Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 Page 9 Page 10 Page 11 Page 12 Page 13 Page 14 Page 15 Page 16 Page 17 Page 18 Page 19 Page 20 Page 21 Page 22 Page 23 Page 24 Page 25 Page 26 Page 27 Page 28 Page 29 Page 30 Page 31 Page 32 Page 33 Page 34 Page 35 Page 36 Page 37 Page 38 Page 39 Page 40 Page 41 Page 42 Page 43 Page 44 Page 45 Page 46 Page 47 Page 48 Page 49 Page 50 Page 51 Page 52 Page 53 Page 54 Page 55 Page 56 Page 57 Page 58 Page 59 Page 60 Page 61 Page 62 Page 63 Page 64 Page 65 Page 66 Page 67 Page 68 Page 69 Page 70 Page 71 Page 72 Page 73 Page 74 Page 75 Page 76 Page 77 Page 78 Page 79 Page 80 Page 81 Page 82 Page 83 Page 84 Page 85 Page 86 Page 87 Page 88 Page 89 Page 90 Page 91 Page 92 Page 93 Page 94 Page 95 Page 96TRENDS | 2017 85 Setting Materials large-and-heavy tile, thin-bed and wall installations. A 30 lb. (13.6 kg.) bag of TRI-LITE provides the same coverage as a 50 lb. (22.7 kg.) bag of traditional mortar, so it’s easier to transport and easier to trowel. The lightweight for- mula and creamy consistency deliver unmatched workability and superior non-sag capability. TRI-LITE is a compo- nent of the LATICRETE® 25 Year System Warranty providing one source, one warranty from substrate to grout. www.laticrete.com MAPEI Booth #2622 MAPEI Ultralite S2 is a premium-grade, light- weight, single-compo- nent thin-set mortar that is ideal for thin-tile applications. This high-performance, highly deformable, polymer-modi- fied mortar is formulated with Easy Glide Technology™ for ease of appli- cation. MAPEI Ultralite S2 features a long open time, extended cover- age, and superior transfer properties to enhance backbuttering, which is ideal for thin porcelain tiles as well as ceramic tiles and stone material. MAPEI Ultralite S2’s unique Ultralite Technology™ provides twice the cov- erage of a standard thin-set mortar per pound/kg and is TCNA Green Squared Certified® for use on sustain- able projects. www.mapei.com TEC Booth # 3332 TEC® Ultimate LargeTileMortar is a no-slip, no- slump, superior- contact formula for large, thick or ultra-thin walls or floors. It offers superior mortar transfer to tile. Available in white or grey in 40 lb. bags. www.tecspecialty.com Profiles and Transitions––––––––––– Blanke Booth #2936 The func- tionality of tile trims has seen a dramatic improvement since the early days of produc- tion when trims were simply used to protect tile edges. As zero-entry showers and linear drains have become increasingly pop- ular, Blanke has answered with unique and innovative tile trims perfect for new installation trends. Available in brushed, satin, and chrome-plated stainless steel, Blanke’s AQUA Profiles provide solutions for transitioning from sloped shower areas to adjacent floors. AQUA-KEIL, connects sloped shower floors with adjoining walls with AQUA-KEIL WALL, and holds glass partitions to tiled walls with AQUA- GLASS. www.blankecorp.com Ceramic Tool Company Aluminum reducers are trending in the flooring industry. They are being specified and installed instead of vinyl and rubber, due to their higher-end look and durability. They are available in heights to match all types of flooring and are offered in various widths for most applications. Ceramic Tool has been manufactur- ing trims for more than 30 years and can custom make reducers to fit your needs. www.ceramictool.com Schluter Booth #2822 DESIGNBASE-SL provides a modern and stylish alternative to tradi- tional base- boards in commercial buildings and condominiums. Made of metal, it provides added durability and won’t crack or shrink over time, eliminating a common problem with many com- mercial baseboards. DESIGNBASE-SL is installed after the floor and is suit- able for use over any type of floor surface. The cove-shaped base sits on top of the floor and is attached using a suitable adhesive, providing fast and easy installation. It is ideal in situa- tions where the floor is still in good condition but the baseboard needs to be replaced, and offers cost savings over custom fabricated baseboards. Available in two different heights with three finishes. www.schluter.com Sealers/ Cleaners /Maintenance–––– Custom Building Products Booth #3722 Aqua® Mix Cement Grout Haze Remover and Aqua® Mix Non- Cement Grout Haze Remover help install- ers avoid or address costly and time-consuming call backs associated with grout residue on tile and stone. Aqua® Mix Cement Grout Haze Remover cleans cementi- tious grout residue as well as hard water stains, rust stains, efflores-