The Tile Council of North America Blog

MAY 1, 2015

Tile and Green Building: Credits and Requirements An at-a-glance guide to the credits, points, and compliance parameters applicable to ceramic tile in today's green building standards and rating systems. TCNA Green Report: Life-Cycle Cost Study Quick-reference data on various flooring options for cost per square foot over time.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JANUARY 27, 2020

So states a Bulletin from TCNA (Tile Council of North America)s. Ceramic tile contains none of the formaldehyde found in some floor coverings. In fact, formaldehyde emissions for several wood-based building and flooring products have been federally restricted since 2011 under the Formaldehyde Standards for Composite Wood Products Act.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

LG Hausys Floors introduced a new addition to its PRESTG line of premium SPC flooring products called the Artistry collection. The Artistry collection is the perfect marriage of LG’s unrivaled leadership in design, quality and manufacturing innovation,” said Carol Lee, marketing communication manager, LG Hausys Floors. “The

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The Tile Council of North America Blog

MAY 1, 2015

Tile and Green Building: Credits and Requirements An at-a-glance guide to the credits, points, and compliance parameters applicable to ceramic tile in today's green building standards and rating systems. TCNA Green Report: Life-Cycle Cost Study Quick-reference data on various flooring options for cost per square foot over time.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 29, 2022

Coverings, the premier international tile and stone exhibition and conference in North America , released the winners of the annual Rock Star Award in advance of Coverings 2022, which will take place April 5-8 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The post Coverings releases Rock Star Award winners appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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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. “We

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 19, 2023

More recently, the company was the only flooring manufacturer to be ranked among America’s Climate Leaders by USA Today. Our employees are committed to these principles as we work together to advance our sustainability leadership and bring new innovation to flooring,” Lorberbaum. Calhoun, Ga.—Mohawk

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 25, 2020

“The durability and ease of use that Fracture Ban SC provides makes it a valuable resource for contractors needing a quick anti-fracture solution without compromising quality,” said Dustin Prevete, Laticrete senior product manager. The post Laticrete releases Fracture Ban appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

He committed his team’s resources to strategically drive the Natural Stone Council through the development of the ANSI 373 Natural Stone Sustainability Standard, ultimately completed in 2013. His leadership and support early on were instrumental in helping get the standard to where it is now and where it is going in the future. “His

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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). Register here.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 2, 2012

It seems everyone is looking for ways to save time, money and resources to become more efficient in what they do. The flooring industry has been no different. This backing makes Kerlite Plus suitable not only for walls, but for floor installation as well. Luckily for designers and installers alike, a solution has evolved!

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 18, 2024

In flooring, it can be as explosive as developing completely new product formulations that offer consumers features/benefits not previously available—we’re looking at you, WPC. This year’s Floor Covering News “Industry Disrupters” 2024 issue features all manner of players that are—or are poised to—shake things up. Changing the rules.

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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

DECEMBER 21, 2023

These awards honor groundbreaking ideas and industry-changing concepts that have the potential to impact the way flooring is manufactured, promoted and sold. As the click system ensures perfect alignment of the tiles, installation of a FlinTile floor does not require any specific tools or the use of spacers.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 2, 2021

In-person flooring events have been few and far between since the COVID-19 pandemic began in March 2020. and there is no surer sign of this in the flooring industry than the return of The International Surface Event (TISE) , also known as Surfaces, the industry’s largest domestic show. Flotex Modular.

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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. The tours will begin each day at 11 a.m., between April 5-7, 2022.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 29, 2022

By Megan Salzano-Birch—Across all flooring categories suppliers are ramping up their domestic production to meet the needs of their customer base and consumers across the country. We manufacture in eight plants throughout America, and manufacture around 70% of our total volume in the U.S. floor tile); Dickson, Tenn.,

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 3, 2024

Mannington became the first corporate sponsor of and first flooring manufacturer to join Build Reuse, an organization dedicated to the recovery and reuse of building materials, plus construction workforce development programs. The post Mannington Mills publishes 2023 Values in Action report appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

MAY 14, 2015

The CUSTOM website offers resources that make selecting a quality tile installation system fast and easy. Looking for online tools to help you choose the right tile installation products? Plus, you can always call on our Technical Services for expert assistance on any type of project.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 17, 2023

Coverings 2023 will host exhibitors from more than 30 countries, displaying the most sought-after tile, stone, tools, equipment, machinery and other resources. This new addition to Coverings will provide a quiet place to meet near the show floor for tile, stone and flooring distributors. between April 18-20.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Solon, Ohio—Tarkett North America said it will be implementing a new carbon strategy that will ultimately make real changes in how the company makes its floors, reducing impact rather than offsetting it. 99% of Tarkett’s flooring solutions have low VOC emission levels, which are 10 times lower than the most stringent world standards.

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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., The show floor will also be open Friday, July 9, from 9:30 a.m. Tried and true. What’s new. to 2:30 p.m.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

MAY 14, 2015

The CUSTOM website offers resources that make specifying the right tile installation system fast and easy. 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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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

JANUARY 27, 2023

“We did not take choosing a new executive director lightly and David is more than qualified to continue to lead Install down the path of excellence in training and certification standards.” The post David Gross named INSTALL executive director appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 5, 2023

Maynard joined Mohawk’s Flooring North America segment in 2021 after two decades of Environmental, Sustainability and Governance (ESG) leadership roles at multiple manufacturing companies. The post Mohawk names Malisa Maynard chief sustainability officer appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

MAY 1, 2015

Jorge Garza celebrates his 10 th anniversary with ARDEX Americas on May 1. In 2009 Jorge’s job was expanded again, and he became the Regional Sales Manager for Latin America, which includes Mexico, Caribbean, Central America and the northern cone of South America.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 16, 2013

It’s this dedication to innovation and resourcefulness that continue to drive the success of Coverings and make it a must-attend annual event. The four-day exposition serves as a valuable resource for continuing education within all segments of the industry. The Riva Del Mar Collection by Country Floors. design standards.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 21, 2020

Las Vegas—Six manufacturers were voted best of class in the 2020 Best of Surfaces competition, a contest sponsored by Floor Covering News and Informa Exhibitions, which owns and operates The International Surface Event (TISE). The winners, announced on the show floor, are as follows: Innovation category: Raskin Industries. I NNOVATION.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Portugal also has a handful of technically-advanced and design-led producers, such Revigres, who can compete with the leading manufacturers from Italy, Spain, Turkey, or South America in many product categories and formats. We are proud to be selected by architects world-wide to cover and embellish their buildings’ walls and floors.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Portugal also has a handful of technically-advanced and design-led producers, such Revigres, who can compete with the leading manufacturers from Italy, Spain, Turkey, or South America in many product categories and formats. We are proud to be selected by architects world-wide to cover and embellish their buildings’ walls and floors.

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Building Moxie

JULY 18, 2014

See What the Experts Say There are many resources out there. Take this resource from GAF Roofing – a helpful guide, meant to educate both the pro and the homeowner alike. Sienna® Shingles are a great alternative to standard architectural shingles – and will add a touch of Old World elegance to any home. Considering a New Roof?

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 21, 2022

Cali Floors. Cali Floors has proven to be a trusted partner for retailers in the face of hardship. This strategy has worked for the brand given that it has grown substantially over the last few years—including its recent acquisition by global flooring company Victoria PLC—and continues to expand its specialty retail network.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 24, 2012

I have been very dedicated to our industry in volunteering my time over the years to help make our industry better, which has rewarded me with a lot of knowledge, and status as an expert with industry standards. I was the chairman of the Ceramic Tile Institute of America Technical Committee for many years.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 12, 2021

While flooring is still largely ruled by well-established legends and pioneers, there’s a new generation in town. Millennials are making a name for themselves in the flooring game, taking the lead on everything from marketing to retail ownership to product design. CEO/president, Nonn’s Kitchen Bath & Flooring. Jason O’Krent.

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Building Moxie

JULY 18, 2014

There are many resources out there. Take this resource from GAF Roofing – a helpful guide, meant to educate both the pro and the homeowner alike. Sienna® Shingles are a great alternative to standard architectural shingles – and will add a touch of Old World elegance to any home. Considering a New Roof? See What the Experts Say.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 18, 2022

Mirage Hardwood Floors manufactures products across four different platforms. That same rationale, he said, applies to the top Canadian hardwood flooring manufacturers. Another aspect that separates the Canadian suppliers is our grading standards, which tend to be stricter than a lot of our competitors.

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