Updated by MAPEI’s Technical Services team, the Tech Talk blog is devoted to sharing practical advice and cutting-edge knowledge for the flooring and construction industry.
Canada’s winters hammer concrete with repeated freeze/thaw cycles and heavy use of de-icing salts. Planitop 12 SR is engineered for exactly that environment: it achieves a 97% durability factor after 300 freeze–thaw cycles (ASTM C666-A) and shows no…
Sealing concrete surfaces is a key strategy for prolonging service life, reducing maintenance costs and protecting against aggressive environments. MAPEI offers three distinct, penetrating water-repellants for specific needs, matching cost and…
Larger and larger tiles are increasingly becoming the norm in tile installations. As a result, avoiding lippage is becoming more difficult and challenging for installers. For example, a 12” x 24” (30 x 61 cm) tile is now being considered a normal…
Ceramic tiles are classified according to ISO 13006 based on their manufacturing method (dry pressing or extrusion) and their water absorption rate. This rate directly influences their behavior on the jobsite, particularly during grouting with…
Choosing the right adhesive for resilient flooring can feel overwhelming, but there’s a simple process I follow before making a recommendation. Here’s how you can apply it to your own projects. Hopefully, it will help some of you to better…
One of the biggest benefits of manufactured stone veneer is the sheer number of styles, profiles, and colors. With seemingly endless options replicating what’s found in nature, there’s a look for every home and every taste. However, this can make…
Manufactured stone veneer (MSV) has long since proven itself to be a go-to building material across residential and commercial interiors and exteriors, sought after for its looks, durability, and installation efficiencies. Yet some misconceptions…
Photo courtesy: CMHA In a game-changing move, changes have been made to masonry codes to introduce new options for designing and constructing adhered masonry veneers that will have a significant impact on how products are used and installed. As the…
Photo courtesy: Eldorado Stone One of the many benefits of using manufactured stone veneer (MSV) versus natural stone is the broad array of color options, no matter your project’s location and geography. But how do you go about choosing manufactured…
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