What Makes a Tile Pool Rated?
When a customer asks whether a porcelain tile is pool rated, a few specifics need to be given before answering. Many...
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Why “A Grade” Porcelain Tile Matters
Shopping for porcelain tile is a juggling act. Quality, aesthetics, and other details are usually the focus in the beginning,...
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Why 24×48 Tile Isn’t Exactly 24×48
One of the exclamations we hear surprisingly often is: “I measured my 24” x 48” tile… and it isn’t exactly...
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Why Porcelain Tile Shade Lots Matter
A common frustration we hear from our showroom dealer is, “This new shipment doesn’t match the tile our...
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Porcelain Tile Shade & Caliber Explained
If you’ve ever looked at the side of a porcelain tile box, you’ve probably noticed terms like Shade, Caliber, or Dye Lot . While they may sound mundane...
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Choosing the Right Porcelain Paver Installation
When most people think about installing porcelain pavers, they imagine using a thin-set mortar to install them. That is certainly one way...
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Do You Need An R11 Tile In Your Shower?
One of the most common questions we hear in the world of porcelain tile is, “What slip rating should my customer use for...
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Porcelain Tile Cleaners: What Really Works
One of the things we are most often asked is, “What’s the best way to clean porcelain tile?” The good news is that porcelain is one of the...
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Can You Install Tile Over Vinyl?
A frequently asked question we hear is, “Can I install porcelain tile over vinyl flooring?” The short answer is sometimes, but it depends on the...
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A Complete Guide to Radiant Floor Heating
Heated floors make it to the top of the list in luxury design. Walking barefoot across a warm tile floor on a cold morning is one of those small luxuries...
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Not All Polished Porcelain Tile Is Created Equal
At first glance, two polished porcelain tiles can look very similar. They’re both glossy, reflective, and pretty. But when you stand back and look closely...
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How to Clean Porcelain Tile Properly
Porcelain tile is one of the easiest surfaces to maintain, but even a durable material can start to look dull or dirty when the wrong products are used. Most...
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