Tile of Spain USA

APRIL 17, 2024

Tile of Spain triumphantly announces its return to Coverings 2024: The Global Tile and Stone Experience , as more than 60 Spanish ceramic manufacturers prepare to travel to Atlanta, GA next week to exhibit at the 34th annual edition of the show. Taking place from April 22nd – 25th, 2024 at the Georgia World Congress Center, Coverings connects the world’s leading tile and stone manufacturers and suppliers with architects, designers and trade professionals to indulge in ground-breaking ti

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 17, 2024

Michele McMinn Clarksville, Tenn.—MILEstone is set to launch the second chapter of its Stories concept at Coverings 2024. In collaboration with Michele McMinn, Gresham Smith Studio design lead, partner and current member of MILEstone’s Design Advisory Council (DAC), the new collection will contribute to the Stories legacy with a warm, earthy design.

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JG Kitchens

APRIL 17, 2024

Though it's written for an industry publication, I'm happy to share its insights with my Gold Notes readers who aren't kitchen and bath pros. I believe you'll find its points valuable too. Here's the first column, covering these trends. The post Highlights from the 2024 Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (Part 1) comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 17, 2024

When it comes to durability, scratch/dent resistance, ease of installation/maintenance and affordability, laminate flooring checks all the boxes. In fact, it’s these attributes that have given the category the upper hand over many of its hard surface counterparts. However, where laminate has had to play “catch-up” in recent years is in the waterproof/water-resistant department—the domain of rigid core products like SPC and WPC.

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The A to Z of Building

APRIL 17, 2024

Researchers evaluated the environmental and thermal performance of innovative fly ash-based bricks incorporating agro-forestry and construction waste.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 17, 2024

Michael Martin, NWFA president and CEO. New Orleans—The National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) kicked off its 2024 Expo this week, boasting its highest attendance in 20 years. That’s according to Michael Martin, NWFA president and CEO, who welcomed attendees during opening session on day one. “We’ve got quite the program lined up for attendees this year,” Martin said in his opening remarks.

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Onfloor Technology

APRIL 17, 2024

Navigating the labyrinth of construction tools can be overwhelming, especially when performance is paramount.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 17, 2024

Jon Roy Reid Dallas, Texas— Galleher celebrated the induction of Jon Roy Reid—president of Trinity Hardwood Distributors, Galleher’s southwestern hub—into the National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) Hall of Fame. “Jon Roy possesses a distinctive combination of hands-on leadership and motivational skills that distinguish him,” said Rick Coates, CEO of Galleher. “His commitment to our customers, coupled with his ability to coach and inspire his team, has driven Trinity Hardwood

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 17, 2024

In my last two columns I’ve outlined why independent retailers are declining while the boxes and chains are growing, and why your digital marketing will not reverse this trend. One reason is because everyone is using digital media to shout the same, copy-cat message: “Here’s our name, here’s what we sell, here’s how to find us.” In a head-to-head match with billion-dollar corporations who can outspend you 100-1, you’ll never win the customer-acquisition game using this approach.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 17, 2024

Waregem, Belgium— Unilin has entered into a partnership with Centexbel, a pioneer in biobased polymer research. Through this collaboration, Unilin has secured the exclusive and worldwide licensing right for Centexbel’s patent family on bio-based and biodegradable coatings, inks and adhesive technologies. “Our technology represents a significant leap forward in sustainable development in the textile and packaging industry,” said Brecht Demedts, R&D manager at Centexbel.

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