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Coverings 2022 shines light on innovation, design

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This marks the first increase since 2018, Astrachan said, and “close but just shy of the highest we’ve ever been, which was around 2007.” But laminate usually needs an installation system with sealants to make it waterproof. According to the report, U.S. ceramic tile consumption in 2021 was 3.11 construction and housing markets.

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Wood: There’s nothing like the real thing

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That’s according to research conducted by the National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA), which estimates solid wood floors saw a 20% increase in 2021, ending the year with the highest share rate since 2007. For 2022, the group expects the U.S. hardwood flooring market to grow about 14%.