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.
Amidst 2023’s record-breaking forest fire activity, increasingly violent storms, and more frequent (and frequently disastrous) flooding events, it’s clear we urgently need to build more resilient and green homes and infrastructure in Canada.…
Homeowners often look to adding value and aesthetic appeal by updating their bathrooms to have a modern look with high-end finishings. Glass doors, large-format ceramic tiles and other popular shower coverings always look fantastic at first, but…
The construction industry is always looking for ways to cut costs and save precious hours for their crews on-site. The intelligent use of fiber-reinforced concrete with select admixtures can reduce or eliminate the need for traditional…
There is no denying the enduring popularity of tile and stone as covering options for floors and walls. While advances in kiln technology in recent decades have expanded the options for large-format ceramic tiles, no matter what size or shape they…
Tile edge profiles and trims serve several important purposes in tiling projects, enhancing both the aesthetic appeal and functionality of the installation. These precision-engineered products are sought by designers, who appreciate their practical…
The title of this blog is a frequently asked question that tile installers have considered when a concrete or plywood substrate dips or humps in the floor. Because mortar will stick to the concrete slab and the wood subfloor, and mortar will stick…
All over Québec and Canada the race is on to renovate and build new bathrooms. As any real-estate agent knows, buyers are attracted to homes with new-look bathrooms and high-end finishes, such as large and heavy tiles that simply were not possible a…
There is one thing you can count on when approaching a wall tile installation: The walls are rarely plumb (out of vertical) and true. MAPEI’s Planitop 330 Fast was designed to fix out-of-plumb walls and more. Here’s a typical jobsite scenario: Walls…
As any building inspector will tell you, there is no greater enemy to the longevity of a structure than excessive moisture and water penetration. Be it poured concrete, wood-frames, a tile surface or a stone veneer, keeping water at bay is key to…
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