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NOVEMBER 29, 2023

S everal issues that shook out in 2023 have contributed to a less-than-stellar year for ceramic tile. The increase in interest/mortgage rates, an abrupt transition of spending among consumers—from goods to services—and price deflation have all caused a lack of growth for ceramic tile in 2023. Category experts agree the U.S.

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JUNE 26, 2023

Dal-Tile is parent company of three leading brands of tile, stone and countertop products—Daltile, Marazzi and American Olean—featured throughout AR Homes’ nationwide luxury custom home builds. “AR The post Dal-Tile takes home Vendor of the Year 2023 award appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Resilient flooring remains the top seller in the industry, and suppliers came with new innovations meant to grab even more share in 2024. Las Vegas—The resilient flooring category remains the top performer in the industry, overtaking the carpet category in dollars for the first time in 2022—by a whopping $1.3B. It’s still the No.

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AUGUST 21, 2023

While there are still four months left before the calendar turns, category experts agree 2023 will likely see the first resilient sales decline for the category. The consensus among the major resilient flooring suppliers is that once the dust clears, 2023 will see resilient sales down mid-to-high single digits. “A

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JANUARY 26, 2023

i4F TISE 2023 booth Las Vegas— i4F will be exhibiting at TISE 2023 for the fifth year in a row. i4F’s wall installation system shown on the booth will demonstrate how manufacturers can easily enter new floor-to-wall markets. “ For us, 2023 is a year of focused growth.

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JUNE 21, 2023

Louisville Tile has been named a recipient of the 2023 Best Places to Work in Kentucky award. Louisville Tile is honored to have secured the 11 th spot in the medium category (companies with 150-499 employees) for the 2023 Best Places to Work award, reaffirming its dedication to its valued workforce. Louisville, Ky.—Louisville

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MAY 23, 2023

—Known for transforming reclaimed materials into performance flooring that makes people’s lives better, Ecore further reinforced its reputation as a leading innovator in the commercial flooring industry by earning two prestigious product awards and recognition as a sustainability leader.

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JANUARY 2, 2024

One of the key benefits of cork flooring is its environmental friendliness. Practically speaking, cork is a 100% rapidly renewable and sustainable resource. Thus, the production and use of cork in sustainable design actually improves the environment, according to We Cork. (This article was provided by We Cork.

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MARCH 17, 2023

L a s V ega s —The 2023 International Surface Event highlighted the vigor with which the flooring industry is facing today. Flooring software technology providers were among those ready to support the industry’s vitality and growing needs in 2023. Alex Aya, vice president, Comp-U-Floo told Floor Covering News.

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JUNE 26, 2023

That’s how some industry observers might describe the commercial flooring industry in 2022, which continued to emerge from the wreckage of a global pandemic to experience a vibrant rebirth. Commercial flooring rebounded as sales increased 13.1% billion in 2022, Floor Covering News research shows. from roughly $6.5 of total U.S.

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MAY 8, 2024

Indianapolis, Indiana—CARE has named the winners of the Person and Recycler of the Year Awards for 2023 on May 7 in conjunction with the organization’s 22 nd annual conference, held here. The 2023 CARE Person of the Year is Wes Nelson of GreenWaste Carpet Recycling. CARE Recycler of the Year is Repurpose Earth (Gardena, Calif.).

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Los Angeles—Emser Tile has released its 2023/2024 catalog , available both in print and online. The newly released 450+ page resource offers an extensive and varied assortment of products for interior and exterior design, catering to both residential and commercial needs.

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APRIL 4, 2023

The waterproof label has transcended its rigid core roots and is now touted across a variety of flooring constructions—from SPC to tile and even hardwood and underlayment. What’s more, much of the production of these waterproof products is happening right here in the U.S. Mohawk Industries is also heavily invested in its U.S.

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OCTOBER 3, 2023

Solon, Ohio—Tarkett, a global leader in sustainable and innovative flooring solutions, is increasing its presence on the east coast, thanks to the expansion of one of its distributors. 1, 2023, Michael Halebian & Co., has served customers in the flooring business since 1931, managing some accounts over three generations.

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MAY 15, 2024

Flooring retailers have embraced Godfrey Hirst for its wool carpets and timeless designs. Mohawk is giving Godfrey Hirst a brand refresh in 2024, providing the renowned wool supplier with the requisite sales resources to seize an opportunity in the trade-up fashion space. Shown is Novel Flair.

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FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Oberlin, Ohio—The Natural Stone Institute (NSI) has awarded Greg Osterhout (Northern Stone Supply) the 2023 David Fell Spirit of Service award, and Sam Arcot the 2023 Natural Stone Institute Person of the Year award. As a dedicated leader and timeless volunteer, Arcot of Rugo Stone was recognized as the 2023 Person of the Year.

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SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

AHF Products has entered into a strategic agreement with Spartan Surfaces, effective September 21, 2023. Spartan Surfaces will have exclusive distribution for the full line of Parterre luxury vinyl flooring products. Parterre has serviced the commercial flooring market for over 30 years. Mountville, Pa.—AHF

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APRIL 24, 2023

Dallas, Texas—In recognition of Earth Day 2023, sister brands Daltile, Marazzi and American Olean highlighted some of the many sustainable features of its products, processes and company ethos. “As 84%—Overall, the brands recover and reuse 84% of all process wastewater generated in their manufacturing plants to make tile products.

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

—Mohawk Industries published its 2022 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report, Connections That Create Value , which details the company’s progress toward its sustainability goals, highlights product innovation and shares stories that showcase the work accomplished by thousands of Mohawk employees around the globe.

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APRIL 29, 2022

By Megan Salzano-Birch—Across all flooring categories suppliers are ramping up their domestic production to meet the needs of their customer base and consumers across the country. AHF Products, for example, has one of the most robust domestic production operations as any supplier in the industry. Somerset, Ky.;

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JANUARY 31, 2023

Las Vegas—Küberit USA is set to debut its new integrated process for profile selection, sample acquisition and resources for specification support at TISE 2023 in Las Vegas. The company has partnered with Swatchbox and Material Bank, making Küberit product samples and supporting information available to customers and specifiers.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2024

operations have achieved International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 14001 and 9001 in 2023. These recertifications demonstrate Mannington’s commitment to providing the highest quality and sustainable products in the industry. “At —Mannington Commercial’s Madison, Ga.,

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NOVEMBER 14, 2023

AHF Products, through three of its well-known flooring brands–Bruce, Armstrong Flooring and Robbins–is a sponsor of the 2023 U.S. AHF Products is proud to support this wonderful tradition that highlights the beauty of our national forests,” said Jeff Sommer, director of integrated marketing & digital engagement.

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DECEMBER 21, 2023

FCNews reveals the winners of its third annual FCNnovation Awards—an initiative designed to recognize and showcase some of the most innovative new products and technologies launched in the current year. The grout can be easily applied and cleaned afterward, resulting in a fully installed waterproof floor within a couple of hours.

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JUNE 1, 2023

In 2023, EnergieKer has obtained UNI EN ISO 14001: 2015 certification demonstrating its commitment to minimise the environmental impact of its production processes. EnergieKer’s investments are focused on protecting all environmental resources on every production line and to ensuring compliance with the highest green economy standards.

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FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Las Vegas—For the second year in a row Mohawk was a multiple winner in the 2024 Best of Surfaces competition, a contest cosponsored by Floor Covering News and Informa Exhibitions, which owns and operates The International Surface Event (TISE). The 100% natural hardwood floors, made in the U.S.,

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OCTOBER 7, 2022

The Southeast Flooring Market (SEFM) and the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) Atlanta Chapter are collaborating on the 2023 Southeast Flooring Market. “We “Remodeling activity has increased dramatically over the past few years and builders are looking for more resources to provide their customers. .

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JULY 5, 2022

In lieu of Cevisama—now postponed to February 2023—Tile of Spain hosted this year’s Passport to Creativity tour, which took place in Valencia June 13-17, 2022. Spain also produced 567 million square meters of tile increasing production 20.3% The post Tile of Spain outlines 2022 ceramic trends appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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DECEMBER 11, 2023

The ASID tours are a free opportunity that aim to deliver inspiring brand discovery, by introducing participants to the innovative world of hard and soft surfaces while they expand their resources.

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APRIL 27, 2023

We know our employees have brilliant ideas that can make our business better,” said Crosby Hall, executive vice president of corporate resources. “We Once implemented, Resendez’s plan reduced inventory loss from expired products and created several new efficiency procedures. People are always our greatest resource,” Hall added.

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JUNE 28, 2022

Hannover, Germany—With a host of new features, Domotex 2023 will run from Jan. Show organizers said the 33rd edition of the world’s most important trade show for carpets and floor coverings will be a strong and innovative event. Textile floor coverings can be found opposite in Halls 19/20. New space for inspiration.

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APRIL 12, 2023

FCICA suppliers provided product demonstrations over the course of the two-day event. FCICA, the Flooring Contractors Association, recently welcomed scores of professional contractors, suppliers, distributors and industry consultants here for its annual convention and commercial flooring trade show. Tucson, Ariz.—FCICA,

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JANUARY 17, 2023

After a successful Edge Summit 2023 , Mohawk said it is bringing its retail renaissance online to MohawkToday.com for Edge partners. These key-note presentations include topics ranging from an executive outlook on the industry in 2023 to Mohawk’s digital transformation and reimagined product innovations that focus on today’s retail needs.

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MARCH 22, 2023

The NeoCon 2023 keynote speakers will look to hip hop, community and technology. Chicago—NeoCon has announced the keynote speakers for its 2023 edition, to be held here June 12-14 at The Mart. Our 2023 keynotes are emblematic of how diverse perspectives can drive and effect positive change.”

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FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Here’s a sampling of what took place: Anderson Tuftex A/T announced “phase one” introductions for 2023 that emphasize more versatile color variations to allow Shaw designers to expand on what is possible in soft surface style and design. A highlight at the show was Elements from DH Floors, made of Durasilk polyester fiber.

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JANUARY 27, 2024

Where was your production? For personal reasons I returned, but with the intention of looking for innovative products, founding Neos Cerámica & Comunicación, parent company of Neos Additives. Thousands of square meters were manufactured, but the 2008 crisis made further production unnecessary. At our Nules facilities.

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APRIL 5, 2022

flooring producers—both domestic and global—announced myriad plans to bring floor manufacturing stateside or expand existing operations. Much of that new domestic production is coming in the form of the waterproof flooring segment—namely SPC, WPC and sheet vinyl. Domestic producers grow capacity. Manufacturers in the U.S.

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