Hi, I am just starting out in the tile business. Can someone please explain what the difference is between a mud-set installation and a thin-set installation?

Thinset is the most common type of adhesive used for quickly sticking down tile flooring on a relatively flat surface, allowing for a thinner application of mud. Mud-set technique uses a thick application of mortar and sand and has the advantage of allowing you to adjust the thickness as needed to compensate for uneven surfaces and can give you a flatter finish. Mud set is typical in laying stone with tight joints such as marble, travertine or granite.