The 2009 TCA Handbook for Ceramic Tile Installation provides specification writers, architects, contractors and installers industry-consensus, detailed drawings and installation specifications for over 100 installation methods. The specifications for each method include recommended uses, limitations, requirements, materials, preparation by other trades, movement joints and installation standards. The Handbook references American National Standards (ANSI) and American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) test methods.
Two major additions to the 2009 Handbook address current hot topics in building design - accessibility and sustainability.
A new section on accessibility, provides accessibility criteria for tile installations. This section lists ways to make tile installations accessible and steps design professionals can take to minimize lippage and its effects.
The CD-ROM offers English and Spanish versions of:
- 2009 TCA Handbook for Ceramic Tile Installation
- Tile Is The NATURAL Choice Brochure
- American National Standard Specifications for the Installation of Ceramic Tile - ANSI A108, A118, and A136 Material and Installation Standards
- American National Standard Specifications for Ceramic Tile - ANSI A137.1 Standard for Mosaic, Quarry, Pressed Floor, Glazed Wall, Porcelain, and Specialty Tiles Including Trim Shapes (English Only)
- Library of TCNA Members' Catalogs
- Folder of 2009 TCA Handbook CAD Drawings
- Folder of 2009 ANSI A137.1 CAD Drawings
