Proper Applications of Tile and Stone for Kitchens and Bathrooms
Learn Proper Applications of Tile and Stone for Kitchens and Bathrooms
About this course:
A beautiful tile or stone installation in a kitchen or bathroom starts first with good building practices and a sensible design. While natural stone and ceramic tile are outstanding products for these areas, there are many considerations that need to be addressed in order to achieve long term success. The importance of proper material selection for showers, steam rooms, kitchen counters and more will be discussed. We will also explore substrate preparation, movement accommodation, and moisture management.
You'll learn:
- Discuss the proper foundation for a successful installation, including building practices and design
- Recognize the importance of proper material selection for showers, steam rooms and kitchen counters
- Illustrate proper substrate preparation, movement accommodation and moisture management procedures
- Identify proper installation methods
Your Instructor
The International Surface Event (TISE) is the largest North American event serving the floor-covering, stone & tile industries. The International Surface Event is comprised of the The International Surface Event: SURFACES | StonExpo/Marmomac | TileExpo events. Together, these three world-class tradeshows feature four impressive days of the newest products, hands-on demos, inspiring trends, key manufacturers, industry suppliers, along with unmatched education and networking. Held annually each year in Las Vegas, TISE brings together buyers and sellers from all over the world to see the latest products, trends, services and technologies.