tional projects under contract with them other than the project in ques- tion. No damage for delays, which puts all the risk of the construction schedule on the trade contractors and does not allow any reimburse- ment of costs for delays even if we are not at fault. Work force supplementation, which allows the contractor to charge you if they supplement your crews, with or without notice or default. Back charge clauses, which allow the contractor to backcharge the trade contractor without notice or with limited notice for an unlimited list of things. Since I’m not an attorney and can’t give legal advice, the most important thing I can say is that you should consult with an attorney prior to signing contracts. Once you understand some of these clauses you can begin to negotiate with greater success. It’s always a good idea to work toward having your proposal with all your inclusions, exclusions and clarifying notes included as part of the contract. Companies that regularly practice these principles are usually Best in Class contractors. That’s some- thing we all aspire to achieve. Keep on tiling! Martin Howard, President NTCA Committee member, ANSI A108 mhoward@davidallen.com PRESIDENT'S LETTER ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Formore information, contact us at: 1-800-726-7845 I www.bostik.com/us • Outstanding application & clean-up properties • Excellent working time • Very color consistent • Efflorescence resistant • Fiber reinforced for added durability • 1/16" to 1/2" grout joints Learn how Bostik has raised the bar once again with the highest performing cement-based grout now available! Watch the Hydroment® Vivid™ video: http:/ /bit.ly/VividVideo Foran easierinstall, use Hydroment ® Vivid ™ high performance grout • Outstanding application & clean-up properties • Excellent working time • Very color consistent • Efflorescence resistant • Fiber reinforced for added durability • 1/16" to 1/2" grout joints 16 TileLetter | March 2018