Friday 28 February 2014

Free Seminar in Brisbane Next Week!


Waterproofing and Tiling Seminar - 5 March 2014.



Come say hello to your local LATICRETE QLD Technical Sales Rep, Nick Collett. 

Nick will be at the Queensland Building and Construction Commission, Internal Waterproofing and Tiling Seminar at the South Leagues Club, West End, Brisbane on Wednesday, 5 March from 4.00 - 6.30pm.

Address: South Leagues Club, Davies Park, Jane Street, West End, Brisbane, QLD.

Come chat to us and find out about our waterproofing membrane, HYDRO BAN®!

HYDRO BAN is a thin, load bearing waterproofing/crack isolation membrane that DOES NOT require the use of fabric in the field, coves or corners. HYDRO BAN is a single component, self curing liquid rubber polymer that forms a flexible, seamless waterproofing membrane. HYDRO BAN bonds directly to a wide variety of substrates.  Click here for more information and view an installation video.

Come see your LATICRETE Sales Rep and find out how you can turn your next project into another globally proven installation, or call 1800 331 012 for more information.

Thursday 27 February 2014

Swimming Pool Systems Warranty



Guaranteed Warranties!


When selecting the swimming pool installation system for your project, consider the value and peace of mind that a LATICRETE warranty can bring. LATICRETE provides comprehensive commercial and residential warranty programs. However, our best guarantee is our 50 years of experience with industrial, commercial and residential installations in every imaginable climate around the world.

Click here to view/download our Pool, Spa and Fountains brochure.

Contact to discuss your next project by calling 1800 331 012 or email us here.

Wednesday 26 February 2014

Upcoming Trade Event at ColorTile, NSW

ColorTile Dee Why


Want to Know More about "StainProof" Grout?



LATICRETE Technical Sales Rep, Joe Tabone will be at ColorTile, Dee Why, NSW demonstrating SPECTRALOCK® - the "StainProof Grout" - on Friday 7th March from 4pm!

We encourage you to join us for an educational demonstration regarding Making More Money & Preventing Grout Problems ! This event will be well worth your attending.

Where: ColorTile, Dee Why
Address: 271 Hardbord Rd
Date: Friday, 7th March
Time: 4.00pm
RSVP by contacting: Phil at ColorTile on (02) 9905 9699 or email: e.phil@colortile.com.au to secure your free t-shirt!

*Attend the trade event and get a LATICRETE 15% Rebate off your next LATICRETE purchase. Make sure you see Joe on the day!  *Conditions apply.

View and take part in a hands-on demonstration of SPECTRALOCK "StainProof" grout. Available in 40 colours with design options of metallic Dazzle accents and "Glow-In-The-Dark" enhancements. HYDRO BAN® waterproofing membrane will also be demonstrated. Click here for more information on HYDRO BAN.

Click here for more information on SPECTRALOCK "StainProof" grout. 

Call us on 1800 331 012 or email us here for more information, request FREE samples or arrange a FREE demo or a Trade Event!

ColorTile Dee Why
Contact: Phil
Tel: 02 9905 9566
Email: e.phil@colortile.com.au

Tuesday 25 February 2014

Gotta Have StainProof Grout!





The Wonders of SPECTRALOCK® PRO Grout


Whether you are grouting a residential or commercial project, on ceramic tile, glass tile and  or stone applications... Whether you are grouting in-doors, out-doors, on walls, floors, swimming pools, fountains and other wet areas or even re-grouting applications, SPECTRALOCK PRO Grout is the perfect choice!

SPECTRALOCK PRO Grout is a patented, high performance epoxy grout that offers colour uniformity, durability and stain resistance with extraordinary ease of use. Inhibits the growth of stain-causing mould and mildew in the grout joints with antimicrobial product protection. 
This is ideal for installations at wide temperature ranges. Uniform colour — no blotchiness or shading. Easy to maintain, cleans to the original colour. Stain resistant. Tough, durable, and crack resistant. Outperforms cement based grout. Non-sag formula for walls and floors. High fashion with DAZZLE component. Click here for more information and view and installation video.
Can we interest you in FREE samples?
Contact us for more information or request your samples on 1800 331 012 or contact us here.

Monday 24 February 2014

LATICRETE Is...



Globally Proven


At LATICRETE we have manufactured and marketed materials, methods and solutions for installing ceramic tile and stone for over 50 years. LATICRETE materials are maintenance free and are guaranteed to perform in all conditions. The LATICRETE range includes ceramic tile adhesives, stone adhesives, waterproofing membranes, stainless grouts and tile cleaners.

Over 50 years of LATICRETE history is shaped by numerous industry firsts. Among the many pioneering achievements, LATICRETE is the first in the tile and stone installation industry to:

  • Create thin-set adhesives
  • Create thin, load-bearing waterproofing membranes
  • Develop sound & anti-fracture one step adhesive
  • Offer warranties inclusive of material and labour
  • Industry leading technical services & support
  • Include antimicrobial protection in products
  • GREENGUARD and low VOC certification
LATICRETE offers a dedication to quality that results in globally proven solutions for virtually every application. Click here to view/download the LATICRETE Proven Installation Systems for Tile and Stone Applications brochure. 
Click here to view/download how LATICRETE have continued to be innovative over the past 50 years.

Contact us for more information, to discuss a project, request FREE samples by calling 1800 331 012 or email us here.

Friday 21 February 2014

What a Way to Start Your Day!

Big smiles from Lester Karklis, while the horse, Substation isn't sure about photo's


A Lifetime Hobby!


Lester Karklis, LATICRETE Australia, Admin Officer gets up 3am every morning and heads down to the Eagle Farm Race Track in Brisbane, QLD to give the beautiful horses a run until 6.30am.

It is evident that Lester is passionate about horses as he has been doing this for the past 28 years, every Monday-Saturday, excluding an additional 6 years when doing his apprenticeship.

What do you do in your spare time?

Thursday 20 February 2014

LATICRETE System Warranties!

LATICRETE System Warranty DS-1097

Warranties!



When you install tile or stone with a complete LATICRETE System of materials then your installation is covered with a comprehensive replacement of labor and materials warranty.

For technical support, answers to installation questions and information on how to obtain a full LATICRETE System warranty contact LATICRETE Technical Support: 1800 331 012 or email technicalservices@laticrete.com.au.

Click here to view/download the LATICRETE Warranty Brochure.

Wednesday 19 February 2014

National Sales Meeting - Day 2 & 3

Fred Gray presenting on High Risk Projects
Nick Collett testing the mixture and texture of a competitor product
Global Tiles team and LATICRETE TSR discussing epoxy grouts
Joe Tabone and Adam Marks, always time for a smile
Chris Anderson grouting with SPECTRALOCK® PRO Grout for the first time.

So much was learnt and shared at the recent LATICRETE Australia National Sales Meeting which was recently held at HQ, in Brisbane.

The Sales Meetings are really Technical Seminars which are three full day of intensive training programs specifically designed for LATICRETE Technical Sales Representatives.  We work to fine tune the skills of our team and their efforts calling on ceramic tile and stone industry professionals such as tile shops, tilers and tile contractors as well as other construction industry professionals.  Our meetings focus on methods, technologies, products and materials to help our customers to improve their profitability and increase their productivity.

Contact a LATICRETE Technical Sales Representative for a FREE demo, FREE sample or advice on our materials or a project you may be working on by calling 1800 331 012 or email us here.

Tuesday 18 February 2014

Proven Installation Systems


Warranties & Installation Systems You Can Rely On!

With over 50 years of worldwide experience, LATICRETE is the recognised leader in product quality and installation expertise. Our highly trained and experienced technical support team are ready to assist you with project specifications, details, BIM, LEED compliance information or to address your installation questions for your specific projects. LATICRETE materials and services are available in Australia and around the world.

Our newly released technical brochure - Proven Installation Systems for Tile and Stone Applications - highlights a range of LATICRETE Installation Systems and Warranties.  These various application area systems include:
Wet Area and Continuous Submersion System - Vapour Reduction System - Self Levelling / Underlayment System - HYDRO BAN® Shower Installation System - Commercial and Industrial Flooring System - Sound Control System - Uncoupling - Vertical Installation System - Plaza and Deck System - Masonry Veneer Installation System (MVIS™) - Grout Solutions.

Click here to view/download this must have brochure.
Click here to view/download our comprehensive Warranties brochure.

Contact your local LATICRETE Technical Rep on 1800 331 012 or email us here to discuss your next project. 

Let LATICRETE turn your project into the next Globally Proven Installation!

Monday 17 February 2014

We Featured in Pool+SPA Review!


Go check us out - LATICRETE is featured on poolandspareview.com.au.


The LATICRETE® Pool, Spa and Fountain System is composed of time and job proven
LATICRETE tile installation products which have been successfully installed around the world for over 50 years. It provides single source responsibility for these demanding, high performance applications.

The LATICRETE System offers the latest technology in construction materials and methods,
delivering superior performance.

The LATICRETE Pool, Spa and Fountain System is resistant to pool chemicals,* shock treatment* and pH imbalance of water*, and has the flexibility and high strength to accommodate differential movement caused by moisture expansion and drying shrinkage.

Click here to view/download the brochure.

Contact us for more information, request FREE samples or to discuss your next project. Call 1800 331 012 or contact us here.

Friday 14 February 2014

LATICRETE Will Be @ Waterfront Hotel, QLD!





Come say hello to your local LATICRETE QLD Technical Sales Rep, Reuben Craig. 

Reuben will be at the Waterfront Hotel, Maroochydore on Tuesday, 18 February from 4.00 - 6.30pm.

Address2/46 David Low Way, Diddillibah, Maroochydore.

Come chat to us and find out about our waterproofing membrane, HYDRO BAN®!

HYDRO BAN is a thin, load bearing waterproofing/crack isolation membrane that DOES NOT require the use of fabric in the field, coves or corners. HYDRO BAN is a single component, self curing liquid rubber polymer that forms a flexible, seamless waterproofing membrane. HYDRO BAN bonds directly to a wide variety of substrates.  Click here for more information and view an installation video.

Come see your LATICRETE Rep to find out how we can help you can turn your next project into another globally proven installation.

Thursday 13 February 2014

Australia National Sales Meeting - Day 1

Nick Collett, Kent Sanderson, Alex Kralefski and Adam Marks
Fred Gray, Jared Caldwell and Glenn Mannix
Joe Tabone and Reuben Craig providing their analysis 
Chris Anderson, taking in as much info as he possibly can

Day 1 of the National Sales Meeting


Lots of knowledge, experience and learnings were taken from Day 1 at the recent National Sales Meeting which was held at LATICRETE Australia HQ, Brisbane. 

The team looked back on 2013 and are eager to see what the focus and direction for 2014 is going to be. 

Keep a watchful eye on our blog for more details of what was covered over these 3 days and how LATICRETE can help our customers to improve their profitability and increase their productivity.

Wednesday 12 February 2014

QUICK - Don't Miss Out On Huge Savings @ Amber!


Quick-Quick, Grab LATICRETE materials!!


Offer ends this Sunday, 16 February


Amber's BIGGEST SALE of 20 to 30% off LATICRETE products, on Glues, Grouts and Sealers. 

Find out more about our SPECTRALOCK® PRO, "StainProof" grout
Visit Amber's website by clicking here for more details on their specials! 

Click here to view our list of LATICRETE stockists and to locate your local Amber store, or call us on 1800 331 012.

Tuesday 11 February 2014

Who is that on the Track?

The LATICRETE Australian Technical Sales Team and Global Tiles
ready to embrace the track!

LATICRETE Technical Service Manager, Fred Gray focused as always

No - that isn't a Data Sheet but rather their race times! From left to right:
Fred Grey, Jared Caldwell, Global Tile and Adam Marks, National Sales Manager

LATICRETE Australia Technical Sales Team and Global Tile Sales Team

Team Building at Kingston Park Raceway, QLD


To "kick off" the LATICRETE Australia, National Sales Team meeting, the LATICRETE Technical Sales team from VIC, NSW, QLD and Global Tile Pty Ltd team from New Zealand took to the track.

It was an afternoon of great fun, good competition and great team building for the guys.

Monday 10 February 2014

Spotted




Tried, Tested and Proven Materials!


The team from RRD Tiling will be using the below LATICRETE materials in this apartment building in Annerley, QLD:

LATICRETE 335 Premium Flexible Adhesive - click here for more information.
PERMACOLOR Grout - click here for more information. 
Smooth Grout with 1176 - click here for more information. 
LATASIL - click here for more information.

Keep an eye on this project for more photo's and the full details!

Can we interest you in FREE samples?

Contact your local Technical Rep on 1800 331 012 or email us here for more information.

Friday 7 February 2014

LATICRETE will be in Toowoomba!

LATICRETE QLD Technical Sales Reps - Nick Collett & Reuben Craig


Come say hello to your local LATICRETE QLD Technical Sales Rep, Nick Collett. 

Nick will be at the Queensland Building and Construction Commission, Internal Waterproofing and Tiling Seminar in Toowoomba on Wednesday, 12 February from 4.00 - 6.30pm.

Address: City Golf Club, 254 South Street, Toowoomba.

Come chat to us and find out about our waterproofing membrane, HYDRO BAN®!

HYDRO BAN is a thin, load bearing waterproofing/crack isolation membrane that DOES NOT require the use of fabric in the field, coves or corners. HYDRO BAN is a single component, self curing liquid rubber polymer that forms a flexible, seamless waterproofing membrane. HYDRO BAN bonds directly to a wide variety of substrates.  Click here for more information and view an installation video.

Come see your LATICRETE Sales Rep and find out how you can turn your next project into another globally proven installation, or call 1800 331 012 for more information.

Thursday 6 February 2014

LATICRETE Gives Back to A Worthy Cause

LATICRETE QLD Technical Rep Nick Collett with
Scott Sullivan, the founder and MND sufferer.

MND and ME Foundation


The MND and ME foundation recently raised enough money to purchase a new building in Coorparoo, QLD. In the past the sufferers and family’s involved, only had a small fibro shack in Inala for respite, etc.

The new building did not have any disabled bathroom facilities...so Lou Zanchetta from Artistic Tiling donated all his team time and labour! LATICRETE donated all the materials to fix and grout all the tiles!

Further donations also came from: Ace Tiles who donated all the tiles.Caroma donated tap-ware and fixtures etc.

Key Objectives of the MND and ME Foundation
  • To assist people living with MND and their families to gain access to health care providers and counselling services and provide funding for these services.
  • To promote community awareness of MND and its impact on those living with the disease and their families/friends through public awareness campaigns and fundraising activities.
  • To assist in facilitating and funding modifications/adjustments to the residences and/or work areas of people living with the disease.
  • To assist in facilitating and funding modifications/adjustments to the motor vehicles of people living with the disease, or supplying alternative means of transport.
  • To assist in facilitating and funding an independent means of mobility for people living with the disease, including motorised wheelchairs, walking frames and hoists.
  • To provide information about the disease and its effects to people living with the disease, their families and friends.
  • To provide opportunities, forums and events whereby people living with the disease, their friends and families can meet with others in similar circumstances to share their feelings, struggles and achievements.
  • To foster relationships and connections between the foundation and similar organisations for the benefit of people living with the disease, in particular, the Motor Neuron Disease Association of Queensland (MNDAQ).
  • To support research efforts by raising awareness about latest research initiatives and by contributing financially towards the funding of research by organisations like the RBWH Foundation.

For more information on MND and ME go to http://www.mndandme.com.au/

Artistic Tiling
Contact: Lou Zanchetta 
Phone: 07 3341-0982 
Email: artistic@optusnet.com.au 
Mob: 0418 194 397

Wednesday 5 February 2014

LATICRETE Global CEO Visits Tassie!

From Left to Right: Ross Easmens, Sales Consultant, David A Rotherberg, LATICRETE Global CEO and Wayne Little, Launceston Store Manager


David A.Rothberg, LATICRETE Global CEO, recently called on one of our LATICRETE Distributors, Wyllie Tiles, Launceston, TAS while touring TAS.

Wyllie Tiles has 4 stores across TAS - Cooee, Devonport, Hobart and Launceston, all of which stock LATICRETE products. 

Visit Wyllie Tiles website by clicking here, call their Head Office on 03 6424 5622 or email: info@wyllietiles.com.au to purchase all your LATICRETE materials in Tassie!

Tuesday 4 February 2014

Come Visit Us In Las Vegas!



LATICRETE will be at The International Builders' Show from 4-6 February 2014!
Come see us at Booth S1200. Click here for more details!

Monday 3 February 2014

A New Month Brings An Exciting NEW Promo!

Tile Shop Promo

Tiler Promo


LATICRETE® LATAFLEX Gold Adhesive & 4-XLT


Don't miss out on this great February promo! Get  4-XLT FREE! 

LATICRETE 4-XLT is a multi-use, polymer fortified adhesive mortar built on the new LATICRETE Water Dispersion Technology (WDT) platform. WDT provides for the complete dispersion of water within the mix allowing users to achieve the desired application consistency.4-XLT offers tremendous utility including non-sag wall installations, medium bed build-up of up to 19mm and thin-set applications of floors. 

In addition, 4-XLT is the first product from LATICRETE to come incorporated with the new LATICRETE DUST LOCK™ Technology. This unique way of manufacturing our adhesives dramatically reduces mess both during transportation of the product as well as during mixing. Meets and exceeds the requirements of AS4922.1 as a C1TS1 classification adhesive. Click here for more information. 

Click here to view just one of the recent projects where 4-XLT was used!

Contact your local LATICRETE Technical Rep for more information by calling 1800 331 012 or email us here.