Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

The CTEF aims to improve the tile industry through installer certification, education , training and participation in the development of nationally recognized standards and methods. During normal times, CTEF generates income through in-person training and hands-on certification event fees. Flooring products.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 8, 2024

The CTI part of the CTEF booth is sponsored by TEC Specialty Products in booth #7900 and includes eight opportunities to take a free Certified Tile Installer hands-on test. Knowing and understanding standards and specifications is key to growing the tile industry.” Six openings remain. ” To pre-register, visit here.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 2, 2022

—Coverings, the preeminent event for North America’s ceramic tile and natural stone industry, unveiled a sneak peek of featured education for Coverings 2023, taking place here April 18-21, 2023, at the Orange County Convention Center. Tenet sessions.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 5, 2023

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).

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Floor Covering News

JULY 25, 2023

That mission is to improve the tile industry through certification, education, training and participation in the development of nationally recognized standards and methods. The auction will include over 100 items relevant to tile installation professionals.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 31, 2020

For its first event, to be held August 26, attendees will learn about standards, selling tile post-pandemic, the benefits of tile for health and wellness and more. Introduction to Tile Industry Standards. Who: Mark Heinlein, training director, National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA). When: 11 a.m. – 12 p.m. – 12 p.m.

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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. These sessions will focus on the breathtaking world of tile and stone. What Lies Beneath: How the Tile Community Saved the Day with Proper Preparation.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MAY 20, 2016

San Diego, CA, May 19, 2016 – The University of Ceramic Tile and Stone (UofCTS) just released an updated version of the popular Understanding the Basics of Ceramic Tile online technical and sales training course. Both the USA version and the Canadian version of this course were updated.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 24, 2012

One-on-One with Donato Pompo, Ceramic Tile and Stone Consultants. Most importantly, he is the founder of San Diego-based Ceramic Tile and Stone Consultants, and the University of Tile and Stone, a pre-eminent provider of education to industry employees and customers. Jeffrey Steele.

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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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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

APRIL 23, 2018

April 23, 2018 – Fishman Flooring Solutions , a leading distributor of flooring and flooring installation products, has presented ARDEX Americas with its 2017 Vendor Partner Award, recognizing the company for its contributions to Fishman’s sales growth. They must also provide superior marketplace support for those products.

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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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Floor Covering News

APRIL 9, 2021

Floor covering dealers across the coun­try continued to request copies long after the publication hit the streets, citing the guide as an optimal training tool for new salespeople as well as a refresher for existing sales associates. As well, because LVP often imitates wood flooring, it comes in standard plank shapes such as 3 x 36, 41?2

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 8, 2020

Brookes has built a resume of achievements and activities that represent commitment and passion for the tile and stone industry. Brookes is committed to his installers’ training through continuing education and product manufacturer seminars.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

JANUARY 31, 2018

and his team recently completed a stunning, polished white PCT floor with terrazzo stone aggregate in the new head office of Republic Architecture in Winnipeg, MB, Canada. For non-standard applications, we always recommend contacting ARDEX’ technical experts for guidance.). Michael Rosenblat, Owner of TCF West Inc. TCF West Inc.is

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 27, 2015

In 2015, stone and glass mosaics will be trendy, offering alternatives to the usual and expected mosaic designs. Stone mosaics will feature specialty shaped tiles such as ovals, triangles, and hexagons, with glass mosaics displaying rectangular tiles, among other shapes. Industry Insights Product Information' Textured Materials.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 2, 2012

Cotto D’Este, an Italian manufacturer, has developed a revolutionary new technology to create Kerlite, a large-format, thin porcelain tile that weighs a fraction of standard thickness tile while still providing the strength and durability of porcelain. Luckily for designers and installers alike, a solution has evolved!

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

JULY 13, 2016

CUSTOM recently spoke with Roger Leasure, president of Northern California Tile & Stone (NCTS) in Sacramento, Calif. NCTS is a Certified 5-Star Tile Contractor specializing in large commercial and industrial tile and stone installations. The firm is focused on leading in the categories of best practices and client satisfaction.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

JULY 13, 2016

CUSTOM recently spoke with Roger Leasure, president of Northern California Tile & Stone (NCTS) in Sacramento, Calif. NCTS is a Certified 5-Star Tile Contractor specializing in large commercial and industrial tile and stone installations. The firm is focused on leading in the categories of best practices and client satisfaction.

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Tile Talk

MAY 13, 2014

In our continuing effort to bring you the highest quality in cement tile products and designs, were happy to announce that our Artist Series now includes the Guillermo and Tania collection. design standards. green building products. Product Plug. Dwell on Design 2014 – Top Products. Guillermo Gomez Lama.

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StoneDimensions

JANUARY 19, 2015

I had the privilege of going to Spain in November to witness the MIA receive a Macael Award, as well as learn more about the local stone market in the Macael region. 2) Safety for the Install Training : a new training video will be introduced that will greatly benefit installers in both residential and office building settings.

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StoneDimensions

NOVEMBER 11, 2014

GK Naquin of Stone Interiors facilitates a discussion with Midwest stone fabricators regarding the importance of facility planning. Minnesota Stone Summit attendees take part in discussions regarding industry standards and industry safety. Another topic was the geological makeup of stone.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 11, 2020

Effective tips to pricing the project vs. just selling the product. makes it a point to train his sales reps to be aware of strategies employed by competitors so they can respond accordingly. “We Leave no stone unturned. By Leah Gross. Johnston Paint & Decorating in Columbia, Mo., Pictured is one of its recent renovations.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

MARCH 27, 2015

There has been a real revolution in the variety and size of the tile and natural stone that is now on the market, which has led to installation products that meet the specific needs of the different materials. Additionally, large format tiles and thin stone tend to mimic the classic large, thick stone in many historical buildings.

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Granite4Less

JULY 24, 2014

This means we know how to carefully choose the best types of granite stones and quartz for our customers and transform them into high quality finished products to meet our customers’ expectations. How can you be sure that we are selling you a high quality stone? Here, we look at Granite not as a stone, but a jewel.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 4, 2024

Participants included: Erin Albrecht, owner of J&R Tile, San Antonio, Texas; Woody Sanders, owner of DW Sanders Tile & Stone Contracting, Marietta, Ga.; Tile setters at DW Sanders Tile & Stone Contracting routinely use a program called Buildertrend to help them get organized prior to starting the job. Sanders asked.

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StoneDimensions

FEBRUARY 20, 2015

NOTE: In February 2015, Revista Rochas de Qualidade (Quality Rocks Magazine) – a leading stone trade magazine in Brazil – conducted an interview with MIA president Dan Rea. The interview showcased the leadership being offered by the MIA and the importance to the Brazilian stone market. Here are excerpts from that interview.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

DECEMBER 30, 2012

Social Media Training. As I repeated constantly on my blog and on Houzz, there are no standard names for granite slabs. Natural stone is a natural product and even stones that come from the same quarry change radically over time. He or she will set you up with the stone youre looking for. Homepath Products.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 13, 2024

These are the individuals who dedicate their time and energy to help make our industry better and promote quality training and education. Jon Namba, Namba Services, NWFA instructor “Installing ceramic tile and stone is participating in the creation of a geometrically complex product with permanence.

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Life of an Architect

OCTOBER 23, 2013

I also briefly told my parents of some trouble I ran into on the train – it was much worse than I let on in these postcards. Learning is certainly a great by-product of the experience, but so is growing up. Halo Stone Designs This is awesome Bob. But there was a train strike so we missed our connection on the border.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Daltile’s new Defend is a distinct product line of high-performance ceramic tile featuring Microban technology, which will not wash off or wear away. As more homes are being constructed and purchased, more tile products are needed for primary areas such as kitchen and bathroom floors and walls.”.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2013

Mediterranea utilizes Dynamic HD Imaging design technology to flawlessly blend the modern look of cement with the delicate veining and coloration from exquisite stones. MAPEI Ultralite Mortar Pro’s unique Ultralite Technology™ provides twice the coverage of a standard thin-set mortar per pound (0,45 kg), providing transportation savings, too.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2012

According to Ceramic Tile and Stone Consultants Inc.‘s Sales of ceramic tile have outpaced overall floor covering sales, due to manufacturers improving designs in wood-type planks, glass tile and stone looks. Note: Ceramic Tile and Stone Consultants, Inc. For many, it cannot come soon enough. Hopeful harbingers. “We

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Floor Covering News

MAY 16, 2022

Kerry is fiercely competitive, driven and productive, allowing her to lead this responsibility with grace. We needed someone with experience who understood the market, who knew the suppliers, had a handle on costs and pricing and with a good eye for product. She is a trusted source for the brand and people seek her out for guidance.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JANUARY 2, 2013

According to Ceramic Tile and Stone Consultants Inc.‘s Thanks largely to improving designs in wood-look planks, glass, and stone looks, ceramic tile sales have outpaced those of overall floor coverings. Note: Ceramic Tile and Stone Consultants, Inc. This increase reflects an 11% increase in U.S. Hopeful harbingers. “We

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Life of an Architect

FEBRUARY 16, 2014

I know I’ll get flamed but it’s not like the 1970′s when you could walk amongsth the stones. cause you know we will be walking around Stonehenge…) [link] Lpeg I went to England in May, and took the train to the Cotswolds. They are actually boring. Now it is remote & you cannot get even close.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

NOVEMBER 28, 2011

Social Media Training. 3cm slab granite weighs between 18 and 20 pounds per square foot, depending on the density of the stone you have. Dropping it will destroy whatever it lands on, be that a floor or the feet of the people carrying the stone. Is there a product out there that can help? Kitchen and Residential Design.

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