Tile Talk

MARCH 12, 2013

Avente Tile Owner Selected to Participate in Coverings Discussion. As the founder and owner of Avente Tile, I take great pride in offering each of my clients a diverse and unique professional experience. At Coverings 2012, Bill Buyok shares tips on How a Social Media Presence Improves Retail Sales. Tuesday, March 12, 2013.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 28, 2023

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

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Granada Tile

APRIL 23, 2019

If you can dream it, it can happen with custom tile designs. Interior designers and architects alike have fallen in love with the stunning patterns, captivating colors, and unique shapes available only through custom cement tiles. Architect Frank Gehry, commissioned these custom Granada Cement Tiles for his own kitchen floor.

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Realstone

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Decorative Kitchen Tile Ideas In this guide we will give you some decorative kitchen tile ideas. Introduction to Kitchen Tile Designs The kitchen , where timeless meets contemporary, can be transformed by tiles. These tiles are typically made from ceramic , porcelain or stone. How is it made? How is it made?

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Realstone

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Decorative Kitchen Tile Ideas In this guide we will give you some decorative kitchen tile ideas. Introduction to Kitchen Tile Designs The kitchen , where timeless meets contemporary, can be transformed by tiles. These tiles are typically made from ceramic , porcelain or stone. How is it made? How is it made?

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 14, 2017

While we’re hyped up on all things red, white and blue, let’s take a look at a few of Architectural Ceramic’s tile lines that are proudly Made in the USA. “We do art on glass, I don’t consider it tile” — Allison Eden, of Allison Eden Studios. The tile fits so well into the Craftsman style.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2014

2014) – Arizona Tile is honored to have been recognized recently by several association partners within our industry. In addition, Dallas Sales Representative Kathie Ahrens attended the ARC Awards on August 16th and was pleased and honored to hear Arizona Tile mentioned several times during the awards presentation.

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Making Tile Modern

MARCH 4, 2016

Join Modwalls Tile Company This Saturday March 5th From 9am to 3pm For Our First Warehouse Sale. P.S. If you live in the SF or Monterey Bay Area’s and miss this sale, please contact us for an appointment to purchase directly at our warehouse. 800 Estates Drive Suite 1oo, Aptos, CA 95003. 831-689-9734.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Here are their thoughts: On enforcement of California AB5… “Inland freight—getting from ports to warehouses—has worsened since California AB5 has been enforced, which declares that there are no longer independent drivers. The delay from receiving goods—and what they are charging now—affects anybody pulling from California.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 23, 2023

Our mobile showrooms allowed customers to shop in a safe environment.” Ditto for Walt Carney, owner of Simplicity Floor and Tile in Anderson, Calif. Having experience on the installation side, Nelson said he understood the philosophy behind in-home sales. Nelson emphasized the difference in the sales approach for mobile sales.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 25, 2022

The Tom Duffy Company partnered with LX Hausys to distribute the company’s Hausys H-Flor Resilient Flooring line with a focus on commercially rated LVT in the California, Arizona and Nevada areas. It is available in 18 colors, including four 12 x 24 tile visuals. Manteca, Calif.—The

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 4, 2023

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. Tile While it may be overlooked due to the enormity of the resilient flooring category, tile has long been touted as a waterproof building material.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 29, 2014

CANTON, OH (July 21, 2014) – Two members of the tile industry donated tile and installation materials for three Habitat for Humanity homes in Escondido, California, in June. Daltile donated a 12×12 floor tile and LATICRETE donated thinset mortar and grout. About Tile Partners for Humanity/Mountain Re-Source Center.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

MARCH 6, 2015

Special thanks to Westside Tile and Stone for hosting a recent NTCA event! ARDEX Tile& Stone Installation Systems Sales Professional Ken Vara was asked by Westside Tile and Stone to conduct product demonstrations at his booth and on the contractor stage. Check out some photos from the event! Community Did You Know?

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Ciao Tile

NOVEMBER 6, 2012

We recently learned that Jeffrey Court would be closing its ceramic tile factory in California. Although the news was sudden and unexpected, our sales representatives are doing their best to replace any Jeffrey Court merchandising materials such as boards, catalogs, and loose samples with active lines. News and Commentary'

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 19, 2024

and from California College of the Arts with an M.F.A. Over the years this has allowed her to hold positions of the highest responsibility in all the companies in her family’s multinational group; she is now group CEO. During her career at Shorenstein she has developed, repositioned or renovated 6.8 million square feet.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

I would probably say the market’s going to be, at best, flat, maybe even a little bit down,” said Dick Quinlan, VP of sales and marketing, Wellmade. There’s still a lot of pricing mechanization going on, and as a result I think you’re going to see dollar sales will probably be down. Units might be flat. It started this entire craze.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Carpetland USA, which operates nine locations in Iowa and Illinois, expects solid sales activity for the fall selling season. I’ve been amazed that it just keeps on going,” Penny Carnino, COO of Grigsby’s Carpet, Tile & Hardwood, Tulsa, Okla., I feel the fall will provide some solid sales opportunities this year.”.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

Carrollton, Texas—Fabulous Floors has named Rick Cain—formerly vice president of sales—to president of the company. In his previous role, Cain led Fabulous Floors’ expansion efforts in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, Florida, Massachusetts, Georgia, New York, Virginia, California and Oregon.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Gilmore said exhibitors used that time wisely to schedule more appointments, which led to additional sales. We’ve been putting a strong focus on the laminate flooring category for many years now, and we’re one of the largest suppliers right now in California for waterproof laminate,” said Isaac Lee, marketing director, Eternity.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 16, 2023

of total resilient sales in 2021 and 34.8% Chris Drake, manager for Wally’s Carpet & Tile, which has two retail locations in southern California, agreed, noting that Lux Flooring has quickly become the retailer’s No. They deliver on time, they do what they say. 1 supplier. Our installers love it,” he said. “We

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2013

Tile Redi® wins new product award. Tile Redi®, world-leading manufacturer and marketer of pre-formed, one-piece shower pans and related accessories, received the award for “Surfaces 2013 Best New Product” sponsored by Floor Tends and Tile magazines. The installation was completed by Bridgewater Tile, Ltd. Mike Ward, U.S.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

NOVEMBER 3, 2016

ARDEX Sales Professional Jason Kennedy recently attended a contractor event at Bedrosians in Bakersfield, California. ARDEX tiling products were the main attraction and drew a large crowd to Jason’s table! Contact your sales professional to learn more about ARDEX products available in YOUR area: (888) 512-7339.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

It features an innovative installation system and is available in vinyl plank and vinyl tile options. For retailers, that means quick sales and happy homeowners—all backed by COREtec’s 100% waterproof, pet-proof, kid-proof promise and a limited lifetime residential warranty. Incore is 100% child and pet-friendly and 100% wet-mop safe.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 28, 2020

Rose Carpets & Flooring but ended on a high (sales) note. It was the year of the comeback for flooring retailers in 2020—a year in which dealers endured weeks of showroom shutdowns during the initial phase of COVID-19 only to bounce back stronger than ever , many producing record sales performances.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Clean looks, lighter, warmer colors, tile looks and sustainable vinyl, in particular, stole the show. “I Republic tapped the tile-look trend with the introduction of Solar Granite, a shiny marble look product, which is slip resistant and scratch resistant. That RSA wants to close the sale every time.

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Making Tile Modern

OCTOBER 18, 2013

We absolutely LOVE it when our tiles get published !! We are so proud that our American made, Clayhaus for modwalls ceramic tile collection has inspired people across the Country to create their own backsplash blends using any of our 24 colors. Shop other American Made tile here. Samples available. Discounts to the trade. .

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 18, 2023

San Diego —Some would say the main thing that makes Cali unique is its West Coast inspired designs and California lifestyle culture. We live every day in Southern California. Part of the brand’s lifestyle is outdoors and being in this California marketplace. Others might say it’s the value those products provide.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JANUARY 30, 2012

Menzies was entertained by the stunning floral tiles that surrounded her grandmother’s best room fireplace. Taylor was spending an early childhood in front of a Tiffany tile fireplace at his family’s home. The foundation has since come to be seen as the singular authority on art tile heritage in the United States.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 31, 2022

By choosing the right spec, color and technology based on past and current consumer needs and flooring trends, retailers can be confident that our programs will translate into sales.”. We offer vinyl (SPC, WPC and LVT), laminate (standard and water resistant), engineered hardwood and carpet tile.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 15, 2022

Home tour tickets are on sale now. Herringbone floor tile, large-format porcelain slabs and mosaics are presented by Emser Tile. Custom comfort mattress information classification: General creates a one-of-a-kind bed for the primary suite, and California Closets makes the primary closet a dream space.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Merkrete, a leader in high-quality tile setting materials, was among six new vendors. Asked what his goal was for the show, Mike Croes, vice president of sales, said: “We’re looking to evaluate what NFA can offer us. We’ve been growing our business rapidly and are looking to double sales again this year.”. Vendor appreciation.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Building on this success, the Shahs decided to develop and grow MSI full-time, and moved the company to Southern California. With leadership shared by sons Raj and Rup Shah, MSI was recently projected to reach sales of more than $3 billion and employ over 3,500 people worldwide.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 19, 2021

The decision was made to move to California, where it remains headquartered today. In 2008, MSI entered the man-made business with the addition of porcelain and ceramic tile flooring and quartz countertops. A lot of [tile] factories only make 12 x 24 sizes; some factories only make polished, some rectified.

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H.Winter Showroom Blog

JUNE 1, 2010

SOURCE: Florida Tile Inc. Nov 28, 2007 09:00 ET LAKELAND, FL--(Marketwire - November 28, 2007) - Always an innovator in the ceramic tile industry, Florida Tile is pleased to announce that it is the first tile manufacturer to have its products certified for low chemical emissions by the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute (GEI).

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Floor Covering News

JULY 11, 2022

Timbertop retailers like Essi Safdie, CEO of California-based Spazio LA Designs, agreed. “I Sales, merchandising tools. ’ Aside from that, we offer displays, racks and samples, and we also have tile-sized swatches available for the consumer and chain sets for retail salespeople.”.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JANUARY 16, 2012

The last few years have been among the toughest on record for the tile industry, and that fact has many companies taking stock of the recent past, and looking ahead to what will hopefully be a brighter tomorrow. The tile industry has recovered slightly since 2010, he adds. percent, and existing home sales grew by 17.8

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