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Avente Tile Talk: Avente Tile Owner Selected to Participate in.

Tile Talk

Avente Tile Owner Selected to Participate in Coverings Discussion. As the founder and owner of Avente Tile, I take great pride in offering each of my clients a diverse and unique professional experience. At Coverings 2012, Bill Buyok shares tips on How a Social Media Presence Improves Retail Sales. Tuesday, March 12, 2013.

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The University of Ceramic Tile and Stone’s (UofCTS) Online, “Understanding the Basics of Ceramic Tile” Course is Updated

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

The University of Ceramic Tile and Stone’s (UofCTS) Online. “Understanding the Basics of Ceramic Tile” Course is Updated. UofCTS also releases CTDA Certified Ceramic Tile Specialist (CCTS) Study Guide online course. Education is the fastest and easiest way to increase sales and profits!

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Industry associations ramp up training efforts

Floor Covering News

Organizations across the industry are updating their training and educational programs to aid installers, sales representatives and other flooring professionals in perfecting their craft. Formed in 2003, the University of Ceramic Tile and Stone is an independent, online training university for the tile and stone industry.

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Catalina and CTaSC Announces the Release of the 2013 Stone Report

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Catalina Research and Ceramic Tile And Stone Consultants (CTaSC) Announces the Release of the. SAN DIEGO (June 27, 2013) - Catalina Research and Ceramic Tile And Stone Consultants, Inc. The residential remodeling market is also benefiting from the increase in existing home sales and the rise in home prices. gain during 2013.

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NSI names 2023 award winners

Floor Covering News

Rea returned to Coldspring in the role of a drafter and by 2003 was promoted to senior vice president of commercial sales. During his time of service, Rea mastered many skills that would serve him well in the natural stone industry, including discipline and understanding the science behind the work.

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A Brief History of Carpet Tiles

Focus Floors and Furnishings

The concept of flooring tile goes back thousands of years when hard surfaces of various rock forms, baked clay, and ceramic were being used. The early users of these initial tile flooring types needed something to cover their dirt floors that were of a size that could be easily carried to where the floor was located.

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Product Benefits That Benefit Pros || James Hardie’s Contractor Alliance Program

Building Moxie

Thin, but not as thin as the cement-based siding tiles that came as a stock option on my parents’ 1971 split-level. The year was, I guess, 2003 or 2004. At the top most levels, pros earn a badge, for exclusive use in advertising and sales materials. Improving Both Installation and Sales Skills.