Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Castellón, Spain—Bart Bettiga, executive director of the National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) , is set to moderate a session at Qualicer—the 18th World Congress on Ceramic Tile Quality, which takes place March 5-6, 2024 here. The post NTCA gets involved in Qualicer 2024 appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 22, 2024

—The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) has presented Woody Sanders with the prestigious 2024 NTCA Ring of Honor award. This recognition is bestowed upon individuals who have made significant contributions to the tile industry. Cook, who established his own tile contracting business in 1929.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 1, 2024

Atlanta—Coverings, the preeminent international tile and stone exhibition and conference in North America, has released a comprehensive roster of both popular and new onsite activations for Coverings 2024, which will take place April 22-25, 2024, at the Georgia World Congress Center here.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Atlanta—Coverings, North America’s largest and premier international tile and stone exhibition and conference, has unveiled the top tile trends for 2024 in celebration of National Tile Day, which takes place February 23. The visual richness of their textures, nuances and details are maintained and paired with the practicality of ceramic.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Resilient flooring remains the top seller in the industry, and suppliers came with new innovations meant to grab even more share in 2024. Las Vegas—The resilient flooring category remains the top performer in the industry, overtaking the carpet category in dollars for the first time in 2022—by a whopping $1.3B.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Atlanta—Coverings, the preeminent event for the ceramic tile and natural stone industry in North America, has revealed a select lineup of featured educational opportunities for Coverings 2024 , which will take place April 22-25, 2024, here at the Georgia World Congress Center (GWCC).

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Tile of Spain USA

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Join Tile of Spain at AIA Dallas on Tuesday, November 7 th from 5:30 pm-8:30 pm for a CEU presentation highlighting the latest in ceramic tile technologies presented by Tile of Spain Technical Consultant, Ryan Fasan. LU/HSW (to be accredited by Tile of Spain). LU/HSW (to be accredited by Tile of Spain). Registered with AIA and IDCEC.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 18, 2024

That’s what industry disrupters are doing when they innovate to the point that it shifts the traditional paradigm. Disruption can also occur within the industry from causes outside of it. This year’s Floor Covering News “Industry Disrupters” 2024 issue features all manner of players that are—or are poised to—shake things up.

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Why Tile

APRIL 11, 2024

Coverings 2024 — North America’s premier tile and stone exhibition and conference — is an inspiring event for the ceramic tile and natural stone industry that showcases more than 1,000 exhibitors from across the globe.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 16, 2024

Las Vegas—The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) will promote the value of certification and training for tile installers during TISE—the International Surface Event—2024 taking place here January 24-26, 2024. CTEF can be found in two locations during TISE 2024 (see here ). Three openings remain for January 25.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

S everal issues that shook out in 2023 have contributed to a less-than-stellar year for ceramic tile. The increase in interest/mortgage rates, an abrupt transition of spending among consumers—from goods to services—and price deflation have all caused a lack of growth for ceramic tile in 2023. Category experts agree the U.S.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Los Angeles—Emser Tile has released its 2023/2024 catalog , available both in print and online. It encompasses a wide range of materials such as porcelain, ceramic, luxury vinyl tile and planks, glass, decorative accents, mosaics, natural stone, setting materials, whole shower systems and more.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 26, 2024

Atlanta—Coverings, the preeminent event for the ceramic tile and natural stone industry in North America, has bestowed Coverings Installation & Design (CID) Awards to recognize 21 exceptional projects for their ingenuity, craftsmanship and technical proficiency in the use of tile and stone.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Feria Valencia, Spain—Eleven members of the National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) are set to attend the 40th anniversary celebration of Cevisama—the international show for the ceramic tile, bathroom equipment and natural stone industries—taking place here from February 26-March 1, 2024.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 26, 2024

Atlanta—Stonepeak Ceramics, the U.S. operation of the Italian Iris Ceramica Group and a prominent manufacturer of high-tech porcelain and stoneware solutions , will present three new American-made high tech porcelain collections at Coverings 2024 in booth 7136.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Las Vegas— AHF Products will showcase its breadth of products for the building industry at the International Builders’ Show (IBS) Booth #W4109, being held here later this month. AHF offers hardwood, SPC/rigid core, laminate, luxury vinyl, traditional vinyl sheet and ceramic tile with a focus on innovation and industry “firsts.”

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 18, 2024

Turnhout, Belgium— i4F has joined forces with the Akgün Group-Duratiles to bring a clickable floating floor installation system to the world of ceramics. The company also announced Akgün as the first licensee of its i4F Ceramic Click technology. “This makes it easier for ceramics to compete with alternative floating floors. “i4F

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 20, 2024

.— Tile of Spain manufacturers returned to Valencia, Spain earlier this month for the landmark 40th edition of Cevisama, the International Fair for Ceramic Tiles and Bathroom Furnishings. This year’s fair was held from February 26-March 1, 2024 at Feria Valencia, located in Valencia’s center city.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Some innovators in the flooring industry don’t necessarily make the products end users consume (although that’s changing). Following is an overview of some of the flooring technology innovations showcased at Surfaces 2024. That way you have a floor that looks exactly like a ceramic, and it’s 100% waterproof.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 8, 2024

Atlanta—The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) will focus on the Certified Tile Installer (CTI) and the Advanced Certifications for Tile Installers (ACT) programs during Coverings 2024 taking place April 22-25, 2024, here. Knowing and understanding standards and specifications is key to growing the tile industry.”

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Raj Shah co-CEO, MSI What is your projection for the category in 2024? As we move into 2024, despite ongoing economic challenges, we anticipate that higher-end con­sumers will remain resilient, as they are not burdened by mort­gages. What are some of the biggest challenges facing the category in 2024?

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Las Vegas—On February 26, City of Hope, one of the largest cancer research and treatment organizations in the United States, honored Jeff Lorberbaum, CEO of Mohawk Industries, along with Kevin Campbell, president of Moen Americas, and Tom Koos, president and CEO of PrimeSource Brands, with the prestigious Spirit of Life Award.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

The initiative aims to equip industry professionals with new skills and knowledge while fostering connections with peers and industry experts. The workshops and regional trainings are free and are made possible through the support of sponsors dedicated to elevating the industry through education.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 16, 2022

T he slowing economy has left many in the flooring industry scratching their heads as to what the future holds. High interest rates, slowing home purchases and a surplus of inventory are just a few of the challenges industry suppliers say will need to be tackled in the coming year. The opportunity is endless for ceramic tile.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 14, 2023

Coming off a year where many companies reopened or resumed normal business hours, the commercial flooring industry is poised to capitalize on this momentum. In May, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) predicts multi-family building starts to decline by more than 10% annually from 2023 to 2024. April retail sales rose 0.4%

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 30, 2024

Atlanta—Last week, students from Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC)/The Dalton Academy and Atlanta Technical College, who are participating in the Basic Floor Covering Program, attended Coverings 2024 here. Students were able to speak with several other industry representatives during the show floor tour led by NTCA leadership.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 22, 2024

Atlanta—Marazzi and American Olean are both showcasing upcoming collections during the Coverings 2024 tradeshow at the Georgia World Congress Center here, April 22-25 in meeting room #245. Marazzi 2024 spring product launch All of the following products are proudly made in the USA. Glazed ceramic wall tile.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

MARCH 6, 2024

A random stylised scattering of fractured ceramics wash across the floor and wall of rough and ready taqueria Los Alexis. The mass trencadis is paired with a bare industrial original ceiling and a vibrant green curved bar to match the green grout. A new post by Hanna Simpson, Diary of a Tile Addict, March 2024.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 26, 2024

Atlanta—Coverings, North America’s preeminent event for the ceramic tile and natural stone industry, has named the winners of its 2024 Best Booth Awards. The post Coverings celebrates design innovation with Best Booth Awards appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 20, 2024

Las Vegas—Daltile’s new Calligo collection has been selected by a panel of industry experts as a Best of KBIS Awards Finalist in the “Wellness Trailblazer” category. The ultimate winner in this category will be announced by the judges at the upcoming Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) 2024 being held here in February.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 2, 2023

Las Vegas—A revitalized Mandalay Bay facility, an impressive exhibit hall, education and event lineup and a strong floor covering, stone and tile industry were evident as The International Surface Event (TISE) held here earlier this year. program, and industry support for our Foundation’s Mission Possible cash and car raffle.”

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Ceramics of Italy

MARCH 18, 2024

Last February, Atlas Concorde received the Export Capital award for the second consecutive year and was recognised as the top company in the Export Excellence category for the ceramics and marble sector.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 21, 2023

In fact, FCNews ’ Statistical issue showed just how important price increases were to the flooring industry in 2022. This was true across the board for all categories, including ceramic, which ultimately experienced the most obvious reliance on price increases with a decline in volume and increase in sales for 2022. government in 2022.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

1 and runs through March 10, 2024. To be eligible for the scholarship, individuals must be new to the industry or have worked as an installation helper for less than a year. We keep hearing how many other industries are starving for talent, and many of them already cover 100% of introductory training.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 1, 2024

Las Vegas—Decocer, a ceramic company specializing in the design and manufacture of small-size tiles, participated for the first time at HD Expo, held here April 30-May 2. The ceramic company is a strategic partner that designs custom collections tailored to the needs of manufacturers, distribution chains and architects and interior designers.

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Ceramic Industry Magazine

MARCH 4, 2019

The global ceramic tile market was worth around $70.9 billion in 2018, representing a CAGR of 9.1% from 2011-2018.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 3, 2023

Coverings 2023, the preeminent international ceramic tile and natural stone event in North America, exceeded expectations with a vigorous 50% year-over-year increase in attendance, totaling nearly 27,000 eventgoers who gathered here April 18-21, 2023, at the Orange County Convention Center. Orlando, Fla.—

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