Schluter®-DITRA is a polyethylene membrane with a grid structure
of square, cut-back cavities and an anchoring fleece laminated to its
underside.  It is specifially designed to allow the installation of ceramic
Radiant Heat
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Come talk to one of our sales staff and let them explain just what radiant heat can do for you!
Ceramic
Flooring Specialists and More
540-937-5500 / 800-870-9098
Beige
Creta Beige
Ivory Cream
Luxor Red
Niagara Beige
Piazzo Gold
Vanilla
Type of Tile /
Usage
 Routine Cleaning
 Heavy Duty Cleaning
Glazed walls /
countertops
 Wipe with damp cloth sponge or using
all-purpose cleaner.  Use window
cleaner for glossy surfaces.  Wipe dry
with cloth.
 Clean with scouring powder, commercial tile cleaner, or
all-purpose cleaner using non-metallic scouring pad or very
fine grade stainless steel pad.  Rinse and wipe dry.
Glazed floor tiles
 Vacuum regularly to remove gritty
particles.  Damp mop using solution of
water and "soapless" detergent.
 Use a commercial tile cleaner or a strong solution of water
and "soapless" detergent.  If stained, use scouring powder
paste.  Let stand for five minutes, brush and scrub.  Rinse and
dry.  For large areas and for areas that are difficult to clean, a
power scrubber is recommended.
Glazed shower
tiles
 Use all-purpose or bathroom cleaner.  
Allow to stand for five minutes, rinse and
dry.  You can also use a mixture of equal
parts water and white vinegar or a
commercial tile cleaner.
 Use chlorine bleach or hydrogen peroxide.  Be sure to test
these on colored grout before use.  For stubborn stains, use
scouring powder containing a bleaching agent.  Let stand four
to six minutes, the scrub and rinse thoroughly.  To remove
mildew, use a commercial tile cleaner, chlorine bleach or
ammonia, being sure to test an inconspicuous area first.  DO
NOT MIX BLEACH AND AMMONIA.
Unglazed wall
tiles
 Sponge with a diluted solution of water
and "soapless" detergent.
 Use scouring powder paste.  Let stand for five minutes, then
scour with brush.  Rinse and wipe dry.
Unglazed floor
tiles
 Vacuum regularly to remove gritty
particles.  Damp mop or sponge with
water and/or a diluted solution of water
and "soapless" detergent.
 Use scouring powder paste.  Let stand for five minutes, then
scour with brush.  Rinse and wipe dry.  A small brush is
suitable for small floors; consider a scrubbing machine for
larger areas.
Nat'l Porcelain /  
Semi-Polished  
Porcelain
 Vacuum regularly to remove gritty
particles.  Damp mop using a solution
of water and "soapless detergent", rinse
and wipe dry.
 Use scouring powder paste.  Let stand for five minutes, then
scour with brush.  Rinse and wipe dry.  A small brush is
suitable for small floors; consider a scrubbing machine for
larger areas.
Commercial
Applications
 For smaller commercial areas, vacuum regularly to remove gritty particles.  Using a "soapless
detergent", scrub with an inexpensive nylon brush (such as a "Doodle Bug") and then use a wet/dry vac
to remove water and soap residue.  After initial cleaning, replace the nylon brush and replace thereafter
as it becomes worn.  For large commercial areas, it is best to use a commercial floor scrubbing
machine.
Caring for Your New Ceramic Tile
Ceramic
Ceramic and porcelain tile are excellent mediums to explore for both functionality and design. Ceramic and
porcelain tiling is dense and strong, easy to clean, long lasting and does not absorb smell, water or carry
allergens. It is an excellent choice for kitchens and bathrooms, but it can serve in any part of the house as
either floor tile or decorative wall tile. Because ceramic and porcelain tiles are man made, there is also more
flexibility in the tile design. Tile, like hardwood, can improve the resale value of a home.  The tiles come in a
sometimes overwhelming array of colors and arrangements.  With mosaics, listellos, borders and tiles with
images on them to choose from, rest assured that you will be able to pick out the right tile(s) for your project
For Your Waterproofing Needs:
Come in to our showroom to see our ever-changing selection of stock ceramic tiles ranging in sizes from 12"
x 12" to 18" x 18".  Our current stock is pictured here:
Things to Remember
Never use any harsh agent that can scratch the surface of the tile.  Always test new products in an
inconspicuous corner of the tile before use.  Apply a silicone sealer to your grout joints several times a year
for maximum protection against staining.  Loose or cracking grouts need to be scraped clean and refilled.  
And if you are ever in doubt, don't hesitate to contact us!
and stone tile over any even and load-bearing substrate.  In conjunction with tiled coverings,
Schluter®-DITRA forms an uncoupling, waterproofing, and vapor pressure equalization layer.

Schluter®-KERDI-SHOWER-ST/-SC/-SR is an itegrated family of products that, together, form a fully
bonded, watertight assembly for tiled showers.  Schluter®-KERDI protects wall cavities from vapor
penetration.  
Schluter®-KERDI-DRAIN provides a simple, secure connection to the Schluter®-KERDI membrane at the
top of the assembly.  Other components include pre-formed shower pans, sealants and substrates which all
help reduce weight and installation time.

To help with the tiling of your new shower or tub we also carry preformed niches, benches and soap dishes.  
Since the niches are preformed they help save on labor and construction time and they come in a variety of
sizes and styles.  
Click on the individual pictures to see a larger image.  Hold mouse on the image to see color / pattern name.