2023-11-01 16:06
Tiles made from versatile materials like ceramic, stone, or porcelain are the most readily available solution to upgrade the look of any space. However, to install them if you always need to… Read More
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As a company founded with the mission to provide contractors with quality products and responsive service, Tile Pro Depot wants to dedicate this blog to the “Voice of Tile Contractorsâ€, the National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA). The NTCA is a leader in pulling together different industry players including contractors, distributors, and manufacturers to forge consensus on establishing standards and emphasizing the need for education and training thereby making our industry stronger.
We at Tile Pro Depot enthusiastically support the outstanding work the NTCA does for our industry and, as a distributor, commit to building strong relations with our contractor customer community.
2023-10-07 16:03
Innovation and transformation are integral to the interior design industry, and we see their expressions in various architectural creations. While creating something unique, every element ha… Read More
2023-07-16 05:31
If you’ve ever attempted to remove old caulk from a shower or bathtub, you know it can be a pain. Oftentimes, it seems impossible to get the caulk to budge no matter how hard you try… Read More
2023-06-18 12:11
Understanding the Difference Between Cleaning and Bleaching & Removing Bleach Stains from Bathroom Tiles
Cleaning your house is a task that everyone must do on a regular basis. However… Read More
2023-04-26 16:59
Mosaic tiles are not ready-made tiles; but a layer of small pieces of differently colored stones, metals, and glass to create different patterns and designs on walls or floors by mounting th… Read More
2023-04-08 16:56
The quality and finish of tile installation largely depend on the type of subfloor. Subfloors, whether concrete or wood, needs some work to make them ready for tile installation. The subfloo… Read More
2023-03-21 16:53
Floor heating systems thrive on uniform heat distribution across the surface to provide the most comfortable feeling. The distributed heat, better known as radiant heat is a result of using… Read More
2023-03-02 16:49
Most floor cleaners are effective for cleaning various floors to maintain clean looks and hygiene but to clean floor tiles, you need special cleaners that can deeply clean the tile surfaces… Read More
2023-01-23 15:08
In general, a bathroom floor should be waterproofed before tiling. And when it comes to the shower floor, waterproofing goes without saying. Using a waterproof membrane and sealing the joint… Read More
2022-11-06 07:25
A tile floor consists of three layers -the subfloor, the underlayment, and the surface tile. Tile underlayment is crucial to prevent cracks on the slab that can transfer to tiles you have ju… Read More
2022-10-01 14:25
You must have seen caulk being used along the cracks and crevices. Gaps around windows, doors, air ducts, plumbing pipes, kitchen, and bathroom, the options are just endless where caulk can… Read More
2022-09-11 16:32
Explore the features of wet saw and tile cutter to make a smart choice
Are you considering revamping your bathroom tiles and looking for suitable cutters? Well, there are two top options: ti… Read More
2022-08-10 18:03
Bath or shower is always a debatable choice. However, with the awareness of water conservation and time constraints, people are switching to quick showers. Walk-in showers are a great way of… Read More
2022-07-29 13:37
Are you finding it tricky to complete the bathroom or kitchen spaces after the wall tiles and light fixtures? Well, many other features and accessories add to the utility of these spaces. Wh… Read More
2022-07-07 09:38
Be smart – get the waterproofing membrane done before the tiling.
Building a great shower is a skill, and you must have the expertise in plumbing to carry out this with perfection. Sho… Read More
2022-06-08 15:49
What is the best choice for shower wall tile – mortar or adhesive?
Are you confused in deciding between mortar or adhesive for shower wall tile? Well, cement mortar is the convent… Read More
2022-05-02 15:54
Guide to installing shower drain – DIY help!
Installing a shower drain is an important task. You can either do it yourself (if you have plumbing know-how) or can check with the profess… Read More
2022-04-18 15:43
Get shining and fresh-looking grouts and tiles with the right cleaning solution
You must know there are different types of tile grout cleaners available in the market. What is more important… Read More
2022-03-10 15:40
Grouts formulated especially for porcelain and glass tiles are the top sellers in the market right now, given the sharp uptick in these kinds of tiling in homes and offices. Among the produc… Read More
2022-02-25 14:06
Tile Lippage and Ways to Prevent It
Tile lippage is undoubtedly one of the worst problems with tile installation and is, unfortunately, one of the most common ones. You may think that… Read More
2022-01-02 18:32
The Benefits of Epoxy Grout and Its Disadvantages
Everybody loves a fine mosaic tile, but the prospect of scrubbing the grout in between is too intimidating to encourage the love for m… Read More
2021-12-04 16:24
Epoxy grout has become an increasingly popular alternative to the regular cement grout that is now fast fading from the market. Builders are showing a clear favorability towards this new pro… Read More
2021-11-18 18:42
A professional tile cutter is a tile installer’s best mate. It is what gives him the power to make tiles break to their precise requirements. So, if you have a tiling project at hand t… Read More
2021-10-19 17:38
The key to removing caulk from tile is patience. You will hear people say that “removing caulk is removing grout” all the time. However, that is partly true. The caulk is not alw… Read More
2021-09-11 06:49
If you are considering installing a stone seat in your shower, you have picked a beautiful feature to add to your bathroom. Shower seats are excellent additions to bathrooms. They let users… Read More
2021-08-15 16:46
The question of how thick or thin your tile bed be should depends on the type of substrate you have in mind. There is a lot of information about tile substrates on the Internet, and the main… Read More
2021-07-16 11:35
Owing to their beauty, durability, and versatility, glass tiles are gaining tremendous popularity over their ceramic counterparts. Yes, glass tiles are indeed pricey, but the handcrafted, ar… Read More
2021-06-13 08:57
How to install tile floors is a question that is too often asked by DIY enthusiasts. While it is true that tile floor installation is not rocket science, it is also true that this kind of in… Read More
2021-05-12 11:38
A tiling project comes in 3 parts – preparing your drywall for tiling purposes, tiling the surface, and finally, you do the grouting. So, grouting is the final step of any tile install… Read More
2021-04-22 11:26
Owing to their classy look, easy-cleaning and high durability floor tiles are undoubtedly the best. But after a little wear and tear they start losing their liuster; they fall victim to dirt… Read More
2021-03-25 15:34
Had you been thinking of renovating your floors for quite some time now, then it’s the right time for you to go ahead and get that done. No need to worry about the wonky state of your… Read More
2020-12-14 07:05
Tiling over tile is a tricky job, and without the right product it is a fool’s errand. Although tiling over tile is not a highly recommended thing, sometimes it’s done in unavoid… Read More
2020-11-14 06:47
Ceramic is the most durable type of tile you can find in the market. These man-made tiles are the best choice for office settings where traffic is high. These are equally great for homes whe… Read More
2020-09-12 11:42
One of the most popular options of home improvement is tiling and a lot of people these days are going for it to spruce up their home interiors and exteriors. But tiling projects are not wit… Read More
2020-05-30 05:05
Your shower is the wettest place in your house. It is constantly exposed to moisture, seven days a week, 365 days a year. Roughly, the average amount of moisture a shower is exposed to annua… Read More
2020-05-13 15:20
When it comes to setting up a thinset for your swimming pool, it is important that you carefully select the compound as it can determine the overall performance that you get from it. One of… Read More
2020-04-29 07:50
If you have used the Laticrete SPECTRALOCK PRO Premium Grout before, you have every reason to try their Premium Grout. The Laticrete Grout is an incredible improvement on the grout technolog… Read More
2020-03-24 17:33
Tile are a very common way of finishing the walls in remodeled and new baths as they are impervious to water and highly stain-resistant. They are also easy to clean and can be found in numer… Read More
2020-03-04 17:26
Tiling is a highly comprehensive process that should be done with utmost care and precision. Unless you follow the proper procedure to install the tiles, the surface is never going to look g… Read More
2019-12-28 18:39
Caulking a bathroom or a shower is one of the most important ways to maintain it as good as new. While it is true that you can easily do that by using a caulking gun and a well chosen tube o… Read More
2019-12-13 18:31
When you are looking to get porcelain tiles installed in your home or office, it is important that you have the best porcelain tile installation tools that can help you to do the work withou… Read More
2019-11-30 18:07
The ceramic tiles that are often subjected to different kinds of harsh materials like grease or acid is installed frequently using epoxy grout. The epoxy grouts are effectively impervious to… Read More
2019-11-17 13:24
When you are looking to set up shower tiles in your home, you need to consider a number of things one of which is of course the adhesive that you must use with these shower tiles. While a wi… Read More
2019-10-27 09:25
In case there are any gaps or seams in construction joints, they can lead to a lot of heartburn later. Ingress of moisture is just one of the problems. This could be accompanied by other irr… Read More
2019-10-12 09:05
If you are a professional, you would usually be expected to know the meaning and implication of the different terms you use. But there are a large number of laymen who do not know the true m… Read More
2019-09-18 01:17
When your house is being renovated completely or a new house is being constructed, the work is usually undertaken by professional contractors. But when you need something small to be done, l… Read More
2019-09-01 13:10
This will be a short blog, so if you have begun reading this, we assume you already know what grouting is, and are more interested in hearing about some handy tips and tricks about installin… Read More
2019-08-24 12:25
When you use grout during your tile installation, there are three primary benefits you get. The interior surface is made water resistant with the application of grout between adjacent tiles… Read More
2019-08-12 12:15
What is lippage?
When there is a variance in the height of two adjoining tiles, it is referred to as lippage. The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) defines this as the &lsqu&hell…Read More
2019-07-03 19:10
When you are laying tiles on any part of your house, shop, or office, you must know that the tiles come in standard sizes, packed in boxes. But the same size of tile might not be the right f… Read More
2019-06-20 06:32
What is Travertine tile?
The name Travertine is derived from an the Italian word called travertine. This is an amalgamation of the Italian town of Tivoli, and the Latin word Tibur, probably… Read More
2019-05-28 10:34
When you are having your house newly constructed, or a new room constructed in your house as part of its extension, then the contractor would usually take care of all aspects of it, includin… Read More
2019-05-20 09:13
When the choice of grout for the tiling of a surface is being made, there are several considerations like ease of mixing and application, final look, longevity, effectiveness etc. But anothe… Read More
2019-05-09 13:56
One of the construction elements that really give a makeover to your house are tiles. People use tiles to beautify kitchens, bathrooms, swimming pool areas, and even dining spaces. Each of t… Read More
2019-04-08 11:48
When you’re in the tiling business, you’ll often find yourself wearing many hats to fulfill the needs of your customers – so it wouldn’t be out of the norm to find yo… Read More
2019-03-28 07:15
How the best wireless and programmable thermostats 2019 can help you to keep the tile flooring of your home warm
Have you ever felt really irritated to find the tiled floors and walls of you… Read More
2019-02-06 15:00
After carefully and methodically completing a tile installation, you want your hard work to last for years. Unfortunately, not every client will know how to care for their tile once your job… Read More
2019-01-10 12:24
Caulking is an important part of ensuring different areas of your home are airtight and waterproofed. It can save you money on your energy costs and is a great way to tackle quick fixes in y… Read More
2018-12-28 13:48
Cutting tile is an important part of completing any tile flooring installation.
Making pieces fit together well takes skill, precision and the right tools.
At Tile Pro Depot, we sell the bes… Read More
2018-12-26 14:51
Tired of walking across the cold tile floor on a frigid winter morning?
It’s something many of us living in the not-so temperate climates across the United States hate to face. But, wi… Read More
2018-12-15 12:37
The bathroom area is the place in your home where you should spend the least amount of time. Bathroom activities are necessary, but they should not be complicated. To expedite these time-con… Read More
2018-12-10 09:43
Installing a flat tile floor can seem like a daunting task. However, by using the right tools and properly applied techniques any homeowner can complete a tile installation that both looks a… Read More
2018-12-05 12:34
Installing porcelain tiles can be a challenge for homeowners. However, quality installation is within your grasp if you follow the correct steps and complete everything with the right equipm… Read More
2018-11-27 12:21
You get your heat from your feet. A great way to avoid being cold is with an electric underfloor heating kit. Electrical underfloor heating can minimize cold flooring in entryways and surfac… Read More
2018-11-16 08:01
Installing tile sounds like a daunting task.
But with the right tools and know-how, any homeowner can complete a tile installation that looks and performs right.
Tile comes in a wide… Read More
2018-10-25 12:44
Grout is an integral part of your tile design.
Along with holding the tile together, it can add a pleasing aesthetic if chosen and applied correctly. That is why selecting the right shade of… Read More
2018-10-18 13:35
After carefully and methodically completing a tile installation, you want your hard work to last for years. Unfortunately, not every client will know how to care for their tile once your job… Read More
2018-10-10 13:25
When installing a tile floor, lippage is always a concern. Lippage (differences in elevation between the edges of adjacent tile) is a sign of a poorly done job – and any tile installer… Read More
2018-09-25 11:28
When installing a new shower or remodeling an existing one, you’ll need to determine what type of drain will best suit your customer’s needs and taste.
There are many different t… Read More
2018-09-11 10:31
When remodeling an existing shower or building a shower from scratch for a customer, they may ask your opinion on best shower drain system. After all, the shower drain is an incredibly impor… Read More
2018-08-08 13:45
In certain tile installations, a continuous tile application around corners or reliefs in showers call for a trim to create a consistent and finished look in the final product. It’s im… Read More
2018-07-20 10:06
Having a floor-warming kit is a wonderful addition to any household or commercial property. When installed in small areas, it can make rooms like bathrooms and showers much more comfortable… Read More
2018-06-29 07:30
If you want to remodel your home, then you should refresh your bathroom. The bathroom is one of the places in the house that we use a lot. Family members use it, and so do guests. So you can… Read More
2018-06-21 12:44
If you’re thinking about installing or have already installed an electric underfloor heating kit, then you might be wondering how long it takes for your kit to reach the desired temper… Read More
2018-06-12 13:04
Installing tile is a very worthwhile investment. Other flooring materials such as laminate flooring will show wear and tear easily but replacing laminate flooring when it’s stained and… Read More
2018-05-28 09:20
The first thing to note about Laticrete Permacolor grout is that it’s a cost-effective, time-saving, and reduced-waste product. Because it only needs water mixture, the additive requir… Read More
2018-05-02 07:39
When most people think of heated floors, they may think of it as a far, out-of-reach luxury that few can afford. In reality, it’s actually a great cost-effective and energy-efficient w… Read More
2018-05-01 12:55
When installing a walk-in shower, there are many things to consider. The tile color, patterning, shower head placement, and a number of other items are all important factors of a beautifully… Read More
2018-04-20 12:52
After installing stone in a home, it’s important to maintain the color and quality of the natural stone. In order to get the most from the investment, it’s crucial to prevent dam… Read More
2018-04-11 10:47
What Removes Grout Haze from Tiles?
There’s brand new tiling installed in your kitchen and bathroom, but as you admire the work, you notice there’s a hazy tint to everything. You… Read More
2018-04-01 10:48
You’ve just finished a tile installation in a kitchen or bathroom after long hours of tiling and grouting to perfectly place each piece together. The grout has finally dried, and it&rs&hell…Read More
2018-03-15 13:21
Tile and stone floors are beautiful, yet when the weather is cold outside, cool tile or stone on bare feet isn’t an ideal feeling first thing in the morning.
To remedy this, a floor wa… Read More
2018-03-09 13:12
Adding latex additive to your mortar is a great way to boost bond strength and increase durability against freezing and thawing. This is especially ideal for outdoor applications, like aroun… Read More
2018-03-01 14:12
As a tile installation technician, you already know the purpose of thinset. In the simplest terms, it’s the glue that sticks all the tile together and in place.
However, thinset isn&rs&hell…Read More
2018-02-27 06:37
No matter how much experience you have, it’s always important to stay on top of the latest techniques in the tile installation field. Today, we’re talking about grout installatio… Read More
2018-02-20 10:07
Tile is often installed in high traffic areas, like bathrooms and kitchens, so it will require regular cleaning. However, regular mopping and standard tile and grout cleaners often don&rsquo&hell…Read More
2018-02-01 10:07
Installing a perfect tile floor is hard work, so you’re going to want to ensure it’s properly waterproofed. Effectively waterproofing the floor will preserve your handiwork and a… Read More
2018-01-16 07:39
Utilizing a floor tile leveling system when installing a tile floor is a foolproof way to ensure your final product is installed appropriately.
A tile leveling system guarantees that the til… Read More
2018-01-03 11:29
Installing tile over a full-mud floor is a rarity these days. It’s expensive, time consuming, and quite frankly out of date.
The most common tile installation method nowadays involves… Read More
2017-12-07 14:00
Minimize Moisture Barriers with Concrete Vapor Barriers
As a contractor, you’ve most likely been asked to install tile over a variety of surfaces. A common surface that can sometimes p… Read More
2017-11-28 13:04
When selecting a drain for a shower, you’re no longer limited to just function. As shower installation techniques and styles have developed over time, so has the ability to choose a dr… Read More
2017-10-25 10:55
For many centuries, tile has been installed on reinforced mortar beds that have been free to move independent of the subfloor. This was done with a weakly bonded plane situated between the r… Read More
2017-09-27 09:22
When installing tile, there are a variety of bonding agents that can be used. Whether it be thinset, mastic, or epoxy, there are a number of options to consider, each with their own pros and… Read More
2017-09-06 07:02
Sometimes, you don’t have the available room to reinforce a subfloor when laying tile in a traditional way. Maybe the flow of the tile to non-tiled areas won’t suit traditional r… Read More
2017-08-28 07:06
There are a variety of floor tile leveling systems on the market today – but can someone really say which is best?
After all, they all function similarly – and their main purpose… Read More
2017-08-10 10:16
Custom tilework can drastically transform the look and feel of your shower. Beautiful tiling can increase the value of your home, enhance your shower experience, and allow you to match the s… Read More
2017-08-01 09:23
Natural stone walls, floors, and counters can be a beautiful additional to the home, and really act as a focal point of each room. Natural stone is incredibly versatile, and when taken prope… Read More
2017-07-06 07:17
If you’re remodeling your bathroom, that remodeling process most likely involves updating your shower. What you may not realize is that there’s much more to a shower than meets t… Read More
2017-05-22 10:09
When you hear the word “cement,” you think of permanence and longevity. The last thing on your mind is fragility or instability. Cement is supposed to be long-lasting, durable, a… Read More
2017-04-30 19:31
Laticrete Permacolor Grout is a high performance, fast setting grout. This Laticrete grout provides a dense and hard grout joint and is best suited for joints 1/16″ to 1/2″ (1.5m… Read More
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