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GINO RAPACIOLI
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Why Gino?
Gino Rapacioli is one of those people who ‘lives and breathes’ his vocation. In the business of tile and related product specification and installation for over 45 years, Gino’s expertise is second to none. He is known worldwide for his outstanding work in ‘high end’ installations. It is this vast experience which he brings to his consulting business. Called upon frequently by clients ranging from homeowners to architects to commercial clients, his advice has saved clients the cost of his services many times over. Not only is his consultancy ‘cost effective’, but invariably his knowledge allows his clients to avoid costly and/or aesthetic problems.
When you hire Gino as your tile consultant, he’ll provide you with definitive answers to all of the questions listed below and many more. Give him a call and judge for yourself why he’s called the ‘Dean of the Tile Business’.
- Why do I need a consultant?
- Do you provide pre-
installation product selection assistance? - Do you provide ‘on-
site’ installation supervision? - Do you provide final inspections of installer’s work?
- How do I insure a good installation?
- How do I determine the best tile for my project?
- What size tile should I use?
- Are there functional differences between natural and man made tiles?
- What is the best installation method?
- What is the best placement method (square, angular, etc.)?
- If a tile cracks can it be replaced?
- How do I avoid a mold problem?
- How do I take care of my tile?
- What I the durability of the various tiles?
- Does my tile need to be sealed? If so, what/how do I seal it?
- What type of grout is recommended?
- Does grout have to cure?
- Does grout have to be sealed?
- What type of tile should I use in the shower area and around the swimming pool?
- What type of granite do you recommend for countertops in kitchens and bar areas?
- Does climate affect the tile selections.
- Can tiles crack if they get cold?
- Are tiles chemical and stain resistant?
- How do I avoid a bacteria buildup on my kitchen countertops?
- Are there certain tile colors to avoid?
- How do I provide ‘sound proofing’ to my installation?