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Universal Design 2 Aug 2013 | 01:19 am
What is Universal Design? It’s a term that has evolved from earlier terms “barrier-free design’ and ‘accessible design’ and is also associated with the term Design For All (DFA). What it refers to is ...
Articles and Blog Posts About Porcelain & Ceramic Tile 24 Jun 2013 | 10:36 pm
For more information on choosing, installing, and taking care of your ceramic and porcelain tile, Build Direct has put together a number of blog posts that will help you achieve your design and instal...
Porcelain & Ceramic Tile Glossary 24 Jun 2013 | 10:29 pm
Ceramic: a fired clay material. Porcelain: a specific type of ceramic that has unique features such as a high density and durability. Glaze: When tiles are decorated with natural and artificial colo...
How To Maintain Porcelain & Ceramic Tile 24 Jun 2013 | 10:25 pm
Here’s how to keep your porcelain or ceramic tile beautiful through a regular maintenance regimen, everywhere in your home. Tile countertops Use a pH-balanced cleaner to keep surfaces clean from eve...
How To Install Porcelain & Ceramic Tile 24 Jun 2013 | 10:21 pm
Tile can adorn your kitchen backsplash, your entry floor, or your bathroom shower surround while providing a long-lasting, waterproof surface that is easy to clean. You won’t need extravagant trim to ...
Tools & Accessories List For Porcelain & Ceramic Tile 24 Jun 2013 | 10:19 pm
Here’s what you will need to get your tiling job done right the first time. Measuring tape: Make sure you use builder’s tape and measure carefully. Mastic: This latex adhesive is designed for ...
Porcelain & Ceramic Tile Installation: DIY or Professional? 24 Jun 2013 | 10:10 pm
Although anyone can install tile, there are a few rules of thumb that you may want to keep in mind before embarking on this process on your own. How simple is it? There are different types of tile i...
How Much Porcelain & Ceramic Tile To Buy 22 Jun 2013 | 03:19 am
Measuring and calculating a space for tiles can be tricky, but it can be made simpler if you follow these steps. You’ll need an accurate measuring tape and a calculator to get the numbers right. Step ...
Porcelain & Ceramic Tile Installation Locations 22 Jun 2013 | 02:02 am
Installing outdoor tiles is a very similar process to installing indoor tiles, but the choice of tile is a key component of your project’s success. Here’s how to choose the right tile for the job. Let...
Choosing Porcelain & Ceramic Tile 22 Jun 2013 | 01:53 am
Ceramic tiles are made of inorganic materials, but they have some of the properties of metal in their chemical, mechanical and thermal strength, which makes them useful in many areas of the home. Thei...
