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Stats 2023: Laminate resurgence drives sales higher

Floor Covering News

laminate flooring category generated in late 2020 and throughout 2021 continued to positively impact segment sales in 2022. laminate flooring market generated approximately $1.382 billion in sales last year at the first point of sale—an uptick of 6% over the year prior. of sales—in keeping with the percentage from 2021.

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The Natural Stone Institute announces 2023 award recipients

Floor Covering News

Oberlin, Ohio—The Natural Stone Institute (NSI) has named the winners of its three award programs for 2023. The Shahs soon realized that natural stone for residential and commercial usage had even higher market potential and redirected their efforts toward developing this sector of the industry. To learn more, visit here.

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Unilin, Barberan tout digital printing capabilities

Floor Covering News

Unilin says digital printing has the potential to revolutionize the flooring industry by enabling manufacturers to create unique and personalized designs while maintaining cost-effectiveness. Digital printing yields the most realistic representation of the product it seeks to emulate, whether that be hardwood or natural stone.

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Rigid core reigns with a focus on innovation

Floor Covering News

Suppliers across the show floor showed off their version of PVC-free, recyclable or eco-friendly rigid core options designed to intrigue today’s “Earth-conscious” consumers. The company made its foray into the eco-friendly field with its Stone + Wood line, a PVC-free hybrid touting waterproof capabilities and enhances scratch resistance.

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Best in Show: Highlights from the Top International Design Week Events

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Image: Shore Rugs The top design shows for 2016 have come and gone, leaving those in the home design business with plenty of inspiration. Here are some of the best in show products featured at the top international design events this year. The inspiration behind their design choices is a tropical summer. No two are alike!

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Back to Basics: AC’s Ceramic Tile Collections

Architectural Ceramics

This collection’s features make it an easy option to mix and match with other natural stone or porcelain tile: 3″ x 6″ field tile with coordinating bullnose and trim profiles. Eastern Asia: While China may not be known for it’s tile work, decorative ceramics reign from this area. clean, off-white color.

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Ceramic: Producers push innovation as consumption falls

Floor Covering News

Many ceramic leaders agree that by the end of 2019 the category will have remained flat or declined by approximately 3% in both volume and dollar sales. Raj Shah, president, MSI, noted a slowdown in new home sales as well. Imports of ceramic tile from China were valued at an estimated $481.3 Commerce Department.