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New BDC University course: Design Criteria for Ceramic Tile/Stone Installations

New BDC University course: Design Criteria for Ceramic Tile/Stone Installations

Everyone that successfully completed to course will receive 1.0 HSW/LU AIA LU.


By Posted by Tim Gregorski, Senior Editor | July 11, 2012

Design Criteria for Ceramic Tile/Stone Installations provides an overview of the key design elements that are required for a successful ceramic tile/stone installation, including a discussion of the importance of properly designed crack isolation, waterproofing, and sound control membranes.

Upon completing this course, you will be able to:

  • Discuss the critical design elements relating to ceramic tile/stone installations that should be considered during the design and specification phases
  • Explain the importance of properly designed movement joints in reducing flooring failure
  • State the various construction methods and materials used to facilitate a successful ceramic tile/stone installation, and
  • Explain how the features and characteristics of CPE (Chlorinated Polyethylene) composite sheet membranes in a flooring assembly contribute to the prevention of building movement failures.

Everyone that successfully completed to course will receive 1.0 HSW/LU AIA LU.

Click here to take the course. +

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