As The Tile Turns

MARCH 5, 2024

Unleash the wild side of interior design with a touch of elegance by incorporating animals into your next project. Discover the allure of integrating animal-inspired elements into your space and explore tile and stone options that can help bring this captivating motif to life. Let the essence of the wild elevate your interior design to new heights, utilizing the symbolism and motifs to create spaces that are both elegant and fiercely unique.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 4, 2024

MSI showcased its brick story, which includes Brickstone and BrickStaks, at TISE 2024. MSI, one of the largest suppliers of tile and natural stone in North America, is renowned for its on-trend approach to design. Recently, the company has taken that steadfast focus and applied it to create two solutions to support one timeless design trend: brick looks.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

MARCH 8, 2024

At the end of last year I shared five funky flower power tiles to suit some seriously seventies styling and now that Flower Pop is definitely trending , here’s some interior inspo (and, as always, I’ve done my best to find the tiles to match). 1) Sunshine Daisy The tiles of this joyful retro bathroom in Joshua Tree were custom made for the project and I’ve not been able to find them anywhere BUT if you’re quick there are some incredibly similar Mexican Talavera tiles avai

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Why Tile

MARCH 4, 2024

Stone look ceramic tile trends draw inspiration from the magnificent beauty of the earth’s geological past. Masterpieces of nature like limestone, bluestone, and slate are represented with such precision in characteristics like veining, coal lines, and visible fossils. Stone looks have secured a spot in our trend discussions before and we’re expecting a strong resurgence… The post 2024 Tile Trends: Set in Stone appeared first on Why Tile.

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Realstone

MARCH 6, 2024

Welcome to our exploration of faux stone (sometimes referred to as “ artificial stone ”) a remarkable material that’s revolutionizing the world of home and commercial design. With its perfect blend of beauty, durability, and versatility, faux stone offers an array of options for those looking to enhance their living spaces without compromising on style or breaking the bank.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 8, 2024

Lebanon, Penn.—Regupol, a manufacturer of a wide range of recycled rubber surfaces for sports and fitness and acoustic insulation, introduced Regupol Upscale, a collection of recycled rubber tiles and planks for commercial installations. A blend of post-consumer tire rubber, post-industrial vibrant EPDM chips and low VOC binder, Upscale is available in two standard sizes: 4mm x 8 x 36 and 4mm x 12 x 24.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

MARCH 6, 2024

In the Roma district of Mexico City stunning examples of Art Deco architecture and design can be found all over. But for one tiny taco eatery the playful nature of the area is represented in an different and unusual way. A random stylised scattering of fractured ceramics wash across the floor and wall of rough and ready taqueria Los Alexis. The mass trencadis is paired with a bare industrial original ceiling and a vibrant green curved bar to match the green grout.

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Realstone

MARCH 5, 2024

Have you ever dreamt of adding a touch of timeless elegance and sophisticated charm to your home? Look no further than the captivating Pearl Grey Ledgestone natural stone veneer , offered by Realstone Systems , boasts a unique blend of cool grey and warm tones, captivating anyone who sets eyes on it. Whether you are envisioning a cozy stone fireplace that steals the show in your living room, a captivating indoor accent wall that adds drama to your entryway, or even commercial and residenti

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 6, 2024

Harbor City, Calif.— Lunada Bay Tile is refreshing its popular Linen ceramic tile collection with a new hexagon 4-inch tile and new 4 ¾ x 9 ½ tiles available in six colors. The subtly three-dimensional, woven graphic aims to bring the textured pattern to life, giving it a rustic and elegant appearance, with all the performance benefits of porcelain tile.

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The A to Z of Building

MARCH 4, 2024

In a research initiative at the University of Borås, a new generation of concrete pieces with substantially less environmental effect than those now in use is being produced.

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Onfloor Technology

MARCH 6, 2024

Concrete floors have been gaining popularity among homeowners and businesses alike due to their durability, low maintenance, and versatility. Polished concrete floors not only look sleek and modern but also have several practical benefits, such as increased light reflection, improved air quality, and resistance to stains and scratches.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 7, 2024

Whether you’re a tile retailer or looking to diversify by cracking into the category, there are several fundamentals that are essential to success. According to the industry’s top tile suppliers, those fundamentals include: merchandising, room visualization, product selection and sustainability. Here are the ways in which each of these fundamentals can help the retail community win big with tile.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 6, 2024

Verona, Italy—Antolini, a tile and natural stone supplier, has launched the Textures+ Collection, featuring 50 different options. Through the skillful surface processing of natural stones, architects, stylists and interior decorators will be able to choose the most effective solution for each specific project, from both functional and stylistic points of view.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 6, 2024

Dallas, Texas—A leader in style and design, Daltile officially released its annual Daltile Trend Report 2024. Within the report, Daltile shares five key 2024 interior design trends, their inspiration and how each plays out in Daltile’s product assortment. “Style and design surround us—impacting how we feel, the personality of a room or the energy of a space,” said Laura Grilli, director of product design for Daltile.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 5, 2024

Aurora, Ill.—TEC has launched a new resilient flooring adhesive: Flexera 2K PSA Hybrid Adhesive. According to the company, it is the first to combine the ease of a fast-track PSA installation method with the proven durability and robust adhesion of epoxy adhesives. “TEC is committed to creating the highest quality products that allow our customers to work faster and more efficiently,” said John Anderson, senior product manager.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 6, 2024

Dallas, Texas— Marazzi has released its official Trend Report 2024, identifying five of the hottest interior design trends for the coming year as well as the Marazzi products that exemplify each trend. “As Marazzi’s lead product designer, I am always involved in the worlds of fashion, interior design, home furnishings, colors trends and the latest in exquisite tile design,” said Shelly Halbert, director of product design for Dal-Tile, parent company of Marazzi.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 7, 2024

Las Vegas— Emser Tile has been awarded the Best of IBS Award in the Kitchen and Bath Products category at the 2024 NAHB International Builders’ Show (IBS), held here. “We are deeply honored by the steadfast dedication demonstrated by our team in advancing Empervious by Emser,” said Carl Delia, president at Emser Tile. “This recognition in the Kitchen and Bath Products category is a testament to our ongoing commitment to excellence and innovation.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 4, 2024

Randy Crowder Jackson, Miss.— The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) has added Randy Crowder to the team as a new membership and Five-Star sales director. With nearly three decades of experience in the tile industry, Crowder brings a wealth of expertise and a proven track record of success to his role at NTCA. “NTCA took our time to find the right person to lead our membership and Five-Star sales efforts,” said Bart Bettiga, executive director of NTCA. “With his backg

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 7, 2024

Dallas, Texas— American Olean ’s identity as “America’s original tile company” has grown to include the brand’s focus on being one of the tile industry’s style and design leaders. As such, the brand releases its Trend Report 2024. “In American Olean’s Trend Report 2024, we identify five of the overarching interior design trends for the year and showcase the American Olean tile products that support each trend,” said Shelly Halbert, director of product design for Dal-Tile, American Olean’s parent

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 6, 2024

Mannington leverages its laminate flooring facility in High Point, N.C., to develop innovations such as SpillShield Plus waterproof technology as well as advancements in digital printing. For many U.S.-based floor covering retailers and distributors, the COVID-19 pandemic served as a jarring wake-up call. As bottlenecks at many of the country’s shipping ports became commonplace, that forced many specialty flooring retailers and wholesalers to explore alternatives to resilient products that they

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 5, 2024

Huntington, N.Y.—Salesmaster and team manager James King defeated America’s Floor Source and manager Scott Burmeister, 114-106, to take home the top prize of $15,000 in the 2024 FCNews Fantasy Football for a Cause charity league. Salesmaster was playing for the American Cancer Society, while American Floor Source’s runner-up finish earned $10,000 for In Christy’s Shoes.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 4, 2024

Before the advent of floating floors, installation was done one of two ways: nailing/stapling the flooring to the sub- floor or gluing it down. Given the fact that those methods are time consuming and costly, it’s no wonder floating floors have soared in popularity. What’s more, as the use of floating floors has surged, advances in manufacturing and design have made it possible to get a floating floor in many styles—including SPC/rigid core, water-resistant laminate and WPC.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 4, 2024

Orlando, Fla.— FCNews is here for the start of the 2024 Alliance Flooring convention – “The Next Generation.” The main topic at this year’s convention will be the continued rollout of Perfect Home , the group’s retail selling solution and technology platform that is drawing strong early reviews and keen interest. A case in point is Eric Langan, president/owner of Carpetland USA, with nine locations in Iowa and Illinois.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 6, 2024

Dalton—The World Floor Covering Association (WFCA) released a new “Tuesday Tips” this week. In the series, WFCA experts presents short video tips for improving customer service and optimizing staff performance. In the end, it’s all about understanding the importance of being 1% better than your competition. In this week’s “Tuesday Tips ,” Tom Jennings reminds retailers that small successes add up, and asks what small changes would enhance the buying experience for your customers—eve

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 6, 2024

Chris Mason Bel Air, Md.— Spartan Surfaces has welcomed Chris Mason to the business development team focusing on the state of Maryland. Mason brings nearly 20 years servicing Baltimore and the surrounding areas. In his new role, he will continue to call on valued clients while leveraging longstanding contractor relationships to ensure successful output for the client.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 5, 2024

The term “salesperson” (especially used-car salesman) often carries negative connotations, evoking images of slimy and dishonest individuals in some people’s minds. This negative perception has persisted for years, leading to efforts to find alternative labels for the profession. However, my experience has provided me with a fresh perspective on salespeople and the role they serve.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 4, 2024

When Shaw Floors tapped Ben Liebert to replace Scott Sandlin and lead its residential division, it was a clear departure from the company’s traditional hiring practices. Shaw had the reputation of either promoting from within, moving people from one segment to another or, in some rare cases, finding talent from within the flooring industry. But Liebert is different.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 4, 2024

Historically, the flooring industry has clung to the mindset of: “It’s always been this way,” despite the evolving aspirations of different generations. Having worked closely with several flooring retailers, I’ve witnessed their transformative efforts in embracing employee installers, serving as catalysts for change within their companies. While this approach may not be universally applicable, it has undoubtedly yielded positive outcomes for many businesses in various regions.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 4, 2024

Steve Kuhel San Antonio— FEI Group has added Steve Kuhel to the team as director of multifamily solutios. Kuhel will be responsible for the day-to-day operations surrounding the multifamily solutions division as well as supporting the FEI corporate initiatives and long-term strategies. He will report to Amie Foster, vice president of flooring for FEI.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 4, 2024

Phoenix—Fuse Alliance, the member-owned organization of professional commercial floor covering contractors, kicked off its 2024 conference here amid strong attendance, active participation and information/best practices sharing. It’s in keeping with this year’s conference theme, “Fuse on Fire,” which reflects both the mood and growth of the organization at large.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 5, 2024

SolidTech Premier Since the launch of Mohawk’s original SolidTech line more than seven years ago, the company has unveiled several extensions and enhancements to the product line—each making their own mark in the product’s ongoing evolution. But perhaps it’s the latest iteration of the popular resilient offering that stands to make the greatest impact since the initial launch.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 5, 2024

If I told you that I answer phones, take messages, make appointments, ask clients for feedback and manage installers you would think that I’m a secretary—but you’d be wrong. I’m a project manager. I’ve sold jobs, delivered materials, measured projects; I’ve done a bit of everything, which makes me an excellent project manager. If you want to run a successful flooring store you really do need a project manager.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 5, 2024

Las Vegas—For Urbanfloor, the hits just seem to keep coming. Several years after the wildly successful launch of its popular Timbertop Series of long (and extremely wide) high-end wood flooring, Urbanfloor is banking on achieving similar success with the rollout of Prima Lusso—a distinct collection of engineered wood flooring products designed to offer retailers more trade-up opportunities.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 8, 2024

Every two weeks, FCNews seeks out flooring retailers across the country to offer their advice on hot topics of the day. This week, we asked: How is home improvement activity in your market? Here are their responses: It appears that customers were simply waiting for the New Year, as January and now February’s activity has shown tremendous improvement over the end of 2023.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 8, 2024

Saint-Georges, Canada— Mirage has added a new color in the Escape Collection as well as the Exclusive grade to its Muse and DreamVille collections. “In response to increasing customer demand, we’ve expanded our product offerings to include the Exclusive grade, which has garnered greater interest compared to the Character grade,” said Jérôme Goulet, marketing director at Mirage. “Furthermore, we’re confident that Galena will meet the installation and design requirements

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 8, 2024

Calhoun, Ga.—Karastan has launched new hard and soft surface products designed to enable retailers to grow their margins. The new introductions are as follows: Hard Surface BelleLuxe Waterproof With 31 total products featuring more high-end wood species, such as hickories, walnuts and oaks, along with a wider, longer platform with less pattern repeats, BelleLuxe Waterproof provides high fashion at an accessible price point to help retail partners expand their market reach.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 8, 2024

Dalton—Shaw’s Fleurette Fitch, senior quality director of soft surfaces, has been named a 2024 Women MAKE Awards Honoree by the Manufacturing Institute—the workforce development and education partner of the National Association of Manufacturers. This annual national awards program honors women who have demonstrated excellence and leadership in their careers and represent all levels of the manufacturing industry.

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