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Chinese Tariffs and their Effect on the Tile Industry

Architectural Ceramics

Many people have asked us about how the newly implemented Chinese tariffs will affect the tile and flooring industry. Retailers and product-based companies in many consumer categories are affected by the new tariffs and countervailing charges implemented on goods from China. Before 2019, the duty for tile imported from China was: 8.5%

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How To Choose Your Tile Material

The London Tile Co.

Durable – historic tiles from Egypt and China have shown us that ceramic is long lasting. It is important when choosing a ceramic tile that it is fit for purpose, for example some ceramic tiles are not suitable for use on floors. Extremely hardwearing – perfect for use on high traffic floors. Great for everyday use.

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Decorator On Demand: Decorating For China

Decorator on Demand

Decorating For China. I recently got a long distance client, and in long distance I mean Bejing, China of all places. Labels: Bejing , China , corporate lobby , interior design. Decorating For China. #1 floor molding. (1). flooring tiles. (1). glass mosaics. (1). Input Form. Friday, February 25, 2011.

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Industry awards, donations and more

CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

Simulating semiprecious stone, Ceracasa’s Absolute collection achieves a high gloss polished finish on porcelain tile with six high gloss floor and wall tile colors that bring luminosity to any space. LATICRETE was specified for its products and expertise in a magnificent water feature project at Three Gorges Mansion in Chendu, China.

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Waterproof: Domestic manufacturing update

Floor Covering News

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. Vinyl, hardwood, laminate Luxury vinyl flooring and all its iterations remains one of the hottest categories to date with growth outpacing all other categories.

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Made in USA: Manufacturers ramp up domestic production

Floor Covering News

By Megan Salzano-Birch—Across all flooring categories suppliers are ramping up their domestic production to meet the needs of their customer base and consumers across the country. One hundred percent of our solid wood flooring has been—and still is—made right here in the U.S. quarry tile); Sunnyvale, Texas (floor tile); Muskogee, Okla.,

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Avente Tile Talk: Step Up to Spanish Tile | September 2012

Tile Talk

The centuries-old technique is believed to have originated in 9th century Mesopotamia with the desire to imitate the white porcelain wares coming from China. The 1" dots, used as an accent to a floor inset, are a fitting complement to a backsplash consisting of 6"x6" tiles of the same design. floor tile. Margaret Almon Mosaics.

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