As The Tile Turns
AUGUST 30, 2023
Between our high elevation and inland location, there’s no denying that we deal with a seriously dry climate in Colorado. There are definite perks: plenty of quality time outside and lots of vitamin D, to name a few. The downside? Dry skin, allergies, and a whole host of other respiratory complaints. In these arid conditions, a steam shower can feel like a dream come true.
Rubble Tile
AUGUST 29, 2023
Cross-cut travertine is the inspiration for one of our favorite porcelain stoneware collections, Stoneline. The ancient sedimentary stone contains layers and swirls of amalgamated rock materials that create wavy streaks of veining and stratification formed over time. When cross-cut to purposefully feature the less uniform.
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Ceramic Tile Education Foundation
AUGUST 29, 2023
Fred Hueston, President and Founder of Stone Forensics , recently published Why It Is Important to Hire a Certified Tile Installer, Including CTEF Certification. Have you read it? The article is so powerful that - with Fred's permission - we are sharing highlights with you here.
Floor Covering News
AUGUST 29, 2023
Lancaster, Pa.—Ecore International has added a line of budget-friendly surfaces to its robust product portfolio. Designed for use in free weight, cardio, selectorized strength and functional training areas, the Essentials line is inspired by Ecore’s Basic Fit and Performance collections. “Essentials is a low-maintenance flooring solution for fitness dealers and facility owners who may have previously hesitated to consider rubber flooring due to cost,” explained Bo Barber, Ecore’s chief growth an
Realstone
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
Making Statements in Design Ever feel like your home’s design is just missing that final touch? You might’ve played it safe with neutral tones and traditional designs, but now you’re craving that bold, eye-catching element that ties everything together. Why Choose Dark Stone Veneer Enter dark stone veneer. This versatile material offers a potent mix of elegance and drama, perfectly suited to revitalize both interior and exterior spaces.
Ceramics of Italy
AUGUST 29, 2023
The positive figures announced by Laminam CEO Alberto Selmi at the beginning of the 2022 Sustainability Report reflect the company’s highly satisfactory performance in a year that has severely challenged even the most established businesses. Laminam is reaping the rewards of shrewd strategic choices and capitalising on investments made as early as 2021 with a commitment to strengthening them in the future, while focusing on the group’s key strategies of internationalisation, digitalisation, huma
JG Kitchens
AUGUST 30, 2023
This week's post looks at Ferguson, a chain of 250 stores in the US and Canada. I included numerous quotes from designers about what they're doing with these trends too. The post Wellness Trends Strongly in Premium Retail Chain comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.
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The A to Z of Building
AUGUST 30, 2023
Pfannenberg, Inc., a leading global manufacturer of thermal management technologies, highlights its series of Filterfans® The original technology was invented by Otto Pfannenberg in 1958 and.
Realstone
AUGUST 28, 2023
Customer service is one of our core values. We listen to our customers’ needs and provide solutions anytime we are able. Based on customer feedback we are now offering delivery from our Troy Michigan showroom to areas within our 60-mile radius. Call us to learn more and schedule a delivery. The post Realstone Delivery Service appeared first on Realstone Systems.
Floor Covering News
AUGUST 29, 2023
Dalton—EF Contract expanded design options for its popular Kinetex line with the introduction of Sound & Surface. Combining the performance attributes of hard surface with the softness and warmth of carpet, Kinetex is billed as a go-anywhere, do-anything flooring solution. “The two patterns within this collection are complementary but achieve very different effects,” said Marie Moore, design manager for Kinetex at EF Contract.
Floor Covering News
AUGUST 28, 2023
Johnson City—In memory of James Donald “Don” Conner, Jr., a beloved hardwood flooring industry legend who passed away in October 2022, Mullican Flooring is encouraging individuals to contribute to a National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) Education and Research Foundation (ERF) Named Scholarship Fund in his name. “Don was extremely passionate about hardwood flooring and teaching other people in the industry,” said Neil Poland, president of Mullican Flooring.
Floor Covering News
AUGUST 31, 2023
Washington, D.C.—According to Robert Dietz, National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) chief economist Robert, an expected impact of the virus crisis is a need for more residential space, as people use homes for more purposes including work. Home size correspondingly increased in 2021 as interest rates reached historic lows. However, as interest rates increased in 2022, and housing affordability worsened, the demand for home size has trended lower.
Floor Covering News
AUGUST 30, 2023
Paul Stringer St. Louis, Mo.—The National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) has established an NWFA Scholarship for Paul Stringer, who retired from Somerset Hardwood earlier this year. Stringer spent more than 30 years as a leader in the hardwood flooring industry, with the past 20 years at Somerset Hardwood. There, he led the sales and marketing efforts, growing the company from an unfinished strip mill to one of North America’s largest pre-finished solid and engineered manufacturers.
Floor Covering News
AUGUST 29, 2023
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, retail training expert, talks about the importance of testimonials as a way to differentiate yourself in a crowded market.
Floor Covering News
AUGUST 28, 2023
Jacksonville, Fla.—Michael Mayes joined Cain & Bultman as territory manager representing Southeast Florida. Prior to joining Cain & Bultman Mayes managed Floor Source Enterprises in Coconut Creek, Fla., where he grew sales for the company. Before that he had a brief stint with Pino Flooring. Mayes originally hails from Norwich, England, United Kingdom and was the sales manager for Carpetright PLC for eight years.
The A to Z of Building
AUGUST 28, 2023
Lorin Industries, Inc., the global industry leader in the innovation and production of coil anodized aluminum, is collaborating with Isaiah Industries, a leading manufacturer and distributor of.
Floor Covering News
AUGUST 30, 2023
Raj Shah, MSI co-CEO M S International, more commonly known as MSI, started making headlines about 15 years ago as an affordable source of ceramic tile and stone. Over the past decade, the 48-year-old company got into the SPC game in a huge way, becoming the second-largest supplier of that product in the U.S. The company continues to grow through innovation, a diverse product assortment and holding true to its core tenet: “Making Dream Surfaces Attainable.
Floor Covering News
AUGUST 30, 2023
Washington, D.C.—Low existing inventory and solid demand more than offset rising mortgage rates and elevated construction costs to boost new home sales last month, according to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). Sales of newly built, single-family homes in July increased 4.4% to a 714,000 seasonally adjusted annual rate from a downwardly revised reading in June, according to newly released data by the U.S.
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