The Tile Council of North America Blog

AUGUST 26, 2016

At Greenbuild 2016, TCNA announced UL certification of the Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for tile mortars and tile grouts made in North America. With this announcement, building design professionals have even more reason to “think tile” and “think North American” when building green. and ICC 700.

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The Tile Council of North America Blog

AUGUST 26, 2016

Building design professionals, facility managers and others seeking LEED building certification by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) can now look to certified sustainable ceramic tiles, glass tiles, and tile installation materials to earn the needed credits. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 26, 2016.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

National Tile Day, marking its fifth year, will be celebrated with brand-new imagery of creative tile designs, installations and applications shared across Coverings’ social media channels. EST, and will be presented by Bill Griese, director, standards development and sustainability initiatives, Tile Council of North America, Inc.,

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

The National Tile Contractors Association ( NTCA ) trainers will be touring nine states, offering 17 free, standards-based workshops and eight free regional trainings this year—nearly double the number provided in 2023. The content is aligned with industry standards and methods, ensuring relevance and applicability. Jackson, Miss.—The

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

AUGUST 31, 2016

Building design professionals, facility managers and others seeking LEED building certification by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) can now look to certified sustainable ceramic tiles, glass tiles, and tile installation materials to earn the needed credits. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 26, 2016.

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APRIL 4, 2017

(Orlando, FL) – The tile industry has united in a marketing and education initiative designed to inspire consumers and provide information on all of tile’s benefits. Why Tile is coordinated by the Tile Council of North America (TCNA). © 2017 Ceramic Tile Distributors Association. For more information, contact: Roxanne Shiflet.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 31, 2020

For its first event, to be held August 26, attendees will learn about standards, selling tile post-pandemic, the benefits of tile for health and wellness and more. Introduction to Tile Industry Standards. Be able to navigate industry standards and understand how they cross reference each other. When: 11 a.m. –

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 1, 2022

—Martha Salazar, director of marketing for TCNA-Mexico, is a Coverings Rock Star Award recipient for 2022, according to the Tile Council of North America (TCNA). The winners represent the talented and resourceful young professionals in the industry who are setting new standards for excellence and performance, according to the company.

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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. On the soft surface side, Gold Standard I/II/III from EF’s Dream Weaver brand is made with PureColor HiGH-DEF Color Technology.

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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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Floor Covering News

MAY 1, 2023

From trending design to innovative surface solutions, high-value educational opportunities and networking events, the show resonated with attendees and exhibitors alike. Michael Ward, vice president of sales, Portobello America, put it simply: “Everybody’s here. to the highest number in history for the ceramic tile market: $4.42

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 23, 2017

ARLINGTON, VA – February 23, 2017) Today Coverings , the largest international tile & stone exhibition in North America, celebrates National Tile Day , which recognizes the value of tile in today’s architecture and design. The Livestream will be available on the Interior Design Facebook page (facebook.com/InteriorDesignMagazine).

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Coverings, the preeminent event for North America’s ceramic tile and natural stone industry, unveiled a sneak peek of featured education for Coverings 2023, taking place here April 18-21, 2023, at the Orange County Convention Center. Orlando, Fla.—Coverings, Tenet sessions. Register for Coverings 2023 here.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 25, 2019

Ceramic floor tile first started to appear in medieval England in the thirteenth century. Patterns ranged from geometric designs, decorative mosaics, family crests, and depictions of Christian scenes and symbols. Floor tiles in the Middle Ages offered a wealth of different patterns and designs. Enamored by inlaid tile?

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Following is a sampling of some of the technologies, solutions and innovations showcased at Surfaces 2023 : i4F In response to its supplier partners developing new products across various platforms and constructions, i4F continues to put the spotlight on visuals and installation systems that mimic ceramic tile—right down to the grout line.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Coverings , the preeminent event for the ceramic tile and natural stone industry in North America, has released a lineup of featured conference sessions for Coverings 2022. The Secrets of Pool Design and Installation. Designing for Outdoor Living. Arlington, Va.— Workforce & Profits.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

New Tile Designs, Installation Products from Surfaces 2013. The event, held January 28-31 in Las Vegas at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center, was co-located with StonExpo/Marmomacc Americas. The event, held January 28-31 in Las Vegas at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center, was co-located with StonExpo/Marmomacc Americas.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 21, 2020

—Tile Council of North America (TCNA), the trade association representing producers of ceramic tile, tile installation materials and related products in North America, has entered into what it calls a transformative collaboration to provide industry-wide material ingredient transparency. rating system. rating system.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Earlier this year Diary of a Tile Addict was invited on a four-day ceramic tile study tour of Portugal. As a long-term admirer of Portugal’s long and influential ceramic tradition, DOATA’s founder, Joe Simpson readily accepted the invitation. Photo credit: Portugal Ceramics: Vasco Duarte. Location: Viuva Lamego. Unforgettable!

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Diary of a Tile Addict

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Earlier this year Diary of a Tile Addict was invited on a four-day ceramic tile study tour of Portugal. As a long-term admirer of Portugal’s long and influential ceramic tradition, DOATA’s founder, Joe Simpson readily accepted the invitation. Photo credit: Portugal Ceramics: Vasco Duarte. Location: Viuva Lamego. Unforgettable!

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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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Floor Covering News

APRIL 7, 2023

T he earliest iterations of locking systems were mainly designed to facilitate an essential function: install the greatest amount of panels in the shortest amount of time with the least amount of mess possible. With FlinTile, Unilin offers a ceramic alternative to SPC with real grout. market nearly 30 years ago.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 26, 2022

Las Vegas—Coverings, the largest international tile and stone exhibition and conference in North America, has announced a comprehensive roster of both popular and new programs for Coverings 2022 —which will take place April 5-8, 2022, at the Las Vegas Convention Center here.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 2, 2012

First came the advent of large-format tile designs, providing the customer with greater coverage (not to mention some great new looks) while using fewer total tiles. On wall installations especially, large-format, traditional thickness porcelain or ceramic tile can be a bit labor intensive.

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NOVEMBER 6, 2014

Tile Council of North America (TCNA) presented its prestigious Tile Person of the Year award to Mr. Donato Grosser at Total Solutions Plus 2014 in San Antonio, TX. Since 1980 he has directed promotional programs for the Italian ceramic tile and marble industries. He was also a member of the Ceramic Tile Marketing Federation.

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MARCH 23, 2016

(ALEXANDRIA, VA— February 18, 2016) Coverings, the largest global tile & stone exposition in North America, has partnered with the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) and Chicago Mosaic School to develop unique programs that investigate the use of tile as a medium for creative design. LinkedIn: linkedin.com/groups?mostPopular=&gid=1693367.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MARCH 4, 2016

(ALEXANDRIA, VA— February 18, 2016) Coverings, the largest global tile & stone exposition in North America, has partnered with the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) and Chicago Mosaic School to develop unique programs that investigate the use of tile as a medium for creative design. LinkedIn: linkedin.com/groups?mostPopular=&gid=1693367.

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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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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

What’s more, this increased resilience outperforms both v-groove and traditional ceramic grouts in terms of wear and tear, facilitates the creation of staggered patterns and cuts total installation time in half. Tiles and planks with True Grout are very easy to install as well as replace, especially when compared to traditional ceramics.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MARCH 19, 2012

So why is the new Green Squared standard and certification program launching at Coverings so important to the industry? The tile industry has long recognized that its products are inherently sustainable, says Bill Griese, manager of standards development and green initiatives for the Anderson, SC-based Tile Council of North America (TCNA).

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Floor Covering News

JULY 15, 2021

At first, I was wondering if Coverings would still have that Coverings feel, but the exhibitors built the booths from the ground up and they are artfully designed—and you can intensely feel that people are engaging, really engaging.”. ceramic tile consumption was up 17.8% million square feet of ceramic tile, up 26% from Q1 2020.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 20, 2020

From featheredge to 2-inch depths, HS Sturdy is designed to repair, patch and smooth, combining tasks for use on a wide variety of substrates including concrete and gypsum as well as diverse ones such as wood, vinyl and ceramic. Environmental and safety standards remain top-of-mind in Schönox’s research and development efforts.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 6, 2021

By Megan Salzano After a two-year hiatus, Coverings 2021 , the largest international tile and stone exhibition and conference in North America, will host its in-person trade show event July 7-9, in Orlando, Fla., at the North Hall of the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC). What’s new.

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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. Anderson Tuftex Discover Discover was designed with no pattern match required for installation.

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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. American National Standard Specifications for Sustainable Ceramic Tiles, Glass Tiles and Tile Installation Materials.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 5, 2022

Linoleum showed very good growth in 2021,” observed Denis Darragh, vice president North America, Forbo Flooring. School and healthcare facilities are also sweet spots for ceramic tile. There are ongoing design trends influencing flooring selections, industry members say. These include VCT, linoleum and rubber.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 25, 2021

Education, retail, healthcare and multifamily housing were the first segments to show signs of recovery,” said Jim Poppens, president, Interface Americas. “We last year, resilient, ceramic and hardwood saw their shares of commercial flooring specs grow to 28.7%, 14.8% Hard surface surge continues. in 2019 to approximately 47.4%

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