"Today was my second experience with MTC-- and both experiences were great. First, the disclaimer: because of their slick TV ads, I thought their prices wouldn't be competitive. I was wrong. \n\nThe first trip was last month when I shopped their Parking Lot sale at the Ray Rd store. I was looking for shower tile, but didn't really know what type I wanted. The sales rep was patient and kind; I gave him a general idea of what I wanted and he showed me options at several price points. In less than 20 minutes, I found beautiful tile, accents, and grout at fantastic prices. \n\nToday, DH and I were shopping for patio pavers. He had gone to the orange big box store and found some run-of-the-mill red brick pavers at just under $2 a sq ft. With the success I had last month, I asked him to hold off on purchasing those bricks until we could go to MTC Fortunately, they were open today (Memorial Day) for a few hours. \n\nThe sales rep, Jeffrey, helped us find the perfect pavers: they have a variation of colors and came in varied sizes for more interesting pattern options. And for $1.49 a sq ft! They even gave us a pattern sheet to help with the paver designs. With their prices on not only the pavers, but the sand and gravel, we estimate that we saved over $500 by not buying from the big box store. \n\nFriendly, helpful staff and great products/prices. We'll be back!"^^ . . "2013-05-27T00:00:00"^^ . . "1"^^ . "3"^^ . . "0"^^ . "5"^^ .