may reduce the risk of crack- ing tile and grout joints such as epoxies, but the warranties come strictly from the manufacturers. – Robb Roderick, NTCA technical trainer/presenter New and improved, LATICRETE® NXT™ SKIM is a premium-quality, fast- drying, cement-based underlayment designed for skim-coating, smoothing and leveling prior to the applica- tion of floor coverings. The improved formula can now hold more water, resulting in a creamier consistency for a smoother application and sleeker finish, as well as an extended pot life and easier troweling. In a first amongst skim-coating products, the NXT SKIM packaging has also been redesigned with a wire tie bag. This tin tie reseal- able feature allows the product to be saved for additional uses, minimizing product waste and increasing cost savings for the installer. NXT SKIM can be applied from skim depth to 1” (0 - 25 mm) and the finished flooring can be installed as soon as 20 minutes after application. Designed to meet UL GREENGUARD® certification stan- dards for low chemical emissions, the new NXT SKIM can be utilized at high profile jobsites, including hospitals and schools. www.laticrete.com. ASK THE EXPERTS –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 24 TileLetter | May 2017