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Exterior Ventilated Facades: A Growing Trend in the United States?

For the past several years, many industry leaders have been promoting the specification and installation of ventilated ceramic tile facades for exterior vertical applications. Already a prevalent trend in Asia, Brazil and Europe, some experts felt these systems would naturally grow in popularity in the United States.

by Bart Bettiga


Installing Stone Tiles

Stone has a long and enviable reputation for strength and durability, but unless it is selected, installed, and maintained properly, it can suffer like any other construction or finishing material.

by Michael Byrne


More than 1,000 Exhibitors Set to Introduce NewWares at Cersaie 2008

Cersaie, the International Exhibition of Ceramic Tile and Bathroom Furnishings, will take place from September 30 to October 4, 2008 at the Bologna Exhibition Centre, and will treat visitors from all over the world to a one-of-a-kind trade show experience.


New tile manufacturing standard reflects modern market trends and tile testing

With approval by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) all but complete, our industry awaits implementation of the revised ANSI A137.1 tile manufacturing standard, which better addresses the way ceramic tile is manufactured, categorized and sold in the United States today.

by Stephanie Samulski


Tile Manufacturers Cope with Global Energy Crisis

These days, you can’t pick up any newspaper or magazine without seeing a headline about skyrocketing fuel costs and how this situation is affecting the economy, from consumers cutting back their non-essential purchases to companies downsizing to increase profitability.

by John Moore


U.S. China Trade Mission continues partnership building between nations

United States ceramic tile distributors and manufacturers recently participated in the 2nd U.S. China Trade Mission to gain first-hand information from Chinese ceramic and stone manufacturers, tour factories and discussed ways of building business partnerships during the U.S. China Ceramic Forum.


Water and Ceramic Tile: A Beautiful Partnership

No material provides a better barrier to humidity or stops water from seeping through as efficiently as ceramic tile. Its use in swimming pools, spas and public baths is a clear statement that there is no better solution in such environments than ceramic tile.









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