Title:
Concrete Q&A: Large Format Tiles and Floor Flatness
Author(s):
Publication:
Concrete International
Volume:
42
Issue:
7
Appears on pages(s):
67-68
Keywords:
DOI:
10.14359/51727007
Date:
7/1/2020
Abstract:
We are thinking of using 24 x 24 in. (610 mm)
large format tiles for an upcoming project. What
are the challenges specific to the use of large
format tiles and what is the most economical method for
specifying floor flatness in this case?
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