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Architects, Interior Designers, Engineers

Architectural Portal

Welcome to the ARDEX

Architectural Portal

  • Watch free, educational webinars
  • Qualify for AIA credit
  • Contact us with questions

Welcome to the ARDEX Architectural Portal. ARDEX is committed to helping you grow by providing industry educational opportunities designed to provide you with the information you need most.

Each of the courses below are completely free, AIA accredited, and qualifies for HSW credit hours.

All you have to do is watch a brief webinar, take a 10 question assessment and score 80% or higher, and you will be generated an AIA certificate that you can download immediately.

Review the available courses below, and check back for additional courses to be added in the future.

Not an AIA member? You are welcome to watch the video, complete the quiz, and you will receive a certificate of completion. 

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This program discusses the process of polishing standard concrete slabs and concrete topping materials. You will also learn about the history of polished concrete, the tools and equipment used during the process, the different methods available and the advantages of polished concrete floors.
The program will cover:
  • Sustainable qualities of polished concrete
  • Maintenance
  • Design options
  • Chemical treatments available
  • Testing methods
  • Applications
This program addresses the many sources of moisture in concrete, reviews the available methods for evaluating moisture emissions, how moisture affects concrete and flooring, how to prevent costly moisture-related floor covering failures and covers remediation options.
In this program, we will discuss the evolution and development of flooring adhesives, review the different categories of flooring adhesives, VOC regulations and proper substrate preparation and application of flooring adhesive systems. We will also discuss the performance characteristics of an adhesive, how adhesives react in high RH situations, and what you can do to avoid moisture-related adhesive failures.
This program gives a better understanding of the various types of stone veneer and pavers. It also identifies system components including, substrate preparation, waterproofing, and antifracture membranes.
This program discusses the definition of gauged body porcelain, advantages, challenges, handling, tools and equipment, substrate considerations, installation methods and materials, and specification considerations.
This program will examine substrate requirements in the flooring industry and provide guidelines for the repair of various substrates using Portland cement-based self-leveling compounds and trowel-grade patches. You will learn about substrate preparation and the causes of failures of patching and leveling compounds and about flooring adhesives.
This program discusses the basic types and properties of ceramic tile, reviews various setting materials and waterproofing compounds, different installation types, various substrates to receive tile, and the designing of joints.
The program will cover:
  • Considerations in selecting tile
  • Water absorption of tile
  • ANSI requirements
  • ANSI installation methods
  • ANSI specifications for materials
  • Grouts
  • TCNA installation details
  • Addressing movement joints
Early Phase Concrete Management System

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