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Ceramic: State of the Industry 2022

Floor Covering News

In 2021, ceramic finally saw some relief as the category registered gains for the first time in two years. ceramic tile consumption was down 2% by volume throughout the second quarter of 2022 versus the same time last year. ceramic tile consumption at 2.11 The challenges, though, of training are not limited to the tile industry.

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Employee Spotlight: Corporate Trainer Rachelle Bishop

Architectural Ceramics

AC: Tell us a bit of background about yourself, how did you come into your current role with Architectural Ceramics? After my husband and I moved to the DC area in 2011, I found Architectural Ceramics. From that, we all discovered that I have a knack for training, and that is when I realized what I am passionate about.

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Ceramic: Category reaps benefits of booming housing market

Floor Covering News

Daltile’s new Defend is a distinct product line of high-performance ceramic tile featuring Microban technology, which will not wash off or wear away. ceramic tile consumption rose 23.7% billion square feet of ceramic tile, up 34.8% Ceramic residential sales in the U.S. In addition, through Q2 2021, the U.S. imported 1.10

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Breaking into tile without breaking the bank

Floor Covering News

It’s hard to dispute the visual prowess of the ceramic category—it is only limited in design by the user’s imagination—and suppliers agree it should be top of mind for dealers looking to break into the category. These product advantages create elevated demand from consumers seeking ceramic among the dizzying array of flooring options.

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Ceramic: The pros and cons of natural stone

Floor Covering News

Mosaic floors and backsplashes are hugely popular today. Regardless, education and sales training are imperative in order to communicate the story of natural stone.” – Villanueva-Heras, vice president of marketing, Emser. The post Ceramic: The pros and cons of natural stone appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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Subtle Seaside Style: Tile Inspiration & Collections With a Soft Touch

Architectural Ceramics

Architectural Ceramics is at it again, this time with a focus on sea shells and mother of pearl as inspiration. Pictured above, the Vihara Collection was used as a backsplash. A show-stopper, here our rivershell oval white mosaic was used as a backsplash for the 2012 DC Show House. The beach is calling.

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2015 Kitchen and Bathroom Design Trends

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

One of the kitchen trends this year will be to add more color and liveliness with cheerful backsplashes, lighting and appliances. Mosaics will be popular for backsplash design, providing beautiful, eye-catching details that add elegance to an otherwise ordinary kitchen. Arizona Tile Links Custom Backsplash. About Arizona Tile.

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