Floor Covering News
MAY 23, 2024
Lawrenceburg, Ky.—Florida Tile is set to introduce Bellanova, a new line of color-body porcelain tiles that captures the timeless elements of European oak, also known as Rovere wood. This collection offers a range of visuals—from straight and uniform to intricately detailed. “We were inspired by the essence of European oak,” said Micah Hand, director of marketing and product management at Florida Tile.
The A to Z of Building
MAY 23, 2024
This study examines the use of recycled aggregates from construction and demolition waste (CDW) in concrete. Highlighting the environmental and economic benefits, the review discusses various recycling processes and their impact on the physical, mechanical, and durability properties of concrete.
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Floor Covering News
MAY 13, 2024
In a landmark move for the flooring industry, the first-ever Flooring Sustainability Summit will take place July 17-18 in Washington, D.C. The event, co-hosted by organizations including the Tile Council of North America (TCNA), National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA), Natural Stone Institute and North American Laminate Flooring Association (NALFA), is billed as a watershed moment for sustainability in flooring.
Why Tile
MAY 13, 2024
This year, the Coverings ceramic tile and natural stone exhibition and conference held April 22-25, 2024, in Atlanta, Georgia, centered around four key tenets — Health and Wellness, Sustainability, Outdoor Spaces, and Timeless Luxury. The show opened on Earth Day, setting the stage for sustainability topics and activities to reign large throughout the week.
Ceramics of Italy
MAY 9, 2024
Mapei, a global leader in the production of chemical products for the building industry, is enhancing its presence in the UK by opening a new facility in Speke, near Liverpool. This new facility is part of the Italian multinational’s ongoing international expansion strategy, which since the beginning of the year has seen it announce openings or acquisitions of new plants in Denmark, Canada, Saudi Arabia, Italy and Portugal.
Ceramic Tile Education Foundation
MAY 21, 2024
Learn about the Certified Tile Installer (CTI) hands-on test that took place in conjunction with THASIE 2024 in Fresno, California.
Rubble Tile
MAY 14, 2024
For the past four years, Rubble Tile has proudly represented Mosa, a renowned European tile manufacturer, in North and South Dakota. This partnership has brought Mosa’s innovative and sustainable tile solutions to the region’s talented designers, architects, contractors, and tile dealers. With a strong commitment. The post Rubble Tile’s Partnership with Mosa: Four Years of Sustainable Design in the Dakotas first appeared on Rubble Tile.
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Why Tile
MAY 23, 2024
We expect a lot from our kitchen and bathroom countertops: They must be able to meet numerous functional demands while also looking great. It’s a tall order, and it makes finding the right countertop material an important decision. Gauged porcelain tile panels/slabs for countertops are extra large porcelain tiles that are growing in popularity as… The post Guide to Gauged Porcelain Tile Countertops appeared first on Why Tile.
JG Kitchens
MAY 22, 2024
The new real estate report from the Global Wellness Institute didn't surprise me. I've been watching interest in – and demand for – healthy house features surge in the years since the pandemic drove us all home four years ago. It confirmed what I've been seeing and added some valuable insights. The post Wellness Real Estate Is Surging – What Are the Top Home Features?
Life of an Architect
MAY 19, 2024
We are finally conceding to a request that’s been made a thousand times – do an episode on starting an architectural business – a topic that I have resisted for essentially 6 years, and I think I’ve finally broken. This is not as easy of a topic to discuss as you might think because there are a million different ways you could answer a question this broad.
Floor Covering News
MAY 15, 2024
Atlanta , Ga.— Coverings, the leading international ceramic tile and natural stone event in North America, captivated the tile, stone and design-build industries with an electric show and conference. Nearly 25,000 industry professionals from all applicable business sectors converged at Coverings 2024 , held here. The event drew a remarkable influx of first-time attendees, young professionals and other key audiences from around the world.
Tile of Spain USA
MAY 8, 2024
More than 50 ceramic companies from the Spanish delegation showcased their latest collections and cutting-edge products at Coverings 2024, North America’s premier international tile and stone exhibition and conference. Held at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, GA from April 22 – 25, 2024, this year’s fair emphasized Spain’s position at the forefront of innovation in the industry.
JG Kitchens
MAY 15, 2024
Take a look at this counter intelligence feature and let me know your thoughts! (Some industry pros shared theirs in the piece.) The post New Technology From Spanish Brand Streamlines Kitchen Countertops comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.
The A to Z of Building
MAY 16, 2024
New modelling reveals that low-carbon concrete developed at RMIT University can recycle double the amount of coal ash compared to current standards, halve the amount of cement required and perform exceptionally well over time.
Onfloor Technology
MAY 15, 2024
In the ever-evolving world of construction, staying ahead of the curve is not just an option; it's a necessity. With design trends shaping the industry as much as technological advancements, being ignorant of what's in vogue can put you at a real disadvantage.
Floor Covering News
MAY 7, 2024
Reid Kubesh Oberlin, Ohio—The Natural Stone Institute board of directors has appointed Reid Kubesh (Coldspring) to fill a vacancy left by Alexandra Niedbalski, who resigned her position after leaving the industry. Kubesh will serve a four-year term from 2024-2027. Kubesh is vice president of sales for Coldspring in Cold Spring, Minn. Having joined the company in 2013, Kubesh led the company’s initiatives in developing a new market in Bismarck, N.D. and spearheaded the start-up at this location.
Garden State Tile Blog
MAY 8, 2024
Notable Projects “While traditional design principles are critical to understand and honor, I love to mix them with mid-century modern, industrial, and vintage eclectic.” The Designer: Rose Bennet It was a few words of encouragement from a teacher that set Rose Bennett on her journey towards a career in interior design. Growing up in Philadelphia with a hard-working single mom, Bennett and her sister discovered joy in art, which be-came an important part of her life.
JG Kitchens
MAY 8, 2024
I’m thrilled to share an excerpt on adding resilience to your home that published Saturday in the San Diego Union-Tribune. The last time I had a piece on the front page of the Home + Garden section was when Wellness by Design published in 2020 and they excerpted the section on creating a home fitness […] The post Add Resilience to Your Home (Bonus Chapter Excerpt) and Mother’s Day Gift Ideas comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and A
The A to Z of Building
MAY 14, 2024
This study compared the embodied carbon (EC) of a mass timber structure with a steel equivalent, focusing on Adohi Hall at the University of Arkansas. Mass timber showed a 19% reduction in carbon emissions compared to steel, highlighting its environmental advantages and potential for sustainable construction practices.
Onfloor Technology
MAY 8, 2024
Rain or shine, stamped concrete has solidified its place among the most lucrative trends in home landscaping. This method, a boon for designers and DIYers alike, offers endless possibilities for artful flooring and walkway design.
Floor Covering News
MAY 21, 2024
Lexington, Ky.—Panariagroup USA has promoted Ashley Donaldson to the role of vice president of operations. According to the company, Donaldson’s appointment reflects her unwavering commitment and exceptional service in customer relationship building and operational management. In her new role, Donaldson will oversee all aspects of operations at Panariagroup USA.
Floor Covering News
MAY 15, 2024
Flooring retailers have embraced Godfrey Hirst for its wool carpets and timeless designs. Shown is Novel Flair. Mohawk is giving Godfrey Hirst a brand refresh in 2024, providing the renowned wool supplier with the requisite sales resources to seize an opportunity in the trade-up fashion space. Ever since acquiring Godfrey Hirst in 2018, Mohawk has sought to grow the brand while creating a distinct path for it to avoid any overlap between Mohawk and Karastan.
Floor Covering News
MAY 8, 2024
Indianapolis, Indiana—CARE has named the winners of the Person and Recycler of the Year Awards for 2023 on May 7 in conjunction with the organization’s 22 nd annual conference, held here. The 2023 CARE Person of the Year is Wes Nelson of GreenWaste Carpet Recycling. CARE Recycler of the Year is Repurpose Earth (Gardena, Calif.). Nelson is the sales and marketing manager for GreenWaste Carpet Recycling, a division of GreenWaste Recovery.
Floor Covering News
MAY 7, 2024
Jackson, Miss.—In a testament to the enduring commitment to supporting the educational aspirations of its members’ families, the National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) announced the recipients of the 2024 Tom Ade Scholarships. Established nine years ago through the generosity of NTCA contractor member Tom Ade, this scholarship fund has become a cornerstone of NTCA’s mission to foster the next generation of leaders.
Floor Covering News
MAY 17, 2024
Chicago—As more than 40,000 people from across the global design community gather in Fulton Market District from June 10–12 for Chicago’s Design Days , an annual showcase of the latest in commercial products and design, Tarkett will welcome design professionals into its showroom (215 N. Peoria Street, Floor 10) for a firsthand look at the company’s newest initiatives and products.
Floor Covering News
MAY 13, 2024
I recently had the opportunity to attend a private press tour of the first Floor & Decor location within New York’s five boroughs (see story on page 3). The massive, 129,000-square-foot store carries about 3,400 SKUs of product. Many of you already compete against Floor & Decor and have determined your competitive advantage. After all, they are in 36 states with 230 locations.
Floor Covering News
MAY 18, 2024
Attendees packed the exhibition space at the Starnet 2024 spring conference. Amelia Island, Fla.—Many of North America’s largest and most influential commercial floor covering contractors assembled here this week for the 2024 Starnet spring conference. In keeping with tradition, the event offered attendees valuable educational opportunities while providing a forum for members to network and share best practices.
Floor Covering News
MAY 17, 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 the home remodeling business in your market? Here are their responses: “We are busy with home remodeling mostly because the homes have gotten so expensive in our area that it is less expensive to stay in your current home and remodel.
Floor Covering News
MAY 16, 2024
A multifamily condominium is under construction. Washington, D.C.—Confidence in the market for new multifamily housing declined year-over-year in the first quarter of 2024, according to results from the Multifamily Market Survey (MMS) released by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). The MMS produces two separate indices; the Multifamily Production Index (MPI) had a reading of 47, down three points year-over-year, while the Multifamily Occupancy Index (MOI) had a reading of 83, up on
Floor Covering News
MAY 16, 2024
Chattanooga, Tenn.—After almost a decade in the flooring industry, Seth Gladden, the former head of marketing for Taylor Adhesives and the Flooring Division of Meridian Adhesives Group, launched his own agency, the Gladden Group. “Our full-service agency aims to revolutionize brands with a focus on marketing, consulting, and branding,” Gladden said.
Floor Covering News
MAY 13, 2024
Triangulo’s Murilo Granemann and Christina Hack. In an age where European white oak, domestic red oak and hickory reign supreme (and for good reason) it may behoove retailers and distributors to know that they have other hardwood flooring options to help them stand apart from the “me-too” pack. That’s precisely where exotic hardwoods—also known as imported “tropical” species—come into play.
Floor Covering News
MAY 13, 2024
Lancaster, Pa.—Ecore has expanded its Ecore Athletic portfolio with the introduction of Performance Motivate Plus. The company that transforms reclaimed materials into high-performance products that make people’s lives better has created a product engineered for functional, selectorized strength, free weight and cardio training. Designed from customer feedback and tailored specifically for light strength and conditioning workouts, Performance Motivate Plus complements Ecore’s Performance Beast f
Floor Covering News
MAY 23, 2024
Salem, N.J.—For 22 years, Mannington Mills has hosted the “Art is Cool” program, recognizing and rewarding the talent of Salem County high school students and encouraging them to pursue their artistic endeavors. The manufacturer gathered at corporate headquarters with student artists, their families and teachers to announce this year’s winners. “We love hosting this event—it is amazing to see all the talented young people in our own community,” said Zack Zehner, executive chairman of the board a
Floor Covering News
MAY 27, 2024
Consolidated Flooring, led by David Meberg, left, won Grand Prize in the annual Starnet awards competition. AmeliaIsland, Fla.—Many of North America’s largest and most influential commercial floor covering contractors assembled here earlier this month for the 2024 Starnet spring conference. In keeping with tradition, the event offered attendees valuable educational opportunities while providing a forum for members to network and share best practices.
The A to Z of Building
MAY 27, 2024
A recent study in Materials compares rinsed ilmenite mud waste (R-MUD) with fly ash (FA) as additives in Portland cement composites, focusing on microstructural and pozzolanic properties. The results reveal that R-MUD, despite lower silicon dioxide content, exhibits higher pozzolanic activity, potentially offering a sustainable alternative to FA in cement production.
The A to Z of Building
MAY 22, 2024
A study in "Scientific Reports" detailed new construction procedures for robust stress control in long-span bridges, highlighting the Tajo Bridge's innovative monitoring system. By integrating advanced load cells and synchronized multi-strain gauge networks, the research demonstrated significant improvements in monitoring and managing prestressing stresses, crucial for structural integrity and safety.
The A to Z of Building
MAY 21, 2024
An article in Applied Sciences investigates Moneypoint fly ash from 1985-1995 as a viable replacement for Portland cement in concrete. The study explores its mineral composition, hydration behavior, and potential to enhance concrete strength and durability, demonstrating its suitability as a supplementary cementitious material (SCM).
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