DIY TIPS
Industrial Flooring
Top 5 tips on how to choose an industrial flooring applicator
By Tal | 2021-04-15 | | viewsInstalling an industrial flooring system, whether on a new floor or the refurbishment of an existing floor, can be a complex project to undertake. Experience teaches us that a correctly prepared substrate, combined with a flooring system that is suited for the relative service environment, will far surpass the life expectancy of that bonded covering. [...]
Decorative overlayments
Multi-level installation system for perfect LVT installations
By Tal | 2020-10-26 | | viewsA beautiful floor plays a large part in creating a cohesive, well designed space, but the look and performance of a floor covering is largely dependent on what lies below. When specifying vinyl sheeting, LVTs or PVC-backed vinyl tiles, the multi-level installation system is critical to ensure the desired end-result. We believe that careful attention must therefore be paid to the correct combination of products, to ensure a successful and long-lasting installation. [...]
Industrial Flooring
Key consideration for installation of an epoxy flooring system
By Tal | 2019-06-14 | | 113998 viewsEpoxy flooring systems are well suited to most industrial applications, particularly where hygiene, chemical and/or abrasion resistance is important. However, there are several key factors to consider, to ensure a successful project. [...]
Industrial Flooring
Performance analysis of epoxy vs. polyurethane flooring systems
By Tal | 2019-03-05 | | 111409 viewsResin-based flooring systems, both epoxy and polyurethane (PU), are the two most common systems used for industrial flooring installations. These are available in thin-build coatings as well as thicker screed types, with gloss, matt or slip-resistant finishes. Self-levelling and smoothing options are also available in certain of the products. [...]
Tiling
Can’t upgrade your kitchen? Get a splashback!
By Tal | 2017-07-05 | | 110671 viewsLooking for a cost-effective way to transform the look and feel of your kitchen? A kitchen splashback is a great alternative to fully upgrading your kitchen. And the best part? You can do it yourself! Popular tiling choices for kitchen splashbacks include glass, stone, and of course, mosaic tiles. These tiles are a beautiful way to enhance the look of any room, because they can be installed over both large and small areas, or as feature panels between other tiles. [...]
General / News
TAL attends largest global tiling, sanitaryware fair in Italy
By Tal | 2016-11-01 | | 77525 viewsAs part of its drive to introduce the latest international trends to the local market, leading construction and tile adhesive specialist TAL attended Cersaie 2016 in Bologna, Italy from 25 to 29 September. [...]
Tiling
Tips for exterior wall & floor tiling
By Tal | 2016-06-01 | | 77059 viewsIt must be noted that external tiling installations – floor tiling or wall cladding – requires a far stronger and more flexible adhesive system. All external installations will be exposed to building movement, thermal expansion and contraction, [...]
Decorative overlayments
The 101 on wood-look tiles
By Tal | 2016-02-19 | | 82017 viewsWooden floors have been around for centuries and are now more popular than ever. With advancements in digital inkjet technology in tile manufacturing, the ever-popular look of wooden floor-ing is being recreated using porcelain and ceramic tiles. [...]
Decorative overlayments
Tips when installing wood-look tiles
By Tal | 2016-02-19 | | 58586 viewsInstalling wood-look tiles requires a bit of time and dedication, especially when the aim is to achieve natural wooden flooring patterns. Wood-look tiles with different shades per tile or box should be laid randomly, not according to the colours. [...]
Decorative overlayments
Top tile trends from Cersaie 2015
By Tal | 2015-12-04 | | 43344 viewsWe look at the biggest trends to come out Cersaie 2015. Architizer notes that if one had to sum up the majority of the tile trends observed at Cersaie 2015 in just a few words, it would be ‘what is old is new, again’ with ‘new twists’ as a close second. [...]
Decorative overlayments
Putting our money where our mouth is
By Tal | 2015-07-31 | | 120663 viewsIn a professional work environment, protecting floors from everyday damage is of extreme importance as damaged floors can cause health and safety issues. [...]
Decorative overlayments
TAL reports on Cersaie 2014
By Tal | 2014-11-12 | | 32026 viewsLocal tile and building solutions manufacturer TAL attended Cersaie 2014 and the fair highlighted that wood-look tiles are still very much in fashion and that tiles are still increasing in size. [...]
Decorative overlayments
TAL supplies polyurethane flooring solution for Spar
By Tal | 2014-08-13 | | 108158 viewsTAL recently supplied TAL X-Calibur X-Tech Urafloor HT, a heavy duty, hygienic, polyurethane flooring solution for the Super Spar extension in Avonmore, Durban. [...]
Decorative overlayments
TAL X-Calibur introduces new decorative screeding system for residential applications
By Tal | 2014-07-09 | | 114487 viewsTAL X-Calibur developed a new decorative screed that was recently used as a final floor solution in a residential home in Copperleaf Estate, Benoni. [...]
Decorative overlayments
TAL X-Calibur introduces a new, rapid-setting, decorative screed
By Tal | 2014-06-11 | | 38808 viewsPolished, decorative and seamless concrete floor solutions are in high demand. We introduce a newly developed industrial grade, rapid-setting and self-smoothing decorative screed called X-Tech StoneFlow [...]
Decorative overlayments
How to prepare a subfloor for laminate flooring
By Tal | 2014-02-13 | | 35948 viewsLaminate flooring is easy to install yourself, but requires a level subfloor that is free of moisture. [...]