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Natural Stone: Opportunity knocks as consumers hunker down

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The recent boom in the housing market is a boon to the natural stone category. The flooring industry in general, and the natural stone category in particular, is starting to reap the benefits of such activities. Opportunity for natural stone has always been in kitchen and bath. 2021 will see that continue.

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Ceramic: The pros and cons of natural stone

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When it comes to natural stone, specialty retail has it tough. However, natural stone has its advantages—i.e., In an effort to help retailers in that endeavor, three suppliers gave FCNews their best advice on how to deal with the challenges of natural stone while also tapping the inherent advantages of the category.

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Scoring flooring: Industry stats for 2021

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flooring industry went on a wild ride dating back to third quarter 2020, which carried through to the end of 2021. In 2021, the average selling price of all flooring was $1.33. They also do not include stone flooring, nor do they account for ceramic wall tile, cove base and rubber accessories.). In 2021, it was $1.85.

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Suppliers reveal next big things for 2021

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Those innovations will be on display in the coming year, and some suppliers are ready to tease new looks and technologies for 2021. When it comes to soft surface, Brittany Stanley, senior design manager of soft surface at Mohawk, added, “You will also see a healthy mix of neutrals and accents in 2021.

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Week of February 1st, 2021—Kitchen Islands & Residential Hosting Spaces

Architectural Ceramics

Indoor/Outdoor Hosting Spaces & Inspirations. Indoor-Outdoor Living Space Ideas to Inspire Your Home Design , Toll Brothers. There are many advantages that come with having dedicated spaces for hosting/entertaining guests, and even more come with an indoor and outdoor setup.

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Coverings 2022 shines light on innovation, design

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ceramic tile consumption in 2021 was 3.11 million units started in 2021 represented a 16% increase from the previous year. When it comes to imports, ceramic tile in 2021 reached its highest level in 15 years, Astrachan reported. tile consumption by volume in 2021, which is up 69.4%.”. By value, 2021 was $2.5

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Week of December 28th, 2020 – Top 5 of the Year

Architectural Ceramics

While we can’t wait to see what design trends 2021 brings us, let’s take a moment and remember some of the highlights from 2020. Enjoy our final top 5 design posts of the year and we will see you in 2021! See you all in 2021 and have a safe and happy end of the year from our family at Architessa to yours!

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