Floor Covering News

MARCH 21, 2022

—The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) will raffle off an original Angie Halford Ré American Flag mosaic, donated by Ron Nash, president and COO, North America, Laticrete International Inc., on Thursday, April 7, 2022, during Coverings, the Global Tile & Stone Experience, in Las Vegas, Nevada, in NTCA Booth N2862 at 3 p.m.

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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

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

Kristin Coleman, senior VP, Novitá PR, the organization that represents Ceramics of Italy in North America, said despite the cancellation of Cersaie and other design tradeshows around the world, Italian manufacturers continue to invent new designs and invest in technologies to keep expanding the versatility and value proposition of ceramics.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

event serving the floor covering industry, once again brought together buyers and sellers from around the world to see the latest floor covering products, tools, services and technologies. 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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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. The availability of so many wonderful marbles.

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JG Kitchens

MARCH 27, 2018

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. Vives Doney (floor), Vives Mosaico Necci Blanco (wall). Favoring Planks. Natucer Vintage Series. Rectified Edges Driven by Cost.

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JG Kitchens

MARCH 27, 2018

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. Vives Doney (floor), Vives Mosaico Necci Blanco (wall). Favoring Planks. Natucer Vintage Series. Rectified Edges Driven by Cost.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

JUNE 5, 2017

June 5, 2017 – ARDEX Americas is pleased to announce that ARDEX X 90 OUTDOOR™ MicroteC3 Rapid-Set, Flexible Tile and Stone Mortar is now available for purchase at ARDEX distributors throughout North America. said Russ Gaetano, ARDEX Senior Marketing Manager, Tile & Stone Installation Systems. Aliquippa, Pa.,

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Floor Covering News

JULY 15, 2021

The show floor was indeed abuzz with high-energy meetings, product demonstrations and educational opportunities. 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. While last year was extremely difficult for the U.S.

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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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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. www.mapei.com.

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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

DECEMBER 12, 2022

As the parent company of Benchwick, Northann develops and produces high-quality flooring, wall panels and decorative surfaces in the U.S. As one of the fastest growing flooring producers, Benchwick earned a solid reputation by supplying many of the industry’s well-known SPC, WPC and LVT brands on a strictly private-label basis.

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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

DECEMBER 4, 2023

T he intense level of competition in the waterproof flooring segment —particularly the LVP/SPC/rigid core category—has resulted in aggressive pricing strategies to build market share. For 2024, Bella Flooring Group also plans to launch a new waterproof PVC floor featuring EIR technology and a 20-mil wear layer.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 2, 2012

The flooring industry has been no different. This backing makes Kerlite Plus suitable not only for walls, but for floor installation as well. An added bonus of Kerlite Plus is that it can be installed over existing flooring, saving the installer time, money and the mess of tearing off and disposing of old material.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 25, 2017

This collection’s features make it an easy option to mix and match with other natural stone or porcelain tile: 3″ x 6″ field tile with coordinating bullnose and trim profiles. Grout is used to allow for this expansion and contraction. North America: In 1492, Columbus sailed the ocean blue. glossy finish.

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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. American Olean’s Rochester line blends the visuals of two popular natural stones, limestone and pulpis marble. tile market. According to Fasan, the U.S.

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Conestoga Tile Blog

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Pictured: Fiandre Precious Stones Yellow Onyx. Also known as large panel porcelain slabs or large format porcelain slabs, gauged porcelain is loved for its beauty, durability, easy maintenance, and most of all its lack of grout joints and continuous pattern throughout the tile. Pictured: Mediterranea Quantum Stone Essential Grey.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

MAY 14, 2015

If you are working with a professional architect, designer or specifier, turn to our Architects & Designers web page to: Locate tile installation products by ANSI Standard View Tile Council of North America (TCNA) Handbook details Download 3-Part CSI Specifications Use the Grout Color Selector to see our newly refreshed color palette The main (..)

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Dealers across the country can expect the new year’s product introductions to run the gamut from innovative waterproof flooring to next steps in stain-resistant carpet to anti-microbial resilient planks and everything in between. It’s an exciting time to be in the flooring industry.”. Engineered Floors.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

MAY 14, 2015

CUSTOM has a complete listing of all TCNA-endorsed methods for installing ceramic and natural stone along with CAD drawings showing the recommended products for each detail. We also offer a comprehensive CSI formatted 3-part specification for general tile, floor preparation, moisture vapor control and swimming pool installations.

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Conestoga Tile

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Pictured: Fiandre Precious Stones Yellow Onyx. Also known as large panel porcelain slabs or large format porcelain slabs, gauged porcelain is loved for its beauty, durability, easy maintenance, and most of all its lack of grout joints and continuous pattern throughout the tile. Pictured: Mediterranea Quantum Stone Essential Grey.

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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.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 5, 2021

The flooring industry was not immune to these impacts as plant shutdowns and retail showroom pauses put a crimp on product introductions. In fact, new product offerings and line extensions were robust in 2020 in what turned out to be a better-than-expected year for most flooring retailers and distributors. Bellera by Shaw Floors.

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 27, 2018

Through high-definition printing, porcelain tiles can mimic other materials like cement or natural stone that are typical of an outdoor setting. Natural Stone & Specialty Ceramic. Think about it, natural stone has been a natural choice in an outdoor application for centuries. But you don’t have to settle for the norm.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 10, 2018

They produce and export 90 percent of the region’s natural slate used for roofing or flooring. The world’s second-largest producer and exporter of slate, takes us to South America. In the kitchen, the hard angles of the cabinetry and floors are softened by round light fixtures and natural light.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 15, 2022

There’s no doubt Main Street commercial was one of the hardest hit segments in the flooring industry during the height of COVID-19, with thousands of small businesses closing their doors, some never to return. The organic, natural wood grain and stone looks create a warm and comforting environment for any desired space. Foss Floors.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 18, 2013

A soft to the touch, contemporary, rectified tile, Urban Wood enables the installer to use smaller grout joints which not only give the new tiled area a more monolithic appearance… the smaller the grout joint, the lesser the time and expense for future cleaning. All these new “Made-in-America” products pass ANSI 818.10

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

While the pandemic caused uncertainty across the board in 2020, it became clear in the year that followed that flooring would get a lift from the otherwise adverse event. by volume vs. 2020, according to the Tile Council of North America (TCNA). Supply challenges are impacting all flooring categories, including ceramic tile.

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Decorator on Demand

MARCH 11, 2011

Oh and stay tuned here is my latest.The yellowing oak is going dark.Should be done around mid April, with of course new floors, backsplash, granite countertop and new cabinet hardware, looking forward to showing you. Flooring Pro. Home Made in Middle America. Walls of Stone. Eldorado Stone. (1). floor molding. (1).

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 9, 2021

As it turns out, the flooring industry has its disrupters as well. For the flooring industry, the pandemic has caused major supply chain disruptions that impacted manufacturers and distributors and, eventually, retailers—who at times throughout 2020 were out of stock on certain products. Coming to America. Domestic Production.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 21, 2021

In the grand scheme of things, the category still held strong as the third-largest sector in flooring, representing 12.4% Tile flooring, more so than most others, requires installation by highly trained and even artisanal tradespeople. Volume also experienced a drop off, registering a 3.5% of total industry dollars in 2020 and 12.7%

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