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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Conestoga Tile

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Always the pioneers in ceramic technology, they have once again developed a porcelain tile that is sure to change the interior and exterior ambiance of the world’s architectural structures. If you haven’t learned about gauged porcelain slabs yet, please read on. 2cm thick qauged porcelain slab for countertops.

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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. Orlando, Fla.—During Other demonstrations include: Tuesday, 10 a.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. This seems to be a truism in most global marketplaces but certainly is the case in North America where design and architecture features so much of the native timber. Natucer Vintage Series. Rectified Edges Driven by Cost.

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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. This seems to be a truism in most global marketplaces but certainly is the case in North America where design and architecture features so much of the native timber. Natucer Vintage Series. Rectified Edges Driven by Cost.

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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. The mosaic art gallery featured unique, museum-quality creations using Laticrete’s SpectraLock Grout Dazzle.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 13, 2023

Coverings’ three primary pavilions and sponsors of the show, Ceramics of Italy, Tile Council of North America (TCNA) and Tile of Spain, will feature a robust showcase of the newest and most innovative tile, stone and installation products. As the No. Habana , a new collection from CEVICA S.L.,

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 6, 2020

Good Design covers new consumer products, graphics and packaging designed and manufactured in Europe, Asia, Africa and North and South America. Alterna Plank with Diamond 10 technology captures the natural beauty of stone, ceramic or porcelain, while retaining warmth, absorbing sound and feeling more forgiving to your feet.

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The Tile Council of North America Blog

JANUARY 29, 2014

Installation of Ceramic Tile in the Wet-Set Method, with Portland Cement Mortar – 2013 [Revised] Status: The publication available for purchase through TCNA and ANSI is current. There is an open PINS on this standard because a group of technical experts is working on possible revisions to section 3.6 Metal lathe or approved alternate).

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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

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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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. This mortar sets quickly, allowing grouting in three to four hours. New Rapid-Setting Mortar from MAPEI. www.nsfsustainability.org.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 29, 2014

Daltile donated a 12×12 floor tile and LATICRETE donated thinset mortar and grout. The donors included members of longtime TPFH supporters Tile Council of North America, Ceramic Tile Distributors Association and National Tile Contractors Association. TPFH coordinated the donations on behalf of Habitat in San Diego County.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

Daltile’s new Defend is a distinct product line of high-performance ceramic tile featuring Microban technology, which will not wash off or wear away. ceramic tile consumption rose 23.7% by volume vs. 2020, according to the Tile Council of North America (TCNA). billion square feet of ceramic tile, up 34.8% imported 1.10

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 27, 2018

Check out a few Architectural Ceramics tile collections, suitable for outdoor use, that have you covered under foot and under water. From porcelain to specialty ceramic, here are how a few materials compare in an exterior application: Porcelain & Glass. Natural Stone & Specialty Ceramic.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Commercially rated HDPC waterproof vinyl tile features high-definition visuals, grout-look edges with embossed texture, which are said to rival the look of ceramic tile and natural stone. Repel hardwood is a made-in-America product. HDPC waterproof vinyl tile. It is Green Guard Gold certified for indoor air quality.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 24, 2012

One-on-One with Donato Pompo, Ceramic Tile and Stone Consultants. Most importantly, he is the founder of San Diego-based Ceramic Tile and Stone Consultants, and the University of Tile and Stone, a pre-eminent provider of education to industry employees and customers. Jeffrey Steele. TD: What did you learn from your father’s experience?

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Floor Covering News

MAY 5, 2021

Tom Garvey, Garvey’s Flooring America, Northumberland, Pa. About the product: In fall 2020, Karndean Designflooring added 17 stones to the Korlok Select line, offering original visuals in a quicker and easier-to-install alternative to ceramic and porcelain tile. Tom Garvey, Garvey’s Flooring America, Northumberland, Pa.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 21, 2021

Ceramic tile, which has been faced with ongoing challenges for several years now, was no exception. Continuing its downward trajectory, ceramic tile sales in 2020 experienced a low, single-digit decline in terms of overall dollar sales and similar declines in terms of volume. Ceramic tile sales in 2020 declined roughly 5%.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 9, 2021

Coming to America. Whether it’s the uncertainty with tariffs, supply chain issues or a desire to target the American consumer, several flooring manufacturers are coming to America to start domestic production of LVT and hardwood flooring. RevoTile is genuine porcelain tile offered in 26 marble, wood, stone and concrete looks.

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