In recent years, economists have noted home equity is an increasingly large portion of Canadians’ household wealth. [1] Whether you are thinking about selling your condo or home, or simply aiming to maximize its appeal, renovating the bathroom is…

Across Canada, homeowners are looking for ways to add value and aesthetic appeal by installing interior wall paneling to spruce up the look of their homes. Whether it’s a hallway, recreational room, bedroom, living room – or even a wet environment…

Cement additives are chemical substances added during the cement manufacturing process to improve its properties and optimize the production process. The MAPEI Cement Additives Division (C-ADD) delivers innovative technologies and advanced,…

Amidst 2023’s record-breaking forest fire activity, increasingly violent storms, and more frequent (and frequently disastrous) flooding events, it’s clear we urgently need to build more resilient and green homes and infrastructure in Canada.…

Homeowners often look to adding value and aesthetic appeal by updating their bathrooms to have a modern look with high-end finishings. Glass doors, large-format ceramic tiles and other popular shower coverings always look fantastic at first, but…

The construction industry is always looking for ways to cut costs and save precious hours for their crews on-site. The intelligent use of fiber-reinforced concrete with select admixtures can reduce or eliminate the need for traditional…

There is no denying the enduring popularity of tile and stone as covering options for floors and walls. While advances in kiln technology in recent decades have expanded the options for large-format ceramic tiles, no matter what size or shape they…

Tile edge profiles and trims serve several important purposes in tiling projects, enhancing both the aesthetic appeal and functionality of the installation. These precision-engineered products are sought by designers, who appreciate their practical…

The title of this blog is a frequently asked question that tile installers have considered when a concrete or plywood substrate dips or humps in the floor. Because mortar will stick to the concrete slab and the wood subfloor, and mortar will stick…