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Jim Whitfield

Jim Whitfield

Jim Whitfield is the director of technical services at MAPEI. He manages a strong technical services group that provides support for MAPEI’s many products for tile and stone installation systems, floor covering installation systems and wood flooring. Jim received the honorary designation of Fellowship from the Construction Specifications Institute in 2001 for his contributions to education in the construction industry. He is actively involved in the tile industry standards as the current president of the MMSA, and is also an active member of the NTCA Technical Committee.

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installing a self-leveling underlayment

Self-Leveling Underlayments in Today’s Ceramic Tile Installations

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Jim Whitfield
January 18, 2022
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A properly installed SLU can provide a flat, smooth substrate, ideal for tile.
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Waterproofing Tile Showers, Steam Rooms and Decks

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Jim Whitfield
June 17, 2021
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When preparing to install a finished floor product over a concrete slab, you want to be sure that you won’t run into problems stemming from the concrete’s moisture condition.
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Complying with the Construction Silica Standard

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Jim Whitfield
April 21, 2020
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It is important you understand the regulation and all that is required to comply.
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Exterior Tile Installation on Walls

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Jim Whitfield
December 17, 2019
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The ceramic tile industry has grown substantially in recent years and a big percentage of the growth is seen in exterior installations.
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