Floor Covering News

APRIL 11, 2024

—Louisville Tile, a distributor of ceramic tile and related products, has promoted Tammy Henry to national director of architectural and design (A&D) sales. Henry brings a wealth of experience to her new role, having spent over 31 years with Louisville Tile.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 11, 2024

Atlanta— Tile of Spain has released its schedule of events for Coverings 2024, North America’s largest international tile and stone exhibition and conference. This year, Tile of Spain is set to host more than 60 exhibitors at the Spanish Pavilion, located in Hall B. Space is limited, click here to RSVP.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 22, 2024

Breaking into the tile business, while challenging, is a manageable endeavor for many flooring dealers. The biggest challenge for the dealer today is the shortage of skilled technicians to install ceramic tile,” explained Tony Wright, director of dealer sales, Dal-Tile.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

In its 10 th year, Boutique Design New York (BDNY) showcases trends targeted to the hospitality boutique and lifestyle market. With over 750 manufacturers, and attended by 8,000+ designers, architects, owners, developers and specifiers, the two inspiring days each November are nothing less than exciting and drool-worthy. Booth prep!

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

American Olean’s Foyer, which utilizes digital printing technology, is a striking marble-look tile designed to create a lasting impression. Digital printing may just now be making its way into the manufacturing process of some flooring categories, but for ceramic it has been changing the game for more than a decade.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 5, 2022

In lieu of Cevisama—now postponed to February 2023—Tile of Spain hosted this year’s Passport to Creativity tour, which took place in Valencia June 13-17, 2022. According to Nomdedeu, Spain continues to export its tiles to more than 180 countries around the world, with the USA accounting for 22.9% of its exports. Look and Please Touch.

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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. AC’s Basics Collection , is a simple one with a white subway tile at its core. clean, off-white color.

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Tile of Spain USA

AUGUST 13, 2020

Are you an architecture firm or design studio interested in expanding your tile expertise? Would you like to continue your education while exploring the world of Spanish architecture and design? Do you or your colleagues want to learn more about the advancements and innovations in ceramic tile production?

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Tile of Spain USA

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

Spanish tile manufactures are preparing to travel to Bologna, Italy next week to attend CERSAIE , the International Exhibition of Ceramic Tile and Bathroom Furnishings. During the six months of 2022, the Spanish tile industry has experienced a 26.8% of this year’s current sales. Current State of the Industry.

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Tile of Spain USA

FEBRUARY 8, 2019

Miami, FL February 2019 – CEVISAMA , the International Fair for Ceramic Tiles and Bathroom Furnishings, held its record breaking 37 th edition from January 28 th to February 1 st , 2019 at the Feria Valencia center in Valencia, Spain. … Continue Reading.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JANUARY 27, 2024

Occasionally at Tile Addict we like to shine a spotlight on individuals who have had a profound effect on our sector, yet remain largely unknown and unacknowledged. Today Tile Addict hopes that you find his views as fascinating and thought provoking as we do. You always have to master the production system and the sales channel.

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Architectural Ceramics

MARCH 16, 2018

Check out Architectural Ceramic’s Surge Collection, featuring a large-format ceramic tile, that mimics illuminated glass and includes bold electric colors too. a glazed ceramic, glossy finish. a glazed ceramic, glossy finish. This effect makes the ceramic tile appear to be lit from behind.

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Tile of Spain USA

MARCH 20, 2019

Designers (or homeowners) must be able to find functional solutions for everyday needs while keeping the personal touch of those who will live in the home. Spanish ceramics have a long history of doing both of those things. Spanish ceramics have a long history of doing both of those things. Aparici, Gatsby (8X8”).

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Floor Covering News

MAY 2, 2023

Emser Tile currently operates 78 branch locations around the country that are designed to service flooring dealers and their clients as needed. O nboarding a successful tile program at the retail level is no easy feat. This demand brings high value to ceramic as supply and demand still reigns supreme.”

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Tile of Spain USA

MARCH 3, 2014

Spanish ceramic tile exports grew by 8%, making them Europe’s leading ceramic tile producer – and the second largest exporter of tile worldwide. CEVISAMA , the International Ceramic Tile Fair, recently took place from February 11-14 at the Feria Valencia center in Spain. … Continue Reading.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

The past two-plus years have shown the strength of the tile industry as consumers flocked to the ceramic tile aisle for their home renovation needs in droves during the height of the pandemic. As the category continued to boom due to the pandemic, consumers looked to fill their homes with ceramic both indoors and outside.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 12, 2018

Architectural Ceramics hopes you had an enjoyable Thanksgiving surrounded by family and friends. Until then, we’re here to get you in the holiday mood with two mood boards that are spot-on with a current interior design trend: going for gold, home accents that is. A mood board featuring AC black and gold tile.

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How to Floor Tile

MAY 17, 2022

They have a large selection of Design Elements and trim available to solve many of the toughest materials to work with. The best tile shop also depends on your location, budget, and quality of material and above all, service. Smaller tile shops are usually just display stores and you have to order it and wait for it to arrive.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JANUARY 28, 2013

According to the latest Catalina Report on Ceramic Tile released by Catalina Research and Ceramic Tile and Stone Consultants (CTaSC), ceramic tile has led the recovery in U.S. floor coverings sales. During 2013, dollar and square feet sales are estimated to increase by 7.0% rising to $2.5

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

The patent specifically relates to ceramic tiles whereby the structure is formed in the glaze and in register with the printed decor. This patent will be included in Unilin Technologies’ comprehensive ceramic tile patent portfolio on digital surface texture technologies. patent application number 17/213,348.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 26, 2023

Indianapolis—Virginia Tile is expanding its operations into Indiana with the opening of a brand-new, all-in-one, full-service branch located here. Virginia Tile said it plans to have a phased opening as it brings in stock and complete different departmental areas. The construction of the building is currently underway.

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Architectural Ceramics

MARCH 18, 2019

Learn more about how the PANTONE Color of the Year is selected, this year’s color: Living Coral, and how to incorporate it into your designed interior space (which we hope includes tile from Architectural Ceramics, of course). Designers have the PANTONE Color of the Year (COTY). About the PANTONE Color Institute.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 22, 2017

While subway tile is a popular option and has it’s place, we’re here to challenge the norm. Here are a few beautiful examples of how opting for a material other than a 3″x6″ white subway tile can take your backsplash from a sweet and simple ceramic to something a bit more savory and show-stopping.

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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. Education is the fastest and easiest way to increase sales and profits!

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 23, 2020

Confindustria Ceramica, the Italian Association of Ceramics, has named Centura Tile winner of the North American Distributor Award for 2020. Each year, Confindustria Ceramica honors an exemplary North American tile distributor with the prestigious North American Distributor Award. A high-caliber corporate image.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 5, 2021

By Megan Salzano From Scandinavian minimalist design to biophilia and even the pandemic, global influences are shaping U.S. ceramic design. Whether it’s through calming colors or nature-inspired textures, ceramic styles are tapping the needs of today’s consumer to feel connected to nature, comforted and safe while at home.

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Architectural Ceramics

JANUARY 11, 2019

If you haven’t already guessed, at Architectural Ceramics, we can’t help but think of winter whites. For interior designer Mary Douglas Drysdale, the vision for her client’s master bathroom started with a classic material choice: white marble. Classic design with a modern sensibility.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 16, 2019

For Father’s Day we interviewed a new dad, our Commercial Sales Manager, David Arabe, and got his thoughts on his new role as a dad and leading our commercial sales team. Architectural Ceramics: Your clients often juggle project types like hospitality, healthcare, and corporate offices. But what about on the residential side?

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 22, 2021

Daltile’s Defend tile line features Microban technology to attract consumers looking for healthy, clean floor products. By Megan Salzano Ceramic tile is one of only two truly aspirational product categories available in flooring today—hardwood being the other. Know your tile products and sell them. So, what gives?

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

The 2019 Highland Games wrap up September 21 st , and they’ve inspired us to take a look at Scottish design. From grand castles to moody cabins on the moors – we’ve found some great interior design inspiration straight from Scotland. Scotland’s first minister prioritises design with rotating exhibition , dezeen.

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Tile of Spain USA

JUNE 24, 2022

Tile of Spain hosted a group of editors, designers and architects for this year’s Passport to Creativity tour, which took place in Valencia June 13-17, 2022. Spain continues to export its tiles to more than 180 countries around the world, with the USA accounting for 22.9% VIVES – Pop TIle Popart. of its exports.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 21, 2024

The move enables the company to elevate its flooring collections with diverse design choices and enhanced functionality, addressing the varied tastes of consumers. “With these new technologies we can provide an answer to the different design demands, from the natural and matte finishes to grout bevels that mimic ceramics.” .

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Tile of Spain USA

FEBRUARY 20, 2013

Spanish ceramic tile sector exports grew by 10%, amidst an outpouring of new tile designs, technologies and innovation. CEVISAMA , the International Ceramic Tile Fair, recently took place from February 5-8 at the Feria Valencia center in Spain. Topline Figures from Spain’s Ceramic Tile Industry in 2012.

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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. Throughout the course professional sales techniques and tactics are taught. Tile Installer Thin-set Standards (ITS) Verification.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 16, 2022

Daltile recommends a ceramic merchandising system that can help guide the consumer through the selection process more efficiently. By Megan Salzano-Birch—T he ceramic category can be a difficult nut to crack for the dealer community, but it’s one that should be embraced as the ongoing potential for record-breaking sales continues into 2022.

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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. The good news is, when it comes to tile variation, there are ways to avoid the unexpected. Ceramic & Porcelain Variation. V3 tiles are those with moderate variation.

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Architectural Ceramics

MARCH 30, 2018

With the final four games this weekend, Architectural Ceramics put together our own final four match ups, and it’s just what you’d expect: tile. ACI employees filled out tile brackets and the results are in. Download your own 2018 Tile Bracket here. Tile Stats By Type. Is glass hard to work with?

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