Calcatta Gold Collection to launch Spring 2011

January 1, 2011
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It is believed that Calacatta Gold marble mosaics tiles polished and honed have always been the choice of kings in the ancient world for it strength and beauty.  However the cost of this product and limited availability has put it out of reach and budget for most homeowners until now.  The Builder Depot has launched a new collection of Calacatta Gold marble subway tiles, floor tiles, mosaics and trims for 2011 creating affordability and availability for homeowners, contractors and developers of a much sought after Calacatta gold product.

In the same tradition of all Builder Depot collections the pricing is very aggressive.  “This particular product and European quarry has been monopolized by a few distributors” comments a Builder Depot spokesperson “This has allowed the pricing of the product to be inflated, we are going to sell the same quality for 75% less than the competitors”

The main products on the Calacatta Gold collection are:

  • Calacatta Gold 3×6” Subway Tile Honed
  • Calacatta Gold 2” ...

Large Format Subway Tiles Increase in Popularity

December 16, 2010
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Carrara Venato subway tile 3×6, 6×12 and 9×18 can be used to create some of the most beautiful surroundings. Installed correctly Carrara Venato subway tiles 3×6, 6×12 and 9×18 can be used to produce some magnificent effects.  The popularity of Carrara Venato marble has increased significantly over the past decade fueled by magazine images and improved affordability by online direct to retail wholesale.  The Builder Depot offering direct to consumers at distributor pricing has allowed the price of Subway tiles 3×6, 6×12 and 9×18 to be far more affordable than they ever have been before.  No other retailer online or otherwise rivals The Builder Depot for selection or choice of Carrara Subway tiles.

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Hello world!

December 14, 2010
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Hello world! We’re excited to launch the official blog for the The Builder Depot. We are procurement, testers, product managers, product marketers and executives who offer different perspectives but share the same passion for the Building, Remolding and Home Improvement products of The Builder Depot (also part of Builders Depot Direct). We hope this blog provides you with a deeper insight into our work and who we are, and we’re very excited to be here talking to you!

Keep on the lookout for upcoming posts from our team members at The Builder Depot this month and beyond.

Thanks so much for visiting our blog. Enjoy!
The Builder Depot Marketing Blog team

Grout Per Square Foot (just a guide)

February 17, 2010
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These charts show the number of pounds of grout per square foot of the tile needed when a certain size tile and a certain joint width are used. In order to find out how many pound of grout you will need, multiply the number from the table times the number of square feet of tile you will be installing.

For example, a 3/8″ x 3/8″ x 3/8″ tile and a 1/16″ joint width will require 0.94 pounds of grout per square foot. If you are covering an 8′ x 12′ floor, you will need 96 square feet of tile. 0.94 time 96 yields 90 pounds of grout required for the complete job. Based on the packaging available, the correct amount of grout to order would be 100 pounds (four, 25 pound bags).

These charts are based on filling the joint to their full depth, the nominal tile dimensions, and a 10% waste factor. Actual coverage may vary.

Sanded Grout