The Ultimate Guide For Every Day Contractors
How to Tile a Shower Niche
Whether you’re remodeling a shower or simply changing your shower tiles, it’s a good idea to understand how to tile a shower niche. This small change not only offers you more space in your shower but also changes the aesthetic of your shower space.
Read MoreAugust 2, 2023
Choosing the right chainsaw chain: A few tips
If you want to get the most out of your chainsaw, it’s important that you choose the saw chain that is exactly right. Here are a few things to keep in mind.
Read MoreMarch 15, 2023
Electric Chainsaw Buying Guide
Are you in the market for a new battery-powered chainsaw? Choosing a chainsaw can be a little daunting at first glance – but once you take a closer look, you’ll be able to pick the best chainsaw to fit your needs.
Read MoreMarch 9, 2023
Waterproof Vs Water Resistant – What’s The Difference?
Showers, wet rooms and steam rooms, substrates should be protected with a suitable proprietary tanking membrane system
Read MoreFebruary 19, 2023
Spotlight: Evolve Tiling
The next generation of trained young professionals in the trade workforce. Evolve Tiling represent hard-working young talent partnering to bring their families’ long-standing trade experience to Connecticut homeowners and businesses.
Read MoreDecember 20, 2022
Large Tile Format Training and Education
Attendees mix, trowel, cut, break, make mistakes and learn from the best. Large Format Tile Training & Education is important for your crew as the material is more and more in demand.
Read MoreDecember 6, 2022
Spotlight: Maine Modern Tile, LLC
Contractors Direct is spotlighting companies on a monthly basis that we work with that have inspirational stories and services. This month, Contractors Direct sat down with Katie Marcotte, who is the project manager and co-owner with husband Eric at Maine Modern Tile, LLC
Read MoreNovember 6, 2022
Spotlight: Argo Tile and Stone
We look forward to spotlighting companies with inspirational stories and services that we work with. This October 2022, Contractors Direct sat down with California-based Sal Azzolino of Argo Tile and Stone to learn more about his services, inspirations and family history in the business.
Read MoreOctober 19, 2022
How Much Concrete Do I Need
Whether you're pouring a driveway or sidewalk, laying the foundation for a shed or garage, or creating an outdoor kitchen, understanding how much concrete you need is critical. Get the information you need to make the best decision here.
Read MoreAugust 8, 2022
A Beginner’s Guide to Lawn Care & Equipment: Tips, Advice & More
Maintaining a beautiful lawn requires time, discipline, and a few specialized tools.
Read MoreJuly 8, 2022
Ultimate Guide to Concrete Power Tools
Explore our ultimate guide to concrete power tools, including a complete list of tools
Read MoreJuly 7, 2022
Types of Generators:The Complete Guide
When contractors and construction site workers need power for their tools on the job site and plugging into utilities is not an option, the most convenient solution is the generator.
Read MoreApril 7, 2022
What Is Core Drilling? The Ultimate Guide
Concrete core drilling, or simply core drilling, is the name of an essential precision concrete cutting technique. Core drilling allows you to cut holes into any concrete, brick, or paved surface, including floors and walls.
Read MoreMarch 23, 2022
4 Types of Saws & How to Use Them
Contractor work involves knowing how to use various tools and equipment, including saws. Every contractor or DIY enthusiast needs to know how to recognize the different types of saws available. Each type of saw is suited for different jobs and applications, and each operates differently.
Read MoreMarch 21, 2022
An Expert’s Guide on How to Tile a Shower Niche Without a Bullnose
A shower niche is a recess in one of your bathroom’s walls, typically the one facing your shower or bathtub. Shower niches form a natural storage shelf resembling a cubby-hole, ideal for your shampoo, soap, conditioner, and other bathroom essentials.
Read MoreMarch 18, 2022
An Expert’s Guide on How to Use a Manual Tile Cutter
Are you looking to start a DIY tiling project? A manual tile cutter is one of the most valuable tools at your disposal. This relatively simple tool is reasonably priced and does not require electricity or water, minimizing your utility bills.
Read MoreMarch 14, 2022
Can You Tile over Tile? The Ultimate Tell-All
For most tiling projects, you need to start from a fresh surface, so re-tiling your floor requires removing the old ones first, which is a challenging and time-consuming process. If your floor needs an update, you may have asked yourself, “Can you tile over tile and save time and effort?”
Read MoreMarch 11, 2022
10 Best Masonry Tools
When performing construction work, whether you’re building, repairing, restoring, or maintaining, you need the right set of tools for the job.
Read MoreMarch 7, 2022
All You Need to Know About Tile Adhesive
Porcelain, ceramic, and stone tiles are popular in bathrooms, kitchens, and basements, where traction and water-resistance are essential. During the tile installation process, your choice of adhesive is essential to the longevity and durability of your tilework.
Read MoreMarch 4, 2022
How to Install Tile Edge Trim
Tile trim is a type of finish that you can apply to a tiled area to produce clean lines and protect tile edges from being damaged following installation. Without tile trim, the edges remain exposed and may chip or crack from impacts.
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