Articles Tagged with ''industry standards''

All across the U.S., there are thousands upon thousands of beautiful, high-quality, and long-lasting tile installations which should be highlighted as examples of the work done by qualified labor as included in the TCNA Handbook. However, when the very sad examples of extremely poor work are seen, they should be reviewed and presented as a learning tool for the tile placer who needs to improve his or her skills.

When we ask who has the last word in the use of tile-related products or procedures, we need to begin with a firm foundation.

In order to deliver an eye-pleasing tile installation, the tile mechanic needs to follow all the tile industry standards and best practices when possible. One of these requirements calls for the tile to be centered and balanced.

Grout has a specific function and when used correctly, it does a great job. Unfortunately, too many tile placers seem to be unclear where grout is to be used and where it should not to be used.

This space has devoted a lot of words to the topic of mortar coverage—or should I say, the lack thereof?

The ANSI standards provide excellent guidance in the proper installation of ceramic and porcelain tile.

The Multilayer Flooring Association and SCS Global Services announced a pilot certification for new resilient flooring products in the multilayer format with rigid polymer cores.

A new ASTM International standard covers initial performance requirements for rigid core resilient flooring.

IICRC is seeking volunteers to serve as non-voting section committee members to discuss commercial standards.

Crossville recently announced that its Laminam gauged porcelain tile panels are compliant with ANSI A137.3 standards.