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One-Sided Thin Set is Not a Thing: How to Ensure a Proper Bond
March 5th, 2025
At Tile America, we know a successful tile installation starts with proper thin-set application. A common misconception is that thin-set mortar can bond to only one surface—it must adhere to both the substrate and the tile for a lasting hold.
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Large Format Tiles are all the rage! Here's what you need to know.
November 14th, 2023
The world of tile installations has undergone quite a transformation in recent years, and it's been an exciting ride! One major game-changer? The surge in popularity of those fabulous large format tiles. But, of course, with great tiles comes great responsibility – or, in this case, a need for some serious substrate prep.
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Why 95% Mortar Coverage is Necessary on Shower Walls
January 25th, 2023
A recent comment on Facebook said that 95% mortar coverage is not always required on shower walls. While the person making the comment has the right to do so, it goes against the long-established ANSI Standards and Installation Requirements found in the Tile Council of North America (TCNA) Handbook.
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Spectralock 1 - The grout you love pre-mixed!
February 26th, 2020
The Grout You Know and Love in a Pre-Mixed Formula! Never before has a pre-mixed grout offered the superior strength and performance of an epoxy, now found in SPECTRALOCK® 1. This patent pending, professional grade grout offers all the benefits of SPECTRALOCK epoxy grout with...1 minute readPosted in: Setting Materials
