The Stone and Tile Show

Join me today when I ll be discussing the problems with using stone around pools and fountains. What can go wrong? What type of stone should and shouldnt be used.  today at 6pm est, 3pm pst at www.blogtalkradio.com/drfred Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-stone-and-tile-show--6441721/support .

Join me this Wednesday with a lively discussion between 2 industry professionals as you hear how they arrived to their current positions. Listen how two very different lives lead to a great friendship and working relationships. Wednesday, May 11, 2022 at 6pm est, 3pm pst at www.blogtalkradio.com/drfred Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-stone-and-tile-show--64...

Tune in today at 6pm est, 3pm pst when I will be discussing the following with James Medina TCNA – Flooring Contractors Bible… What’s Changed? Why is it so important you know how to use it? How can you use it to establish yourself in the industry? Call in with your questions or comments to 323-870-3968 www.blogtalkradio.com/drfred Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcas...

Going to ramble on various issues on tonights show. Have something to discuss or a question or even a comment. Call in at 323-870-3968. Join Fred tonight on the stone and tile show at 6pm EST, 3pm PST, You never know what topics will come up.  www.blogtalkradio.com/drfred   Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-stone-and-tile-show--6441721/support .

Many contractors and homeowners are trying to solve moisture issues by applying coating and impregnators to their exterior stone surfaces.  Why is this a bad idea. Tune in to find out the harm applying a coating or sealing exterior stone can be an issue.  Wednesday April 6, 2022 at 6pm EST, 3pm PST to www.blogtalkradio.com/drfred Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast...

Join me as I interview Steve Wolf founder of More Anti Etch for marble surfaces. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-stone-and-tile-show--6441721/support .

Gas prices are on the rise and so is everything else. How is this going to affect the stone industry and how can you save. Tune in as Fred discusses this issue and call in with your opinion on how you plan on dealing with the increase prices. Today at 6pm est, 3pm pst at blogtalkradio.com/drfred Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-stone-and-tile-show--6441721/s...

David and i discuss epoxy injection and other stone issues Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-stone-and-tile-show--6441721/support .

Some of the topics to be discussed on this show are  Epoxy injection and hollow tiles What do hollow tiles mean do hollow tiles mean the floor will fail? Infra red cameras to see thorough a tile installation what can give you a false negative on sounding tiles Do you know what an Acoustical Impacter test is? and More     Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-ston...

Join me this week when I discuss a stone that is often overlooked for counertops. That stone is Soapstone. What are the pros and what are the cons. this Wednesday 01/26/2022 at www.blogtalkradio.com/drfred 6pm es, 3 pm pst. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-stone-and-tile-show--6441721/support .

Why did my shower installation fail? Join me this Wednesday (1/19/22) when I'll be discussing some of the shower failures I have seen. Tune in at 6pm Eastern (3pm Pacific) to www.blogtalkradio.com/drfred. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-stone-and-tile-show--6441721/support .

Join Fred as he answers your emails on issues with stone and tile problems including, those mystery dark areas on granite countertops stain removal refinishing and polishing etc. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-stone-and-tile-show--6441721/support .

Of all the marble that is quarried in the world, what industry do you think consumes the most? You may be surprised. Tune in today when Ill be discussing the other industries that use marble. Tune in today at 5pm ESt, 2pm PST to www.blogtalkradio.com/drfred Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-stone-and-tile-show--6441721/support .

How to choose the proper diamond abrasive for honing and polishing stone as well as how to extend the life of your diamonds. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-stone-and-tile-show--6441721/support .

Tune in this Wednesday at 6pm est, 3pm pst when Alice Dean from SurpHaces will be interviewing me on how I became an expert witness. Some great stories worth a listen. www.blogtalkradio.com/drfred Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-stone-and-tile-show--6441721/support .

Join me as I interview James Medina with Noble seal to talk about what you didnt know about waterproofing Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-stone-and-tile-show--6441721/support .

Tune in today(10/13/21 at 6pm esst 3pm pst when Ill be replaying a popluar show I did a while ago on the mysteries of stone working. Ill be live after the broadcast to take your questions and comments tool used to build the stone pyramides. how did they do it. www.blogtalkradio.com/drfred Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-stone-and-tile-show--6441721/support...

Join me today when I discuss some of the latest failures I have seen in stone and tile issues.  got some interesting stories. Also call in with your questions, comments or stories. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-stone-and-tile-show--6441721/support .

Join me this coming Wednesday 9/22/21 when Ill will be interviewing Adam Tompkins with General Tools on How to save money and make your diamond tools last longer. Ill have some great questions for him. Tune in at 6pm est, 3pm pst to www.blogtalkradio.com/drfred Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-stone-and-tile-show--6441721/support .

Hurricane flooding on your stone and tile flooring. can it be restored or does it need to be replaced. Join me as I discuss these options.   Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-stone-and-tile-show--6441721/support .

Mud. What is it? Is it a dying art? will our next generation know how? Where do they learn this valuable skill Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-stone-and-tile-show--6441721/support .

Lets Talk Crack! What causes stone and tile to crack. tune in today at 6pm est 3 pm pst when Ill be discussing the reasons stone and tile cracks and how to prevent it. Call in with your questions and comments at www.blogtalkradio.com/drfred Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-stone-and-tile-show--6441721/support .

How does lighting effect your final tile installation? Have you ever heard about Optical Hazing? Want to know more, than tune in to this Wednesday show at 6pm est, 3 pm pst to www.blogtalkradio.com/drfred Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-stone-and-tile-show--6441721/support .

Is it possible to learn the stone and tile trade via online training? With today's technologies eLearning is huge, but can something as hand-on as stone restoration be adequately learned right from your computer without having travel costs and being away from you work for days on end? Find out this Wednesday at 6pm est, 3pm pst when Ill be discussing Elearning with Debbie Nelson of Surphaces. tune...

Do you really know Engineered Stone(quartz surfaces)? Tune in today 7/21/21 when I and David Bonasera will be discussing the problems with this material. For example, fine grain vs textures. Good verses bad. Everybody likes the fine grain but it’s the textures that is more durable. How do you achieve the orginal finish. How does it differ from granite.  Call in with your questions of comments to 3...