Floor Covering News

JULY 29, 2020

COREtec takes the floor with new offerings. Piet Dossche, president of USFloors, briefly wore a mask in addressing Alliance Flooring dealers during Connect 2020. That close partnership was acknowledged during day two of Connect 2020, Alliance Flooring’s first virtual buying and networking event. By Ken Ryan.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2020

This week, we decided to feature some unusual and underappreciated uses for tile, whether it be porcelain, ceramic, cement…you name it! From table tops, to art-work, and everything in-between, we found some of the best non-traditional uses for tile in and around hour home and are excited to share. Top 5 Design Posts of the Week.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 21, 2020

Ceramics of Italy has extended the deadline for its 2020 Tile Competition. Now in its 27 th year, this annual competition awards top North American architects, designers and students for their impressive work and creative use of Italian ceramic and porcelain tile. Those interested in participating now have till Jan.

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JANUARY 6, 2020

A lofted space for cardio equipment, a nook for weightlifting, and open floor for everything under the sun (including aerial gymnastics!) Your New Year resolution for 2020 might not be about exercise – maybe it’s about reducing stress and being kinder to yourself. make for a versatile and stylish gym design. Designed for Exercise.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 5, 2020

Ann McDermott, VP of national accounts for Shaw, gave an overview on the Milan collection during Connect 2020. At a time when carpet is occupying fewer rooms in the home, flooring retailers need to maximize the profitability of each square foot. FCNews.net will be providing daily coverage of Connect 2020 through Aug.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 25, 2021

Quinn W hile some segments of the residential replacement market actually benefitted from consumers and homeowners quarantining in their residences during the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020, the same cannot be said for the commercial sector. No surprise that resilient flooring and all its iterations continue to lead the pack. “As

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 14, 2020

Seeing as life in 2020 is looking vastly different from 2019, we thought this would be a perfect way to showcase some of our favorite modern-day game and entertainment rooms, and to do justice for Games Day. Our friendly, knowledgeable staff is always happy to help advise on tile design. ” – DaysOfTheYear.com.

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Granada Tile

DECEMBER 23, 2019

Pantone issues a color of the year every year that stands to be the new black for designers, and the 2020 color has just been unveiled. Discover Pantone’s 2020 Color of the Year, and learn what every interior designer needs to know about working this color into your remodeling projects. Pantone’s 2020 Color of the Year.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 17, 2020

Coverings has announced the 14 winners of the prestigious 2020 Rock Star Awards. The Coverings Rock Star program recognizes emerging leaders in the tile and stone industry by awarding the best and brightest young talent. Installer: Illisha Harris, Owner, lead designer and installer, Coastal Custom Tile and Design, Swansboro, N.C.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 5, 2022

Preliminary FCNews research shows the commercial flooring market totaled $6.488 billion in sales in 2021, an uptick of 6% over 2020. While modest, this marks an about-face for the sector, which fell just over 11% in 2020. School and healthcare facilities are also sweet spots for ceramic tile.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

Organic hues like earthy browns, golden yellows and burgundy reds are a few autumnal examples alongside tiles with natural effects like wood and stone in a warm palette. Nothing dazzles like a bag full of confetti, which is the same effect these tiles have on interior spaces. Blue-green. High gloss.

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JUNE 1, 2020

From stunning crisp whites to deep purples, bathroom tile can create any mood for the space. What’s more unique than using an eye-catching material as a shower floor or wall? Check out these natural stone sinks, and colorful tile options for bathrooms that create a paradise for any homeowner. Absolutely Stunning.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 20, 2021

Dallas, Texas—Daltile was recently named the Tile Category Winner of the Builder.Media 2020 Building Products Brand Survey. When it comes to program choices, professional home builders choose their supply partners carefully,” said Dan Butterfield, vice president of residential sales for Dal-Tile Corporation.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 20, 2020

Resilient flooring remains the fastest growing flooring category in the industry, and 2019 again saw it dominate its competitors. As such, 2020 was expected to see similar gains as its predecessor, and suppliers agree 2020 ushered in a vibrant first quarter. increase over 2018’s $4.916 billion.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 14, 2020

The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF), which provides education and installer certification for professionals working in the ceramic tile and stone industry, will focus on finished tile work education sessions and Certified Tile Installer (CTI) evaluator training at the 2020 International Surfaces Event (TISE) in Las Vegas.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 8, 2020

The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) recently named Martin Brookes its president for 2021 and 2022 and its 2020 Tile Person of the Year. The award has traditionally been given at the Coverings trade show but was canceled in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Martin Brookes. Flowood, Miss.—The I am overwhelmed.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 13, 2024

Carpet & Tile Warehouse, located here, will be hosting an all-female Certified Tile Installer (CTI) Test on International Women’s Day, March 8, 2025. The retailer has hosted three tests since 2020 and only one woman has registered. “We It’s time we brought female tile installers out of the shadows. Vero Beach, Fla.—Carpet

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JANUARY 30, 2020

As designers, we are who we are, delighting in the visual appeal of the restaurants and are always on the lookout for innovative and fun tile applications. Check out four of the restaurants from the list below, along with some tiles we would pair with the design (because honestly, we just can’t help ourselves). We always love to help!

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MAY 25, 2020

The raw timber ceiling contrasted against the slate floors offer the notion of increased natural light in an area where shade from trees may seem omnipresent. Our friendly, knowledgeable staff is always happy to help advise on tile design. Visit one of our DC, MD, or VA tile showrooms for a free tile design consultation.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Republic Floors’ Lion Meadows collection features extra-long planks. The coronavirus pandemic may have slowed or disrupted businesses from coast to coast in 2020—but not the flooring industry. More than two dozen companies are showcasing their wares in FCNews ’ 2020 Annual Product Guide.

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The London Tile Co.

MARCH 1, 2021

Our Top Tips for Wall & Floor Tiles for March. With the trash fire of 2020 in the rear view mirror, it’s time to look forward to 2021. At London Tile HQ we’ve embraced this time with excitement and vigour, and we’re here with some new trends and special offers to help you do the same! Ajuda Cold.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 27, 2020

During Coverings Connected, a virtual conference held in lieu of its traditional trade show, the Tile Council of North America (TCNA) unveiled four macro trends it believes will impact tile design in the coming year. When it comes to tile, marble is everywhere; veining is everywhere. Rural Chic.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 18, 2020

The large grey slabs that make up much of the floor space lend themselves as a modern alternative to a brick or wooden look that is commonly used to construct patios. Our friendly, knowledgeable staff is always happy to help advise on tile design. Visit one of our DC, MD, or VA tile showrooms for a free tile design consultation.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

The Tile Council of North America (TCNA) released its U.S. tile consumption Q3 findings during today’s Coverings Connected event. Tile through Q3 2020, hampered by an economy struggling with the pandemic, was at 2.04 ceramic tile consumption for 2020 would be 2.60 Through 3Q 2020, 1.38

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MARCH 12, 2020

This season’s ceramic tiles are focused on conveying a warm feeling that awaken your senses. The use of color and matte finishes, along with the varying ceramic wall tile reliefs and micro reliefs will set the stage for comfort and well-being. Bestile, Eunoia. In the Raw. … Continue Reading.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 10, 2020

Dallas, Texas—Daltile’s new RevoTile was recently named a “Best Flooring Product Of The Year” in Architectural Record magazine’s annual award competition. Of the five flooring award winners, RevoTile was the only porcelain tile to secure the accolade. Innovative RevoTile is unique; there is nothing like it on the market.

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JUNE 15, 2020

Going from outdated and bleak to a private oasis is no easy task, but she incorporated a stunning modern feel into the design, and by opening the floor plan she encapsulated an outdoor-indoor living situation inspired by the surrounding neighborhood. Our friendly, knowledgeable staff is always happy to help advise on tile design.

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Granada Tile

NOVEMBER 14, 2021

Over the years, world-class designers have utilized our stylish encaustic cement tiles to create astonishing designs. The stunning concrete floor is made with Granada’s Cordoba tiles, offsetting copper and yellow with interlocking diamond shapes. Place your order now or contact Granada Tile for more information!

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

T he waterproof flooring story isn’t just about the latest rigid core/SPC offerings hitting the market. As FCNews ’ 2021 Ultimate Waterproof Guide bears out, other categories—including laminate, tile and engineered wood—are benefiting by the waterproof/water-resistant craze that is clearly resonating with consumers. in 2020 vs. 2019.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

DECEMBER 13, 2019

Many new home building trends are expected to emerge in 2020. This looks great in homes with stone tile floors. Popular floor materials include granite tile and hardwood. Installing granite tiles is a great way to make a living space look more modern. Dimensional tile is also becoming very popular.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 8, 2020

The nineteenth edition of the Tile of Spain Awards in Architecture, Interior Design and Final Degree Project is kicking off with a call for entries. Entries may be submitted from now until October 23, 2020. Calendar and submission of entries: Closing date for entries: October 23, 2020. Jury’s final decision: November 20, 2020.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 3, 2020

Columbus, Ohio—Starnet Commercial Flooring has announced the winners of the 22nd annual Starnet Design Awards. Following is a list of the Gold winners for 2020. Details: Starnet member: Cornerstone Commercial Flooring. Details: Starnet member: DCO Commercial Floors. Grand Prize Winner: Gold in Education.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 18, 2020

. – Coverings ( coverings.com ) has canceled its 2020 show, which was scheduled to take place April 20-23 in New Orleans, due to the coronavirus pandemic. Given the public health emergency we are currently facing, we believe the only action at this time is for Coverings 2020 to be canceled.”.

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MARCH 9, 2020

Check how Mona Hajj incorporates floor, wall, and window design in a lovely Baltimore, Maryland interior design project. Our friendly, knowledgeable staff is always happy to help advise on tile design. Visit one of our DC, MD, or VA tile showrooms for a free tile design consultation.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 19, 2021

During Connect ’21, Ron Dunn (left) and Ryan Dunn likened the toy that always bounces back-no matter how many times it gets knocked around-to its Alliance Flooring retailers during the pandemic. Alliance Flooring said it plans to hold an in-person convention at Rosen Shingle Creek in Orlando during the second half of 2021.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

February 17/24, 2020: Volume 35, Issue 17. Las Vegas—Six manufacturers were voted best of class in the 2020 Best of Surfaces competition, a contest sponsored by Floor Covering News and Informa Exhibitions, which owns and operates The International Surface Event (TISE). Best Booth Design (over 1,200 square feet): Dal-Tile.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 4, 2021

Dallas, Texas—As part of Daltile’s ProSeries program of luxury vinyl flooring, which launched at the end of 2020, the brand has launched a new collection, Adventuro. “As Adventuro’s ultra-durable, rigid core planks are designed to create a floor that quickly and easily clicks together for lasting, water-resistant performance.

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