The RedGard® family of water- proofing and crack isolation products from CUSTOM® help c o n t r a c t o r s avoid future problems and complete tile i n s t a l l a t i o n projects faster. • RedGard® Liquid Waterproofing and Crack Prevention Membrane is a ready-to-use, elastomeric product with outstanding adhesion. It deliv- ers durable, continuous coverage that exceeds ANSI A118.10 and ANSI A118.12, is listed with IAPMO as a shower pan liner, and can achieve a heavy-duty service rating. • RedGard SpeedCoat® Rapid Curing Waterproofing Membrane is a liq- uid waterproofing that exceeds ANSI A118.10 and cures in as little as one hour. To complete shower preparation in a day, apply it over CUSTOM’s SpeedSlope® Rapid Setting Sloping Mortar. • RedGard Uncoupling Mat is the crack-isolation, waterproofing and vapor-management membrane that can be applied over challenging substrates like plywood and young concrete. It absorbs the stress of substrate movement to preserve the surface and integrity of the tile and grout. For more information, visit www.custombuildingproducts.com. MEMBER SPOTLIGHT –––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Trostrud decided to give estimating a six-month try, working alongside his father Earl Trostrud, Jr. Brad relished the opportunity to work with his father and to strength- en the bond. By now the company, based in Wood Dale, Ill., had grown to be 15% high-end residential and 85% commercial. It turned out to be a rewarding decision for both of them. Earl, now in his early ’80s, is still working every day, and holds the title of president. Brad is the vice president. Earl and Brad have always been very active in the Ceramic Tile Contractors Association of Chicago (CTCAC) and Tile Contractors Association of America (TCAA), both serving in every position. Earl helped found the Chicago Tile Institute promotion fund to uphold the value of union-installed tile and stone. Earl is also the chairman for the Pension and Welfare fund since 1990, and served as a Zone Director for the TCAA in the ‘70s. In 2013, Earl was awarded the Carl V. Cesery Award that recognizes distinguished service to the tile industry. Brad serves on The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) Technical committee and Tile Council of North America (TCNA) Handbook committee. Brad was also involved in thecreationofAdvancedCertifications for Tile Installers (ACT), a certification program to provide a level of con- sumer confidence for installation pro- cedures that exceed ANSI Standards and TCNA guidelines. Brad has also served as director, treasurer and now is president elect for TCAA. 62 TileLetter | February 2018