Case Studies in Porcelain Panel Tile Installation

Sponsored by Coverings 2023
Presented by Alex Bachrach, Steve Clem, Bart Bettiga, and Pasha Starykov
 
1 AIA LU/HSW; 0.1 IACET CEU*; 1 AIBD P-CE; AAA 1 Structured Learning Hour; This course can be self-reported to the AANB, as per their CE Guidelines; AAPEI 1 Structured Learning Hour; This course can be self-reported to the AIBC, as per their CE Guidelines.; MAA 1 Structured Learning Hour; This course can be self-reported to the NLAA.; This course can be self-reported to the NSAA; NWTAA 1 Structured Learning Hour; OAA 1 Learning Hour; SAA 1 Hour of Core Learning

Learning Objectives:

  1. Discuss the advantages and disadvantages of porcelain panel tile in terms of design and material.
  2. Explain how gauged porcelain panel tile can provide cost savings in some instances.
  3. Describe some of the differences in installing large porcelain panel tile versus other tile.
  4. Explain some of the design approaches architects can take with porcelain panel tile.

This course is part of the Tile Academy

Alex Bachrach of Architectural Record moderates a discussion on gauged porcelain panel tile featuring Steve Clem of TVS Design, Bart Bettiga of National Tile Contractors Association, and Pasha Starykov of Star Tile & Stone. Clem provides several case studies showcasing some of the advantages of gauged porcelain tile in both renovation and new construction projects. Starykov offers a perspective as a contractor who learned the art of installing gauged porcelain panels. The group offers insight into the necessary planning and preparation that architects and contractors should expect from these installations, as well as discussing the ever-increasing possibilities for durability and aesthetic design.

Bathroom tile

Photo courtesy of NTCA

Coverings 2023
National Tile Contractors Association

 

 
Originally published in June 2023

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