The Client & Project
There were several variables in place while working with Sapp Brothers. These variables were significant challenges we had to overcome in order to complete the project successfully. For instance, this project had close to 20,000 SF of tile from 5 global manufacturers. When contracts work with manufacturers across seas, potential issues with shipping and customs can arise. With a tight schedule, we had one chance to order and receive the correct quantities – especially with a 12 week lead time.Hurdles We Overcame & Worked Through
Constant monitoring of multiple purchase orders became a daily task during the coordination of this project. Sapp Brothers' site had limited room for storage inside of the building. So, this project required a contractor with a warehouse large enough to store all these materials, with access at all times. This project not only needed the right storage for the tile, we had to have enough trucks to ship the material to the site as needed. A site challenge that popped up – the radiuses on the floor. We had 2 colors of 12x24, and a 6x40 all meeting in the radius. This situation required us to use water-jetting to achieve the best results for a highly complex floor pattern. There were 14 different tiles used ranging from 1x1 to 6x40. A job this thorough required working knowledge of all applications, including the range of thickness from one tile to the next. This could have been a challenge for us to perform flat quality install but we were able to achieve the installation. All 20,000 square feet required the use of Epoxy Grouts.Service Highlights
Turner Tile is the crew with substantial experience to complete the grout work on the sales floor in 1 day.The Materials
Porcelain meets strict air quality standards, works against the growth of mold, fungus or bacteria, and more. We can offer porcelain in glazed, color body, and through body finishes.
Ceramics are far more resistant to tread wear in comparison to other flooring materials and easy to clean. We can offer glazed or unglazed ceramic tile finishes.
Quarry is both naturally appealing and very practical. These tiles are slip resistant and are an excellent choice for areas subject to heavy spills and moisture.
Tile has became as rustic as wood. These tiles can come as textured as a hand scraped wood. Available in all different lengths of plank.
Glass tile adds a customized accent to your design. Glass tiles can be used as accents throughout your project.
