Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 17, 2019

Many people have asked us about how the newly implemented Chinese tariffs will affect the tile and flooring industry. Keep in mind most importers, like Architectural Ceramics, imported excess stock to get through this transition. Before 2019, the duty for tile imported from China was: 8.5% for glazed ceramic and porcelain 2.7%

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China Industry Tile Porcelain 184

Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Resilient SPC vinyl plank and vinyl tile continue to represent excellent growth opportunities for 2024. LVT will continue to grow share in the resilient category, but economic concerns such as interest rates, consumer confidence, labor issues and tighter lending standards can and will have an impact on the overall flooring market.

Flooring 45

Flooring Vietnam Mexico Products 45

Floor Covering News

MARCH 18, 2024

The segment posted astronomical gains year over year, beating out every other flooring category in terms of growth and stole share from carpet, hardwood, ceramic and laminate. The manufacturers informed the dealers that they were moving to standard payment terms of net 30 days for all products. It now ranks as the No. 2 distributor.

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Industry Russia Ukraine Software 81

Floor Covering News

MARCH 21, 2022

First up is True Grout for SPC/rigid core tiles and planks. The innovation allows the creation of a middle grout line that mimics two tiles in one. What’s more, this increased resilience was designed to outperform both v-groove and traditional ceramic grout applications in terms of wear and tear. Mohawk Industries.

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Industry Training Strategy System 76