Floor Covering News

MAY 24, 2022

The purpose of event is to annually bring the ceramic tile industry together to network and learn from each other. Plenty of time will be set aside to reconnect with industry partners in person during nightly receptions, breakfasts, awards luncheons and the closing theme party “Tile-Chella” after the area’s famous music festival.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JANUARY 2, 2013

The tile industry has been through a lot the past five years. s Donato Pompo, citing findings from Catalina Research, ceramic tile is leading the floor covering sales recovery, as tile manufacturers leverage the rebound in existing home sales and housing starts. floor coverings manufacturer dollar sales and 12.9%

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 28, 2022

When all the numbers were tabulated for 2021, FCNews research found that overall carpet sales grew 11.5% to $8.201 billion compared with $7.355 billion carpet sales in 2020. Residential carpet sales were up an astounding 17.2%. Total area rug sales increased an estimated 8% to $2.782 billion, according to industry estimates. (Of

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Architectural Ceramics

MARCH 18, 2019

That was so 2016. In 2016, PANTONE’s Color of the Year was Rose Quartz 13-1520. For 20 years, the PANTONE COTY has influenced the design community, be it fashion, industrial design, or home furnishings. A sales and design associate would be tickled pink to pull together ceramic and marble samples for you.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2012

Like many industries, tile has been through a lot the past five years. s Donato Pompo, citing findings from Catalina Research, the primary source for ceramic tile industry data, ceramic tile is leading the floor covering sales recovery, as tile manufacturers leverage the rebound in existing home sales and housing starts.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Dumais has been the sales and logistics manager of Miller Druck Specialty Contracting, Inc., in New York for the past 27 years and has worked in the industry for 34 years. Dumais has been a steering committee member of the Women in Stone initiative since its inception in 2014 and served as its chair from 2016-2018.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

APRIL 26, 2016

The 2016 CTDA PROFIT Survey provides two key sets of numbers that you can’t get anywhere else: 1. Performance Guidelines – The industry-overview report provides detailed information on what influences profitability performance in the industry. The Deadline is April 30, 2016! To access the survey, click here.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

Dallas—Dal-Tile Corporation, a division of Mohawk Industries, has appointed Matt Kahny as president of the company. Kahny brings a deep understanding of all facets of the organization, including sales, marketing, product development and operations. “Our hard surfaces business. Kahny began his career with American Olean in 1983.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Our current installation and development timeline intends to have product available for sale starting in December with EIR digital embossing available in early Q2.”.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 4, 2017

Photo Credit: Bob Narod, featured in Home & Design Magazine July/August 2016. NKBA Award Winner: 2nd place in Medium Kitchen category, featured in Home & Design Magazine’s July/August 2016 issue. Photo Credit: Bob Narod, featured in Home & Design Magazine July/August 2016. Try a more muted palette.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 5, 2022

The resurgent laminate flooring category continued on its upward trajectory in 2021 as sales reached $1.304 billion, FCNews research shows. That $1.304 billion also represents the highest level of laminate sales seen since 2006. In terms of sales, laminate represented just 4.9% in 2016; and 6.6%

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MAY 20, 2016

Education is the fastest and easiest way to increase sales and profits! 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.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 30, 2022

The word “unprecedented” has aptly described the unexpected growth the flooring industry experienced in 2021 despite supply chain challenges, rising costs and the ongoing effects of the pandemic. In terms of volume, the category accounted for 5.881 billion square feet (not including rubber) at the first point of sale, a 9.8%

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 6, 2021

While the flooring industry has been a “man’s world” for decades, women are rising in the ranks and accomplishing incredible things that have helped move the industry forward. Cheryl Acierno has been engaged in the floor covering industry for her entire career, owning Acierno & Company for the past 21 years. Cheryl Acierno.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JUNE 21, 2016

Or, for other types of businesses, send your prospective replacement out on sales calls to face the challenges of meeting customer demands head-on. His or her objective industry and supervisory experience can be invaluable in training your next-in-line. © 2016 Ceramic Tile Distributors Association. All Rights Reserved.

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Architectural Ceramics

JANUARY 22, 2018

Yes, we’re proud of the products we offer as a member of the tile industry, but we’re also proud of our company’s growth throughout 2017. From management to sales, or from customer service to the warehouse, each team helps to carry out our day-to-day processes. But, what role do each of us at AC play?

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 8, 2021

With over 22 years of experience, Arcot began his career in the Indian stone industry at the age of 17 as an entrepreneur. He is an MBA graduate with a strong background in sales, marketing and business development. Arcot is the special projects manager at Rugo Stone in Lorton, V.a. in 1998 to develop the market for Tenax S.p.A.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 12, 2021

We’ve rounded up some of the most notable up-and-coming 20- and 30-somethings who are making their mark on the industry today. Some of the roles include accounting, logistics, product development, marketing, HR, sales and operations. director of sales, O’Krent Floors. CEO, Johnson Hardwood. Andy Hogan, CEO, FEI Group.

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Ceramics of Italy

DECEMBER 5, 2019

The collaboration between the two companies has seen Laminam products used in high-level architectural projects in both the private and public sectors, in the contract and hospitality industry and in the world of retail, with international luxury brands such as Toyota, Lexus, Shiseido and Tiffany all choosing Laminam.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

JANUARY 26, 2017

On January 18 th in Las Vegas, ARDEX Americas once again held their annual “ Reception with Friends ” customer event which gathers industry friends from all over North America, represented by Distributors, Contractors, Architects and Association Partners.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 4, 2024

Shaw had the reputation of either promoting from within, moving people from one segment to another or, in some rare cases, finding talent from within the flooring industry. He comes to Shaw Floors from the appliance industry, where he amassed a wealth of experience over two decades dealing with just about every facet of the business.

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Architectural Ceramics

JANUARY 4, 2016

January 2016 – Rockville, MD – Tile is everywhere. What you may not know about tile is that it is very much like the fashion industry. For questions on any of these products, please email sales@architecturalceramics.com or visit our website at www.architecturalceramics.com. .

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Mosaicos

DECEMBER 29, 2015

The exhibition is open until the 6th of January 2016. At first he worked in the textile industry and even had weaving looms until 1866, even in the already existing tile factory in Meliana. Miguel Nolla Bruget was born 22.5. 1815 in Reus, in a family of textile merchants.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 11, 2020

Dalton—Shaw Industries has promoted Scott Sandlin to the position of executive vice president of the company’s residential division. Most recently serving as senior vice president of residential sales, Sandlin joined Shaw in 1986 as a sales management trainee after graduating from the University of Tennessee.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 21, 2022

Since its inception in 2016, Mohawk’s Omnify program has helped retailers use digital to drive more consumer traffic. Automated access to Roomvo’s industry-leading product visualizer tool , product details and more—including content syndication, improved site experience, platform management and insightful analytics. Calhoun, Ga.—Since

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Floor Covering News

JULY 11, 2022

Chicago— NeoCon 2022, held here last month, was abuzz with optimism as commercial flooring suppliers touted rebounding sales and specifications across key commercial segments in 2022. Business is picking up,” said Mark Page, senior director creative design and development, Mohawk Industries. “I

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Ceramic Industry Magazine

MAY 31, 2018

The 2017 financial statement for Sacmi Imola reportedly shows higher sales and an increased gross operating margin compared to 2016.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 8, 2022

An issue over the use of the “Armstrong” name briefly held up the deal as Armstrong World Industries objected to AHF Products being given rights in North America to use the Armstrong name and trademarks after the sale. Armstrong Flooring and Armstrong World Industries both used the Armstrong name on its products.)

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

The companies have several common key suppliers, including Tarkett, Raskin Industries, Centaur, Ardex and Taylor Adhesives. In 2016, T&L was sold to Tom Karol, former owner of distribution powerhouse LDBrinkman in Dallas.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

Dalton— Piet Dossche will retire from his day-to-day management responsibilities at Shaw Industries effective Dec. The founder of USFloors, which was acquired by Shaw in late 2016 , Dossche has had a legendary career in the flooring industry. 31 and will transition to his new role as a member of its board of directors.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 9, 2020

1 in the Hardwood B category again this year,” said Brad Williams, vice president of sales and marketing at Boa-Franc, maker of the Mirage brand. “We The latest award marks the 38 th industry distinction that Mirage has received. We are honored to be recognized as No. Achievement keeps the winning streak going.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 13, 2021

I have looked forward to reading past-year articles about the history of the floor covering industry and the fascinating profiles of the industry icons. As I am sure others have mentioned to you, Carpetland USA was a quiet company that was a leader in the flooring industry, led by an extraordinary individual in Rick Meyer.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

DECEMBER 1, 2016

December 16, 2016 marks Bill Hall’s 20-year anniversary with ARDEX Americas. Bill began his career at ARDEX Americas in 1996 as a Sales Professional in the Upper Midwest market where he helped build a very successful territory with an avid following of customers and strong distribution.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

FEBRUARY 1, 2016

February 6, 2016 marks Gaye Barber’s 10-year Anniversary with ARDEX Americas. After three years, Gaye transitioned to Sales Support for the Western Division. She worked very closely with sales representatives and managers supporting them in daily activities and customer requests.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

JANUARY 26, 2016

We are pleased to announce that February 12, 2016 marks Hector Cantu’s 15-year Anniversary with Ardex. Hector began his career at Ardex in 2001 as a Sales Professional in the San Antonio/Austin area where he has built a very successful territory with an avid following of customers. Gaye Barber. Bob Kosior.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

OCTOBER 1, 2016

From that humble beginning to today where ARDEX enjoys the mantel of industry leader, a span of 30 years, Paul has been here. As a supremely gifted technician, educator, colleague and friend, Paul has been a part of the march of ARDEX that has revolutionized the construction industry. Paul has embodied that mentality.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 23, 2020

This mission has remained the cornerstone of its service to the industry and throughout its 40-year growth. From the beginning we have watched Sy Cohen [chairman and founder] begin the process of being a leader and trailblazer in the carpet industry,” she told FCNews. “He who has been a partner with Stanton since 1988.

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