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Versatile Design Ideas With Porcelain and Ceramic Tile

Why Tile

“Design versatility” speaks to the ability to use a product for many different kinds of projects under a variety of conditions, while also offering diverse design aesthetics to fulfill a wide range of needs. It’s a tall order. The advantage of design versatility allows for a consistent aesthetic throughout a space, the ability to use… The post Versatile Design Ideas With Porcelain and Ceramic Tile appeared first on Why Tile.

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Waterproof: Protecting specialty dealers’ profit margins

Floor Covering News

T he intense level of competition in the waterproof flooring segment —particularly the LVP/SPC/rigid core category—has resulted in aggressive pricing strategies to build market share. This intense competition, while giving retailers and end users more choices, has negatively impacted profit margin opportunities for specialty retailers. However, scores of suppliers of competitive waterproof products such as resilient and even some high-performance laminates and hybrids are responding by highlight

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Wellness-Friendly Laundry-Mud Rooms Are a Big 2024 Home Trend Prediction

JG Kitchens

I grew up in a home with its washer-dryer pair in the darkest corner of our basement, next to the oil burner, and two flights down from our bedrooms. Laundry was not a pleasant task for my mom, I’m sure. When my ex and I built our Tampa home, I added art, white cabinets and […] The post Wellness-Friendly Laundry-Mud Rooms Are a Big 2024 Home Trend Prediction comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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Upcycling Old Concrete with Graphene for Sustainable Construction

The A to Z of Building

In the aftermath of large-scale disasters like earthquakes or wars, and as aging buildings and infrastructure are replaced, vast amounts of concrete often end up in landfills or are crushed into.

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Take the CTI Hands-on Thanks to TEC! TISE24

Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

Are you ready to take the CTI Hands-on Test at TISE24? If yes, you are in for a treat thanks to TEC! You'll find details in this article.

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Coverings unveils 2024 educational lineup

Floor Covering News

Atlanta—Coverings, the preeminent event for the ceramic tile and natural stone industry in North America, has revealed a select lineup of featured educational opportunities for Coverings 2024 , which will take place April 22-25, 2024, here at the Georgia World Congress Center (GWCC). Education at Coverings 2024 will span all tile and stone industry segments with a focus on Coverings’ four learning tenets, which include “Sustainability,” “Health & Wellness,” “Outdoor Spaces” and “Timele

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FloorCon ‘23 supports industry connections

Floor Covering News

Todd Saunders, Broadlume CEO, delivered the opening remarks at FloorCon ’23 talking to attendees about ways to ‘grow better.’ Jacksonville, Fla. —“ This is not a Broadlume event. This is about connecting manufacturers, retailers and consumers and pushing this industry forward.” That was the crux of FloorCon ’23 as described by Todd Saunders, Broadlume CEO, and reflected within the three-day lineup of educational opportunities afforded to attendees this year.

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Sustainable Building Experts Unveil Valuable Resource for Building Professionals in the UK

The A to Z of Building

The sustainable building experts, Sustain Quality have unveiled a series of comprehensive guides which cover all aspects of the UK’s building regulations and best practices to achieve.

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Barratt Homes Champions Sustainability With Environmental Consultancy

The A to Z of Building

With the support of an environmental consultancy, Barratt Homes is embracing new Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) requirements, and maintaining its status as the UK’s leading sustainable.

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Betolar Launches Low-Carbon Concrete Products in the UAE with Fujairah Concrete Products

The A to Z of Building

Betolar and UAE-based concrete products manufacturer Fujairah Concrete Products (FCP) announced their collaboration at the international Big 5 Global construction event in Dubai. At the event, the.

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Two-Thirds of Architects Now Calculate Environmental Impact

The A to Z of Building

Today, NBS, the platform for connected construction information, reveals the results of its Digital Construction Report. The study explores the industry’s evolving relationship between.

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KAUST Spinout Raises Investment to Revolutionize Concrete Manufacturing and Reduce CO2 Emissions

The A to Z of Building

Concrete production relies heavily on sand; however, most of the sand in the Earth is unsuitable for concrete manufacturing due to its fine particle size and smooth surface.

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Shaw Floors sponsors ‘Puppies at the Playoff’ 2024

Floor Covering News

Houston—Shaw Floors, flagship residential brand of Shaw Industries, is an official sponsor of the 2024 College Football Playoff (CFP) National Championship with the “Pet Perfect Puppies at the Playoff” activation hosted at Playoff Fan Central. The CFP National Championship weekend events, held Jan. 5-7, 2024, at the George R. Brown Convention Center, here, will provide fans with the opportunity to participate in a variety of activities leading up to the national championship game on Jan. 8, 2024

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Shaw’s St. Jude Heroes team achieves fundraising record

Floor Covering News

Memphis, Tenn.–Shaw Industries’ St. Jude Memphis Marathon Hero’s team has been named the top corporate fundraising team for the fifth year in a row. This year, the team raised more than $662,000 and counting to support the life-saving mission of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Two hundred and twenty six Shaw associates, customers, vendors and family members united to form the Shaw running team here.

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Ecore acquires Ameritread

Floor Covering News

Lancaster, Pa.—Ameritread Remanufactured Tires, a Pennsylvania-based company specializing in the remanufacturing of certified reconstructed tires, has been acquired by Ecore International, a global leader in the recycling and transformation of reclaimed materials into innovative, performance-driven surfaces. The acquisition further solidifies Ecore’s commitment to sustainability and strengthens its position as a leader in the circular economy.

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Belknap-Haines expands distribution of LM Flooring

Floor Covering News

Mountville, Pa.—Belknap-Haines, a leading full-service flooring distributor , will help expand the influence and territory of LM Flooring, an AHF Products brand, in New England and relaunch in the Southeastern United States, effective immediately. “The success of AHF Products is a direct result of the commitment and professionalism of our distributor partners and the retail professionals they serve,” said Chris King, senior vice president of sales, AHF Products.

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NWFA completes 74th home with Gary Sinise Foundation

Floor Covering News

St. Louis, Mo.–The National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) has provided flooring for its 74th home in support of the Gary Sinise Foundation R.I.S.E. program (Restoring Independence Supporting Empowerment). The R.I.S.E. program builds mortgage-free, custom, specially adapted smart homes for severely wounded veterans and first responders. The home dedication for U.S.

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Kono Blackburn joins Spartan Surfaces

Floor Covering News

Kono Blackburn Calif.— Spartan Surfaces welcomed Kono Blackburn in Southern California as its healthcare lead. Blackburn, with extensive experience in engaging end user and designer clients, assumes a strategic role focused on delivering innovative flooring solutions tailored specifically for healthcare environments. “Kono Blackburn’s appointment underscores our dedication to providing specialized flooring for the healthcare facilities,” stated Mike Blasek, VP of sales.

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Flooring industry supports worthy causes

Floor Covering News

T he term cause-related marketing was reportedly first coined by American Express when it launched a marketing program to assist with the renovation costs of the Statue of Liberty. At the time 40 years ago, Amex donated a penny for each use of its credit card and a dollar for each newly issued card toward the renovation program. The flooring industry has done its share of cause-related marketing over the years, collaborating with such worthy causes as Susan G.

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‘Tuesday Tips:’ Focus on what you do have

Floor Covering News

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, reminds us that beginning each morning with an attitude of gratitude will help set the tone of your day.

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Torlys names Jeano Bejjani vice president of marketing

Floor Covering News

Jeano Bejjani Toronto, Ontario—Torlys continues to expand its leadership team with the appointment of Jeano Bejjani to the position of vice president of marketing. Bejjani’s strategic acumen, planning and execution skills will be a key addition to Torlys’ executive team. Bejjani’s proven track record of accomplishments in the floor covering industry spans more than two decades.

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Polyurethane Foam Association elects new officers for 2024

Floor Covering News

Loudon, Tenn.—The Polyurethane Foam Association (PFA), a trade association founded in 1980 to help educate foam users, allied industries and other stakeholders , has named its officers and executive committee for 2024. The slate of officers and committee members was approved by attendees at the general business meeting on November 2, 2023 in Toronto.

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