The “Installation & Fabrication” track will help attendees brush up on industry best practices and cutting-edge techniques in the installation and fabrication of tile and stone. 

Logan Reavis, technical services manager, and Mike DeMello, technical services field representative, Mapei, worked with the UNLV students to build the tiled benches

I don’t want to stop learning or evolving. I want to know what is coming my way. I want to be involved and help influence where the industry goes in the future.

The awards, sponsored by Dal-Tile Corp., were an opportunity to showcase craftsmanship. 

Sika’s technical crew performed a full grouting demonstration on a tile wall mockup for gatherings of the industry’s top installers and distributors.

The patent-pending device lets you relocate any misplaced shower drain in just minutes without breaking the bank. 

Supported by gains in the U.S. construction and housing markets and robust overall economic growth, U.S. ceramic tile consumption increased for the first time since 2018.

Merkrete’s focus during North America’s largest ceramic tile and natural stone exhibition is to present high-performance solutions that reduce project times and allow installers to take on more business.

In addition to an awards ceremony, NTCA will host daily contractor tours, live demonstrations and educational sessions.

Proceeds from the raffle benefit CTEF, enabling the foundation to continue its mission, educating, certifying tile installation professionals.