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Natural Stone: Opportunity knocks as consumers hunker down

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The recent boom in the housing market is a boon to the natural stone category. The flooring industry in general, and the natural stone category in particular, is starting to reap the benefits of such activities. Opportunity for natural stone has always been in kitchen and bath. 2021 will see that continue.

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TISE 2021 touts connection, innovation

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More than 19 0 exhibiting companies covered all aspects of the floor covering, stone and tile industries , 18 being first – time exhibitors offering new products and services to the industry. The post TISE 2021 touts connection, innovation appeared first on Floor Covering News. New and notable.

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Natural Stone Institute opens award entries

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Oberlin, Ohio—The 2021 entry period for the Natural Stone Institute Awards Program is now open. The association said it opened entries for the Pinnacle Awards, Tucker Design Awards, Industry Recognition Awards and its scholarship program, which are due by July 20. No project categories are required.

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Ceramic: The pros and cons of natural stone

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When it comes to natural stone, specialty retail has it tough. However, natural stone has its advantages—i.e., higher profit margins, greater application opportunities, unique style and design. Natural stone adds tremendous value when used strategically. High-growth potential. Expanding applications.

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2021 CEU Awards presented at TISE 2022

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Oberlin, Ohio—The 2021 CEU Awards were presented to participating members of the CEU Program at TISE in Las Vegas on Feb. The 2021 CEU Educator of the Year Award was presented to Stone Panels International LLC, a lightweight stone company located in Marble Falls, Texas.

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Scoring flooring: Industry stats for 2021

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flooring industry went on a wild ride dating back to third quarter 2020, which carried through to the end of 2021. In 2021, the average selling price of all flooring was $1.33. They also do not include stone flooring, nor do they account for ceramic wall tile, cove base and rubber accessories.). In 2021, it was $1.85.

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Coverings 2021 elevates tile’s aesthetic appeal

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After a two-year hiatus of in-person events and a one-year layoff from the show itself, Coverings 2021 kicked off here July 8-10 at the Orlando Convention Center, where it welcomed more than 350 exhibitors representing more than 20 countries across 240,000 square feet of space. Through the first quarter of 2021, total U.S.

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