggestions, and stories as it relates to – you guessed it, tile! Whether your project goals range from green sustainability, to supporting safety initiatives, to determining the appropriateness of tile products and installation[...]

Let's talk glass tile. Specifically how to reduce breakage when working with large glass tiles. Cutting large glass tiles presents challenges with many variables to consider when determining the causality of breakage or underperformance. My experience with glass tiles (for the most part) has been a misinformed understanding of handling, drilling, installation, tools, and cutting[...]

Long considered one of the most versatile floor and wall finishes in the industry, porcelain tile continues to flourish in popularity both indoors and outdoors. From small-scale mosaics to large format panels there isn’t a design or aesthetic need that can’t be achieved. Thanks to modern advancements in material production, digital inks, improved glazes, and[...]

Top 5 Tips to Minimize Lippage Yes, I’m talking about the much dreaded “L – Word”.  Lippage.  A word rarely spoken of or given much thought. Until...issues arise.  A simple, innocuous comment during a final walkthrough, could land you in punch list purgatory - with no way out.  Want to avoid lippage?  Read on. I’m[...]