CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JUNE 2, 2015

Architectural Ceramics has been awarded “Best Of Houzz” by Houzz, the leading platform for home remodeling and design. The comprehensive tile and stone company deemed “where the architects and designers shop” by Washingtonian Magazine was chosen by the more than 16 million monthly users that comprise the Houzz community.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 27, 2024

Atlanta—Coverings, North America’s largest and preeminent international tile and stone exhibition and conference, has released a curated selection of sustainability-centric show activities to commemorate Earth Day, April 22, and celebrate the first day of Coverings 2024, taking place April 22-25 at the Georgia World Congress Center (GWCC), here.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 8, 2018

Every year, Architectural Ceramics travels to the Coverings Tile & Stone Show to discover new products, meet new industry allies, and strengthen our vendor & customer relationships. Last year, world-wide vendors came together for “the global tile and stone experience” hosted in Orlando, Florida.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

AUGUST 20, 2015

San Diego, CA – Ceramic Tile and Stone Consultants, Inc. In addition to its business services, the new CTaSC website provides many resources for companies in the tile and stone industries as well as some for consumers. Go to https://ctasc.com/category/industry-statistics/. Go to https://ctasc.com/tilewisecartoon/.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 28, 2021

—This year’s edition of Cersaie featured exuberant colors, intricate patterns and tactile surfaces, collaborations with designers like Paola Navone, Elena Salmistraro and Ferrucio Laviani and ceramic experimentation was at an all-time high, according to Ceramics of Italy. BAS RELIEF.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 23, 2021

At Coverings 2021, the largest international tile and stone exhibition in North America, Ceramics of Italy will return here to the Orange County Convention Center from July 7-9 to showcase an array of new ceramic and porcelain tile collections and installation products in the center’s North Hall. Orlando, Fla.—At – 4 p.m.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 25, 2017

While children everywhere are going back to school, let’s go back to basics and learn about ceramic tile through a few of Architectural Ceramic’s collections: Basics, London, and City Hall. Let’s learn a bit about how ceramic tile is classified. The principles used to create ceramic tile are basic.

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Tile of Spain USA

MARCH 10, 2022

Tile of Spain, the international brand representing over 110 ceramic tile manufacturers from Spain, announces its schedule of events for Coverings 2022, North American’s largest international tile and stone exhibition and conference happening next month from April 5-8, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Pavilion Special: Ceramic Trends 2022.

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Tile of Spain USA

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Tiled floors are taking over and they can be seen in more and more places: living rooms, bedrooms, terraces, stores, restaurants, offices, industrial premises and high-traffic public areas. Stone, VITACER. Why are ceramic tiles such a must? . Metropol, DECOCER. Think of any color, size, shape and finish. Millstone, LA PLATERA.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 29, 2020

The University of Ceramic Tile and Stone (UofCTS) said it has received many requests to make its online courses available at a lower cost. Understanding the Basics of Ceramic Tile. Understanding the Basics of Natural Stone. The course describes how stone is installed with all of the various installation products.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 17, 2019

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. for unglazed ceramic 10% for unglazed porcelain 8.5% for glazed ceramic and porcelain 2.7%

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 20, 2024

.— Tile of Spain manufacturers returned to Valencia, Spain earlier this month for the landmark 40th edition of Cevisama, the International Fair for Ceramic Tiles and Bathroom Furnishings. Spain continues to lead production within the European Union, with over $432 million in domestic ceramic tile sales.

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Tile of Spain USA

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

Sustainable, durable and versatile in design and use, ceramic tiles have played a vital role in architectural and interior design for thousands of years and have become a standout building material in projects around the world. Stone Slabs. Marble lovers will rejoice in ceramic series infused with onyx effects.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

Sassuolo, Italy—During this week’s Coverings Connected event, Ceramics of Italy unveiled six top design trends for the fall -winter season. Organic hues like earthy browns, golden yellows and burgundy reds are a few autumnal examples alongside tiles with natural effects like wood and stone in a warm palette. Blue-green.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 22, 2021

—Confindustria Ceramica (the Italian Association of Ceramics) and the Italian Trade Agency selected the winners of the 2021 Ceramics of Italy Tile Competition here on Wednesday, July 7 at Coverings 2021 during the Ceramics of Italy press conference. Distributor: Highstyle Stone & Tile. Commercial. Firm: Post Brothers.

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Tile of Spain USA

APRIL 2, 2019

In just one week, nearly 100 Spanish ceramic and stone manufacturers will be heading to Coverings 2019: The Global Stone & Tile Experience to showcase their latest products and innovations during North America’s premier event for the ceramic tile and natural stone industry.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MAY 20, 2016

The University of Ceramic Tile and Stone’s (UofCTS) Online. “Understanding the Basics of Ceramic Tile” Course is Updated. UofCTS also releases CTDA Certified Ceramic Tile Specialist (CCTS) Study Guide online course. The online course is called the CTDA Certified Ceramic Tile Specialist (CCTS) Study Guide.

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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

FEBRUARY 22, 2024

Atlanta—Coverings, North America’s largest and premier international tile and stone exhibition and conference, has unveiled the top tile trends for 2024 in celebration of National Tile Day, which takes place February 23.

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Architectural Ceramics

JANUARY 18, 2021

As we enter into the New Year with high hopes and big visions in our eyes, we thought it was a great time to step back and showcase some projects Architectural Ceramics has completed over the recent years, and dwell on some of our coolest projects we were so fortunate to be able to have our name attached to. Pretty cool, right?

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

What has the look of stone, does not stain and can be installed exterior in even the harshest environments? Love the green “stone” tabletops? You no longer have to worry about the wine spilling or water ring forming on your higher-maintenance REAL stone table! Our favorite was “Industry Feud”, a spin-off of Family Feud.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 13, 2017

The same could be said when considering a handmade ceramic or natural stone, because the variation in the tile’s glaze or veining may surprise you. Architectural Ceramics is here to help you know what type of range, be it subtle or extreme, to expect from ceramic, porcelain and stone; and to know how best to prepare for it.

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Tile of Spain USA

JANUARY 21, 2020

CEVISAMA 2020 is just a few short weeks away and Tile of Spain companies are preparing their latest collections that will be on display at the 38th annual International Fair for Ceramic Tiles and Bathroom Furnishings in Valencia, Spain. This year’s show will take place February 3rd to February 7th at Feria Valencia.

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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. Monday, April 18, 8:00 – 9:15a.m.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 25, 2018

Architectural Ceramic’s put together a small list of some of our large format porcelain tile collections. Take a look at a few porcelain collections, offered with Architectural Ceramics, that feature in-stock and special order options. Ancient Stone. Go big or go home. About Porcelain Tile. Aristocrat.

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Tile of Spain USA

OCTOBER 8, 2020

The Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturers Association (ASCER) has announced the six highly distinguished architects and interior designers who will serve on the jury for the 19 th annual Tile of Spain Awards. Before moving to Tokyo in 2004 to begin his career, Javier Villar studied architecture at the Barcelona School of Architecture.

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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, Tenet sessions.

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Giotile

OCTOBER 22, 2014

Considered a revolutionary in architecture and design, Ponti had his roots in the ceramics industry and remained involved in ceramics throughout his working life. Ponti was instrumental in developing Milan as center of fashion, design and architecture. And quite the working life it was. Billia lamp by Gio Ponti.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 20, 2019

Stellar handmade ceramic, Radicchio colored glaze; 4. Stellar handmade ceramic, Spice Market colored glaze; 5. Euphoria handmade ceramic, in Mystic shape, Ruby Sky colored glaze; 6. Silver Wave Marble stone field tile; 2. Metallic glazes on handmade ceramic field tile; 4. Onyx natural stone field tile.

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Tile of Spain USA

JUNE 10, 2021

Tile of Spain, the international brand representing over 120 ceramic tile manufacturers from Spain, announces its schedule of events for Coverings 2021, North American’s largest international tile and stone exhibition and conference being held July 7-9, in Orlando, Florida. Wednesday, July 7th at 11am. Room: S210C.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 30, 2024

Coverings, which spans nine miles of tile and stone from 1,000+ global exhibitors, was an opportunity for the students to experience the industry outside of the classroom. Rich and the FCEF team worked closely over the following months to coordinate transportation, registration, scheduling and an industry sponsor for the day’s events.

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Tile of Spain USA

AUGUST 30, 2018

During the annual Coverings trade show, the Coverings Installation and Design Awards (CID Awards) honor outstanding work in both design and ceramic/stone installation around the world. Eligible projects are evaluated by an independent jury made up of construction professionals and specialists in the ceramic and stone industries.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 24, 2019

The fashion industry often influences retailers; did you see our post about the 2019 PANTONE Color of the Year ? Now that Memorial Day Weekend is here, it’s time to kick off the unofficial start of summer with 5 tile collections, available with Architectural Ceramics of course, that feature white in a big way.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 2, 2013

The Tile and Stone Industry, Social Media and the Value of Pinterest. Through increased exposure via Pinterest , designers, architects, stone and tile businesses, retailers and distributors are allowed access to millions of inspiring projects and settings they would never have seen before unless they conducted specific searches.

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Tile of Spain USA

JULY 20, 2021

Spanish companies exhibit product innovations and trends during Coverings 2021, North America’s largest international tile and stone exhibition and conference. Intermatex, Corten Stone. Undefasa, Bali Stone. Vitacer, Hayden Stone. Trending highlights of the Spain Pavilion at Coverings include: Warm Tones.

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Tile of Spain USA

MARCH 19, 2014

Visitors to the Spanish Pavilion (#5021) will witness some of the most advanced ceramic tile technology and breathtaking design choices the world has to offer from nearly 70 Spanish ceramic and stone manufacturers. Guests will experience cutting-edge technology, sustainable design and diverse architectural solutions.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 15, 2017

Let’s take a look at one of Architectural Ceramic’s own in-stock products: Gears. We hope this industrial-looking water-jet mosaic gets you thinking of installing it in your own home. ” — Betty Sullivan, Architectural Ceramic’s CEO. .” About Our Gears Collection.

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