Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Dallas, Texas—This Friday is National Tile Day 2024 and Daltile , the largest designer and manufacturer of tile in North America, wants to kick-off the celebration by highlighting the myriad of attributes that make tile an outstanding component of residential and commercial design, construction and remodeling.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 17, 2019

Many people have asked us about how the newly implemented Chinese tariffs will affect the tile and flooring industry. Before 2019, the duty for tile imported from China was: 8.5% for unglazed ceramic 10% for unglazed porcelain 8.5% for glazed ceramic and porcelain 2.7% Example: Take a tile that’s $3 per sf.

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Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

JUNE 26, 2018

The tiny house version of the Installation Design Showcase returned to Coverings 2018 and so did J&R Tile which focused on installing gauged porcelain tile panels in addition to glass tile.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 12, 2018

Whether it’s the collection’s name or color palette, Architectural Ceramics is getting into the seasonal spirit with tile that is fit for fall. But, just like most of us eagerly await the change in seasons, these fall-inspired tiles are worth the wait. Porcelain tile is known for being tough. Autumn Park.

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Architectural Ceramics

FEBRUARY 9, 2018

I think we can all agree that hexagon tiles aren’t going away any time soon. From ceramic and porcelain to glass and marble, we have plenty of hexagon types to choose from. Sealed with a kiss, this special order tile is headed straight from our heart to yours. At Architectural Ceramics, we heart hexagons. frost resistant.

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Architectural Ceramics

MARCH 30, 2018

With the final four games this weekend, Architectural Ceramics put together our own final four match ups, and it’s just what you’d expect: tile. ACI employees filled out tile brackets and the results are in. Download your own 2018 Tile Bracket here. Tile Stats By Type.

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Ceramic Industry Magazine

MAY 29, 2018

Tile of Spain, an association of over 125 Spanish tile manufacturers, is forecasting macro trends for 2018 that include monochromatic colors, planks for wood and beyond, well-loved vintage looks, non-rectified edges, encaustic mashups, gauged porcelain (large-format thin tile), and thick pavers in porcelain.

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The London Tile Co.

DECEMBER 1, 2017

We’ve had a fantastic year at London Tile HQ and it’s hard to believe we’re almost at the end of 2017. Before we get caught up in wrapping gifts and planning parties we need to tell you all about our Featured Tiles for December. Updating the tiles in your kitchen or bathroom is an easy way to create a new look.

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The London Tile Co.

JANUARY 2, 2018

Simply changing the tiles in your kitchen or bathroom can breathe new life into your existing decor, or you could do something more drastic like adding a tiled feature wall to your living area or converting your bathroom into a wet room. Whatever you decide, we stock a wide range of traditional and modern tiles to suit any project.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JUNE 21, 2018

Porcelain floor tiles from Urbatek in a Pretty Ballerinas shoe store. eporta, the interiors marketplace, and trend service, WGSN, have launched the third Interiors Trend Report 2018/19 analysing the buying trends and insights from search data from eporta’s 10,000+ interior trade buyers across 85 countries. Key trends.

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The London Tile Co.

DECEMBER 1, 2018

We can’t believe December is here and we’re nearly at the end of 2018! We’ve saved two of our absolute favourite ranges for the last Featured Tiles of the year, so read on to find out more about them. Each box of 900x150mm tiles includes an assortment of different designs to help you create a realistic look.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Portobello Group, a leading producer of porcelain and ceramic tile in Brazil, has begun construction of its U.S. The remaining $80 million will focus on the investment in world-class tile production machinery. tile factory appeared first on Floor Covering News. Baxter, Tenn.— factory, located here.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 31, 2017

Better yet, let’s look at a few fireplaces that feature Architectural Ceramics tile. Made to look like Italian travertine, this large format porcelain tile from our in-stock Monticello Collection , does double-duty as a stylish and durable fireplace option. Modern & Moody. Classy & Glassy. Pleasing Patchwork.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 21, 2021

Ceramic tile, which has been faced with ongoing challenges for several years now, was no exception. Continuing its downward trajectory, ceramic tile sales in 2020 experienced a low, single-digit decline in terms of overall dollar sales and similar declines in terms of volume. Ceramic tile sales in 2020 declined roughly 5%.

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Garden State Tile Blog

DECEMBER 15, 2017

Create an accent wall dimensional porcelain tiles. The post Winter 2017 – 2018 Design NJ appeared first on Garden State Tile. See our feature on page 30 & 31. Also check out our Web-exclusive feature on the Design New Jersey website.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JULY 4, 2018

This is the time of year when tile manufacturers start to inform Tile Addict of their plans for Cersaie 2018. And early indications are that the new market opportunities offered by XXL format tiles – 3,200 by 1,600mm and up – are very much on the manufacturers’ minds.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 2, 2019

2, 2019: Volume 35, Issue 11 By Megan Salzano Daltile’s Panoramic Porcelain Surfaces suit the growing demand for slab-style countertops. As was predicted this time last year, consumption of ceramic tile in 2019 is lower than that of the previous year. The downward trend began in 2018, and the residential ceramic business […].

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Diary of a Tile Addict

APRIL 18, 2018

If you are seeking new decorative inspiration at Coverings , then Tile Addict urges you to visit SomerTile stand. This retro-chic design offers realistic imitations of scuffs and spots that provide authentic-looking marks of worn, century-old tile and bring rustic charm to any interior. King’s Star Blue by Somertile.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 26, 2018

Instead of flowers, let’s talk showers and shower tile. With tools for homeowners, architects, contractors and distributors (that’s us) alike, Laticrete is a great resource for tile installation products and learning. Another resource for tile products and continuing education, is Schluter Systems. Made in the U.S.A.

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Architectural Ceramics

JANUARY 22, 2018

Looking back on 2017, it was a good year for tile and for Architectural Ceramics. Here is the Best of 2017, inspired by our annual corporate meeting instead of popular products and tile trends. It’s easy to apply that to tile. We offer various tile characters: porcelain, ceramic, glass and stone.

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Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

AUGUST 7, 2018

When it comes to combining tile with a tiny home, you need a solution that is beautiful, functional, and makes the space feel as big as possible. >> J&R Tile Installs Gauged Porcelain Tile in Coverings 2018 Tiny House. We caught up with Rita to learn more about the design side of this project.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

MAY 7, 2018

Zaven’s creative spark found its highest expression in Cedit and gave life to a unique and original collection that plays on the modular repetition of a 3D element in ever-changing configurations: a design that combines different shapes and shades on large porcelain slabs of different colors, in order to maximize customization freedom. “

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Garden State Tile Blog

OCTOBER 30, 2019

A post shared by Garden State Tile (@gardenstatetile) on Aug 22, 2018 at 12:43pm PDT. The risk for a fall can be greatly reduced by choosing porcelain floor tiles that are DCOF safety tested and gripped finishes that are certified for slip-resistance. Contact Garden State Tile today! View this post on Instagram.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

MAY 25, 2018

Coverings doghouses by Alyss Edwards, American Wonder Porcelain, and Casa Ceramica. Coverings doghouses by Crossville, Fiandre, and Florida Tile. Coverings doghouses by Crossville, Fiandre, and Florida Tile. Coverings doghouses by International Wholesale Tile, Ironrock, and Lunada Bay. Educational seminars programmes.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JULY 31, 2018

If any further evidence was needed that worktop and furniture applications of XXL tiles will move centre stage at Cersaie 2018, Tile Addict draws readers attention to the Aqua Maximum collection by Fiandre Architectural Surfaces, a brand of the Iris Ceramica Group. A new post by Joe Simpson, Diary of a Tile Addict, July 2018.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

MAY 1, 2018

Tile of Spain’s many Spanish member companies promise to deliver a riot of pattern, colour and innovation at Coverings. These multi-purpose porcelain floor and wall tiles feature a satin finish on a slightly raised face. This polished glazed porcelain range is available in a 450 by 1,180mm rectified format.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

OCTOBER 2, 2018

Having just returned from an Italian exhibition triple-header – Cersaie, Technargilla, and Marmomacc – I found myself contemplating just how would I display today’s XXL porcelain slabs if I was a tile retailer. A new post by Joe Simpson, Diary of a Tile Addict, October 2018. More at: [link].

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JANUARY 17, 2020

The year 2016 was a big one for many reasons: the EU referendum, the American election, the Zika outbreak, continued terror attacks, we lost Prince, Bowie, and a host of other icons, Pantone released not one, but two colours of the year, and we saw the birth of Diary of a Tile Addict. Marais Rose from Porcelain Superstore.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

APRIL 20, 2018

From 8th to 11th May 2018, Ceramics of Italy will bring an impressive contingent to Atlanta for the 29th edition of Coverings : the largest international tile and stone exhibition in North America. A new post by Joe Simpson, Diary of a Tile Addict, April 2018. More at: [link].

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 27, 2019

Daltile’s Panoramic Porcelain Surfaces suit the growing demand for slab-style countertops. As was predicted this time last year, consumption of ceramic tile in 2019 is lower than that of the previous year. The downward trend began in 2018, and the residential ceramic business slowed for the first three quarters of 2019.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 30, 2020

Leaders in ceramics, including the Tile Council of North America (TCNA), Ceramics of Italy and Tile of Spain, used the time to weigh in on the current state of the U.S. tile market, discuss potential growth opportunities and illustrate both macro and micro trends for the coming year. ceramic tile consumption in 2019 was 2.9

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Diary of a Tile Addict

APRIL 19, 2018

Over the next couple of weeks Diary of a Tile Addict will be sharing some of the new tile ranges that will be on display at Coverings, Atlanta, USA from 8th May. Tile Addict is starting with one of Spain’s foremost manufacturers, Colorker. Highlights of the programme include: Augmented Reality – Ceramic Trends 2018.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JUNE 12, 2018

The Metro tile has been one of the enduring classics of global wall tile design for decades. Leading multiple retailers, like Topps Tiles, report that it remains one of the customer’s favourites. And today, as small formats once again move centre stage, the Metro tiles is undergoing a resurgence of interest.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JUNE 26, 2018

I am grateful to my colleagues at Novita in New York for this informed take on today’s top tile trends, which they have produced having synthesised the very best of the new ranges displayed by Italian manufacturers at Coverings. Left: Artwork by Casa Dolce Casa. Right: Acquerello by Made+39. L: Vetro Cattedrale by Mosaico+.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JUNE 5, 2018

Besides taking us to this great hall of world design, it allowed us to present this spectacular project by Alessandro Mendini, one of today’s greatest designers, who has captured his vision and vivacity in porcelain,” states Gelcy Torquato, Portinari’s Director of Marketing. More at: [link].

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Diary of a Tile Addict

APRIL 29, 2018

Continuing Tile Addict’s preview of Ceramics of Italy at Coverings , this blog shines the spotlight on some new ranges that truly capture the richness and variety of Italian manufacturers’ product portfolios. The power of porcelain stoneware emphasizes the warmth of wood whose appearance here reflects the passage of time.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

APRIL 30, 2018

With just over week to go now until Coverings opens its doors in Atlanta, Tile Addict now turns the focus on another of Europe’s tiling powerhouses, Spain. These multi-purpose porcelain wall and floor tiles are frost-resistant and thus ideal for both indoor and outdoor use. The results speak for themselves.

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