Schluter’s Kali Pharand explains how profiles protect tile edges and create seamless transitions between different flooring materials like stone, carpet, laminate, and LVT—adding value to any project without breaking the budget.
Despite unexpected structural obstacles including a rogue piling and bowed studs, Skyro Floors successfully navigated space constraints to install a semi-curbless shower system in a compact guest bathroom, using the Gruen shower system.
The company introduced SikaTile-150 Moisture Guard Fabric Membrane and SikaTile-250 Fracture Guard UCM, both targeting specific challenges in professional tile installations.
The 12th Annual Installation Awards celebrates skilled flooring installers in both residential and commercial settings. This year’s winners brought their A-game in the form of unique installations and beautiful craftsmanship, and we welcomed one winner from across the pond!
Coverings 2025 showcased a number of tile tool standouts. Ken Ballin, owner, Skyro Floors, and co-founder, Ballin Knows Best, highlights a curated selection of tools and equipment that demonstrate a commitment to tile installation innovation.
Engineered for the precise handling of large-format tile, stone slabs, and glass, the QEP 8-inch Electric Suction Cup delivers professional-grade lifting power with a 264-pound capacity
The enhanced iQ426HEPA Advanced 4-Stage Filtration System now features HEPA H14 technology alongside primary and secondary cyclonic filtration plus Durabond filtering to capture ultra-fine particles and deliver superior air cleanliness for professional jobsites.
The 10" Q-Drive Plus-Tile Blade Dry Diamond-Finishing Touch delivers superior cutting performance and extended longevity for professional tile setters working with ceramic, porcelain, and natural stone, reducing blade changes and minimizing costly downtime.
The versatile QEP Xtreme Series Glass Tile Nipper features titanium-coated tungsten carbide cutting wheels and three Pro Control Settings for precise shaping of glass tiles and mosaics up to 5/16 inch thick across multiple tiling applications.
The Tile Pick is a lightweight, easy-to-use, stainless steel tool, perfect for lifting up a tile that has been damaged or misplaced and risking damage from using a trowel or screwdriver.
