LATICRETE University

LIST OF TUTORIALS

STRATA_HEAT™ Radiant Floor Heating System

1. STRATA_HEAT™ Overview
   This tutorial will provide you an overview of the STRATA_HEAT™ radiant floor heating system and all of its components.
2. STRATA_HEAT™ Installation Guidelines
   This tutorial will show you the proper installation techniques for the STRATA_HEAT System using both the heated floor mat and the spacing strips.
3. STRATA_HEAT™ Thermostat Introduction
   This tutorial will outline the features, benefits and installation of STRATA_HEAT™ digital thermostats.
4. STRATA_HEAT™ Thermal Pack
   The STRATA_HEAT™ Thermal pack is a valuable component of the STRATA-HEAT radiant floor heating system. This tutorial will explain what the world’s first heat conductive thin-set additive does and how it is used.
5. STRATA_HEAT™ Thermostat - Programing a Custom Schedule
   The STRATA_HEAT™ Thermostat is a digital programmable thermostat that can be customized to turn on and off at the time that is best suited to your schedule. In this tutorial you will learn how to create, adjust and program a custom heating schedule using the STRATA Heat Thermostat.
   This floor heating thermostat is a component of the STRATA_HEAT™ radiant floor heating system.
6. STRATA_HEAT™ Thermostat - Setting Up WiFi and Registering
   The STRATA_HEAT™ Thermostat can be operated, controlled and adjusted by computer, smart phone or smart tablet. In this tutorial you will learn how connect to your WiFi and register this digital programmable thermostat.
7. STRATA_HEAT™ Wire Installation
   This tutorial will demonstrate an unboxing of the STRATA_HEAT™ Wire and installing the wire into the STRATA_HEAT Mat.
8. STRATA_HEAT™ Thermostat Introduction
   This tutorial will outline the features, benefits and installation process of the STRATA_HEAT™ Thermostat that is used with the STRATA_HEAT radiant floor heating system.
9. STRATA_HEAT™ Thermal Pack
   The STRATA_HEAT™ Thermal Pack is a valuable component of the STRATA_HEAT radiant floor heating system. This tutorial will explain what this patented additive does to provide faster floor heat-up and how it is used for an energy efficient installation.
10. Setting up WiFi and Registering the STRATA_HEAT™ Thermostat
    The STRATA_HEAT™ Thermostat, can operated, controlled and adjusted by computer, smart phone or smart tablet. In this tutorial you will learn how connect it to your WiFi and register your radiant heat thermostat.
11. STRATA_HEAT™ Radiant Floor Heating Installation Guidelines
    Learn the proper installation techniques for the STRATA_HEAT™ radiant floor heating system using both the STRATA_HEAT™ Mat and spacing strips.
12. How to Program a Custom Schedule for the STRATA_HEAT™ Thermostat
    The STRATA_HEAT™ Thermostat can be customized to turn on and off at the time that is best suited to your schedule. In this tutorial you will learn how to create, adjust and program a custom heating schedule using this radiant heat thermostat.

Masonry Veneer Installation Systems (MVIS™) - as of 2023 all tutorials are available in both English and Spanish

1. Video Introduction to LATICRETE Masonry Veneer Installation System
   Move beyond traditional lath and scratch installations and see how the LATICRETE® Masonry Veneer Installation System (MVIS™) can help you achieve a more durable stone veneer and thin brick installation. You’ll learn a basic overview and components of the MVIS System such as mortar types, moisture barrier options, and silicone sealants.
2. MVIS Substrate Preparation
   Properly preparing the substrate is vital to any successful stone veneer project. This course will define the suitable substrates MVIS™ is compatible with, including cement board, CMU, and plywood, and walk you through the MVIS products that will help ensure a long-lasting masonry veneer installation.
3. MVIS Adhesives
   Choosing the correct adhesive mortar can make or break your thin veneer installation. Learn why Type S mortar shouldn’t be used to adhere masonry veneer and get an overview of the different adhesive mortars MVIS™ offers.
4. MVIS Accessories
Thin masonry veneer installations can present some challenges. MVIS™ offers a number of accessories designed to solve common problems on the job and accelerate installations. You’ll gain a basic knowledge of LATICRETE LATISIL™ silicone sealant, LATAPOXY® 310 Stone Adhesive, LATASIL Primer, and MVIS Flashing Sealant. 
5. MVIS Air and Water Barriers
   Air and water barriers can increase a building’s energy efficiency, improve indoor air quality, and help mitigate the damaging effects of water on the exterior of a building.  Learn common uses of MVIS™ moisture barrier solutions, and how they can help improve the durability of your masonry veneer installation.
6. MVIS Pointing Mortar
   Pointing mortar, the finishing touch on most thin stone and masonry veneer projects, can also help increase the strength and durability of your project.  Find out how to select the right type of pointing mortar, and the different options MVIS™ has to offer.
7. Introduction to Air & Water Barriers
   Welcome to the world of air and water barriers. Find out why they are used when installing masonry and stone façades, and see a comparison of the most popular systems being used today.

Tile and Stone Installation Systems

1. Understanding Deflection
   This tutorial will define what deflection is. How it can be measured, and what the industry standards are for deflection under tile and stone.
2. SPECTRALOCK® PRO Premium Grout
   This tutorial will cover the use and installation of SPECTRALOCK® PRO Premium epoxy grout.
3. SPECTRALOCK® 2000 IG GROUT (*UPDATED & Available in English and Spanish*)
   This tutorial will show the use and installation of SPECTRALOCK® 2000 I.G. solids epoxy industrial grout.
4. Re-grouting of Commercial Kitchens
   We will outline the requirements and practices for re-grouting commercial kitchens. Proper re-grout procedures will ensure a longer lasting installation in a harsh chemical environment.
5. STRATA_MAT™ Uncoupling Membrane
   STRATA_MAT™ is a next generation high performance uncoupling membrane for use under ceramic tile and stone installations, for both residential and commercial applications. This tutorial will outline the features, benefits and installation methods.
6. Reduced Thickness Porcelain Tiles
   We will provide tile industry professionals with an introduction to the manufacturing and installation of reduced thickness porcelain tiles.
7. LATASIL™ Sealant
   This tutorial will cover the installation and benefits of LATASIL™ silicone sealant for tile and stone applications.
8. PERMACOLOR® Grout (*UPDATED & Available in English and Spanish*)
   PERMACOLOR® Grout is a high-performance, fast-setting polymer-fortified grout that provides a tile grout joint that is dense and hard. This training will outline the features, benefits and installation methods of this grout.
9. PERMACOLOR® Select Grout: How to Install (*UPDATED & Available in English and Spanish*)
   PERMACOLOR® Select is an advanced high performance cement grout that offers the industry’s first dispersible dry pigment solution. In this tutorial you will learn the benefits of using it and mixing instructions.
10. PERMACOLOR® Select NS
    In this tutorial you’ll learn about this ultra premium, factory prepared, polymer fortified unsanded portland cement base grout designed for highly-delicate surfaces, such as high polish marble and soft glass. You’ll learn the benefits of our non-sanded grout and how to mix it.
11. Installing Tile and Stone Products Over Gypsum Underlayments
    Installing over gypsum-based underlayments can be a challenge for tile adhesive and waterproofing membrane materials. This tutorial will instruct you on two LATICRETE methods for tile installation and stone installation over gypsum underlayments.
12. Designing Installation Systems for Gauged Porcelain Tile and Gauged Porcelain Tile Panels / Slabs
    This educational seminar will provide tile industry professionals with an introduction to the manufacture and installation of Gauged Porcelain Tile and Gauged Porcelain Tile Panels / Slabs.
13. FRACTURE BAN™ Antifracture Membrane
    FRACTURE BAN™ is a high performance, pliable, light weight peel and stick antifracture and soundproofing membrane designed for use under thin-bed adhesives for ceramic tile, stone and other hard surface installations. This training will outline the performance properties of FRACTURE BAN and installation methods.
14. Large and Heavy Tile Mortar
    With the increase in use of large and heavy tile trending in the tile industry today, mortar specifically is engineered to be used on these large and heavy tiles to accommodate the challenges of installation. In this training you will discover, what is considered a large and heavy tile and which LATICRETE® adhesives are available for installations.
15. HYDRO BAN® Quick Cure Waterproofing Membrane
    HYDRO BAN® Quick Cure is a rapid, thin, liquid applied ready-to-use waterproofing membrane that is ANSI A118.10 compliant. Featuring wet-cure technology, this allows curing even in humid, cold and damp environments. This tutorial will outline the benefits and uses of our new waterproofing membrane
16. TRI-LITE™ Large and Heavy Tile Mortar
    You’ll learn the features and benefits of TRI-LITE™ adhesive mortar, the best places to use it. We’ll teach you best practices in how to mix and install this tri-purpose mortar and how to utilize it for large and heavy tile, thin-bed and wall installations.
17. HYDRO BAN® Cementitious Waterproofing Membrane
    In this tutorial you’ll learn about the most versatile, 1-step waterproofing membrane on the market. It’s ideal for use under tile and stone in wet areas including swimming pools, spas and water features!
18. SPECTRALOCK® 1 Pre-Mixed Grout
    SPECTRALOCK®1 is a patent pending, pre-mixed, stain-proof grout with epoxy performance. It offers superior strength, fast cure time, and the ability to be submerged, all while meeting the standards of ANSI A118.3. This training will demonstrate the uses, benefits and installation of SPECTRALOCK 1 grout. 
19. LATICETE® SELECT-BOND™ Adhesive System
    Learn about an innovative adhesive system that can be used alone as a versatile, every day thin-bed and Large Heavy Tile adhesive or with LATICRETE® SELECT-BOND™ Kits for additional performance enhancements – Non-Sag Kit, Rapid Kit and High Performance (ANSI A118.15) Kit. The tutorial will share the benefits to both the distributor and contractor of stocking and using this tile adhesive system as well as proper installation methods.
20. 170.5 Sound & Crack Isolation Mat
    170.5 Sound & Crack Isolation Mat is a high performance anti-fracture / sound and crack isolation membrane designed to reduce the transmission of impact noise. It helps provide soundproofing between floors and crack isolate in tile and stone installations. This training will explain the uses and installation instructions of 170.5 Sound and Crack isolation Mat.
21. FRACTURE BAN™ SC
    FRACTURE BAN™ SC is easy and quick to apply liquid rubber polymer for use on any interior, exterior and horizontal tile or stone installation needing anti-fracture protection. You’ll learn about the uses and installation methods in this training tutorial.
22. HYDRO BARRIER™ Plus
    In this tutorial you’ll learn what applications to use this thin, load-bearing, self-curing liquid waterproofing membrane/crack isolation membrane for, the features and benefits and how to install it.
23. HYDRO BAN® XP Waterproofing Membrane
    See how to use this single component self-curing liquid rubber polymer to form a flexible, seamless anti-fracture waterproofing membrane in your next project. You’ll also learn the features, benefits and installation instructions in this training.

SPARTACOTE® Resinous Flooring Systems

1. SPARTACOTE® Pigmented Moisture Vapor Barrier
   The presence of moisture in a substrate can be disastrous on a flooring system. This tutorial will teach you how to correct unwanted moisture emissions and how to use SPARTACOTE® Pigmented Moisture Vapor Barrier as a base coat for SPARTACOTE resinous flooring.
2. SPARTACOTE® Surface Preparation Over Concrete
   This tutorial will define the surface preparation requirements for installing SPARTACOTE® Systems over concrete.
3. SPARTACOTE® CHIP System
   The SPARTACOTE® CHIP System is a decorative high performance floor coating. This tutorial will outline the benefits along with instructions on mixing and installing of the SPARTACOTE CHIP System.
4. How to Sell SPARTACOTE®
   Understanding the key benefits to the SPARTACOTE® System will enable you to service your customers better and increase sales. This tutorial will outline how to educate your customers to improve overall sales.
5. SPARTACOTE® FLEX™ SB METALLIC
   SPARTACOTE® FLEX™ SB METALLIC polyaspartic coatings create remarkable customized decorative flooring finishes with extraordinary color, variety and depth. In this tutorial you will discover the components of the METALLIC system as well as instructions on mixing and installation.
6. SPARTACOTE® QUARTZ System
   SPARTACOTE® Blended Quartz aggregates allow for the creation of seamless resinous quartz concrete floor coating systems that is safe, ergonomic and decorative. This tutorial will provide details on mixing and installing the SPARTACOTE QUARTZ System
7. SPARTACOTE® FLEX PURE CLINICAL PLUS™
   Learn about this low VOC and minimal odor, fast curing, two part polyaspartic aliphatic polyurea sealer / finish coating for hospitals, veterinary clinics, and pharmaceutical facilities. This tutorial will outline the benefits and uses of SPARTACOTE® FLEX PURE CLINICAL PLUS™.
8. SPARTACOTE® Urethane Cement
   SPARTACOTE® Urethane Cement is a seamless flooring system typically installed at 1/8" – 1/4" (3-6 mm) in thickness depending on the application. It consists of a Part A and Part B liquid as well as a part C filler and additional pigment pack. It is intended for heavy duty environments and designed to withstand thermal shock, impact, abrasion and chemical exposure. Learn about the features, benefits, installation and estimated coverages in this tutorial.
9. SPARTACOTE® Surface Build UV
   In this tutorial you’ll learn the features and benefits and how to apply this high solids, UV resistant, self-leveling epoxy coating for decorative and protective applications.
10. SPARTACOTE® General Primer
    Learn the mixing and installation methods of this general primer to create a strong base for SPARTACOTE epoxy and urethane systems.
11. SPARTACOTE® Surface Build
    Learn about this high solids, multi-purpose, self-leveling epoxy floor coating and how to use it for decorative and protective applications. We’ll share the features and benefits and how to mix and install it in this training.
12. SPARTACOTE® Universal Pigments
    SPARTACOTE Universal Pigments are designed to be used in all clear SPARTACOTE resins including polyaspartics, epoxies and urethanes. Learn how this color system provides you greater flexibility, reduced costs and ease of use. 
13. *NEW* SPARTACOTE® PRIME-N-GO™
    SPARTACOTE PRIME-N-GO is a versatile, VOC compliant, two-part epoxy primer that simplifies the installation process by eliminating the need for mechanical prep such as grinding and/or shot blasting. It creates a strong bond to the substrate, enhancing the overall adhesion of the system including to many smooth, non-porous, and non-absorptive surfaces.

STONETECH® Surface Care and Maintenance

1. STONETECH® KlenzAll™ Cleaner
   STONETECH KlenzAll Cleaner is a heavy duty cleaner made to clean the toughest soils on natural stone and tile. This tutorial will explain the benefits and using this cleaner.
2. STONETECH® Restore Acidic Cleaner
   STONETECH Restore Acidic Cleaner is a heavy duty acidic cleaner that renews the look of tile and grout. This tutorial will outline what is the best use of Restore Acidic cleaner and how to use it.
3. STONETECH® High Gloss and Semi-Gloss Finishing Sealer
   STONETECH High Gloss and Semi-Gloss Finishing Sealer protects and transforms the surface of stone and masonry substrates to a high or semi shine finish. This tutorial will show the benefits of using STONETECH High Gloss and Semi-Gloss Sealers and how to properly install them.
4. STONETECH® Enhancer Pro™ Sealer
   STONETECH Enhancer Pro Sealer is a heavy duty sealer that seals and enhances the surface of stone to a deep rich color. This tutorial will outline the benefits and installation of Enhancer Pro Sealer.
5. STONETECH® Quartz and Tile Maintenance Systems
   Quartz and porcelain materials have increased in popularity in the tile and stone industry due to their high resistance to staining and scratching, easy maintenance and large array of color and design choices. In this presentation you will learn about the properties of quartz products and the benefits of using two LATICRETE® products as a combined system: STONETECH® Quartz & Porcelain Tile Sealer and STONETECH® Quartz & Tile Cleaner.
6. STONETECH® Luxury Vinyl & Laminate Cleaner
   You’ll learn how to use this spray-and wipe, no-rinse, daily cleaner to quickly and safely remove tough dirt, grease, dust and everyday spills on all vinyl and laminate floors and counter tops without dulling the surface. 
7. STONETECH® BulletProof® Sealer
   See how to use this water-based sealer to provide maximum protection against oil and water-based stains on natural stone, tile, masonry and grout. We’ll review the uses and proper methods to apply it.
8. STONETECH® Quartz & Porcelain Tile Sealer
   Quartz and porcelain materials have increased in popularity in the tile and stone industry due to their high resistance to staining, scratching, easy maintenance and large array of color and design choices. In this training you’ll learn about the properties of these materials and the benefits of using STONETECH Quartz & Porcelain Tile Sealer and STONETECH Quartz & Tile Cleaner.
9. STONETECH® and Microban®
   Several STONETECH sealers and cleaners now contain Microban antimicrobial technologies. Learn why this is important and how you can utilize these products to inhibit the growth of stain and odor causing bacteria.
10. *NEW* STONETECH® GroutUp™ Additive 
    Grout, seal and defend in one easy step with STONETECH GroutUp Additive. This grout additive upgrades your grout's performance to prevent stains and the continuous growth of bacteria, mold and mildew.