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Evaluating minimally destructive methods for detecting concealed damage on dimension stone exterior wall cladding.

Improper use of gypsum board near showers can lead to costly damage. Learn how ANSI standards and smart tile extensions safeguard walls for lasting performance.

The tile industry commonly uses "coverage," "contact," and "transfer" interchangeably when discussing dry-set mortars, but these terms have distinct meanings that affect installation quality. 

Architect Scott Conwell shares insight into an oddly placed joint about 2 feet high at each of the columns along the Trajaneum's east hall on a recent visit to the Temple of Trajan in Turkey.

A leading industry expert will explain the four questions to ask when selecting a membrane.

This 12" x 24" rectified porcelain tile installation demonstrates how skilled craftsmanship can overcome ANSI standard deviations—achieving minimal lippage with credit card-width joints and 50% offset—but experts warn such perfect conditions rarely occur and recommend mock-ups for non-standard specifications.

Installers face critical challenges when clients choose tiles purely for aesthetics, overlooking how they perform in complex patterns like herringbone—often creating conflicts with industry standards for modular systems and consistent joint widths.

Scott Carothers, academic director of the Ceramic Tile Education Foundation, reveals how a seemingly simple request to touch up grout can lead to unexpected complications if proper preparation is overlooked.

 Several reasons why LED lights benefits shower applications include aesthetics, increased lighting and modernization.  

While marble tile looks stunning on your bathroom floor, using it in a shower could lead to unexpected problems. Scott Carothers, academic director of the Ceramic Tile Education Foundation, cautions installers to do their due diligence before using marble in shower applications.