For a beautiful and long-lasting tile installation, you need to ensure that every facet of the job is completed properly according to tile industry standards and best practices. The key element here is the foundation of the installation, and that's where underlayment for tile solves a multitude of problems.
Tiling over a water problem will not make the problem disappear. Rather, you need to find the source of the water leak before installing any floor surface, including tile.
Trade shows can sometimes blur together. Booth numbers, bright lights, handshakes, quick conversations in the aisle. But every once in a while, a week stands out for the right reasons.
TISE 2026 was one of those weeks.
Does Tile inspire you?
It inspires us intensely, and that's why we're excited to join in the National Tile Day celebrations by sharing with you highlights from tile trends we love.
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Perhaps tiling an elevator isn't at the top of the average homeowner's list of tile installation questions, but it is one that matters to owners, architects, designers, and tile contractors involved in multi-story buildings - including residential ones - with elevators.
In this article, we specifically address a question about using tile for an elevator floor, sharing with you how Mark Heinlein CTI #1112, and Robb Roderick CTI #727 responded in their role as National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) Technical Trainers.
Does the word flat have the same meaning as the word level when it comes to floors and, more importantly, tile installation? If we look in various dictionaries, flat and level can have almost the same definition, which can be confusing.
Happy New Year! Are you ready to make tile installation resolutions for 2026?
If you're already in the know, consider these resolutions a refresher. And, if you're new to the Ceramic Tile Education Foundation and the Certified Tile Installer Program, here's your introduction to a bold, new standards-based, methodical approach to installing ceramic tile.
The December 2025 CTEF Online Auction is over, and we can't thank you enough for being involved and helping CTEF raise $15,786.00!
These funds are critical to supporting the invaluable work CTEF does through its tile installation certification programs and continued education programs.
What goes into evaluating a finished tile installation?
At times, this can be the most frustrating part of the project - for both the installer and the homeowner or project owner. Why? Due to finished tile expectations, naturally occurring variations, and other unexpected situations that fall within industry standards.
