Thursday 28 February 2019

Wow thats got some DAZZLE™



Dave from Stone and Tile Centre, Mornington, VIC, recently tiled and grouted a display in their showroom with SPECTRALOCK® PRO Premium Grout* in 'Midnight Black' and added DAZZLE™ in 'Gold'. Don't you think it looks just dazzling? 

SPECTRALOCK PRO Premium Grout* is designed for use on ceramic tile, glass tile and stone applications, both residential and commercial. It can be used both interior and exterior on floors and walls. Ideal for re-grouting applications, SPECTRALOCK PRO Grout is perfect for swimming pools, fountains and other wet area applications.  

SPECTRALOCK® DAZZLE adds metallic and Glow-In-The-Dark enhancements to SPECTRALOCK PRO Premium Grout. These high-end design elements offer limitless imaginative applications. Use DAZZLE on walls and floors to accentuate metallic tiles, glass tiles, mosaics, stone and listellos. Suitable for use in interior and exterior applications, including swimming pools! 

Why not pop and see Dave and the team at Stone and Tile Centre in Mornington, VIC and check out the display in their showroom?! Chat to the team about the range of LATICRETE tile and stone installation materials that they stock.

Stone and Tile Centre
Address: 25 Carbine Way, Mornington, VIC
Phone: 03 5975 6599
Email: info@stoneandtile.com.au

For more information on LATICRETE installation materials, product demos, FREE samples or technical support, phone LATICRETE on 1800 331 012 or email: sales@laticrete.com.au.

*United States Invention Patent No.: 6881768 (and other Patents)

Wednesday 27 February 2019

Amber Tiles Yallah trained on STONETECH®




Amber Tiles Yallah, NSW, is a preferred stockist for all your LATICRETE tile & stone installation materials. 

Glenn Mannix, LATICRETE Technical Sales Rep, has trained Tracey, Allan and the rest of the team on our STONETECH® range. The team were amazed how brilliant the range is, including STONETECH Epoxy Grout Haze & Coating Stripper

Head in and chat with the friendly team about the wide range of LATICRETE products they stock, including STONETECH, our floor and stone care product range!

Amber Tiles, Yallah
Address: 34 Princess Highway, Yallah, NSW 2530
​Phone: (02) 4256 3666

STONETECH surface care products features innovative water and solvent based, high performance products that have been thoroughly tested to give stone professionals a competitive edge. The STONETECH range offers you and your client low VOC options for advanced stone care. You can protect, clean and transform natural stone, tile and masonry – while protecting the environment and ensuring the quality of your work for years to come.

Click here to view/download our STONETECH product guide brochure.

For more information on LATICRETE installation materials, product demos, FREE samples or technical support, phone LATICRETE on 1800 331 012 or email: sales@laticrete.com.au

Tuesday 26 February 2019

LATICRETE Australia eNewsletter



With the festive season now behind us, the team at LATICRETE Australia have had a busy start to 2019. We are pleased to share our our quarterly eNewsletter, which is filled with loads of exciting content! 

Just some of the newsworthy topics in this issue: 
  • The announcement of our new Victorian, Technical Sales Representative, George Andriotis 
  • The launch of our new website
  • A technical article, "Working with Record Breaking High Temperatures”
  • With the extreme high temps of late, some tips for tiling and grouting in hot weather
  • Australian projects where LATICRETE installation materials have been used
  • Plus loads more!

Click here to read our eNewsletter. Happy reading!


For more information on LATICRETE installation materials, product demos, FREE samples or technical support, phone LATICRETE on 1800 331 012 or email: sales@laticrete.com.au.

Monday 25 February 2019

Trade Brekky at ColorTile Brookvale


LATICRETE will be at ColorTile Brookvale on Friday, 1 March at 6:30am for a LATICRETE Trade Information brekky. 

This is a great opportunity to chat with your local LATICRETE Technical Sales Rep, Joe Tabone, and learn more about how SPECTRALOCK® PRO Premium Grout* and PERMACOLOR® Select can turn your project into another globally proven tile and stone installation. 

Products of focus:
  • SPECTRALOCK PRO Premium Grout is a high performance epoxy grout that offers colour durability and stain resistance with extraordinary ease of use. Can be used for interior, exterior and immersed applications. 
  • PERMACOLOR Select is an advanced high performance cement grout that offers the industry's first dispersible dry pigment solution. 

Trade Event Details:
Where: ColorTile Brookvale
Date: 1 March, 2019
Time: 6.30am-8.30am
Address: 271 Harbord Road, Dee Why, NSW 2100

RSVP: ColorTile Brookvale on 0414 013 460 

We hope to see you there! 

*United States Invention Patent No.: 6881768 (and other Patents)

Friday 22 February 2019

What a Customer Review!




Our new Technical Sales Rep, George Andriotis, is already doing an excellent job in VIC and it's not going unnoticed! George recently provided hands-on training at a LATICRETE stockist, The Pool Tile Company in Melbourne, and here's what they had to say afterwards:

"George has gone above and beyond with his training and instruction on how to use your products. None of our team in Melbourne have had any experience in tiling previously and his training and passing on of knowledge was excellent today", said Shaun Cartwright, National Sales Manager, The Pool Tile Company.

Congrats to George on a job well done!

Are you interested in becoming a LATICRETE stockist in VIC? Do you require training or require technical support in Melbourne?! Contact George!

George Andriotis can be contacted on:
Phone: 1800 331 012
Mobile: 0418 393 642

For more information on LATICRETE, arrange product demos, FREE samples or technical support, call LATICRETE on 1800 331 012, email us here or visit https://au.laticrete.com/en.

Thursday 21 February 2019

Facade Project in VIC





LATICRETE Technical Sales Rep, George Andriotis, was recently at this new residential home in Lyndhurst, VIC. The external facade and pillars was installed using 335 Premium Flexible Adhesive in Off-White and STONETECH® Enhancer Pro™ Sealer, installed by the team from Tiles in Stiles and products supplied by STileS VIC Tile Supplies and Accessories

335 Premium Flexible Adhesive is a high performance thin-bed adhesive for installation a wide range of tile and stone for exterior and underwater applications. 335 Premium Flexible Adhesive exceeds the requirements of AS ISO13007.1&2 classification C2TES1.

STONETECH® Enhancer Pro™ Sealer is a heavy duty sealer that seals and enhances the surface to a deep rich colour.

For more information on LATICRETE, arrange product demos, FREE samples or technical support, call LATICRETE on 1800 331 012, email us here or visit https://au.laticrete.com/en.

Wednesday 20 February 2019

Training at Macquarie Fields TAFE




LATICRETE Technical Sales Rep, Glenn Mannix, was recently at Macquarie Fields TAFE facilitating training for the students on using HYDRO BAN®, waterproofing and crack isolation membrane, and HYDRO BAN® Adhesive& Sealant. The students were devoted to their craft both in the classroom and with hands-on training using LATICRETE  products: 

  • 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.
  • HYDRO BAN Adhesive & Sealant is a one component, fast curing, hybrid elastomeric adhesive and sealant. This product is specifically formulated to meet today’s Green Building Standards and has excellent adhesion on a wide variety of substrates. Particularly for use under HYDRO BAN Waterproof Membrane as a transition fillet and crack filler.

At LATICRETE we are committed to training and classes that discuss commercial, residential, industrial tile and stone installation practices and industry standards. Our training utilises both classroom and hands-on product demonstrations.

Want to arrange a seminar customised for you and your team? Call us on 1800 331 012, or email us here.

Tuesday 19 February 2019

Interior Designers and Tilers Choice in Grout


George Andriotis, LATICRETE Technical Sales Rep, visited Bailey Studio in Canterbury, VIC, to supply the team with their preferred choice of LATICRETE installation system brochures and our popular Grout and Sealant Colour Kit. 

Finding tile grout that will withstand time, wear, and the elements, has been a challenge confronted by installers, designers and builders for decades. Thanks to the dedication and ingenuity of the experts at LATICRETE, tile grout is now available that offers product features previously only dreamed of for commercial and home owner/do-it-yourself installations. 

Did you know SPECTRALOCK® PRO Premium Grout* is the "StainProof" grout? It's available in 40 colours, easy to maintain, cleans to the original colour, inhibits the growth of stain-causing mould and mildew in the grout joints with antimicrobial product protection - great for interior and exterior on floors and walls. Ideal for re-grouting applications. Perfect for swimming pools, spas, fountains and other wet area applications. 

Add that little extra touch, with the DAZZLE™ component. With SPECTRALOCK® Grout DAZZLE™ there are over 200 combinations of 'StainProof' grout available for your installation - not to mention the glow-in-the-dark component! 

Click here to view/download the LATICRETE Grout and Sealant Colour Chart.

Contact us for more information or request samples by calling 1800 331 012 or email us here!


*United States Invention Patent No.: 6881768 (and other Patents)

Monday 18 February 2019

LATAPOXY® Moisture Shield

LATAPOXY® Moisture Shield used in a pool project in Avalon, NSW

LATAPOXY® Moisture Shield is a two component, roller applied epoxy coating specifically designed to reduce moisture vapour emissions in concrete and other substrates. Use over dry and damp concrete and other masonry substrates to reduce the moisture vapour emission to facilitate the correct installation of membranes, tiles, vinyl, timber, adhesives or other floor coverings that require protection from moisture.

Key Features
  • Easy to use - rolls on like paint
  • Cures in 24 hours
  • Can be applied over green concrete (minimum 7 days old)

Click here for more product information.

For more information on LATICRETE installation materials, product demos, FREE samples or technical support, phone LATICRETE on 1800 331 012 or email: sales@laticrete.com.au

Friday 15 February 2019

Amber Gregory Hills Stocks STONETECH®



Amber TilesGregory Hills, NSW, is a preferred stockist for all your LATICRETE tile & stone installation materials. Head in and chat with the friendly team about the wide range of LATICRETE products they stock, including STONETECH®, our floor and stone care product range!

Amber Tiles, Gregory Hills
Address: 7/72 Lasso Road, Gregory Hills, NSW 2557
​Phone: (02) 9557 7661

Trading Hours: 
Monday-Friday: 7.00am - 5.00pm
Saturday: 9.00am - 4.00pm 

Sunday: 10.00am - 4.00pm


STONETECH surface care products features innovative water and solvent based, high performance products that have been thoroughly tested to give stone professionals a competitive edge. The STONETECH range offers you and your client low VOC options for advanced stone care. You can protect, clean and transform natural stone, tile and masonry – while protecting the environment and ensuring the quality of your work for years to come.

Click here to view/download our STONETECH product guide brochure.


For more information on LATICRETE installation materials, product demos, FREE samples or technical support, phone LATICRETE on 1800 331 012 or email: sales@laticrete.com.au

Thursday 14 February 2019

Coogee Pool Project





Joe Tabone has been working with the team on this new residential pool in Coogee, NSW, by EasternBuilt. The 50m2 project is fully tiled with Ezarri glass mosaic, carried out by Sam Reslan together with RJ McAlister Tiling and installed using a range of LATICRETE materials to qualify for a LATICRETE 15 Year Warranty. 

LATICRETE products used:
  • 226 Thick Bed Mortar is a factory prepared blend of carefully selected raw materials, Portland cement and graded aggregates. 226 Thick Bed Mortar was designed for use with 3701 Mortar Admix to produce a latex Portland cement mortar that has exceptional strength. 
  • 3701 Mortar Admix is a specially designed latex admixture for use with thin-set adhesives, cement grouts, cement mortar beds and other cement mixes.
  • LATAPOXY® Moisture Shield is a 2 component, roller applied epoxy coating specifically designed to reduce moisture vapour emissions in concrete and other substrates.
  • 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. 
  • 254 Platinum is the ultimate one-step, polymer fortified, thin-set adhesive. For interior and exterior installation of ceramic and stone tile, reduced thickness porcelain, quarry tile, pavers and thin brick. 254 Platinum provides long open time with unsurpassed adhesion and workability. 
  • SPECTRALOCK® PRO Premium Grout* is a high performance epoxy grout that offers colour uniformity, durability and stain resistance with extraordinary ease of use.
  • LATASIL™ is a high performance, one component, neutral cure, 100% silicone sealant designed for ceramic tile and stone applications. 
  • LATASIL 9118 Primer is a one component primer designed to increase adhesion of LATASIL to various substrates.

Click here to view/download the LATICRETE Pools, Spas and Fountains System Brochure.

Are you getting ready to start a pool project? Contact us to discuss your next project or arrange a demo. Call 1800 331 012 or email us here.

*United States Invention Patent No.: 6881768 (and other Patents)

Wednesday 13 February 2019

Our New Website is Live!


We've launched our new website and we're excited to introduce you to our new look!  


After months of hard work, LATICRETE Australia is proud to announce the launch of our new website which aligns with the Global brand of LATICRETE in the design and layout. Our website features a brand new look, additional product information and a user-friendly browsing experience for the end user, valued customers and business partners. We hope you'll find our website easier to navigate and find what you're looking for quickly and efficiently. 

Homepage
The new website boasts a clean design and intuitive site-wide navigation to help you find your way around with ease. Browsing the Homepage on our website provides direct links to Our Products, Flooring Systems, Education and Training, technical information, our popular Where to Buy, Coverage Calculator function and much more!

Support & Downloads

In this section you will find product information, Catalogue & Brochures, Data Sheets, Warranties, Technical Design Manuals, Certifications and Grout Selector. The Support & Downloads page is designed to educate, inform and guide you as a customer through the website's content and works well regardless of time availability and device used. Learn more.

Social Media

The site contains integrated social media buttons for our Blog, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn and Google+ accounts to keep you in the loop! We will continue to update our content with helpful information, ongoing projects, articles, company announcements, events and training.


We hope you like the new changes. Check out the new website here. 

For more information on LATICRETE installation materials, product demos, FREE samples or technical support, phone LATICRETE on 1800 331 012 or email: sales@laticrete.com.au

Tuesday 12 February 2019

Training at Your Fingertips!



Want to attend training but can't leave your business behind to participate? We understand and we have made it easier for you with our FREE online e-learning program! 

LATICRETE University makes it possible for anyone within the industry to receive education on industry standards from the comfort of their own home or office. Anyone in your company can receive the quality information that was only possible during live training, without leaving the job for an extended period of time.  

Here's how it works:
  • Register for FREE
  • Watch short video tutorials on a variety of different topics
  • Take a short test that will measure your knowledge
  • Upon the successful completion of a segment, a training certificate is provided

LATICRETE University covers a wide range of topics which include: specific product training, understanding deflection, how to apply liquid waterproofing membrane, how to install reduced thickness porcelain tiles, an introduction to Masonry Veneer Installation Systems (MVIS), how to patch and repair concrete, and installing resinous flooring systems - plus lots more! 

Click here for the list of LATICRETE University online classes and to register.

For more information about using LATICRETE materials on your projects, arrange FREE samples, a demo or for technical support, contact LATICRETE on 1800 331 012, or email us here.

Monday 11 February 2019

Comerong Island Pool Complete





In November last year we shared this pool project in Comerong Island, NSW. The team from Amazing Pools have been working hard to get this pool done, and we can truly say it has been worth all the efforts. Well done! The pool features 400x400mm of Limestone tiles, installed using a range of LATICRETE materials:

  • LATAPOXY® Moisture Shield is a 2 component, roller applied epoxy coating specifically designed to reduce moisture vapour emissions in concrete and other substrates.
  • 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.
  • 335 Premium Flexible Adhesive is a high performance thin-bed adhesive for installation a wide range of tile and stone for exterior and underwater applications. 335 Premium Flexible Adhesive exceeds the requirements of AS ISO13007.1&2 classification C2TES1.
  • PERMACOLOR® Grout offers the maximum performance available in a cement-based grout, providing consistent colour and antimicrobial protection to resist stain-causing mould and mildew. PERMACOLOR Grout is easy to install – just mix with water. 


Are you getting ready to start a pool project? Contact us to discuss your next project or to arrange a demo. Call 1800 331 012 or email us here.