Floor Covering News

JULY 18, 2023

G iven the plethora of hard surface flooring options available in the market today, choosing the right adhesive is critical to ensuring the new floor can withstand the rigors of long-term use. Fortunately for today’s installers, adhesives suppliers have taken the guesswork out of which glue is best served for the specific application in mind.

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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

DECEMBER 17, 2018

—Laticrete has introduced MultiMax Lite, a one-step, non-sag, large and heavy tile mortar for interior and exterior installations of ceramic tile, porcelain tile, glass tile and stone.

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The London Tile Co.

MARCH 10, 2017

We’ve seen the popularity of external porcelain tiles explode over the last year, and it’s no surprise since the list of benefits is a long one. When choosing your tiles it is important to make sure they are suitable for use outdoors. We stock two ranges of external porcelain paving tiles at The London Tile Co.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 29, 2020

AHF Products is launching Hartco Contract, a new line of vinyl plank and tile floors including SPC rigid core, loose lay thick LVT and dry back traditional LVT, as well as homogeneous and heterogeneous vinyl sheet designed for light commercial, multi-family and manufactured housing installations. Mountville, Pa.—AHF

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

(ARLINGTON, VA—February 12, 2019) Coverings ( coverings.com ), the largest international tile & stone exhibition and conference in North America, will honor the beauty and durability of tile this National Tile Day as the February 23 observance enters its third year.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 5, 2022

By Jacqueline Hinchcliffe — Today’s flooring adhesives tout better grab, faster cure times and overall easier workability, among other key attributes. Following is a sampling of the latest eco-conscious flooring adhesives. Custom Building Products. The product also a high bond strength and features a long open time.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JANUARY 27, 2020

Ceramic tile is not only beautiful, it is also healthy for your home. So states a Bulletin from TCNA (Tile Council of North America)s. The Bulletin notes that tile is also long-lasting, easy to clean, fire-safe, and offers many slip-resistant choices. Ceramic tile contains none of the formaldehyde found in some floor coverings.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 6, 2021

—Laticrete will exhibit its latest product solutions and innovations at Coverings 2021, including the soon-to-be-released Hydro Barrier Plus and Hydro Ban XP waterproofing and crack isolation membranes. Following are the products Laticrete will showcase at Coverings 2021. Products to be showcased. according to Laticrete.

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The London Tile Co.

MARCH 21, 2018

If you’ve been on the hunt for new paving recently you have probably come across one or two products made from porcelain. Porcelain and ceramic tiles are made in basically the same way. Glazed – a separate layer of glaze is added to the surface of the tile. How is porcelain paving made?

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Offering a unique combination of design versatility, easy installation and high-end performance, Karndean LooseLay aims to set the standard for commercial LVT. mm thick, Karndean LooseLay transitions easily to most carpet tile. LooseLay brings it all together in one product.”

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The London Tile Co.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2016

If you are looking for a long-lasting and modern looking alternative to traditional paving products, porcelain is the perfect choice. While it is the perfect material for outdoor use, not all porcelain tiles can be used outside. Valverdi Indoor-Out tiles are available in two thicknesses – 10mm for inside and 20mm for outdoor use.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 30, 2020

—MAPEI said the SCS Global Services has issued its Indoor Advantage Gold certification for indoor air quality for over 255 of MAPEI’s products (in the U.S.) for low VOC emissions in various categories including architectural coatings, sealants and adhesives. It also conforms with CDPH Standard Method v1.2-2017

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

Before the weather gets cold or you complete your next tile project, consider using in-floor heating as a way to keep your toes warm during these next few months. They’re experts in what goes between and under our tile; which includes floor warming systems. For more size options, visit our Floor Heat Mat Product Page here.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Led by our world-class design team, it’s a tribute to our entire company’s commitment to providing architects and designers with a premium product—one that delivers an unmatched combination of style, durability and performance. Individual planks and tiles are easily removed and replaced if damaged. Pieces also can be lifted and reused.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 24, 2022

As a direct replacement for NXT Vapor Reduction Coating, Spartacote Moisture Vapor Barrier and Supercap Moisture Vapor Control, this product offers the benefits and features of each of these existing epoxy moisture mitigation products in an all-in-one formula, according to the company.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 13, 2020

We’re putting together an interesting educational and engaging program of informative how-tos, innovative product presentations, an industry leader keynote speaker and online get togethers,” said CJ Church, executive director. 20 through Oct.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

Markus Dworowy of Rudi’s Tile & Design Construction , is a second generation German Master Tile Setter and Craftsman. When Markus came to the United States, he brought decades of experience, and his love of ARDEX products, with him. We have been using all ARDEX products since the 1980s, in Germany.” Markus explains.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Seoul, South Korea— NOX Corporation, a global LVT(Luxury Vinyl Tile) manufacturer, released its plan for the transition to sustainable raw materials contributing to carbon reduction in all products. NOX said it intends to set the standard for sustainable flooring and declared that all finished products would be 100% recyclable.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 23, 2012

In response to ceramic contractors’ needs for time-saving products, MAPEI has introduced Ultraflex™ LFT Rapid mortar to its line of fast-setting tile and stone installation systems. Ultraflex LFT Rapid has a high content of a unique dry polymer, resulting in excellent adhesion to the substrate and tile. www.mapei.com.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 25, 2022

The International Certified Flooring Installers association (CFI) offers educational programs and certifications across multiple categories such as carpet, resilient, hardwood and ceramic tile and stone. We teach them the standards, then we test them.”. In addition to its classes, CTEF also has a certification program.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 29, 2024

Inhaus developed this collection with an end goal to create a product line that offers high-performance and eco-friendly floors without compromising style. More than just products, TotalWorx aims to guide and support customers in their installation process—ensuring every job is installed correctly for long-lasting, quality results.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

OCTOBER 10, 2017

This standard tub and shower installation in Portland, Oregon was completed by Stoneman Construction. Proving that expert craftsmanship is in the details, Jeremy Bickett explains that they took the time to vein match the tile, a polished porcelain, even though they only had five different tiles to choose from. “We

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 13, 2022

The industry’s major manufacturers as well as the latest emerging companies will showcase thousands of new products and services in categories including furniture, fabrics, flooring, interior building products, interior finishes and technology. AHF Contract: Expressive Ideas. Ava by Novalis: 2TRZO. Today, everyone is a curator.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 30, 2013

How to Create a Stunning Mosaic Tile Wall Feature. Avente Tile welcomes a new tile perspective to our blog. Our guest post is provided by Ruth Hinds on behalf of Tons of Tiles , U.K.-based This is likely to include adhesive, grout, a grout scraper, gloves, and safety glasses. Use Handmade Tiles. cement tile.

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Floor Covering News

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. FlinTile even enables the installation of different panel formats such as square tiles and the combination of different formats.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 2, 2020

.— Beauflor USA is launching its Omega+ collection, a highly durable vinyl roll product featuring 22 diverse visuals and the integration of the company’s patent-pending NaturQuest technology. It comes in a standard roll width of 12 feet for easy installation in open areas such as bedrooms, kitchens and laundry rooms.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 2, 2012

First came the advent of large-format tile designs, providing the customer with greater coverage (not to mention some great new looks) while using fewer total tiles. Still, large-format tile came with its own challenges, not the least of which was the weight of the material. Now let’s talk size.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

MAY 9, 2017

When it comes to waterproofing and crack isolation in tile assemblies, trust the RedGard brand from Custom Building Products. Count on CUSTOM’s complete RedGard family of products for fast, reliable tile installations. Simplify tile projects by installing RedGard Uncoupling Mat. Only from CUSTOM.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

How it works: Unicoat is applied on the edges of the floorboard during production, resulting in a fully sealed surface when the panels are locked together. It features an innovative installation system and is available in vinyl plank and vinyl tile options. Designs feature 21 (16 tile) unique planks or 51 square feet of unique décor.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

Without these seemingly sundry products the installation would be incomplete and the flooring would likely fail. Perhaps the most design-savvy of flooring categories, tile is most particularly supported by grout and mortar products. In fact, industry experts agree grout and mortar can make or break a tile installation.

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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 2, 2020

.— Beauflor USA is launching its Omega+ collection, a highly durable vinyl roll product featuring 22 diverse visuals and the integration of the company’s patent-pending NaturQuest technology. It comes in a standard roll width of 12 feet for easy installation in open areas such as bedrooms, kitchens and laundry rooms.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 27, 2021

T oday, consumers want to know where a brand’s products are coming from and how they’re produced; they’re interested in sustainable business practices. Armstrong Flooring is boldly walking into the future with a revitalized brand, an optimized collection of flooring products and adaptive solutions for its customers.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 22, 2021

There are specifications that are standard, but they’re very hard for a consumer to understand. Ann Wicander, president, WE Cork , noted that ceramic tile and hardwoods, while they may look good, are very noisy. And, even more so, can sometimes be the hardest for the retail store owner to find value in selling due to that fact.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

SEPTEMBER 12, 2012

Here are nine reasons why we in the tile industry should be optimistic. Larger floorplans equals more tile. For those of us who import most of our tile, a strong dollar is a welcome sign. Advances in ceramic technologies have improved the performance and the look of tile. Every once in a while a good pep talk is in order.

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Focus Floors and Furnishings

NOVEMBER 14, 2012

FOCUS floors & Furnishings has recently introduced vinyl plank flooring to its line of durable and beautiful flooring products, which also includes carpet tiles for residential and commercial installation. Vinyl plank flooring is a unique product that looks like natural wood. Measure in standard feet.

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