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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. Before 2019, the duty for tile imported from China was: 8.5% for unglazed ceramic 10% for unglazed porcelain 8.5% for glazed ceramic and porcelain 2.7% Example: Take a tile that’s $3 per sf.

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Avente Tile Talk: Islamic Star Patterns in Tile Design

Tile Talk

Islamic Star Patterns in Tile Design. Iran or Central Asia, 15th Century. Dating back to as early as the 7th century the Islamic Arts have influenced an array of cultures and societies, such as the notable geometric designs in their tile work. It is the mosaics of the 15th century C.E. Tuesday, May 20, 2014. Image Credit.

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STATS: Tile sales decline, comeback looms large

Floor Covering News

Ceramic tile, which has been faced with ongoing challenges for several years now, was no exception. Continuing its downward trajectory, ceramic tile sales in 2020 experienced a low, single-digit decline in terms of overall dollar sales and similar declines in terms of volume. Ceramic tile sales in 2020 declined roughly 5%.

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Waterproof: Domestic manufacturing update

Floor Covering News

The waterproof label has transcended its rigid core roots and is now touted across a variety of flooring constructions—from SPC to tile and even hardwood and underlayment. People were waiting nine to 10 months to get a container ship out of Asia, and it really helped people realize they need a source for U.S. production.

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