Learn how to prepare and execute a successful installation of ceramic tile or natural stone in this top-to-bottom webinar, TSIS 101 with MAPEI, a global leader in the manufacturing of building materials for the construction industry. This webinar is perfect for professionals and DIY-ers alike, who are looking to enhance their tile & stone installation skills and knowledge, using MAPEI products.

What You'll Learn:

• Introduction to Tiling: Gain a comprehensive understanding of best practices in tile and stone installation, for floors, walls, and wet areas.
• Surface Preparation: Find out what needs to be done to prepare floors and walls of various types of substrates, to ensure a good, long-lasting, quality installation.
• Industry Standards: Learn about the ANSI and ISO standards surrounding tile & stone installations, and how to select the right products for your tiling project.
• Product Overview: Explore MAPEI’s extensive range of products and systems for tiling; including surface preparation solutions, self-leveling underlayments, crack-isolation and waterproofing membranes, mortars, adhesives, grouts and sealers.
• Application Techniques: Get guidance on how to properly adhere both thin-set and large-format tiles for different jobs. We’ll demonstrate techniques for achieving a professional installation every time.
• Q&A: Participate in an interactive Q&A session to get your specific questions answered and gain valuable insights from industry professionals.

Who Should Attend:

• Tile Installers
• Flooring Contractors
• Renovation Specialists
• Home Improvement Enthusiasts
• Anyone interested in learning the fundamentals of tile & stone installation or about the ANSI and ISO standards surrounding products and techniques
  
  

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Name: Ralph Bruno Company: MAPEI Position: Regional Technical Consultant Location: Brampton, ON

Ralph is Central Canada’s Regional Technical Consultant for MAPEI Technical Services.  He specializes in Tile & Stone Installation Systems (TSIS) along with Floor Covering Installation Systems (FCIS).

Ralph has been with MAPEI’s Technical Services Department for 8 years and with 25+ years of hands-on flooring installation experience.  His work and experience in the commercial and residential building industry have given him a wealth of knowledge in the installation world including hardwood, carpet, resilient and tile and stone, among others.