Floor Covering News

MAY 16, 2023

Lux Flooring’s SPC products feature a 22-mil thickness and a virgin stone core for added durability. W hile some flooring companies aim to be many different things to many different retailers—providing a breadth of product categories from wood to resilient to ceramic—Lux Flooring’s focus is singular: SPC luxury vinyl flooring.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 24, 2023

Laticrete, a leading manufacturer of construction solutions for the building industry, is adding profiles and trim to its growing roster of tile, stone and flooring installation products, making it a total solutions provider with a complete tile installation system including trim options. Bethany, Conn.—Laticrete,

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Ceramics of Italy

MARCH 18, 2024

This recognition testifies to our international scope as well as our ability to effectively promote Italian-made products in international markets by providing extensive support to our partners and their projects around the world,” says Maurizio Mazzotti , CEO of Atlas Concorde.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

The product integrates porcelain tile with LED lighting to create a backlit look for users. The company is also working with an LED supplier to provide light-changing LEDs for the product line, which will also allow users to adjust the lighting using the company’s LED application via a mobile device. This is a rare vein cut travertine.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JANUARY 27, 2020

Some VOCs emitted by non-ceramic building products can contribute to a wide variety of health problems and Sick Building Syndrome, according to various health experts. Cordoba by Metropolitan. Because ceramic tile is fired at extremely high temperatures, producing an inorganic material, it has zero VOCs. Galaxy by Metropolitan.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

The Natural Stone Institute presented its 2021 Person of the Year award to Michael Picco of Picco Group. Oberlin, Ohio—The Natural Stone Institute presented its 2021 Person of the Year award to Michael Picco of Picco Group, and named John Cierech of Tennessee Marble Company its 2021 Natural Stone Craftsman of the Year.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 13, 2024

—Brett Miller, VP technical standards, NWFA “What was supposed to be a temporary job turned into a career that has allowed me to become a business owner and provide for my family and pass the torch to my son.” —Jon Moreover, it allowed me the privilege to help others in ways I didn’t think possible.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 4, 2023

The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) has expanded training and education for professionals in the ceramic tile and stone industry for 2023. two days, 16 hours): An essential study of productivity and techniques to make you more efficient; important qualities for the installer looking to be well organized by using time wisely.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 23, 2021

.— The International Surface Event (TISE) was held in-person here and re – e merged as an event full of connection, innovation and intention for the floor covering , stone and tile industries, show organizers said. It was great to connect in-person and StonExpo was a high energy event! We are super excited to come back next year!

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

We’re also known for our expertise in residential tile products. The desk is beautifully clad in a neutral and natural stone look-a-like material from our Slim Slab Collection. The large format porcelain tiles in the color White, come from our Silk Stone Collection. AC’s Silk Stone featured indoors and out.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

With numbers continuing to flourish, it’s no wonder that flooring companies continue to ramp up their R&D efforts to meet the insatiable needs of consumers who desire a waterproof solution in their homes. The products are designed to perform well in extreme temperature situations while also offering high-impact and scuff resistance.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 26, 2024

Natural Gloss is the other new finish, offering a natural effect where a glossy ink is applied digitally, and synchronized with the desired part of the graphic to mimic natural stone. Utilizing groundbreaking full-body technology, these ceramics and available in 12- and 20-mm thicknesses, set a new standard in the industry.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 20, 2021

.— Coverings , the preeminent event for the ceramic tile and natural stone industry in North America, has released a lineup of featured conference sessions for Coverings 2022. Select sessions in this track include: Meeting Consumer Demand – Successful Exterior Installation. Installation & Fabrication. Materials & Trends.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

The materials that are becoming more relevant every day range from cork, terrazzo, natural stone and hardwood, to ceramic tiles, wool and other natural fiber carpets. Investing up front in high-quality flooring materials that meet or exceed ASTM International walking safety ratings will always provide an outstanding return on investment.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 5, 2022

“While every Karndean luxury vinyl product can be personalized, all of these new visuals are intentionally designed for interacting with one another, in addition to being used in combination with existing Opus woods and stones, for unlimited customization options to meet practical and aesthetic design needs,” Baldwin added.

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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. Crossville: Stone Fiction. AHF Contract: Expressive Ideas. Ava by Novalis: 2TRZO.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 10, 2020

With these flourishing numbers, it’s no wonder flooring companies are ramping up their R&D efforts to meet the needs of consumers who desire a waterproof solution in their homes. Ceramic, stone looks impress. Indeed, vinyl products that resemble ceramic and stone visuals are all the rage.

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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. We take pride in meeting or exceeding all industry standards,” Jeremy, a CTI, explains. ARDEX X 77™ MICROTEC® Fiber Reinforced Tile and Stone Mortar​​​​​​. ARDEX CA 20 P™ Multi-Purpose Construction Adhesive and Sealant.

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JG Kitchens

JUNE 17, 2014

Here are a few of the products I look forward to seeing, along with so many of the established brands I use, like Brizo, GE Monogram, Sub-Zero Wolf, Silestone, Miele and quite a few more. Sleek fixtures from new DXV Series (Photo Courtesy: DXV by American Standard).

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 21, 2022

In 2022, Engineered Floors and Dream Weaver Carpet continued to expand the DW Select collection of products. Mohawk has reset the standard for the texture and realism of wood décor with Signature Technology. Mohawk has developed new products with striking visuals and convenient features at a fraction of the cost of wood and vinyl. .

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Las Vegas—While it has its challenges—low-end products creeping into retailer showrooms and U.S. The company made its foray into the eco-friendly field with its Stone + Wood line, a PVC-free hybrid touting waterproof capabilities and enhances scratch resistance. So, there’s a lot of pride behind the new products we’re putting out.”

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 1, 2020

The collection has also been reengineered and thoroughly retested to ensure the flooring meets all certification and market standards. The eight tile visuals offer a mixture of concrete and stone looks in earth-inspired colors and natural textures.

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Realstone

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

When we talk about a natural stone fireplace , it resonates with longevity, promising to add value and grandeur to your home for a lifetime. From premium natural stone veneer options to affordable yet stylish thin brick solutions, one can find a range that suits both aesthetic preferences and financial boundaries.

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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. Bethany, Conn.—Laticrete

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 8, 2020

The announcement was made by Bart Bettiga, executive director of NTCA, at its annual meeting, held virtually on Dec. I am humbled and honored to receive this award and be recognized by my peers in an industry I have been active in for almost 40 years,” Brookes said in the virtual meeting.

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StoneDimensions

MAY 23, 2014

Q: We are installing stone tile on an exterior balcony. The amount of water that is experienced by the surface, the pitch of the surface slope, the permeability of the stone, and the permeability of the grout are all factors as to what amount of water penetrates the bed. The existing concrete deck is not sloped. Is this acceptable?

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 26, 2022

It’s an important stepping stone to building a strong and lasting relationship with a client and those relationships can be among the most valuable to a company. It’s generally easier and more fruitful to sell products to an existing customer than acquiring a new one. Target longevity. In the end, you have to deliver value.

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StoneDimensions

JUNE 3, 2015

The Dubai World Trade Centre was the setting for the first annual Middle East Stone Show where the MIA assisted with eight of the forty educational sessions. The Middle East Stone Show was launched to provide a much larger stone presence than was currently available at the Big 5 event. Workshop: Thin Veneer Stone Masterclass.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 17, 2023

In response, flooring suppliers have unveiled waterproof or highly water-resistant flooring products to market, each laden with additional benefits. The high-density, wood-based core board was specially developed to meet the requirement of waterproofness. Following is a curated sample of some of those options.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 23, 2023

H ardwood may very well be the most aspirational flooring product (next to stone or ceramic tile). To that end, hardwood suppliers across the board are leveraging emerging innovations designed to enhance both the visual characteristics as well as the performance attributes of the product.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 18, 2023

And with that comes the prospect of products that don’t necessarily meet high quality, performance and/or environmental standards. “I What was once hailed as a “waterproof” sensation has taken a hit where it hurts—its durability—due to the influx of inferior product entering the market, particularly from West Coast ports.

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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. New Rapid-Setting Mortar from MAPEI. This mortar sets quickly, allowing grouting in three to four hours. www.mapei.com.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 17, 2023

—Coverings, North America’s largest international tile and stone exhibition and conference, announced an extensive lineup of new and returning activations for Coverings 2023, which will take place April 18-21, here at the Orange County Convention Center. The tours will kick off each day at 11 a.m., between April 18-20.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Coverings, the international tile and stone exhibition and conference, will hold its fourth Coverings Connected interactive digital event this month. EST, and will be presented by Bill Griese, director, standards development and sustainability initiatives, Tile Council of North America, Inc., Arlington, Va.—Coverings, to 1:30 p.m.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JANUARY 31, 2020

Product quality, design, innovation, Italian origin, and sustainability are all key components of the Italian ceramic tile industry’s success. The intrinsic characteristics of ceramic products make them preferable to other materials in terms of their limited impacts over their life cycle. of Italian ceramic tile production.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 1, 2020

Following is a sampling of the different innovations, processes and features suppliers are incorporating in their waterproof products to offer consumers added protection against moisture incursion. And thanks to Inhaus’ Megaloc angle-fold locking system, the product resists moisture incursion. Armstrong Flooring. Rigid Core Vantage.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

AUGUST 13, 2013

When mixed with water, Kerabond T acts as a medium-bed mortar meeting the ANSI A118.1 standard and ISO 13007 Classification C1T. standard and ISO 13007 Classification C2ES2P2. “The MAPEI has manufactured Tile & Stone Installation Systems for more than 75 years,” Pistulka stated. www.mapei.com. www.laticrete.com.

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