Schluter System Workshop

INNOVATION WORKSHOP
www.schluter.com

Hosted at:

Hilton Deerfield Beach Hotel
100 Fairway Dr., Deerfield Beach, FL 33441

The Technology Behind the Tile:

Join Schluter®-Systems’ technical experts for a free Innovation Workshop outlining the latest state-of-the-art installation solutions for ceramic and stone tile installations and the theories behind their innovation. Share your experiences with colleagues in an informative, energetic atmosphere.

Schedule For 2012:

February 21 - 22
June 19 - 20
October 9 - 10

Each 2-day course consists of both classroom and hands-on instruction.

Shower System Waterproofing is the foundation of a successful tiled bathroom. Moisture sensitive construction materials must be protected from water and vapor penetration to prevent damage, and the growth of mold.

Learn about the Schluter®-Shower System, KERDI-BOARD, DITRA & DITRA-XL and Profiles

Learn how a multi-functional underlayment produces tiled floors that will last a lifetime. Specifically designed for ceramic and stone tile.

INNOVATION WORKSHOP ITINERARY

Day 1
7:00 a.m. Breakfast (compliments of Schluter®-Systems)
8:00 a.m. Workshop begins
11:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Lunch served on location (compliments of Schluter®-Systems)
5:00 p.m. Class ends
6:30 p.m. Dinner - local restaurant (compliments of Schluter®-Systems)

Day 2
7:00 a.m. Checkout, breakfast (compliments of Schluter®-Systems)
8:00 a.m. Workshop begins
12:00 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Lunch served on location (compliments of Schluter®-Systems)
3:00 p.m. Conclusion of workshop

* Cut-off for registration is 2 weeks before the Workshop
or the first 50 registered applicants.

To learn more on the Workshop and to register please click on the link below:

www.dbtile.com/schlutersystemworkshop

Professional Tile Salesperson CCTS

Congratulation to Richard Favreau, he has just completed the Professional Tile Salesperson Certification through the prestigious Ceramic Tile Distributors Association (CTDA).

Richard has over 25 years of experience in the tile business.

Certification strengthens the ceramic tile industry by elevating professional standard, enhancing individual performance, and recognizing individuals – like Richard Favreau – who demonstrate's the quality of knowledge and critical skills necessary to provide effective service and solutions in the workplace. For D&B Tile Distributors, certification documents value-added benefits to the manufacturer and customer. The ceramic tile customer benefits from a reduction in his overall cost.

D&B Tile Distributors thanks you for participation in this important industry program.


Richard’s main office is located at D&B Tile Distributors in Delray. Richard also works out of our Port St. Lucie location.


Contact Richard at:
rfarvo@dbtile.com

Delray Store:
781 S Congress Avenue, Delray
Office Phone: 561-272-7022

Port St Lucie Store
321 NW Peacock Blvd
Port St Lucie Fl. 34986
Office Phone: 772-873-8556

CTEF Upcoming Certification Program

The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) provides education and installer certification for professionals working in the ceramic tile and stone industry. We are a non-profit organization supported by stakeholders from all industry segments, including contractors, manufacturers, and the major domestic and international trade associations. Our tile installer certification program, launched in 2009, is non-proprietary, standards-based, and is the only installer certification that ensures installer skill level and is backed by the industry. Our certification was created as a means for consumers to identify tile contractors committed to providing quality installations.

The Certified Tile Installer (CTI) program is a comprehensive testing of the skills and knowledge of experienced tile installers which includes a multiple-choice exam and a hands-on test. Both are based on current industry standards and best practices for producing a sound installation that exhibits good workmanship. The tests, therefore, require that both the observable and non-observable characteristics of a finished installation are executed properly. Please note: this is a test of ability and is not considered a training event.

To read more about this Program

Please Click on the Link Below:

http://www.tilecareer.com/Certification.htm

Schedule:

March 3rd, 2012

Time: 9:00 am to 5:00 pm

July 28, 2012

Time: 9:00am to 5:00 pm

To Register for this class
Please Click on Link below

https://www.tilecareer.com/regccti.php

If you like more information or want to sign up for this program

Please contact:

Alex Llerena

(305) 885-9804

alex_llerena@dbtile.com

Crossville Trip October 2011

Crossville hosts D&B and our
customers several times a year at their factory in Crossville, Tennessee. Crossville has been a great vendor partner of D&B Tile for many years. Everyone fly’s into Nashville airport and stayed in a very nice hotel in downtown Nashville. Crossville takes the entire group out to dinner and an enjoyable night of local entertainment. As well as a good time we are all taught about how tile is produced when the entire group visited their factory. All customers are invited: Designers, Architects, Developers, Builders, Tile contactors, and Tile setters. We always send different members of D&B staff to provide greater training and education. CEU credits are available to the professionals.

Let us know if you would like to attend and we will let you know when the next trip is planned.

2011 SANDI AWARD

On October 14th, 2011 Carole Schafmeister received the 2011 SANDI AWARD from the International Interior Design Association South Florida Chapter for the “Outstanding Service-Industry Member”.

Carole was honored to receive this prestigious award. This Award recognizes Carole’s hardwork and dedication for the Tile Industry

Also three architectural firms have nominated Carole for an American Institute of Architects Award for the most outstanding Industry Representative.

From all of us at D&B Tile Distributor’s we appreciate your dedication to the Industry

Dave's Corner

If you think about it, the timing could be perfect for an upsurge in your business. Sooner or later, we have to come out of the current economic situation. Interest rates are at an all-time low; the housing market has virtually nowhere to go but up; and, many people are interested in downsizing their residences and moving into something smaller. It is definitely a buyers' market. We may see many snowbirds who are unwilling or unable to maintain a residence "up north" and one down here; and some who have already sold their homes and are heading to South Florida for a permanent residence. Remember, it will always be miserable in Rochester in the winter and we will always have the sun, palm trees and the beaches.

Put all those factors together and we could possibly see significant light at the end of the tunnel. With that in mind, gear up for what could possibly be heading our way. If you haven’t been in our showrooms for a while, take the time to visit. We are constantly remodeling and renovating to present our customers with the best selection of flooring products in the industry. We are offering frameless shower doors in all stores and, in many locations we are showing complete kitchen mockups. If you aren't aware of our exclusive Q-Seal process for your stone products, ask any sales representative for a demonstration. This is a permanent treatment which will seal natural stone forever.

As always, we continue to travel the world in search of products that will attract buyers at all levels. There are new products for all phases of your business from installation to maintenance. And, you are able to use our showrooms as your showroom.

As most of our retail customers know, we do not install products; we recommend contractors to do that for you. AND, all contractors recommended by D&B Tile Distributors are certified in their craft.

As all of our contractor customers know, we do not install products; we recommend contractors to do that for our retail customers. AND, all contractors recommended by D&B Tile MUST be certified. For further information, contact any of our nine stores. Finally, all of the remodeling in our stores is done by certified tile con­ tractors. If you would like to participate in this, contact your local sales rep. Your work can be part of our permanent display.

D&B & SGM 17th Annual Charity Golf Tournament

SGM AND D&B TILE
WELCOMES YOUR PARTICIPATION IN THEIR
17TH ANNUAL CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT

BENEFITING THE JAMES JR. FUND

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2011

INVERRARY RESORT
3840 INVERRARY BLVD.
FT. LAUDERDALE, FL 33319
954-676-5000
7:30 AM-SH OT GUN START

click here to register.