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Difference between latex modified thin-set and polymer modified thin-set?
Donato Pompo · Oct 25th, 2006
ANSWER - There are modified thin-set adhesives that meet ANSI A118.4 or ANSI A118.15. They can either me latex modified thin-set where you add the appropriate liquid latex rather than water or there are polymer modified…
Read MoreCeramic Tile Warpage-Top quality tile not completely flat
Donato Pompo · Oct 18th, 2006
ANSWER - There are ANSI A137.1 industry standards on quantifying what is considered acceptable dimension variation within standard grade ceramic tiles. Ceramic tile is not perfect and the installation methods help compensate for the imperfections…
Read MoreShould I use any kind of underlayment on cracked slab?
Donato Pompo · Aug 20th, 2006
Answer - You can not install ceramic tile or stone over cracked concrete without making repairs or providing additional protection or the cracks will continue through the tiles. If the cracks are structural cracks (they move…
Read MoreHow do I remove paint from tile in historical home bath?
Donato Pompo · Aug 1st, 2006
Answer - I assume the ceramic tile you have is a glazed ceramic tile (glass-like coating on the surface) that has crazing in the glaze surface (spider web-like look). Some glazes are softer and more fragile…
Read MoreWet Look Is there a product or treatment to give us a wet look?
Donato Pompo · Jun 7th, 2006
ANSWER - There are sealers called "enhancers" that will give natural stone and unglazed ceramic tiles a wet look or darker look. Unglazed (through-body) Porcelain tile is considered impervious and does not absorb much, although…
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