CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

SEPTEMBER 23, 2015

Paving the way for the tile and flooring industries, Mid America Tile is thrilled to announce the game-changing new midamericatile.com. As the go-to resource for innovative looks in tile and flooring, Mid America Tile provides exceptional customer service and the best selection in the Chicagoland area.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

—Coverings, the largest international tile and stone exhibition and conference in North America, released the top 10 tile trends for 2022. National Tile Day and the annual release of the top ten tile trends is an opportune time to celebrate the many benefits of ceramic tile,” Capra said. 23, from 11 a.m. 23, from 11 a.m.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JANUARY 27, 2020

Ceramic tile is not only beautiful, it is also healthy for your home. So states a Bulletin from TCNA (Tile Council of North America)s. 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. Color Blox by Crossville.

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Architectural Ceramics

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

While we can’t help you clean out your closet by purging, thanking, or folding your clothes, Architectural Ceramics can help you clean your tile floor or backsplash. Check out the following tips below, organized into categories, to care for and maintain your porcelain, ceramic, glass or natural stone tile.

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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. Exquisitely colored and perfectly sized aggregates give these designs a handcrafted concrete look and feel.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 29, 2022

Las Vegas—Coverings released a select product preview of new tile and stone products, along with a sneak peek of installation materials, tools and technology products, that will be unveiled at Coverings 2022 , taking place here April 5-8, 2022. Nash Collection by Cifre Ceramica features ceramic porcelain tiles with wood-effect design.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 20, 2023

Orlando—Coverings, the preeminent event for the ceramic tile and natural stone industry in North America, announced the winners of its 2023 Best Booth Awards this week at the show. An esteemed panel of tile and stone industry judges selected three Best in Show booth displays to bestow the coveted awards and recognition. “The

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 25, 2019

Come with us back in time to learn a few quick facts about medieval flooring, from stone to encaustic! Ceramic floor tile first started to appear in medieval England in the thirteenth century. Do you see large, worn pieces of stone assembled together? Stone has been a go-to building material since the dawn of man.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Its Ceramin tiles, meanwhile, are positioned as an alternative to ceramic and natural stone. As per usual, the hardwood category is well represented with species from North and South America featured. With Riva’s Tile Stone, end users can enjoy modern and elegant appeal in outdoor spaces.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 8, 2022

Coverings , the preeminent event for the ceramic tile and natural stone industry in North America, released the winners of its 2022 Best Booth Awards. The Peronda Group’s Peronda brand display showed classic porcelain styles with the looks of stone, concrete and wood. Arlington, Va.—

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

—Coverings, North America’s largest international tile and stone exhibition and conference, has announced the top 10 ceramic tile trends for 2023. 23, 2023, celebrating the durability, versatility, sustainability, and beauty of ceramic tile. The release of the tile trends also commemorates National Tile Day, which is Feb.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 22, 2021

By Megan Salzano Ceramic tile is one of only two truly aspirational product categories available in flooring today—hardwood being the other. Start thinking about ceramics as more than a cladding product,” said Ryan Fasan, ceramic tile specialist and Tile of Spain consultant.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 27, 2020

Tile Consumption Report, released by the Tile Council of North America (TCNA) just prior to the show, already points toward trouble ahead. economy experienced its tenth consecutive year of expansion on the heels of the Great Recession—the American ceramic tile market did not follow suit, declining for the first time in a decade.

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Architectural Ceramics

FEBRUARY 9, 2018

At Architectural Ceramics, we heart hexagons. From ceramic and porcelain to glass and marble, we have plenty of hexagon types to choose from. Let’s get to know the Kiss Dip Hexagon tile collection a little better, along with its vendor, Encore Ceramics. Up Close & Personal. Tender Loving Care.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 18, 2022

By Megan Salzano-Birch—Las Vegas— Coverings 2022 was a showcase in innovative product design and immersive technology, which is thriving within the ceramic and stone category today despite obvious obstacles. Ceramic market update. ceramic tile market. ceramic tile consumption in 2021 was 3.11 There was 2.23

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

(ARLINGTON, VA—February 12, 2019) Coverings ( coverings.com ), the largest international tile & stone exhibition and conference in North America, will honor the beauty and durability of tile this National Tile Day as the February 23 observance enters its third year.

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JG Kitchens

MARCH 27, 2018

Here’s the trade group’s take on what’s hot for ceramic tile in 2018: Monochromatic. Grey, white, black remain the top three colors in that order for both floor and walls with greige (gray-beige) following as a close fourth depending on the collection’s design inspiration. Natucer Vintage Series.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 1, 2023

Michael Ward, vice president of sales, Portobello America, put it simply: “Everybody’s here. However, Eric Astrachan, executive director of the Tile Council of North America (TCNA), touted the resiliency of the category, which remained strong despite hardships. “We to the highest number in history for the ceramic tile market: $4.42

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 3, 2022

By Megan Salzano-Birch—After a strong showing in 2021, Coverings 2022, the largest international tile and stone exhibition and conference in North America, will again be hosted as an in-person trade show event —this time in Las Vegas. Happy hours and giveaways will also be featured in the Lounge each day of the show after 4:30 p.m.

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JG Kitchens

MARCH 27, 2018

Here’s the trade group’s take on what’s hot for ceramic tile in 2018: Monochromatic. Grey, white, black remain the top three colors in that order for both floor and walls with greige (gray-beige) following as a close fourth depending on the collection’s design inspiration. Natucer Vintage Series.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

During Tile of Spain’s Coverings Connected press conference held earlier this week, Ryan Fasan, Tile of Spain’s technical consultant and tile and stone expert, outlined the state of Spanish tile in the U.S., Commerce Department made a determination that Chinese exporters had dumped ceramic tile in the U.S. Miami, Fla.—During

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 13, 2023

Orlando – Coverings has released a sneak peek of new tile and stone products, along with a select preview of installation materials, tools and technology products, that will be showcased at Coverings 2023, set to take place April 18-21, 2023, here at the Orange County Convention Center. As the No. Habana , a new collection from CEVICA S.L.,

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 17, 2019

Keep in mind most importers, like Architectural Ceramics, imported excess stock to get through this transition. for unglazed ceramic 10% for unglazed porcelain 8.5% for glazed ceramic and porcelain 2.7% for unglazed ceramic 10% for unglazed porcelain 8.5% for glazed ceramic and porcelain 2.7% for glass 4.9%

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Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

AUGUST 5, 2013

Kate-Lo Tile & Stone was delighted to donate tile to the local Girl Scouts of America. The theme for their project is called “Self Esteem” and they used broken pieces of ceramic, glass, and marble to emblazoned with empowering words. The mosaics create colorful frames around mirrors. Share it now!

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

APRIL 7, 2016

(ALEXANDRIA, VA— March 31, 2016) Coverings , the largest global tile & stone exposition in North America, has scheduled an exceptionally comprehensive conference program of notable and respected speakers to present on a number of topics at the forefront of industry conversation. Tuesday, April 19, 12:00 – 1:00p.m.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 14, 2020

Coverings , the largest international tile and stone exhibition and conference in North America, announced the fourth annual National Tile Day celebration scheduled for Feb. Mixed Color Palettes : Consumers are currently crazy for Pantone color of the year Classic Blue, blush pinks, sage green and dusty orange hues for a calming look.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 15, 2021

ceramic tile market , which was negatively impacted by the COVID-19 health crisis and declined for the second consecutive year, 2021 is off to an excellent start. That’s according to Eric Astrachan, executive director of the Tile Council of North America (TCNA), who kicked off a special press conference with some positive news.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

Coverings 2021 has announced tile trends forecasted by three leading international tile associations and sponsors of Coverings—Ceramics of Italy; Tile of Spain; and the Tile Council of North America (TCNA)—in commemoration of National Tile Day, Feb. XXL: Extra-large ceramic tiles are increasing in popularity this year.

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JG Kitchens

MAY 14, 2014

I recently attended Coverings, another major tile and stone show, in Las Vegas. I was also delighted to see some good-looking tiles from Latin America. There was even a handsome new teak option from Ceramics of Italy member Cerdisa. Oxidized stones came on strong this year. Style trend #2 – newer looks.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 30, 2020

Leaders in ceramics, including the Tile Council of North America (TCNA), Ceramics of Italy and Tile of Spain, used the time to weigh in on the current state of the U.S. hard and at a time when ceramic tile was already facing challenges. ceramic tile consumption in 2019 was 2.9 The coronavirus pandemic hit the U.S.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 10, 2015

White Thinset is the standard recommendation for Bianco Carrara, Calacata, Onyx, Thassos, most Limestone, and other light or translucent stones. The use of a Gray colored Thinset can result in discoloration of the stone or the appearance of oily stains on the face of the stone. successful jobs and satisfied clients.

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Tile Talk

MAY 7, 2013

Coverings 2013 Floors Attendees with New Tile, Stone Designs. Coverings 2013 lived up to, and exceeded, all expectations as THE Ultimate Tile + Stone Experience. With that, more than 900 exhibitors from over 50 countries packed the aisles of the Georgia World Congress Center with the latest, most innovative stone and tile products.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

The event, held January 28-31 in Las Vegas at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center, was co-located with StonExpo/Marmomacc Americas. Surfaces | StonExpo/Marmomacc Americas was held January 28-31 in Las Vegas. Here’s a glimpse of what new tile and stone products enjoyed the most visibility by the show’s visitors.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 16, 2013

With its eye towards the future, Coverings 2013 has remained steadfast in its quest to provide the best possible experience for the attendees of its annual tile and stone trade fair and expo. You can find a preview of the 43 Spanish tile and stone manufacturers participating in the Spanish Pavilion. Coverings 2013 Highlights.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 4, 2024

That axiom certainly applies to the world of ceramic tile installation where careful planning is absolutely crucial to the success of any project, be it residential or commercial. Participants included: Erin Albrecht, owner of J&R Tile, San Antonio, Texas; Woody Sanders, owner of DW Sanders Tile & Stone Contracting, Marietta, Ga.;

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 2, 2012

On wall installations especially, large-format, traditional thickness porcelain or ceramic tile can be a bit labor intensive. The variety of color and style choices available makes cladding exterior walls not only functional, but fashionable as well. Luckily for designers and installers alike, a solution has evolved!

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Tile Talk

JULY 9, 2013

As beautiful and stately as the individual glass blossoms are, one’s eyes are then diverted to the intricate mosaic and stone tile work on the floors, walls, staircases and even ceilings – all thanks to the talented artisans of Italian mosaic manufacturer – Sicis. This is one snail I wouldnt mind having in my garden!

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