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Portobello America kicks off production at new Tennesee factory

Floor Covering News

—Globally recognized for its design and innovation practices throughout the coverings market, Portobello Grupo has officially kicked off production activities at the new Portobello America plant , located here. Portobello America has already generated over 200 local jobs and will be a growth- driving force for the group.

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Portobello debuts new collection at Coverings 2022

Floor Covering News

São Paulo—Portobello, a world leader in the ceramic tile industry, said it will be presenting products, accentuating its focus on the North American marketplace and updating all attendees information regarding construction of its upcoming new state-of-the-art factory in the United States during Coverings 2022.

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Chinese Tariffs and their Effect on the Tile Industry

Architectural Ceramics

Many people have asked us about how the newly implemented Chinese tariffs will affect the tile and flooring industry. Keep in mind most importers, like Architectural Ceramics, imported excess stock to get through this transition. Before 2019, the duty for tile imported from China was: 8.5% for glazed ceramic and porcelain 2.7%

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Medieval Flooring & Encaustic Tile

Architectural Ceramics

The image above shows the tiled floor of Winchester Cathedral , which boasts the largest area of original medieval tiles in the United Kingdom! Quick History of Tile in Medieval England. Ceramic floor tile first started to appear in medieval England in the thirteenth century. You are standing in a room.

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Tapping the high-end market with tile and stone

Floor Covering News

The high-end tile market carries much potential for savvy flooring dealers. 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.

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Louisville Tile acquires American Olean Midwest

Floor Covering News

Louisville Tile, a leading distributor of ceramic, porcelain and natural stone tile, has acquired American Olean Midwest, a highly respected tile supplier and distributor. The acquisition represents a significant milestone for Louisville Tile. Louisville, Ky.—Louisville

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Why We Support the Tile Council of North America

Conestoga Tile

Source: Tcnatile.com At Conestoga Tile, we are proud to be members of the Tile Council of North America. Since 1945, they have been working to expand the tile market within the United States. We’ll be happy to answer your questions and help you choose the best tile flooring for your home.