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Ceramic Tile is a healthy & durable material for any space

Ceramic tile is made of naturally occurring materials and is a healthy choice for indoor air quality and the sustainable choice for green building. With countless options for color, shape, and style, ceramic tile is a versatile design material that can reflect any inspiration you may have, as well as providing high durability and value for applications indoors and out.

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Ceramic tile offers key benefits when used in a wide range of applications spanning numerous industries. Learn more using the tools below to understand the advantages of specifying ceramic tile materials for different projects, including superior design options, cost comparisons, material transparency, and sustainability features for LEED credits.

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Ceramic tile is a long-lasting, highly resilient material for use in projects of all kinds. From beautiful design elements in a home, to incredibly durable flooring material for a hotel lobby, tile is an advantageous choice for a wide range of uses.

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Explore our rich resources and tools to assist with specifying ceramic tile materials for commercial and residential projects.

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Life Cycle Cost Analysis — Floor Coverings Comparison Report

The Tile Council of North America commissioned an independent consultant, Emily Lorenz, PE, F-ACI, to conduct a Life Cycle Cost Analysis study. There are several methods available to evaluate and compare the economic performance of products or systems. For this study, life-cycle cost analysis (LCCA) is used to compare 18 flooring types. An LCCA is…

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Life-Cycle Cost Analysis Summary Chart

Life-Cycle Costs for various floor finishes (per square foot)

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Choosing Your Tile Contractor

This bulletin from the Tile Council of North America (TCNA) outlines considerations to look for when selecting a tile contractor. The difference between trained, experienced installers and inexperienced installers is noticeably reflected in their work, and the difference between a quality contractor and a deficient one is reflected in their service and business operations. Download…

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Leaky Shower Tips

A leaking tiled shower can be the result of an unqualified person performing the work. A leaking shower can damage other areas of the bathroom or even the room below the shower. There are multiple reasons why this could happen. Download PDF

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Case Studies

Brightline Rail Terminal

Lexington Office Park

Los Gatos Library

Private Yacht

Saybrooke Point Residential

Younique Headquarters

Arizona Phoenix Children's Hospital

Colorado College Great Hall

Dusit Thani Guam Resort

Founder’s Brewery

Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya

Square One Mall

The Little Woods House

Toyota Dealership San Francisco

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