CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

AUGUST 24, 2021

Ceramic Tile Distributors Association. GLEN ELLYN, IL, August 4, 2021) – Total Solutions Plus (TSP) is excited to bring the ceramic tile industry back together to network and learn from each other, in person. Exhibiting at the Tabletops is your ticket to increasing your business sales and services. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 4, 2023

What’s more, much of the production of these waterproof products is happening right here in the U.S. Made-in-America suppliers agree there are a variety of benefits to their customers, not the least of which is shorter lead times—a timely advantage given the hardship imported LVTs continue to face today.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 22, 2021

Daltile’s Defend tile line features Microban technology to attract consumers looking for healthy, clean floor products. By Megan Salzano Ceramic tile is one of only two truly aspirational product categories available in flooring today—hardwood being the other. Know your tile products and sell them. Talk about it.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 4, 2024

We like to say sustainability is built into everything we do, from operations to sales, Mapei is committed to being transparent and reducing our impacts to deliver healthy and sustainable solutions to the built environment.” Sustainability is not merely about products—it’s a guiding principle that shapes every aspect of our operations.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 24, 2022

The purpose of event is to annually bring the ceramic tile industry together to network and learn from each other. Total Solutions Plus is hosted by the Ceramic Tile Distributors Association (CTDA), the National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA), the Tile Council of North America (TCNA) and Tile Contractor’s Association of America (TCAA).

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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. Machine-Made Ceramics.

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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,

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

They don’t make the flooring products consumers buy; they provide the underlying technology that makes the floors they buy even better. This grout technology gives SPC and laminate suppliers an opportunity to compete against real ceramic,” said John Rietveldt, CEO. Hotspotproof. On top of that, this new core material is PVC free.

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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. Because lead times for special order tile vary from vendor to vendor, please contact an AC sales associate for an estimated wait-time. Up Close & Personal. Tender Loving Care.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 12, 2023

The ceramic, stone and porcelain tile category remains one of only two truly aspirational product categories within the industry, meeting the needs of the high-end market in several ways. Customization options are highly valued in the high-end market,” Paulo Pereira, vice president, national product, MSI, told Floor Covering News.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 1, 2023

I really like to see people in the booths experiencing the product. 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 And there’s business being done—that I can say for sure.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 5, 2022

Preliminary FCNews research shows the commercial flooring market totaled $6.488 billion in sales in 2021, an uptick of 6% over 2020. The coronavirus pandemic impacted all sectors of the economy last year as businesses saw supply chains interrupted, demand for products and services decline, and government-mandated closures.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 24, 2021

laminate flooring market that hadn’t occurred since 2015— the category actually grew in terms of both sales and volume. FCNews research pegged laminate flooring sales at the first point of distribution in the U.S. of total flooring sales and 5.6% By Reginald Tucker In 2020, something interesting happened in the U.S.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

—The Tile Council of North America (TCNA) released its U.S. ceramic tile consumption for 2020 would be 2.60 ceramic tile consumption for 2020 would be 2.60 billion square feet of ceramic tile arrived in the U.S., ceramic tile market significantly vs. last year. FOB factory sales were $975.9 from 3Q 2019 YTD.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MAY 31, 2016

(ALEXANDRIA, VA — MAY 20, 2016) The growth and energy at the 2016 Coverings show strengthened the show’s position as the leading international tile and stone exhibition in North America. We feel confident with the sales relationships generated by being at the show.”. The show is managed by National Trade Productions.

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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. Three educational stages. Coverings Lounge.

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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. Coverings 2022 marks the second time the event will be held live since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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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. We’ve had great traffic at the show,” said Micah Hand, director of market- ing and product management, Florida Tile. “I

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 7, 2023

It was precisely this mode of installation that made laminate flooring such a new and exciting product category when it first began appearing in retail showrooms in the U.S. It’s all about keeping pace with the attributes that end users of hard surface products demand today. market nearly 30 years ago.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

Kahny brings a deep understanding of all facets of the organization, including sales, marketing, product development and operations. Our company grew into the largest tile provider in North America because of the talent and dedication of thousands of men and women. I’m proud to lead this amazing Dal-Tile team,” Kahny said.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JANUARY 16, 2013

has appointed Gary Davis as a Sales Representative, responsible for the Southeast United States. Davis arrives with 15 years of experience with ceramic and porcelain products at EPC America, where he was a regional Sales manager. Bellavita Tile Inc. Davis stated. www.bellavitatile.com. Industry Insights'

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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 25, 2021

FCNews research shows commercial flooring revenues (including specified business as well as Main Street sales) totaled $6.134 billion last year—a falloff of 11.1% The corporate market took the biggest hit in 2020 as its share fell from 42% of sales in 2019 to approximately 38% last year. compared to 2019. Hard surface surge continues.

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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. Attendees will learn the steps involved in the design-build process for outdoor spaces and how to successfully deliver the final product to the client.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Las Vegas—They don’t manufacture or distribute any of the products that floor covering retailers sell. However, the innovation and R&D that installation system technology companies provide certainly improve the products suppliers offer to retailers. It offers the performance of ceramic tile but has the thickness of an SPC panel.

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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. This immensely speeds up installation while safeguarding the authentic look and feel of ceramic.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

NOVEMBER 13, 2013

Dave Milanowycz, Director of Sales for Florida Tile, is the 2013 Ceramic Tile Distributor’s Association Hall of Fame inductee. The convention is held jointly by the CTDA, the National Tile Contractors Association and the Tile Council of North America. HALL OF FAME INDUCTEE.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 14, 2022

In addition to Best Overall (over-$5 billion category), Mohawk’s Aladdin brand won for Main Street Commercial, and perennial tile winner Daltile claimed Group A for ceramic. Winning Best Overall in the Award of Excellence is an achievement we don’t take lightly,” said Jeff Meadows president of residential sales for Mohawk.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 17, 2023

I have been involved in the ceramic industry for over 22 years. During that time, I have acquired extensive experience and knowledge of the sector, both internationally and in North America. My top priority is to continue delivering high-quality products and services that exceed our customers’ expectations. Long-term plans?

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Tile products are an ideal fit for this demographic, and we expect that 2024 will once again confirm this trend. Furthermore, most of the supply chain obstacles have been resolved, so we don’t anticipate product availability to be a concern in the upcoming year. At the same time, we continue to add polish products into our portfolio.

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Making Tile Modern

OCTOBER 18, 2013

We are so proud that our American made, Clayhaus for modwalls ceramic tile collection has inspired people across the Country to create their own backsplash blends using any of our 24 colors. Collaborating with Clayhaus Ceramics was the perfect partnership to make it all happen! Samples available. Discounts to the trade. .

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 14, 2020

Trendy products like LVT, SPC and WPC are seizing market share from competing hard surface categories in retail outlets across the country, but that’s not the case for specialty dealers like Fred’s Flooring Services in Murfreesboro, Tenn. Overall, laminate represents about 70% of our sales,” Donnie Noland, owner, told FCNews.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

JULY 6, 2017

In this one-hour educational webinar topics covered will include: the evolution of tile from ceramics to porcelain, review the importance of proper substrate preparation, proper tools and handling techniques for super format tiles, as well as selecting the appropriate installation products.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 18, 2021

Coverings , the largest international tile and stone exhibition and conference in North America, will host a lineup of informative sessions, some offering Continuing Education Units (CEUs), for Coverings 2021. Orlando, Fla.— Materials & Trends.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 21, 2021

Luxury vinyl flooring has taken the lead when it comes to promoting waterproof or water-esistant features ; however, categories like laminate, ceramic and even hardwood have also begun to tout waterproof attributes—all in the name of luring today’s consumer to their respective product lines. Torlys CorkWood .

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Floor Covering News

JULY 24, 2020

As the resilient category continues to expand into various subsegments—LVT, WPC and SPC—flooring dealers have had to stay abreast of where each product, once installed, will truly thrive. For instance, areas with direct sunlight could benefit from an SPC product. Consider the surroundings. Listen for Main Street opportunities.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 10, 2015

We sell Miracle Poultice products that can help if you contact our sales team at sales@architecturalceramics.com. Note: for further technical information and specifications please refer to the TILE COUNCIL OF AMERICA HANDBOOK, and the DIMENSION STONE DESIGN MANUAL from the Marble Institute of America.

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