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NTCA unveils training event schedule for September

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The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) has announced a robust fall training schedule, beginning with 13, three-hour workshops; four full-day regional training events; and a pair of two-day Art Glass Panel training events in September. ”; and “Tile Technology: Adhesives, Trowels and Lippage.”

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California carpet recycling hike takes effect

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In a move that was panned by some flooring retailers, California consumers began paying as much as 36% more for carpet on Jan. 1, 2024, as part of a California recycling statute. Carpet tile with greater than or equal to 10% post-consumer carpet rises from $0.71 per square yard, up 21%. per square yard, a 37% increase.

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CARE carpet charges increase in California

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Dalton—Differential assessments currently charged on all carpet sold in California are expected to increase on Jan. California law requires CARE, as the carpet stewardship organization for the state, to implement a differential assessment on each square yard of carpet sold that reflects its cost burden to recycle.

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King Tile & Construction begins U.S. expansion

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King Tile & Construction of Toronto, Ontario, Canada, has formally begun expansion into the U.S. Founded in 2015, King Tile is one of the oldest firms in North America exclusively focused on the fabrication and installation of porcelain slabs in both residential and commercial applications. Raleigh, N.C.—King

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CTEF receives donation in memory of Steve Slutzah

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The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) has accepted a donation from Artistic Tile Inc., in memory of Steve Slutzah, Westside Tile and Stone, Inc., to support the Certified Tile Installer (CTI) program and Advanced Certifications for Tile Installers (ACT). Thank you, Artistic Tile, Joshua Levinson and NTCA.”

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Take it to the Capitol: Issues retailers want tackled now

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Of course, there are many issues of specific concern to the flooring industry. To that end, Floor Covering News asked several prominent retailers to identify the issues that are important to them and how they would like Congress to address it. Lauren Voit , Great Western Flooring Immigration and the open border are of major concern.

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CARE to increase carpet differential assessment

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Dalton—CalRecycle directed the California Carpet Stewardship Program (CARE) to increase the carpet differential assessment effective April 1, 2023. Carpet tile with greater than or equal to 10% post-consumer carpet rises to $0.71/square Carpet tile with less than 10% post-consumer carpet rises to $0.73/square