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October 23, 2024. 6:20 PM

#MAPEITechTip: How do you know you have selected the ‘right mortar’ for the ‘right tile or stone application’?

Are all tile setting mortars the same?  If you were setting tile or stone during the Roman Empire, the answer would be yes, marble set in temples and other areas were set into a mud bed made up of sand, lime and volcanic ash.  Although the exact…

October 17, 2024. 6:31 PM

Large and Heavy Tile Mortar Basics

For thousands of years, tiles were a few inches across because those sizes were easiest to make and fire in a traditional kiln. As recently at the 1980's, 8"x8" floor tiles and 4"x4" wall tiles were typical. The introduction of the roller-hearth…

October 2, 2024. 3:11 PM

#MAPEITechTip: Weekend project – Tiling an outdoor kitchen and BBQ

If your weekend plans include tiling an outdoor kitchen, MAPEI has you covered from start to finish with our exterior-installation products! Probably one of the single most important points to keep in mind is what type of installation products can…

October 2, 2024. 3:00 PM

Beachfront Water Repellents and Sealers

There is nothing like summertime walks on the beach, the smell of the salty ocean breeze, and enjoying a good meal with a great beachfront view. Summer is the busiest time of the year for most beachfront restaurants. However, one of the biggest…

October 1, 2024. 9:04 PM

Choosing the right grout

Choosing the right grout does not have to be a long and excruciating process. However, there are several factors to consider, besides the color, when deciding on grout before your next project. These factors include: Where the installation is taking…

October 1, 2024. 3:39 PM

Luxury heating for luxury vinyl flooring

Mapeheat electric radiant-heating systems are specifically designed for luxury vinyl, engineered wood and laminate flooring, offering contractors a premium solution for their clients’ flooring needs. As a contractor, integrating a heated floor under…

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