Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 27, 2020

—For the 11 th annual Total Solutions Plus Conference by the National Tile Contractors Association, Laticrete, a leading manufacturer of globally proven construction solutions for the building industry, will give attendees a virtual first-hand look at the company’s latest flooring solutions. Products to be showcased. SpectraLock 1.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 1, 2022

Dalton—Starnet Worldwide Commercial Flooring Partnership, the world’s largest network of full-service independent flooring contractors, has selected Taylor Adhesives as its newest preferred vendor, beginning April 1. Starnet Worldwide Commercial Flooring Partnership has over 390 locations across the U.S. and Canada.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Las Vegas— Meridian Adhesives Group , parent of Taylor Adhesives, has opened a state-of-the-art manufacturing and distribution hub here. Meridian is the fastest-growing adhesives company in the industry, with 26 global locations and 15 manufacturing facilities,” said Dan Pelton, CEO of Meridian.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 25, 2023

”; and “Tile Technology: Adhesives, Trowels and Lippage.” The September schedule, which takes place in North Carolina, Michigan, Indiana, Ohio and California, is as follows: ● 9/12 Floor & Decor, Charlotte, N.C. ● 9/14 Floor & Decor, Novi, Mich. ● 9/27 Floor & Decor, Fullerton, Calif. ●

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Floor Covering News

MAY 29, 2024

Every now and then it’s important to take a step back and look around the industry. And while a “rising star” might imply those new to the industry, it doesn’t stop there. We’ve taken note of companies—big and small, new and old—that have recently stepped up their game to the betterment of the industry.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 6, 2021

Throughout the show, Laticrete said it will offer product demonstrations on how top contracting professionals handle a variety of challenging tile installations and learn about alternatives to help lower staggering injury and ailment statistics associated within the physically demanding construction industry. Products to be showcased.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 13, 2020

Flooring industry professionals, premier commercial flooring contractors, distributors, manufacturers and consultants will connect virtually at FCICA’s annual mid-year event, titled Connecting the Flooring Community. Glen Ellyn, Ill.—Flooring 20 through Oct.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 30, 2020

for low VOC emissions in various categories including architectural coatings, sealants and adhesives. By selecting MAPEI’s certified products, customers can be assured that the products have been thoroughly vetted by an ISO-accredited, third-party certification body and tested by an industry-independent laboratory.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 23, 2023

Laticrete , a leading manufacturer of globally proven construction solutions for the building industry, has introduced 254 Platinum Plus, a high-performance, lightweight thin-set adhesive mortar that builds on the strengths of the original 254 Platinum. bag of 254 Platinum Plus offers the same coverage as a standard 50lb.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JANUARY 27, 2020

Manufactured from clay and other naturally-occurring minerals, ceramic tile does not contain the chemicals present in other floor coverings that are receiving increased attention for their possible adverse health effects, such as formaldehyde, VOCs (volatile organic compounds) or PVC (polyvinyl chloride). Contessa by Interceramic.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 24, 2022

Laticrete, a leading manufacturer of globally proven construction solutions for the building industry , has introduced Vapor Ban E a single-coat, 100% solids, liquid applied two-part epoxy coating specifically designed for controlling the moisture vapor emission rate from new or existing concrete slabs. Bethany, Conn.—Laticrete,

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

H as a customer ever called you complaining about hardwood floors cupping? Or about resilient floors having issues? Claims usually start with testing for moisture—not only in the flooring itself but also in the subfloor. Sometimes, they may be obvious—such as hardwood floors warping, cupping, or even buckling.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 21, 2023

These awards honor groundbreaking ideas and industry-changing concepts that have the potential to impact the way flooring is manufactured, promoted and sold. As the click system ensures perfect alignment of the tiles, installation of a FlinTile floor does not require any specific tools or the use of spacers.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

SEPTEMBER 12, 2012

Here are nine reasons why we in the tile industry should be optimistic. In addition, grouts, adhesives, sealers and other sundries have all made great strides in the last decade, resulting in fewer claims, longer lasting installations, and less maintenance. Every once in a while a good pep talk is in order. Housing Starts.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 23, 2012

Ultraflex LFT Rapid has a high content of a unique dry polymer, resulting in excellent adhesion to the substrate and tile. Its nonsag medium-bed and thin-set mortar characteristics are ideal for installing large-format tile and stone on interior and exterior floors, walls and countertops. www.mapei.com.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

OCTOBER 13, 2014

Bostik, one of the world’s largest manufacturers of adhesives and sealants, inaugurated its new, state-of-the-art R&D facility – the Bostik Smart Technology Center – in Venette, located near Paris, on October 3 rd. Our R&D centers all are innovation-driven and focus on developing smart adhesives. About Bostik, Inc.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 13, 2022

Chicago— NeoCon 2022 takes place here this week at the Merchandise Mart to showcase the latest in commercial design across industry categories. Through-pattern construction of VBT, which means the color and pattern extend throughout the thickness of the tile, is said to ensure the tile’s color and design will last the life of the floor.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 27, 2021

Armstrong Flooring is boldly walking into the future with a revitalized brand, an optimized collection of flooring products and adaptive solutions for its customers. The company continues to evolve as a leading global manufacturer of flooring products and one of the industry’s most trusted and celebrated brands.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

“National Tile Day is an opportunity to reflect on the true impact and advancements of tile – while giving designers a chance to showcase their favorite projects,” said Alena Capra, Certified Master Kitchen & Bath Designer and Coverings Industry Ambassador. “We

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 2, 2024

Staying atop a continuous cycle of new flooring products and installation techniques is challenging, and it’s often one of the reasons professional flooring installers seek certification. To avoid moisture mishaps, installers routinely test for and correct moisture issues before flooring installation begins.

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The London Tile Co.

JULY 22, 2016

Whether you are looking to add a rustic and traditional feel to your home, or are going for more of an urban and industrial style, an exposed brick wall is a timeless look. We stock the slim 250x60mm Battersea range which resembles traditional bricks, or the 200x100mm Wisconsin range which is more of a standard tile size.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

JULY 14, 2016

The standard shower is one of the wettest places on earth with the equivalent of 2,500 inches of rainfall a year. The floor and frame must be built to industry standards. Some sheets have adhesive backing and others require separate adhesives or cement mortar. First, make sure that the foundation is solid.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

When it comes to a home remodel, new build or anything in between, the flooring itself is usually what steals the show during the purchase process—and rightfully so. The flooring will more or less provide the backdrop for the design of the space or just simply serve as the place we live our lives on day in and day out.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 5, 2021

The National Association of Floor Covering Technicians (NAFCT), comprised of technical flooring professionals with a common goal to improve the flooring industry through training, announced its founding members—strong leaders in the flooring industry that will bring a wealth of experience and expertise to NAFCT, the group said.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

He started in the industry when he was just ten, learning the trade from his father back in Germany. On the floor the products used were: ARDEX Liquid BackerBoard® Self-Leveling Underlayment​ for Interior Wood and Concrete Subfloors, ARDEX X 77™ MICROTEC® Fiber Reinforced Tile and Stone Mortar as well as ARDEX FL™ and ARDEX SX™.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 9, 2023

Rockwall, Texas—Robert Varden, the founder and CEO of the newly formed, non-profit Unite Floor Training Alliance, welcomed its first slate of board members as well as others in attendance via teleconference, originating from Unite offices here on Jan. The installation crisis in the flooring industry is very real, Varden said.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 3, 2023

Dalton—Taylor Adhesives will now offer a lifetime warranty for wood flooring installations done by a National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) Certified Professionals certified installer. This will extend the normal Taylor 10-year warranty to match the warranty of the wood flooring product installed. “We

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 12, 2021

While flooring is still largely ruled by well-established legends and pioneers, there’s a new generation in town. Millennials are making a name for themselves in the flooring game, taking the lead on everything from marketing to retail ownership to product design. CEO/president, Nonn’s Kitchen Bath & Flooring. Jason O’Krent.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 16, 2021

Having the right tools is essential to a professional hardwood flooring installation. hardwood flooring industry is estimated at roughly $4 billion at the retail level. So it might come as a surprise to some to learn that more than $500 million is spent each year on repairing flooring failures. SELLING TIPS.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Powerbond RS is a hybrid resilient flooring, meaning it combines the look and feel of carpet with the durability and cleanability of a resilient surface. We congratulate Tarkett in achieving the asthma & allergy friendly certification for the Powerbond RS collection,” said John McKeon, CEO, Allergy Standards Ltd.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 2, 2012

The flooring industry has been no different. Cotto D’Este, an Italian manufacturer, has developed a revolutionary new technology to create Kerlite, a large-format, thin porcelain tile that weighs a fraction of standard thickness tile while still providing the strength and durability of porcelain. Now let’s talk size.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 1, 2023

Los Angeles— Monarch Plank , a Galleher brand of wide-plank hardwood flooring, is building on the success of its flagship Domaine II collection by taking luxury hardwood flooring a step further with the La Grande collection. All La Grande flooring is finished with an ultra-matte UV-cured urethane from Bona.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 30, 2013

based importers and suppliers of a wide range of quality floor and wall tiles for bathrooms, kitchens, and any area of your home you would like to improve. This is likely to include adhesive, grout, a grout scraper, gloves, and safety glasses. design standards. floor tile. Flooring The Consumer. Use Handmade Tiles.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 10, 2023

—Sika is introducing the STEP Series flooring installation solution training curriculum. These best practices will focus on flooring installation solutions and industry standards that pertain to subfloor surface preparation, moisture mitigation, acoustical abatement and wood and resilient flooring adhesives.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

OCTOBER 16, 2019

Bamboo Flooring Guide. Whether you’re looking to improve the appearance of one room in your house or hoping to install a durable, eco-friendly flooring option throughout your home, bamboo floors combine the resilience of hardwood flooring with the easy maintenance of laminate. Your Guide to bamboo flooring.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 11, 2020

In an industry where price shopping is rampant, specialty dealers are challenged to maintain their profit margins while still being competitive with not only home centers but also other flooring retailers in their respective markets. Dawn Iversen, president of Jerry’s Floor Store in Spring Lake Park, Minn.,

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 26, 2022

—Mannington Commercial’s award-winning Legato Liquid Linoleum flooring product has attained USDA BioPreferred certification from the U.S. Legato does not require adhesives and generates little to no waste upon installation. The post Mannington Commercial earns BioPreferred certification appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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