Floor Covering News

MAY 5, 2022

By Jacqueline Hinchcliffe — Today’s flooring adhesives tout better grab, faster cure times and overall easier workability, among other key attributes. Following is a sampling of the latest eco-conscious flooring adhesives. Custom Building Products. The product also a high bond strength and features a long open time.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Las Vegas— Meridian Adhesives Group , parent of Taylor Adhesives, has opened a state-of-the-art manufacturing and distribution hub here. Meridian is the fastest-growing adhesives company in the industry, with 26 global locations and 15 manufacturing facilities,” said Dan Pelton, CEO of Meridian.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 1, 2022

Dalton—Starnet Worldwide Commercial Flooring Partnership, the world’s largest network of full-service independent flooring contractors, has selected Taylor Adhesives as its newest preferred vendor, beginning April 1. Taylor Adhesives is a leading producer of flooring adhesives and coatings for 45 years. “We and Canada.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 6, 2021

Laticrete will exhibit its latest product solutions and innovations at Coverings 2021, including the soon-to-be-released Hydro Barrier Plus and Hydro Ban XP waterproofing and crack isolation membranes. Following are the products Laticrete will showcase at Coverings 2021. Products to be showcased. Bethany, Conn.—Laticrete

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

The show will showcase inspiring images of tile products and applications, including previews of products that will be unveiled at Coverings 2019, on its social media channels, inviting designers to share their favorite products with the hashtags #NationalTileDay, #Coverings2019 and #WhyTile.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 23, 2023

.— Laticrete , a leading manufacturer of globally proven construction solutions for the building industry, has introduced 254 Platinum Plus, a high-performance, lightweight thin-set adhesive mortar that builds on the strengths of the original 254 Platinum. bag of 254 Platinum Plus offers the same coverage as a standard 50lb.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

AHF Products launched a new Quick Ship program featuring 12 Armstrong Flooring LVT options, which are manufactured in Lancaster, Pa. The new Quick Ship collection, Unify, offers a simplified product assortment that meets a variety of design, performance and budget needs to accommodate tight project schedules. Mountville, Pa.—AHF

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Offering a unique combination of design versatility, easy installation and high-end performance, Karndean LooseLay aims to set the standard for commercial LVT. Engineered and manufactured for installation as a floating floor, the product also can be glued down if a project requires. LooseLay brings it all together in one product.”

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 13, 2020

We’re putting together an interesting educational and engaging program of informative how-tos, innovative product presentations, an industry leader keynote speaker and online get togethers,” said CJ Church, executive director. 20 through Oct.

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The London Tile Co.

MARCH 10, 2017

We only recommend tiles that are at least 18mm thick, double the thickness of a standard internal porcelain tile, as this is more suitable for external use. PorcelPave is an outdoor only product that ranges from 18mm to 20mm in thickness and is available in many different styles. Installing onto a Solid Base Using Adhesive.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Led by our world-class design team, it’s a tribute to our entire company’s commitment to providing architects and designers with a premium product—one that delivers an unmatched combination of style, durability and performance. We’re proud and humbled by the recognition.” Individual planks and tiles are easily removed and replaced if damaged.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Seoul, South Korea— NOX Corporation, a global LVT(Luxury Vinyl Tile) manufacturer, released its plan for the transition to sustainable raw materials contributing to carbon reduction in all products. NOX said it intends to set the standard for sustainable flooring and declared that all finished products would be 100% recyclable.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JANUARY 27, 2020

Some VOCs emitted by non-ceramic building products can contribute to a wide variety of health problems and Sick Building Syndrome, according to various health experts. Cordoba by Metropolitan. Because ceramic tile is fired at extremely high temperatures, producing an inorganic material, it has zero VOCs. Ellis by Vitromex.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 23, 2012

In response to ceramic contractors’ needs for time-saving products, MAPEI has introduced Ultraflex™ LFT Rapid mortar to its line of fast-setting tile and stone installation systems. Ultraflex LFT Rapid has a high content of a unique dry polymer, resulting in excellent adhesion to the substrate and tile. www.mapei.com.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

This special order system, is an all-in-one, adhesive-backed mesh mat, sized to standard dimensions. For more size options, visit our Floor Heat Mat Product Page here. It’s hard not to notice Schluter’s signature orange color that’s prevalent among their products. Ditra-heat.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 21, 2023

FCNews reveals the winners of its third annual FCNnovation Awards—an initiative designed to recognize and showcase some of the most innovative new products and technologies launched in the current year. Inhaus Icon with Classen Ceramin technology Truly sustainable products need to offer recyclability and recycled content.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

OCTOBER 10, 2017

This standard tub and shower installation in Portland, Oregon was completed by Stoneman Construction. We take pride in meeting or exceeding all industry standards,” Jeremy, a CTI, explains. ARDEX CA 20 P™ Multi-Purpose Construction Adhesive and Sealant. ARDEX X 77™ MICROTEC® Fiber Reinforced Tile and Stone Mortar​​​​​​.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 25, 2022

We teach them the standards, then we test them.”. If you run into an installation issue or have a question about a product, you have the name of the person to contact at the manufacturer to help you and ultimately your customers.”. The program can be completed online or in-person at one of FCICA’s CIM training events.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

While innovations such as next-gen 3D ceramic tile and hardwood flooring with advanced finishing and surface texturing applications made headlines at Surfaces 2024, the fanfare was much more subdued for flooring adhesives. The high-moisture-resistant adhesive has low VOCs, and is FloorScore and Green Label Plus certified.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 2, 2020

.— Beauflor USA is launching its Omega+ collection, a highly durable vinyl roll product featuring 22 diverse visuals and the integration of the company’s patent-pending NaturQuest technology. It comes in a standard roll width of 12 feet for easy installation in open areas such as bedrooms, kitchens and laundry rooms.

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Realstone

APRIL 17, 2023

They can be adhered directly to a wall using mortar or other adhesives, or they can be installed using a mechanical fastening system that attaches the veneer to a substructure. When selecting panelized natural stone veneer, it is important to choose a high-quality product that is manufactured to meet industry standards.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

OCTOBER 13, 2014

Bostik, one of the world’s largest manufacturers of adhesives and sealants, inaugurated its new, state-of-the-art R&D facility – the Bostik Smart Technology Center – in Venette, located near Paris, on October 3 rd. Our R&D centers all are innovation-driven and focus on developing smart adhesives. About Bostik, Inc.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

How it works: Unicoat is applied on the edges of the floorboard during production, resulting in a fully sealed surface when the panels are locked together. The new, watertight technology adds advantages to any type of flooring and is invaluable to extend performance and longevity of laminate, engineered wood and real hardwood products.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 14, 2023

iD Latitude brings the full trifecta: great design, lasting performance and practical affordability,” said Ben Elliott, senior product manager, Tarkett North America. “Our Products within the Tarkett Solution SPECtrum are designed to work together both functionally and aesthetically across a palette of colors, patterns and textures.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 25, 2023

. “Our latest Contour collections include never-before-seen colors and designs that add artistic warmth to commercial interiors,” said Paul Young, senior vice president of product innovation and design for Tarkett North America.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

MAY 9, 2017

When it comes to waterproofing and crack isolation in tile assemblies, trust the RedGard brand from Custom Building Products. Count on CUSTOM’s complete RedGard family of products for fast, reliable tile installations. Best of all, when you install ANY RedGard surface preparation product along with an eligible CUSTOM mortar and grout.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

When Markus came to the United States, he brought decades of experience, and his love of ARDEX products, with him. Dworowy used ARDEX products throughout this small, elegantly-executed bathroom in Arlington Heights, Illinois. We have been using all ARDEX products since the 1980s, in Germany.” Markus explains. “We

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The London Tile Co.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2016

If you are looking for a long-lasting and modern looking alternative to traditional paving products, porcelain is the perfect choice. Standard 8-10mm thick porcelain tiles are not recommended for external use, as they are not strong enough to withstand heavy furniture and harsh weather conditions.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 2, 2020

.— Beauflor USA is launching its Omega+ collection, a highly durable vinyl roll product featuring 22 diverse visuals and the integration of the company’s patent-pending NaturQuest technology. It comes in a standard roll width of 12 feet for easy installation in open areas such as bedrooms, kitchens and laundry rooms.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 27, 2021

T oday, consumers want to know where a brand’s products are coming from and how they’re produced; they’re interested in sustainable business practices. Armstrong Flooring is boldly walking into the future with a revitalized brand, an optimized collection of flooring products and adaptive solutions for its customers.

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Realstone

MAY 8, 2023

This article will guide you in choosing the best stacked stone veneer for your fireplace, covering various aspects from understanding the product to installation and maintenance. Remember to consider both the cost of the materials (stone plus mortar/adhesive) and any additional installation expenses (I.e.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 16, 2021

That’s what adhesives suppliers are touting as they showcase new formulations designed to go the extra mile to improve flooring installations. Today’s adhesives offer multiple solutions beyond their core purpose including sound absorption, moisture prevention and mildew resistance. It’s a heavy bells-and-whistles product.”

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Floor Covering News

MAY 3, 2023

Dalton—Taylor Adhesives will now offer a lifetime warranty for wood flooring installations done by a National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) Certified Professionals certified installer. This will extend the normal Taylor 10-year warranty to match the warranty of the wood flooring product installed.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 22, 2021

There are specifications that are standard, but they’re very hard for a consumer to understand. Recommending a premium underlayment adds to the retailer’s bottom line while also providing the customer a product that will truly add comfort and enjoyment to her new floor.”. It is important to choose your underlayment wisely.”.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 2, 2012

Cotto D’Este, an Italian manufacturer, has developed a revolutionary new technology to create Kerlite, a large-format, thin porcelain tile that weighs a fraction of standard thickness tile while still providing the strength and durability of porcelain. Luckily for designers and installers alike, a solution has evolved! Now let’s talk size.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 18, 2023

G iven the plethora of hard surface flooring options available in the market today, choosing the right adhesive is critical to ensuring the new floor can withstand the rigors of long-term use. Fortunately for today’s installers, adhesives suppliers have taken the guesswork out of which glue is best served for the specific application in mind.

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Focus Floors and Furnishings

NOVEMBER 14, 2012

FOCUS floors & Furnishings has recently introduced vinyl plank flooring to its line of durable and beautiful flooring products, which also includes carpet tiles for residential and commercial installation. Vinyl plank flooring is a unique product that looks like natural wood. Measure in standard feet. our room calculator ).

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