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What is the primary use of cement tiles?

  • As a binding agent for bricks
  • As a roofing material
  • As a floor covering (correct)
  • As a wall covering

How do cement tiles differ from encaustic tiles?

  • Cement tiles are handmade, while encaustic tiles are machine-made
  • Cement tiles are not fired, while encaustic tiles are kiln-fired (correct)
  • Cement tiles are more durable than encaustic tiles
  • Cement tiles have a coarse layer of sand and Portland cement, while encaustic tiles do not

What is the primary function of brick cement?

  • To create decorative patterns on floors and walls
  • To bond bricks together (correct)
  • To create a durable finish for floors and walls
  • To repair cracks and holes in brick structures

Where did the popularity of cement tiles spread to in the United States?

<p>California and Florida (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of creating a custom blend of brick cement?

<p>It allows for better bonding of bricks in specialized applications (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between cement tiles and ceramic tiles?

<p>Cement tiles are not fired, while ceramic tiles are kiln-fired (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary material used in the production of cement tiles?

<p>Portland cement (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where are cement tiles primarily used?

<p>In Latin America and Europe (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How can a contractor obtain a custom blend of brick cement?

<p>By ordering it from a home supply store (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of using a custom blend of brick cement?

<p>It allows for better bonding of bricks in specialized applications (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Cement tiles primary use?

Primarily used as a floor covering.

Cement tiles: fired or not?

NOT fired, they cure at ambient temperature. Encaustic tiles are kiln-fired.

Brick cement function?

To bond bricks together, creating a solid structure.

Cement tiles in the US?

They gained popularity in California and Florida.

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Benefit of custom cement?

It provides enhanced bonding properties tailored to specific brick types or environmental conditions.

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Cement vs. Ceramic tiles?

Cement tiles are not kiln-fired, while ceramic tiles are.

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Main material in cement tiles?

The primary material is Portland cement.

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Where are cement tiles used?

Mainly used in Latin America and Europe.

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Where to get custom cement?

A contractor can order a custom blend from a home supply store.

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