Custom Building Products recently introduced VersaBond-LFT RS, a rapid-setting, polymer-modified bonding mortar designed to support the weight of large and heavy tiles

Merkrete’s ProGrout Plus is a high-performance, fast-setting, dustless grout that provides hard and durable grout joints.

This ready-to-use grout is ideal for porcelain, ceramic and natural-stone tiles, glass tile, gauged porcelain tile panels and slabs, luxury vinyl tile and luxury vinyl plank installations. 

Installers from all over the state participated in grout installation training and the Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) hosted evaluations for its Certified Tile Installer (CTI) program.

Often times, the builder, GC, or homeowner express that they need the job done quickly and to ignore the “harmless” paint on the substrate. ANSI says otherwise.

Merkrete is augmenting its grout offerings with two new products: a ready-to-use grout and an advanced version of its ProGrout.

Merkrete is augmenting its grout offerings with the release of an advanced version of its ProGrout and a new ready-to-use grout. 

Why did you choose what's sitting in that shopping cart? Was it the cheapest option on the shelf? Is it even the right thinset for what you're installing?

How important is it to prevent moisture from building up behind a shower tile installation? A happy customer and a successful installation are priority.

Installers and DIY homeowners looking to save time grouting and sealing their installation projects, while also protecting against stain- and odor-causing bacteria, have a new one-step alternative with Stonetech GroutUp Additive by Laticrete.