Innovation and design headlined the Tile of Spain pavilion at Coverings 2009. Manufacturers such as TAU, Apavisa, and Inalco, which earned a “Best Booth” award, unveiled the latest trends, products and technology to arrive from Spain. For more information, call 305-446-4387 or visit spaintiles.info.
Wedi Corp. presents the wedi Fundo Riolito, a prefabricated tileable
shower system designed to drain water through a narrow gap between the
cover plate and adjacent tiling. Featuring a linear or channel drain,
the Riolito is available in three cover plate finishes in high quality
stainless steel. The system is designed to drain at 16 gallons a
minute, offered in 3" by 5" and 4" by 6" sizes, and ideal for
installations where ADA requirements need to be met according to the
company.
Keene Building Products' Quiet Qurl 55/025 MC MT Muffler Technology is a nominal 0.25“, “U” Groove entangled core mat designed to limit impact noise between floors. On the top side, a point bonded, moisture resistant fabric is laminated to the core so that gypsum concrete and other materials can be placed to create a floating floor. On the bottom side, a highly compressible polyester fabric is bonded. This “muffler” almost completely compresses when installed with a 1.25” gypsum concrete floor underlayment, according to the company.
The new Tile Dock tile cutting station from Rotozip provides the
professional a convenient, lightweight, and safe method to secure tiles
while making detailed cuts, bull nosing and edge sanding, according to
the company. The system also minimizes cracking by providing support to
the back of the tile. The Tile Dock Kit (part #TD1-10) includes a
clamping platform, quick clamp, corner dogs, vacuum adapter, and
tracing templates. For more information, visit www.rotozip.com.
Ustek Inc., in partnership with China's Augin Team International,
presents a new modular three-part tile system called EcoTekTiles.
Comprising a patented engineered polymer interlocking base with a
built-in underlayment and top surface tile, the product features easy
locking installation, the company says. Tiles can easily be removed or
replaced as needed, Ustek notes, and are offered in a range of looks,
including "realistic marble, terra cotta, and wood patterned PCB as
well as natural cork." For more information, visit www.ecotektiles.com.
APC Cork offers the Gem and Olympian collections of cork flooring. The Gem collection features "progressive designs and shades," according to the company, and uses irridescent, metallic undertones to create a unique look. The company's Olympian range offers more traditional looks, with "subtle color variations and sophisticated lines and contours," APC said.
I.D.
Premier LVT flooring is new from Johnsonite. Offered in 54 styles, I.D. Premier
takes inspiration from wood and stone textures as well as brushed metal and
solid colors.
ThermoSoft offers its latest electric radiant floor heating mat. The UL listed system features zero EMF and offers a lifetime warranty. ThermoSoft’s 1/8” contractor-grade heating mats are designed to minimize floor height and lay flat for quick installation. Mats are easily manipulated on-site to fit any space. The 1/2” mat grid allows penetration of thin-set or self-leveling cement for one-step installation.