Floor Covering News

JANUARY 13, 2023

To help the industry ease its eagerness, FCNews has rolled out The Great Reveal 2023 — a platform to provide the industry a sneak peek at the newness to come. AtroGuard Q is up to 6x times quieter than standard laminate and, of course, comes with all the advantages customers have come to expect from a waterproof laminate floor.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Shaw’s Scott Sandlin with Flooring 101 owner, Jimmy Poulos, at TISE 2023. Las Vegas—Against a backdrop of somewhat troubling, if not sobering, economic reports, the industry came in full force to the Mandalay Convention Center for The International Surface Event (TISE 2023) with no sentiment of impending doom.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 25, 2023

What’s the 2023 CTEF Online Auction? The 2023 CTEF Online Auction takes place from August 20 at noon until August 27 at noon ET. That mission is to improve the tile industry through certification, education, training and participation in the development of nationally recognized standards and methods.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Following is a sampling of some of the technologies, solutions and innovations showcased at Surfaces 2023 : i4F In response to its supplier partners developing new products across various platforms and constructions, i4F continues to put the spotlight on visuals and installation systems that mimic ceramic tile—right down to the grout line.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Compared to standard engineered wood, laminate and SPC, it’s much harder,” said Milton Goodwin, AHF Products vice president. With consumers continuing to demonstrate an affinity for genuine hardwood flooring, Mohawk has expanded its popular TecWood line to give retailers and consumers more options in 2023.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 17, 2023

—Coverings, North America’s largest international tile and stone exhibition and conference, announced an extensive lineup of new and returning activations for Coverings 2023, which will take place April 18-21, here at the Orange County Convention Center. The Coverings 2023 Rock Star Awards will also be acknowledged in the lounge.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 16, 2023

According to CFL, AtroGuard Q is up to 6x times quieter than standard laminate and features all the advantages customers have come to expect from a waterproof laminate floor—durability, scratch and dent resistance and visual appeal. Inhaus Lamdura Lamdura, a ground-breaking 2022 laminate from Inhaus, has been upgraded for 2023.

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APRIL 28, 2023

Edimax Astor Ceramiche (Solignano, Italy) is the proud recipient of the Best Booth Award at Coverings 2023 , North America’s pre-eminent exhibition of ceramic tile and surface covering technologies held in Orlando (USA) from 18 to 21 April. L'articolo Edimax Astor Ceramiche wins Best Booth Award at Coverings 2023 proviene da ceramica.info.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Combine that with the local sales representation, Shaw’s distribution and their gold standard customer service, it was a win for everyone. What David’s Abbey Carpet & Floors had to say : David’s Abbey Carpet celebrated 50 years in 2023 and Engineered Floors is a big part of our celebration. The Floor Store Richmond, Calif.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 26, 2023

i4F TISE 2023 booth Las Vegas— i4F will be exhibiting at TISE 2023 for the fifth year in a row. “ For us, 2023 is a year of focused growth. Laminate treated with AquaProtect meets all recognized international laminate water-resistance standards and tests, including NALFA and ISO 4760.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 10, 2023

His wisdom boils down to being a decent person and holding yourself to the highest possible standards, partly as a way to support those around you to do their best as well. The post Books leaders swear by in 2023 appeared first on Floor Covering News. Make every day your masterpiece.

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DECEMBER 14, 2023

Here, the jury highlighted the use of a timeless, standard tile throughout the home, adapted to fit in with its plasticity. The post Tile of Spain releases winners of the 2023 Tile of Spain Awards appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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Floor Covering News

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.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 4, 2023

During Coverings 2023, taking place in here April 18-21, the Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) will demonstrate tile installation techniques and GPTP Advanced Installer Certification (ACT) from start to finish in booth #4243. The post CTEF to demonstrate install techniques at Coverings 2023 appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Los Angeles—Emser Tile announced its complete suite of products with a new 2022/2023 tile product catalog , available both in print and online. The post Emser releases new tile product catalog appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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JANUARY 4, 2023

The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) has expanded training and education for professionals in the ceramic tile and stone industry for 2023. 7-11, 2023. 21-25, 2023. Using Methods and Standards (one day, 8 hours): An in-depth study of the industry standards and methods documents and how to use them.

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MARCH 23, 2023

This year’s annual event, the first to take place since 2020, was held from February 27 – March 3, 2023 at Feria Valencia, located in Valencia’s center city. With approximately 50% of all sales made abroad, Spain currently exports to 187 countries worldwide with a total export growth of 16.6% since 2021.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 19, 2024

NTCA released this change in October 2023 with the companies that successfully transitioned, and will continue to showcase the tile installation companies that transition through this process every quarter in 2024.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 22, 2023

—The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) will hold an online auction for “Wally the Gator,” the 6 x 4-foot mosaic, alligator-themed mural designed and installed by Joshua Nordstrom of Tierra Tile and Lee Callewaert of Dragonfly Tile and Stone Works from April 1-30, 2023. The work will be on display during Coverings 2023 in Orlando, Fla.

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MARCH 18, 2024

The Export Capital Award caps a 2023 full of prestigious recognitions for Atlas Concorde. The judging criteria are based on the “pursuit of design and innovation” and the ability of a product to set a new standard in its category: a combination of qualities that has long been a hallmark of Atlas Concorde.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

operations have achieved International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 14001 and 9001 in 2023. The ISO 14001 recertification confirms the Madison operations have met the internationally agreed-upon standard to identify, monitor and control environmental performance through efficient resource consumption and waste minimization.

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Los Angeles—Emser Tile has released its 2023/2024 catalog , available both in print and online. Additionally, the catalog is designed as a source of inspiration through beautiful installation photography and serves as a reference guide, encompassing details on application, product pattern placement and industry regulations and standards.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

The National Tile Contractors Association ( NTCA ) trainers will be touring nine states, offering 17 free, standards-based workshops and eight free regional trainings this year—nearly double the number provided in 2023. The content is aligned with industry standards and methods, ensuring relevance and applicability.

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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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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 3, 2023

1, 2023, Michael Halebian & Co., Supporting spaces across healthcare, education and workplace segments, Tarkett’s portfolio of commercial flooring includes a breadth of products, including LVT, rubber tile, standard and premium, wallbase, installation accessories and more. Effective Oct.1,

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Louis, Missouri—The National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) released its 2023 hands-on training calendar. These instructors are highly skilled and trained individuals who have a great passion for the wood flooring industry and are eager to share their knowledge, through NWFA standards, with others. View the course schedule here.

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FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Ideal Standard International, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of high-quality residential, commercial and healthcare bathroom solutions, has been awarded a Silver Medal by EcoVadis in recognition of its ongoing commitment to sustainability. We also thank our customers and business partners for their support and trust. “Our

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 14, 2022

What is your projection for category growth in 2023? The resilient category will grow in 2023 and continue to take share within flooring. How do you see the economy impacting the industry in 2023? Strong economic headwinds will continue to impact the industry and the resilient category in 2023. Steve Sieracki. owner, CFL.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Following are the 2023 winners: Carpet Tarkett Home Cloud 9 Tarkett Home set out to challenge the belief that polyester carpets can’t be both incredibly soft and highly durable. Mohawk SolidTech Plus Mohawk expanded the waterproof capabilities of SolidTech Plus by adding WetProtect technology to the product tier in 2023.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 24, 2024

Still, the numbers must be taken with a grain of salt as the November housing starts figure was 34% less than the same month the prior year while authorizations of units declined nearly 10% over October 2023 to 435,000. “I You have to design the property, get permits and arrange the financing—so there is a little bit of a lag.”

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APRIL 24, 2023

The comprehensive offering will be available in summer 2023 and will feature more than 4,000 possible combinations of shapes, colors, sizes and styles, including LED profiles that allow for unique design elements and accent colors using LED lighting. “Installers and their customers will appreciate the impeccable finish in every piece.”

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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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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Carpet Exchange, a flooring store with 17 locations across Colorado and Wyoming, has been named the 2023 Edge Retailer of the Year by Mohawk. The post Edge Retailer of the Year 2023 revealed appeared first on Floor Covering News. Calhoun, Ga.—Carpet this month.

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DECEMBER 5, 2022

TDG is upping the ante on its digital strategy for 2023 by partner with several technology providers, like Broadlume. TDG expects to launch the enhancements to its Dealer Portal in the first quarter of 2023. TDG partners with all the major EDI firms and strictly adhere to the fcB2B standard for the flooring industry.

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JUNE 26, 2023

New York—Benchwick, a leading provider of innovative home improvement solutions and a full subsidiary of Northann Corp, has released its 2023 comprehensive Baseline ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) Report. Benchwick’s 2023 ESG Report can be accessed here.

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NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Brian Beaulieu of ITR Economics noted that there’s good news on the far horizon at the NAFCD 2023 conference. No one is expecting floor covering distributors to post banner sales numbers for 2023—certainly not in an environment marked by high inflation and a slumping new home construction market. C olorado S pring s , C olo.—No

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JANUARY 12, 2024

AHF Products, a leading manufacturer of hard surface flooring for the residential and commercial markets , has won a 2023 Good Design award for Armstrong Flooring Natralis Commercial Homogeneous Vinyl Sheet. Standard Method for Testing and Evaluating Volatile Organic Chemical (VOC) Emissions. Mountville, Pa.—AHF

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