Floor Covering News

JULY 11, 2022

The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF), has organized an online auction to take place in August to raise additional funds in support of its mission. EDT and includes more than 50 items relevant to tile installation professionals. Materials such as tile, GPTP, backer board, underlayment, mortar, and grout.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 25, 2023

That mission is to improve the tile industry through certification, education, training and participation in the development of nationally recognized standards and methods. The auction will include over 100 items relevant to tile installation professionals. What’s included in the CTEF Online Auction?

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 23, 2022

Las Vegas—The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) invites the tile industry to its booth (N3163) at Coverings 2022, taking place here, April 5-8, 2022 , for a demonstration of “GPTP By the Standard” and to witness the Mud Walls and Mud Floors Advanced Certifications for Tile Installers (ACT) program tests.

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Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

JUNE 2, 2020

In a nutshell, tile installation certification programs transform the tile trade and industry for the better. Those programs include the Certified Tile Installer (CTI) program as well as the Advanced Certifications for Tile Installers (ACT) program. TransformTheTrade.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 3, 2023

The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) has accepted a donation from Artistic Tile Inc., in memory of Steve Slutzah, Westside Tile and Stone, Inc., to support the Certified Tile Installer (CTI) program and Advanced Certifications for Tile Installers (ACT). Pendleton, S.C.—The

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 4, 2023

—During Coverings 2023, taking place in here April 18-21, the Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) will demonstrate tile installation techniques and GPTP Advanced Installer Certification (ACT) from start to finish in booth #4243. An installer may choose to become ACT certified in one or more areas.

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Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

SEPTEMBER 10, 2019

If you've spent any time in the tile industry, care deeply about quality tile installation, and embrace installing tile according to industry standards, you will have heard of Scott Carothers , director of certification and training for the Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF).

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 4, 2023

The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) has expanded training and education for professionals in the ceramic tile and stone industry for 2023. Two new tile installer course levels. 100 Level Tile Foundations Series. Pendleton, S.C.—The

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 30, 2021

The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) said it has received a $10,000 matching grant from the National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) to financially support CTEF. If CTEF can raise $10,000 through the generosity of those interested in the success of the tile industry, that $10,000 will become $20,000. Pendleton, S.C.—The

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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. Brookes has built a resume of achievements and activities that represent commitment and passion for the tile and stone industry. Martin Brookes. Flowood, Miss.—The I am overwhelmed.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 2, 2020

Crossville, Tenn., to its board of directors, effective immediately. “As These four additions bring valuable experience to the conversations, ranging from working with dealers and distributors, general contractors and specifiers as well as the CTI program.”. For more information, visit: ceramictilefoundation.org/ctef-board-members.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Bruce (AHF): Comfortstone AHF Products’ Bruce brand recently introduced its Comfortstone engineered stone tile, featuring the look of natural stone and ceramic. Like stone and ceramic, Comfortstone is incredibly beautiful and durable, but is also designed to be warmer to the touch and more comfortable underfoot versus traditional tile.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 23, 2022

By Ken Ryan—Students are one step closer to becoming flooring installers thanks to a partnership between the Floor Covering Education Foundation (FCEF) and Georgia Northwestern Technical College (GNTC) that has recently received accreditation. Student installer learning the basics of installation during spring program.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

DECEMBER 16, 2013

Scott Carothers, Ceramic Tile Education Foundation director of certification and training, has received the coveted National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) Ring of Honor for his service to the tile industry and to NTCA. Past recipients include representatives from all segments of the tile and stone industry.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 18, 2021

—Coverings, the preeminent event for the ceramic tile and natural stone industry in North America, opened Coverings 2022 event registration, hotel bookings and awards submissions throughout this month. Coverings Installation and Design (CID) Awards submissions and Rock Star nominations will be accepted online through Dec. EST deadline.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2013

It’s a look you’ll find only from the tile design craftsmen at Mediterranea. It’s a look you’ll find only from the tile design craftsmen at Mediterranea. Lightweight match for large-format tile. This polymer-modified mortar is formulated with Easy Glide Technology™ for ease of application, a labor-saving plus for installers.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 5, 2022

But it’s important not to overlook the emphasis on eco-conscious formulations that are safer for the environment and the installer. This particular product does not use isocyanates and it’s safer for the installer,” said Don Munro, product manager, setting materials and adhesives, Custom Building Products. Custom Building Products.

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Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

SEPTEMBER 18, 2019

Our recent blog article titled " Should Tile Installers Become Certified?" It has also raised questions that need to be addressed about the qualifications for both the Certified Tile Installer (CTI) program and the Advanced Certifications for Tile Installers (ACT) program.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 17, 2024

When it comes to durability, scratch/dent resistance, ease of installation/maintenance and affordability, laminate flooring checks all the boxes. Both feature the company’s proprietary WetProtect technology that allows the product to be safely installed in areas of the home prone to spills and everyday household accidents.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Rigid core flooring offers Interface customers the performance of long-lasting hard flooring with the convenience of resilient tile, according to the company. Our customers were looking for enduring designs with a rigid, flat finish that feature glue-free installation and are easy to maintain. Performance in every tile.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 3, 2020

Because of Revotec’s click-and-lock installation method and the incorporation of a grout line into the design, consumers get the look of tile or stone without the hassle of the installation. Ensignium offers advanced technology in engineered, waterproof flooring utilizing 3D digital print.

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Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

MARCH 13, 2018

Virginia Tile's Brent Stoller is a serial Certified Tile Installer (CTI) program hands-on testing host. He also regularly hosts Advanced Certifications for Tile Installers (ACT) evaluations in the Virginia Tile facility in Kansas City, KS.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 10, 2021

Regardless of the brand, the performance of the material ultimately depends upon its ability to durably and successfully bond floor coverings in a manner that is acceptable to installers. Materials that are easy to trowel, offer strong bonding and green grab properties are preferred by installers. Modern adhesives.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 28, 2023

He was a great mentor who taught many people how to install, sell and quote hardwood flooring products. He was introduced to the industry at the age of 8, when he began working with his father in the family business, Conner Tile & Floor Covering Company in his native Oklahoma. He was the backbone of the NWFA. He served in the U.S.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 15, 2022

Solon, Ohio—Tarkett North America has refreshed and expanded its iQ Granit collection and introduced coordinating iQ Eminent collection within its high-performance homogeneous vinyl sheet and tile products. a certification program endorsed by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 4, 2022

The app will send Joe primer questions, and by answering certain questions a certain way, the app will know he doesn’t need to take courses ‘x, y, z,’ and it will advance him to where he needs to be.”. The modules are a part of an overall course for each user to pass—complete with quizzes and an On3 certification.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

SEPTEMBER 12, 2012

Here are nine reasons why we in the tile industry should be optimistic. Larger floorplans equals more tile. For those of us who import most of our tile, a strong dollar is a welcome sign. Advances in ceramic technologies have improved the performance and the look of tile. Better Installers. Housing Starts.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 23, 2023

Ecore’s Heritage Motivate performance vinyl tile (PVT) claimed top honors in the resilient flooring category of this year’s IIDA/HD Expo Product Design Awards and was selected as a Sustainable Product category winner of the esteemed 2023 SEAL Business Sustainability Awards. Lancaster, Pa.—Known and an energy restitution of 66.7%.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 16, 2023

The list virtually covers the flooring eco-system—with manufacturing, technology, distribution and installation all represented this year, along with an outlier. He has helped push the industry toward greater innovative advancements that made products better. Bart’s determination has had a significant impact on the flooring industry.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 12, 2021

senior director of marketing, Dal-Tile. Paij Thorn-Brooks, vice president of marketing, Dal-Tile. While flooring is still largely ruled by well-established legends and pioneers, there’s a new generation in town. Danny Chen, chairman, Johnson Hardwood. Amber Leigh Martinson. CEO/president, Nonn’s Kitchen Bath & Flooring.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 21, 2022

As that consumer works her way down the funnel, she realizes she’s not going to get fantastic service and installation from other options. Cali Floors. Disrupting through distribution. Cali Floors has proven to be a trusted partner for retailers in the face of hardship.

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Time2Design

FEBRUARY 27, 2014

“Using advanced printing technology, we authentically replicated each beautiful detail in true scale ― capturing the high-end look homeowners desire without sacrificing the maintenance-free and affordable nature of laminate.". pic - House Beautiful April 1957 issue. With that in mind, step into 2014!

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Time2Design

FEBRUARY 12, 2014

Here is the scoop for those of you who need the 411 on how it is made - Dekton is made from a mixture of inorganic raw materials found in glass, porcelain tile and natural quartz. certificate #23852. decorative tile. The #BlogTourVegas Group Admiring DEKTON during #KBIS2014. Facade DEKTON STRATO Tech Collection. ASID Pro Member.

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Time2Design

JANUARY 10, 2013

Thank you in advance Mr. Steam, my feet thank you and. certificate #23852. decorative tile. GIFT CERTIFICATE. glass tile. I am confident after a few days of non-stop walking at the IMM International Furniture Fair it will be greatly appreciated. my traveling body thanks you! Carmen Christensen. Email This BlogThis!

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Time2Design

OCTOBER 26, 2013

Knowing in advance that my trip to Memphis would include a visit to St. Rooted in the fashion and design communities, the Brizo brand is the primary sponsor of fashion Designer Jason Wu’s fashion shows, and is the first national sponsor of the St. Jude Dream Home ® Giveaway. WHAT IS BRIZO BLOGGER19? JUDE HOSPITAL {.this

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