Friday 29 August 2014

Progress on Private Luxury Pool



Randy Beard, David Penton, Rick Chafey, Jimmy Reed, Doug Johnston



An Amazing Pool Project in Texas, USA


An update on the above project by Jimmy Reed, Rock Solid Tile Inc. and Doug Johnston, Stonecrest Pools. Looks absolutely amazing - we can't wait to see the pool filled!

View/download the LATICRETE® Pool, Spa and Fountain Tiling Systems Brochure by clicking here, to ensure your next project is as successful. 

For more on Jimmy Reed of Rock Solid Tile Inc. - click here.
For more on Stone Crest Pools - click here.
Click here for more info on WATERtv.

Contact us for more information on the available installation systems and warranties for tile and stone, by calling 1800 331 012 or email us here.

Thursday 28 August 2014

A River Runs Through

"River of Life"


Gary Drostle's River of Life by Julie Richey



The below extract is taken directly from the published article - Mosaic Art NOW, No. 4, 2011:

You can't miss the river when driving into Iowa City, Iowa. The whole town climbs up from its meandering banks. At some points wildly overgrown, at others chastened with minor dams, the river appears placid as it snakes through the University of Iowa campus. Locals know, however, that the river occasionally creeps - or even surges - over its banks. This image of a river as a metaphor for life is the subject of award-winning UK mosaic artist Gary Drostle's largest public commission to date.

One of three large public commissions installed at the University of Iowa in 2010, Drostle's mosaics are a stunning focal point and a welcome addition to the extensive University of Iowa art collection.

Created for the University of Iowa Wellness Center, the River of Life and its accompanying medallion, Movement and Vitality, welcome visitors at the main entrance to this state-of-the-art, $59 million facility. The main mosaic, a 48 by 12 foot "river" of Winckelman porcelain tile, invites viewers to step across its spiralling source and meander, following he flow of both water and student athletes. 

"The course of tesserae are like people's lives," says Drostle. "They start at the top or source, with birth. Some of them don't quite make it," he says, alluding to the infrequent stray lines of tile that snake off the main body of the river, seemingly on their own random journey. The darkest areas of the river are "life out of balance," where the River of Life flows over the darkened quilt and basket patterns, spilling over the perimeter."

Henry B. Rothberg played a vital role in the selection of materials and the support. To continue reading what Gary Drostle had to say about LATICRETE and the products used on this amazing mosaic click here.

For technical or product support contact us by calling 1800 331 012 or email us here.

Wednesday 27 August 2014

LATICRETE Supports Apprentice Training





Nick Collett, LATICRETE QLD Technical Sales Rep had the pleasure of demonstrating SPECTRALOCK® PRO Grout to some forth year apprentices. There were also discussions around installation systems in general at SkillsTech Acacia Ridge, QLD.

The SkillTech TAFE teachers, Derk and Nathanael were very supportive.

For information on SPECTRALOCK PRO Grout and to view an installation video, click here.

Can we interest you in FREE samples or a demo?

Contact us by calling 1800 331 012 or email us here.

TAFE Qld SkillsTech
Tel: 1800 654 447
website: http://tafeskillstech.edu.au/study-with-us/study-areas/construction/

Tuesday 26 August 2014

Sound Control Under Tile and Stone



LATICRETE® 125 Sound & Crack Adhesive


Whether you are trying to control sound transmission through hard surface flooring to occupied space below in a residence or commercial setting, enhancing the quality of living, or suppressing noise to make offices and homes a more productive and pleasant atmosphere, LATICRETE has the answer!

LATICRETE offers a thin, fast to install single step Adhesive Sound Control for Tile or Stone installations.
   
125 Sound & Crack Adhesive is a single step adhesive - just add water, mix and spread to install your tile or stone. Eliminating multi-step, thick, labour intensive methods of installing sound control mats.

125 Sound & Crack Adhesive offers:
  • Anti-fracture and sound protection in one simple step
  • Sound Reduction Rating - ΔIIC 15 as per AS ISO 717.2-2004/AS ISO 140.8-2006
  • "Extra Heavy" Rating per Robinson ASTM C627
  • Superior workability - equipped with lightweight technology
  • Contains 33% Post Consumer Recycled Content
  • GREENGUARD Gold certified, LEED compliant
  • Reinforced with Kevlar®
  • Equipped with antimicrobial protection
125 Sound & Crack Adhesive is a globally proven product supported with in-depth technical service and backed by an available 25 Year System Warranty. 
  
No other company or product offers such innovation and value!

Click here for more info and to watch an installation video. 

Contact your local LATICRETE Technical Sales Rep here, or by calling 1800 331 012.

Monday 25 August 2014

Quickly Get Your Photos In...




Time is Running Out!

Our Mosaic Art Instagram competition closes this Friday, 29 August 2014. So if you haven't entered our competition, quickly do so!

Ok - so what do you need to do to enter our Mosaic Art Instagram Competition?
  1. Your mosaic project must be created/installed with LATICRETE® products.
  2. Follow us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/laticreteaustralia
  3. Follow us on Instagram - @laticreteaustralia
  4. Hashtag your photo on Instagram - #laticreteausmosaic
Questions? Contact us on 1800 331 012 or email us here.

Friday 22 August 2014

What an Accomplishment!



Avi Meadow at the summit of Breithorn

From L to R: Louis Wilson, Avi Meadow and Michael Siu


Avi Meadow, nephew of LATICRETE owners David and Henry B. Rothberg, just returned from a few days spent at around 4000 metres in the Alps on the border of Italy and Switzerland.   

See what Avi Meadow had to say in an email: 

"I climbed with Michael Siu (From Hong Kong) and Louis Wilson (From Chicago), both good friends from University. We started in Zermatt, Switzerland, taking the Klein Matterhorn Tram up to 3800 Metres. From there we traversed East to the base of the Breithorn, where we climbed up the South Western ridge to the western and highest summit at 4165 metres (August 7, 2014).  
From there we descended and continued to traverse East to the Val De Ayas Hut where we spent the night.  The next morning we awoke early and began to ascend to the base of the summit push of Castor, a few hours climbing above the Val De Ayas Hut.  From the base we climbed up the South West face to the summit ridge, where we traversed east on a knife edge and exposed ridge to the summit at 4228 metre ( August 8, 2014). We descended from the Eastern side of the mountain down to the Quintino Sella Hut.  
The next day large storms hit the range so after spending 1 day stranded in the hut, we took a brief window of calm to descend down to the Aosta Valley in Italy to end our journey with a 6 hour, 4 different trains, ride back to Stresa!  The pic with the flag is on the summit of the Breithorn."

Thursday 21 August 2014

Waterproofing Training



Yes, it's HYDO BAN®


Your local LATICRETE Technical Sales Rep, Alex Kralefski providing training on HYDRO BAN® at our offices in Victoria. 

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 to view an installation video & for more information. 

Our training program is specifically developed for ceramic tile and stone industry distributors, dealers and other industry professionals who want to improve their profitability and increase their productivity as they become familiar with LATICRETE profitable, time saving products. Experienced faculty utilises both classroom instruction and hands-on product demonstrations. Attendees also have the opportunity to meet with key LATICRETE personnel.
We offer training and classes that discuss commercial, residential, industrial tile and stone installation practices and industry standards. 
BENEFITS
  • Gain a better understanding of the ceramic tile and stone industry
  • Learn how to select and recommend the most suitable installation materials
  • Gain comprehensive knowledge of LATICRETE products and installations
  • Learn trade definitions, performance requirements and industry standards
  • Learn how to solve and avoid job problems
  • Participate in hands-on product demonstrations 

SEMINAR DATES & LOCATIONS
Our schedule is available as a downloadable PDF

Can we interest you in a FREE pail of HYDRO BAN?

Call 1800 331 012 or contact us here for more information on our products and training provide, and to request your FREE sample!

Wednesday 20 August 2014

Total Terrazzo Uses LATICRETE®






Upgrade to Toowong Shopping Centre!


Total Terrazzo QLD Pty Ltd have chosen LATICRETE 335 and 335 Rapid Premium Flexible Adhesive as their preferred materials for the upgrade of the floor tiling at the Toowong Shopping Centre, in Brisbane.

335 Premium Flexible Adhesive is a high performance thin-bed adhesive for installing a wide range of types of tiles and stone including low absorption ceramic tile, porcelain tile, natural and manufactured stone using thin-set method of installation. 
Click here for more information.

Can we interest you in FREE samples?

Call 1800 331 012 or contact us here for technical support and for more information.

Tuesday 19 August 2014

Do You Want FREE Product?




This PROMO is One Not to be Missed!


Calling LATICRETE Stockists - When you purchase LATICRETE products you will Get $500 Retail Value of DuPont® StoneTech® products.
YES - this may be combined with other LATICRETE promotions!

But wait, there's more - LATICRETE stockists, this great promo is not only restricted to LATICRETE Adhesives.  When you buy a pallet of LATICRETE products, you will automatically get the *$500 retail value of StoneTech® Sealers and Cleaners FREE!

Calling all Tilers - when you buy *5 bags of LATICRETE Adhesives from participating LATICRETE stockists, Receive a FREE DuPont product: 

For more information on this great promo, call us on 1800 331 012 or email us here.
*Conditions apply.


Monday 18 August 2014

Gorgeous Colours

"The Kingfisher"
"The Pond" Panel
The Little Frog - Will he become a Prince?

A Glass/Mosaic Hobbyist - Linden Bird


An email we received from Linden Bird a glass/mosaic hobbyist. Read what Linden says about LATICRETE adhesives and grouts:


"This was the first time that I had used Laticrete on a large piece. I used the ‘normal’ grout in midnight on the attached kingfisher 30cm by 15 cm indoor piece I made last year. I ‘discovered’ Laticrete with this piece as everyone I asked said that Laticrete produced the best colours in their grout range. And I might add they were right. I used the midnight black on the kingfisher piece and it held the black really well. A lot of black grout from other makers seem to go grey once they cure but not this one.

I used the 335 adhesive and the spectralock grout for the first time on the panel as it is an outdoor piece. I found the 335 was lovely and smooth and buttery. I could just as easily butter each piece or put it on larger areas. It also worked really well with the fibreglass mesh I put on some of the larger pieces. Though once it set that was it, there was no changing the location of the piece - it wasn’t going to go anywhere!

The SPECTRALOCK® PRO Grout was really easy to use and the instructions were easy to follow. I found the clean up with this grout a lot easier than ‘normal’ grout and it did not need to be sealed. I felt that the clean up of the grout seemed to clean and add an extra sheen to the glass as well so that was an added bonus.

I have since used the 335 on another piece I made for a friend and this time I added black cement oxide to it. I used it to adhere the little fused square of glass that I fused a frog in glass onto a 15cm square marmox board as well as making the 335 the textured border. This is also attached so you can see what I am talking about.

Thanks,
Linden"


Contact us on 1800 331 012 for more information on LATICRETE products or email us here

Friday 15 August 2014

WIN - Win - WIN

Some of the Mosaics entered into our competition



Quickly - Enter Your Mosaic Art Before It Is To LATE!

Competition Closes - 31 August 2014


Just about anyone can enter our competition - also open to INTERNATIONAL Mosaic Artists and Installers!

Ok - so what do you need to do to enter our Mosaic Art Instagram Competition?
  1. Your mosaic project must be created/installed with LATICRETE® products.
  2. Follow us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/laticreteaustralia
  3. Follow us on Instagram - @laticreteaustralia
  4. Hashtag your photo on Instagram - #laticreteausmosaic
If you working on a mosaic project - the good news is, you have until 4pm, 29 August 2014 to submit your photos!

Questions? Contact us on 1800 331 012 or email us here.

Thursday 14 August 2014

LATICRETE Dr. Out On the Field

Does your Adhesive supplier do Market Research in the field?


LATICRETE R&D Manager, Dr. Surendra Patel On Site.


As the global leader in developing and manufacturing innovative systems for the installation of tile and stone LATICRETE recognises that there are a number of challenges that the construction industry is faced with today. 

To face and address these challenges the LATICRETE team is equipped with a range of technologies, tools & People.  This includes modern and well equipped cutting edge R&D facilities staffed with qualified experienced technical researchers and specialists.

With our LATICRETE R&D resources – people and expertise - we continue to fine tune our construction solutions through state of the art products for the installation of tile and stone.

Through  ongoing research and innovation our products are designed and engineered to meet the needs of specifiers and construction industry professionals. 

LATICRETE is strongly committed to technical support and training for our customers, clients & end-users of our products as well as our own people.

We encourage you to meet and discuss your next project with your local LATICRETE Technical Sales Rep and find out how we can help make your job site another globally proven construction project using our innovative products.

Call us on 1800 331 012 or contact us here.

Wednesday 13 August 2014

Are You Going?


We Have Tickets!


LATICRETE will be there! Will you?

Let us know if you going and we will send you complimentary tickets! Click here to email us your details for your FREE tickets.

Tuesday 12 August 2014

This Is How You Do it!






THE Tilers Choice In Grout

LATICRETE QLD Technical Sales Rep, Nick Collett with team members from SEQ Tiling, mixing up LATAPOXY® SP-100 and SPECTRALOCK® PRO Grout. 

Mix LATAPOXY SP-100 liquids together until colour changes to an evenly mixed colour. Add the Part C - SPECTRALOCK PRO Grout powder, available in 40 colours.

LATAPOXY SP-100 is a stainless, pigment free, colourfast epoxy grout for grouting floor installations of ceramic tile, brick, and stone. Cleans with water while fresh. Can be used for interior and exterior applications. Ideal for kitchen floors, counter tops, bathroom floors, malls, cafeterias, and laboratories. Click here for more information.

SPECTRALOCK PRO Grout is a patented, high performance epoxy grout that offers colour uniformity, durability and stain resistance with extraordinary ease of use.

SPECTRALOCK PRO 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. Click here for more information and to view an installation video.
Can we interest you in FREE samples or perhaps a demo?
Contact for more information by calling 1800 331 012 or email us here

Friday 8 August 2014

WOW - Another LATICRETE Pool Project Underway







Lockyer Valley Sports and Aquatic Centre



LATICRETE® was the choice of installation materials for this 175m2 pool. 

J.H. Cockerell are the engineers and a long time LATICRETE specifier for their pool projects. Douglas Construction is the builder.

Nothing else but a full LATICRETE System is being used for this pool: 
  • 3701/226 - click here for more information
  • 3701/290 - click here for more information
  • SPECTRALOCK PRO Grout - click here for more information and to view an installation video. 
Click here to view/download our Pool, Spa and Fountain Tiling System Brochure - this great brochure details the various System Warranties available. 

For more information about our products, technical support, samples and general enquiries contact us on 1800 331 012 or email us here.

Thursday 7 August 2014

Applying Epoxy Grout - Fine Homebuilding Video


Produced By: Colin Russell and Justin Fink


Nothing Like SPECTRALOCK® PRO Grout


In this YouTube episode, tile setter Tom Meehan demonstrates how to mix and install LATICRETE® SPECTRALOCK PRO Grout for a durable finish in a high-traffic area. Tom shares many tips, including how to clean out the thin-set before grouting, how to angle the float for uniform grout joints, and how to stay on top of cleaning this sticky and time-sensitive material. 

Check out the video here: http://www.finehomebuilding.com/how-to/video/foyer-tile-installation-3-applying-epoxy-grout.aspx#ixzz37mfR6plL  

Can we interest you in a FREE sample of SPECTRALOCK® PRO Grout? 

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

Wednesday 6 August 2014

Glues n Tools and LATICRETE

Darren, Glues n Tools; Henry B. Rothberg and Peter Johnson a Brisbane Tiler



Our General Manager, Henry B. Rothberg with Darren from Glues n Tools, in QLD.

Glues n Tools is your local LATICRETE stockist of Adhesives, Mortars, Grouts, Waterproofing Membranes and Self Levelling materials. 

Glues n Tools
Contact: Darren
Address: Shed 59/193 South Pine Road, Brendale, QLD
Tel:07 3205 33414

For more information on LATICRETE products, requests for FREE samples, to arrange a product demo or even a Trade Event contact your local LATICRETE Technical Sales Rep by calling 1800 331 012 or contact us here.

Tuesday 5 August 2014

Private Residence in NSW







HYDRO BAN® Going In 


LATICRETE Technical Sales Rep, Joe Tabone has been onsite offering technical support and assistance to Steve Smith from Smithy's Contracting, as HYDRO BAN was the chosen waterproofing/crack isolation membrane for this spa in Castlecrag, NSW.

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.

View an installation video on HYDRO, as well as more product information by clicking here.

Contact us for FREE technical support, job site visits or request a FREE sample, by calling 1800 331 012 or email us here.

SMITHYS Contracting Pty Ltd
email: steve@smithyscontracting.com.au
websitehttp://www.smithyswaterproofing.com.au
Tel: 1300 769 444

Monday 4 August 2014

Hopefully You Have Booked This in!

This is Nick - Make sure you see him at the event for your •give away.


Trade Morning Tomorrow!



Your local LATICRETE Technical Sales Rep, Nick Collett will be at Brims Twin Towns Sand and Gravel tomorrow, Tuesday 5 Aug from 7-9am.

Get to see Nick demonstrating HYDRO BAN® waterproofing membrane, STRATA_MAT™ and 3701 Fortified Mortar Bed. 

Nick will discuss how these products can save you time and money buy earning you more $$$ through increased productivity and reducing job site problems.

Chat to Nick about your upcoming projects and find out how LATICRETE will support your next project.

Details of Trade Event
Where: Brims Twin Towns Sand and Gravel
Date: Tuesday, 5 August
Time: 7-9am
Address: 23 Rivendale Crt, South Tweed Heads
Contact: Andrew
Tel: 07 5523 6004

Make sure you see Nick on the day to get your *FREE give away. 
*Conditions apply

Friday 1 August 2014

New Month, Fantastic New Promo


Promo - LATICRETE Stockists


Promo - Tilers

Our 1 August - 31 October 2014 PROMO


This fantastic promo is one not to be missed! 

Calling all LATICRETE stockists - our fantastic promotion is: 

Buy a pallet of LATICRETE Adhesives, Get *$500 Retail Value of StoneTech® Sealers and Cleaners.  This comprises of:
  • StoneTech® Daily Stone & Tile Benchtop Cleaner or
  • StoneTech® Granite & Marble Benchtop Cleaner + Protector or
  • StoneTech® Stone & Tile Cleaner Concentrate
YES - this may be combined with other LATICRETE promotions! 

But wait, there's more - LATICRETE stockists, this great promo is not only restricted to LATICRETE Adhesives.  When you buy a pallet of LATICRETE products, you will automatically get the *$500 retail value of StoneTech® Sealers and Cleaners FREE! 

Calling all Tilers - when you buy *5 bags of LATICRETE Adhesives from participating LATICRETE stockists, Receive a FREE:
  • StoneTech® Daily Stone & Tile Benchtop Cleaner or
  • StoneTech® Granite & Marble Benchtop Cleaner + Protector or
  • StoneTech® Stone & Tile Cleaner Concentrate
For more information on this great promo, call us on 1800 331 012 or email us here.
*Conditions apply.