In 2018, iQ introduced a range of versatile accessories for what is billed as the first dry-cut tile saw: the iQTS244. This 10-inch dry-cut tile saw was specifically created for professional tile setters and contractors. With fully integrated dust control technology, this tool allows for tile to be cut inside or outside with no water [...]
A US-based maker of power tools with integrated dust collection systems has entered into a partnership with Sydney’s TilersOnline, writes Joe Simpson. As part of its global expansion, Californian company iQ Power Tools has partnered with local, family-owned business TilersOnline to distribute its products in Australia. With fully-stocked showrooms and a 24/7 website, TilersOnline said [...]
Bryan Vardas discusses his experiences with Indian tile makers whose products are gaining traction in the Australian market, based on the latest tile imports data. What are your first thoughts when you think of tiles from India? Are they about quality? Are they about reliability? Or do your thoughts immediately go to consistency? At the [...]
RLA Group has received a big boost to its technical team with the appointment of Davide Caprotti to the role of national technical manager. “…I specialise in all cementitious products. I have formulated ceramic tile adhesives (CTAs), self-levelling cements (SLCs), repair mortars, plasters, skim coats, screeds, as well as cementitious waterproof membranes. “I find the [...]
Roeland Trietsch from Melbourne Polytechnic advocates for waterproofing standards in domestic wet areas to be updated. Originally created in 1989, the Waterproofing Standard of domestic wet areas (3740-2010) is focussed on internal waterproofing applications. The latest version of this standard was released in 2010 and I believe is well overdue for revision. The design of [...]
For the first time, a nationwide search is set to uncover the best tiler in Australia who will go on to represent the country in China later this year. As a market leader in the development and manufacture of tile installation products, Davco is well-positioned to initiate a competition that will acknowledge the best professional [...]
Peter Halliday looks at ceramic tile imports data for the 2018 calendar year. Most imported tiles still originate from China, and there has been a large percentage increase of tiles from India. Data collected by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) shows that Australia imported 45,577,062 square metres of ceramic tiles in 2018. The total [...]
New to the scene, Amber Gregory Hills in NSW is owned and managed by long-time industry professionals who understand the needs of their local market. Franchisees Wayne and Nikki Marshall joined Amber just over nine months ago, but had been undergoing discussions with the group for over two years. Wayne explains, “My wife and I [...]
Gigacer’s Krea range offers eight colours that interpret cement and coloured resin in a modern way. It allows the use of bright colours and bold shades both in residential and in public projects, thanks to the high technical characteristics of the unglazed porcelain stoneware. All the colours are obtained by pressing powders and raw materials [...]
International correspondent, Joe Simpson writes that new gel adhesives from Kerakoll are set to revolutionise the tiling industry. Driven by the legendary research and development (R&D) spend by market leaders Mapei, the past decade has seen many major advances in adhesive and grout formulations. Rapid-setting, ultra-flexibility, extended pot times, high initial grab, and extended workability [...]
