Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 19, 2023

Classen: Ceramin Ceramin tiles are the ideal alternative to ceramic and natural stone. Engineered Floors: Gold Standard I, II and III For Engineered Floors, DW Select’s Gold Standard I, II and III PureColor HiGH-DEF series continues to impress with its quality, durability and style.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

The National Tile Contractors Association ( NTCA ) trainers will be touring nine states, offering 17 free, standards-based workshops and eight free regional trainings this year—nearly double the number provided in 2023. The content is aligned with industry standards and methods, ensuring relevance and applicability. Jackson, Miss.—The

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 22, 2023

The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) will hold an online auction for “Wally the Gator,” the 6 x 4-foot mosaic, alligator-themed mural designed and installed by Joshua Nordstrom of Tierra Tile and Lee Callewaert of Dragonfly Tile and Stone Works from April 1-30, 2023. Pendleton, S.C.—The

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Bradford Denny has joined the Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) as executive director, effective Nov. According to CTEF, he is passionate about the tile industry, the importance of proper tile installation methods and standards and serves as a respected mentor in the installation community. Orlando, Fla.—Bradford

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Floor Covering News

JULY 15, 2021

The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) created the Dan Hecox Service Award to be given out annually at Coverings. Gundlach Company as a tool sales representative. Orlando, Fla.— After a short illness, Hecox died at the age of 52 on September 21, 2020.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 25, 2022

The International Certified Flooring Installers association (CFI) offers educational programs and certifications across multiple categories such as carpet, resilient, hardwood and ceramic tile and stone. We teach them the standards, then we test them.”. In addition to its classes, CTEF also has a certification program.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Atlanta—Coverings, the preeminent event for the ceramic tile and natural stone industry in North America, has revealed a select lineup of featured educational opportunities for Coverings 2024 , which will take place April 22-25, 2024, here at the Georgia World Congress Center (GWCC).

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

CTEF, the Ceramic Tile Education Foundation, has organized an online auction to take place in October to raise funds in support of its mission, which the COVID-19 pandemic has severely threatened. Pendleton, S.C.—CTEF, The online auction takes place from Oct. 21 at noon until Oct. 26 at 10 a.m. Flooring products.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

MAY 14, 2015

Looking for online tools to help you choose the right tile installation products? The CUSTOM website offers resources that make selecting a quality tile installation system fast and easy. Plus, you can always call on our Technical Services for expert assistance on any type of project.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Coverings , the preeminent event for the ceramic tile and natural stone industry in North America, has released a lineup of featured conference sessions for Coverings 2022. Arlington, Va.— The session will also analyze some of the challenges and critical points in the design and installation of exterior tile veneers.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

MAY 14, 2015

Looking for online tools to help you write the 09 30 00 tile spec for a warranted installation of tile products? CUSTOM has a complete listing of all TCNA-endorsed methods for installing ceramic and natural stone along with CAD drawings showing the recommended products for each detail.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 25, 2019

Ceramic floor tile first started to appear in medieval England in the thirteenth century. As time progressed and the tile manufacturing became more standardized and abundant, tiles became more available to the rising merchant class. Quick History of Tile in Medieval England. The famous Tring Tiles , located at the British Museum.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

APRIL 4, 2017

As with any website, WhyTile.Com will constantly evolve and provide a means for our audiences to derive inspiration and access planning resources – we want this to be both engaging and a helpful tool,” says Kathy Meyer, Marketing Director, TCNA. © 2017 Ceramic Tile Distributors Association. About TCNA. 864) 646-8453. 800 Roosevelt Rd.,

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How to Floor Tile

MAY 30, 2019

Trim is needed for outside edges and around corners and niches in order to cover the cut tile be it porcelain or ceramic. Some mosaic has 4 or 5 different materials in it and have to know what happens to each when exposed to hard rock cutting tools. Mosaic is not tile in the standard sense and there are many reasons for that.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 21, 2023

LVT/Rigid core Unilin FlinTile FlinTile locking technology offers a click rigid floor (SPC) with an authentic ceramic look that is easy to install and 100% waterproof due to grouted joints. FlinTile addressees the most important downsides of ceramic tiles offering easy installation, lightweight tiles and s trong impact resistance.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 6, 2022

It’s important for exterior installations to be protected from the [prospect] of efflorescence,” said Ian O’Connor, product manager, grout, care and tools, Custom Building Products. Prism Ultimate Performance, a latex-polymer modified, calcium aluminate cement-based formula, aims to set a new standard in cement-based grout technology.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 9, 2021

Floor covering dealers across the coun­try continued to request copies long after the publication hit the streets, citing the guide as an optimal training tool for new salespeople as well as a refresher for existing sales associates. It’s all about giving you the tools you need to help seal the deal. Getting to know your LVPs.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 26, 2022

All educational content is being planned to provide show-goers with information, knowledge, techniques and skills, enabling attendees to position ceramic tile and stone as the material of choice over other materials. The exhibit will showcase current and historical tile projects that are a testament to ceramic tile’s durability and beauty.

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Ceramics of Italy

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Aimed at a wide readership of architects, designers, planners and business partners as well as inquisitive consumers, Ideal Standard ’s new magazine entitled Together investigates industry trends and features in-depth articles and exclusive interviews with key international figures in the worlds of architecture, design and lifestyle.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

Ceramica Gomez (Booth 4939), Zante: Zante introduces textures and reliefs which turn ceramic tile into works of art, spanning weathered, high-gloss, volumetric, rugged and embossed finishes. Metropolitan Ceramics (Booth 3025), METROBRICK®: The METROBRICK Fast Ship offering features six new blends added to the product line for 2019.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 1, 2021

Inspired by mosaic artisan techniques, Geome features a geometric pattern with subtle color shifts, while Oxidize has an anodized metal look, similar to glazed ceramic. Reflecting Patcraft’s commitment to sustainable design, the Reverse collection uses a carefully curated selection of materials to raise the bar on material health standards.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 24, 2012

One-on-One with Donato Pompo, Ceramic Tile and Stone Consultants. Most importantly, he is the founder of San Diego-based Ceramic Tile and Stone Consultants, and the University of Tile and Stone, a pre-eminent provider of education to industry employees and customers. Jeffrey Steele. TD: What did you learn from your father’s experience?

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

AUGUST 13, 2013

standard and ISO 13007 Classification C1T. standard and ISO 13007 Classification C2ES2P2. From September 23rd to 27th, the Spanish ceramic industry gathers in Bologna, creating the. When mixed with water, Kerabond T acts as a medium-bed mortar meeting the ANSI A118.1 largest foreign participation in the international fair.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 17, 2023

Coverings 2023 will host exhibitors from more than 30 countries, displaying the most sought-after tile, stone, tools, equipment, machinery and other resources. New to Coverings 2023 is the Distributor Lounge, sponsored by the Ceramic Tile Distributors Association (CTDA). The tours will kick off each day at 11 a.m., between April 18-20.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MARCH 23, 2016

During the course the National Tile Contractors Association will provide instruction on installation techniques, methods, and standards. Coverings is the largest and most important ceramic tile and natural stone trade fair and expo in the United States. LinkedIn: linkedin.com/groups?mostPopular=&gid=1693367. About Coverings.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MARCH 4, 2016

During the course the National Tile Contractors Association will provide instruction on installation techniques, methods, and standards. Coverings is the largest and most important ceramic tile and natural stone trade fair and expo in the United States. LinkedIn: linkedin.com/groups?mostPopular=&gid=1693367. About Coverings.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JANUARY 2, 2013

According to Ceramic Tile and Stone Consultants Inc.‘s s Donato Pompo, citing findings from Catalina Research, ceramic tile is leading the floor covering sales recovery, as tile manufacturers leverage the rebound in existing home sales and housing starts. ceramic tile sales are estimated to have grown by 9% in dollars and 9.2%

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Tile Talk

MARCH 19, 2013

Our hands have always been our best tools, but when things need to be made in massive amounts, then machinery can play an important role in helping to meet the demands of impeding deadlines. There are four textures in this combination: Travertine, Luna, Limestone and Standard (smooth). ceramic tile. design standards.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2012

According to Ceramic Tile and Stone Consultants Inc.‘s s Donato Pompo, citing findings from Catalina Research, the primary source for ceramic tile industry data, ceramic tile is leading the floor covering sales recovery, as tile manufacturers leverage the rebound in existing home sales and housing starts. percent in square feet.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

MAY 21, 2018

Perhaps the most retro design to date from the Colorker Group’s hugely impressive ZYX brand ( [link] ), these tiles offer a trip back in time … while at the same time reinventing a great icons of ceramic design – one that is redolent of urban Paris and London at the turn of the 20th century.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

Some anti-slip flooring options include vinyl, ceramic tiles, and even bamboo. To meet Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accessibility standards, doorways should be at least 36 inches wide. In these cases, stairlifts are a great tool. And these tools become even more critical for older adults. Keeping the home secure.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

event serving the floor covering industry, once again brought together buyers and sellers from around the world to see the latest floor covering products, tools, services and technologies. ceramic tile. design standards. Architectural Ceramics: Tile+Mosaic. Surfaces, the largest U.S. I would love to hear your comments!

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 22, 2021

There are specifications that are standard, but they’re very hard for a consumer to understand. Ann Wicander, president, WE Cork , noted that ceramic tile and hardwoods, while they may look good, are very noisy. It allows contractors to pour the floor and leave with little to no need for finishing tools. Ardex K40 Rapid.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

JULY 13, 2016

The biggest challenge we see on jobsites today is a result of the move away from an 8" x 8" or 12" x 12" tile, to 12" x 24" being the standard and tiles up to 48" being common. As an installer, it is your job to understand the client’s needs and the public safety standards. What is the biggest challenge you encounter in the field?

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

JULY 13, 2016

The biggest challenge we see on jobsites today is a result of the move away from an 8" x 8" or 12" x 12" tile, to 12" x 24" being the standard and tiles up to 48" being common. As an installer, it is your job to understand the client’s needs and the public safety standards. What is the biggest challenge you encounter in the field?

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Bruce (AHF): Comfortstone AHF Products’ Bruce brand recently introduced its Comfortstone engineered stone tile, featuring the look of natural stone and ceramic. Like stone and ceramic, Comfortstone is incredibly beautiful and durable, but is also designed to be warmer to the touch and more comfortable underfoot versus traditional tile.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 9, 2021

Disruptive brands are the ones that set the standard for everyone else to strive to emulate. What has changed, however, is its strategy—and the arsenal of new tools the company is building to accomplish it with. I4F/Hymmen digital printing on ceramic. Challenging the industry to go bigger.

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