bility, technical performance and appearance. This standard applies generally to all surfaces covered in ceramic tiles of all kinds when bonded onto any type of appropriate substrate. This is the first nationwide ceramic tile-laying standard and it will act as a very beneficial tool for all the sector’s different stakehold- ers. The standard addresses the tile- laying process from all viewpoints, outlining the requirements needed to guarantee the quality and dura- bility of these ceramic surfaces. The Spanish ceramic tile sec- tor has undergone major advanc- es in recent years, leading to its increased complexity and to a growth in types of tile products, installation materials and related construction systems. In all the sector’s strategic plans, one of the main threats that has been described is the impact of possible claims due to flaws and failures in tiled surfaces. These flaws and failures can have numer- ous different causes that, in most cases, could be avoided. Ongoing improvements to the quality of tile-laying processes has been hindered by the lack of a ref- erence standard, drawn up by con- sensus, that can help to reduce the pathologies that handicap the sec- tor and improve the performance of tiled surfaces. The standard’s technical guide- lines are based on the UNE-CEN/ CEVISAMA NEWS –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– www.provaproducts.com PROVA® offers a complete assortment of quality ceramic tile accessories with innovative features that have simplified installation processes for all who use it. Since 2008, PROVA® has been providing professionals with a cost effective alternative they can rely on to get their jobs done right the first time! Contact your local distributor and ask for PROVA® products today! LOOKING FOR SIMPLE SOLUTIONS FOR ALL YOUR CERAMIC ACCESSORY NEEDS? WATERPROOFING SYSTEMS CERAMIC TRIMS & NOSING SHOWER DRAIN & PAN SYSTEMS UNDERLAYMENT SYSTEMS TOOLS & SEALANTS 66 TileLetter | May 2017