Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

According to Ceramics of Italy, tile products at the show’s 40th anniversary edition were imbued with a sense of inventiveness: color and pattern were bolstered by impressive surface technologies from extra soft finishes with high slip resistance to glossy matte effects.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 4, 2024

With coordinated profiles and trim pieces to the most popular grout colors and caulks, designers, installers and homeowners now have the ability to create looks across an entire installation. Choose from a number of colors and combinations to create looks with matching profiles, grouts, sealants and more.

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Tile of Spain USA

FEBRUARY 23, 2022

In observance of this special day, we’re reveling in five upcoming themes that will shape 2022 tile design and trending looks from Spanish tile manufacturers: Color Wonder. Complementing the forthcoming shift in color preferences is the desire for a refined industrial aesthetic. Life Ceramica, Cognac. Cerlat, Omega. Stone Slabs.

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Granada Tile

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

They are available in a variety of colors and patterns, which allows you to choose the perfect look for your space. Cement tiles, also known as encaustic tiles, are made by pouring a mixture of sand, cement, color pigment, and marble powder into metal molds. They can also be used in industrial, rustic and even elegant designs.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 19, 2020

Toronto, Ontario—Torlys has launched RigidTile Firm Premier, a collection of SPC tile patterns in matte finishes with realistic painted grout lines. Crafted with character, colors Modena and Amherst have crosscut “scratched concrete” linear patterns to create an industrial look.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 4, 2017

You can’t think of Mexican tile without picturing colorful, hand-painted designs. Deep, rich colors are then painted over the white. To achieve a traditional Mexican look, consider using boldly colored tile in a large or small scale. A painted sink basin can take your powder room from bland to bold.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 4, 2023

The disposable trends work well for the paint, clothing and cosmetic industries. No one color or style reigns supreme. Inviting duality in for a balanced lifestyle is our inspiration, contrasting textures and colors. For instance, the freedom to paint cabinets a favorite color and style around them.

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Granada Tile

DECEMBER 21, 2018

In the beginning, patterned tiles in bright colors were all the rage. Bright, fun colors thrived throughout the 1950s and 1960s, and it wasn’t uncommon to see blues and reds bringing life into the kitchen. Concrete tile grew in popularity as the brighter color trends died down in the late ‘80s and early ‘90s.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 19, 2020

Here’s another fun fact about art that might blow your mind: The most expensive painting ever sold was the “Salvator Mundi” by Da Vinci, at a staggering $450 million, or the cost of around 10 Gulfstream G-450’s, dubbed “Hollywood’s Private Jet”. Paintings are just one aspect of the art realm, and art is a very subjective term to many.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 27, 2020

Painted in vantablack and symbolic of outer space’s abyss, this Olympic pavilion challenges spectators’ abilities to discern its smooth shape, edges, and contour. It demonstrates the utility that color plays in design and provides a direct line into the creativity of the designer. An Abode for Stars to Shine. The Cosmic Effect.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 2, 2013

The Tile and Stone Industry, Social Media and the Value of Pinterest. Therefore, it shouldnt be surprising that Coverings , always a step ahead of other industry-related shows, took the power of Pinterest and literally ran with it! hand painted tile. Across the Color Spectrum: Painting by Lauralee Klindt.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 24, 2012

His grandmother was a tile company employee while expecting Donato’s father, who not only would go on to a long and illustrious tile industry career, but serve as both inspiration and role model for his son’s career in tile. Often tile installers don’t have the opportunity to get formal training in the industry.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 22, 2024

A key building block of feeling inspired is to surround ourselves with the colors, styles and designs that encourage our personalities and dreams. Three 4 x 4 decorative wall tiles are offered in an array of patterns, colors and geometric designs—perfectly crafted for statement walls and backsplashes. Glazed ceramic wall tile.

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Architectural Ceramics

JANUARY 30, 2020

The tile we felt added to the industrial-Italian vibe Diesel Ribbed Oxide with its texture and color, it could be used on an accent wall to add even more dimension to the space. We felt a great compliment would be our Artem Sundaze porcelain, with lines hand-drawn by designer Lauren Liess, to help pull in the fun pops of color.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

NOVEMBER 24, 2023

In addition, low-VOC (volatile organic compounds) paints are becoming popular for their minimal environmental impact and improved indoor air quality. 4 Bold Colors and Patterns: Making a Statement Daring to be different with bold colors and patterns is a growing trend.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Lutea offers a wealth of design options and serene colors in wide planks to create a foundation for a luxuriously well-styled home. The sturdy planks are completely waterproof and the designs are colors and textures found in nature. This wide color selection allows end-users to find the ideal match for their desired aesthetic.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

Ceramic tile is by far one of the most design savvy, alluring categories in the industry. One of MSI’s retail partners, Yates Flooring in Lubbock, Texas, features tile prominently and uses a key strategy of grouping color and material to help make the sale. Don’t underestimate the power of paint,” she said. Seeing is believing.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 13, 2023

W ith the worst of the COVID-19 pandemic in our rearview mirrors—as far as much of the industry is concerned—trade show season is in full swing and has already garnered much excitement. To help the industry ease its eagerness, FCNews has rolled out The Great Reveal 2023 — a platform to provide the industry a sneak peek at the newness to come.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

DECEMBER 9, 2018

Red never goes out of style, although different tones of the color will be more popular for a while. A deep, rich red is the “it” color of the moment and we’ve got some great ideas on how you can decorate with this rich, sumptuous hue. Image: Andrea Schumacher Interiors Deep red paint ideas Red is an intense color.

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Time2Design

JANUARY 27, 2014

Headed to #KBIS2014 ~ Kitchen and Bath Industry Show. KBIS (Kitchen and Bath Industry Show) and IBS (International Buidlers Show) have joined together to create one show in one place at the same. KBIS (Kitchen and Bath Industry Show) and IBS (International Buidlers Show) have joined together to create one show in one place at the same.

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Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

MARCH 24, 2015

Metalicized, painted, scratched sheet metal effects turn this oxidized original into a bold, industrial choice for contemporary lofts and luxurious architectural spaces. Colors include: Blackmore, Bright Grey, Cornsilk, Deep Grey & Royal White in a matte finish. From Olympia Tile & Stone, 1 – 2 weeks.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Las Vegas—Against a backdrop of somewhat troubling, if not sobering, economic reports, the industry came in full force to the Mandalay Convention Center for The International Surface Event (TISE 2023) with no sentiment of impending doom. Kingston is a 12mm + 1mm IXPE pad, AC4 waterproof laminate in all the right colors at the right price.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 18, 2023

I n 2021, during the height of the pandemic, my husband and I opened our first home improvement retail store: Blue Mist Paint & Flooring in Spartanburg S.C. In fact, once I learned as much as I could about the products we sell—color, species, production, application, etc.—I I even moved onto installation.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 27, 2019

From decorative floors to graphic wallpaper, we love to have fun with pattern and color. Why not cover one accent wall with a fun pattern and color? To give a similar look, we selected one of our decorative hand-painted tiles, coming soon , designed by the lovely Lauren Liess. Want to have something easier to clean than paint?

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Making Tile Modern

MAY 11, 2016

Modwalls | Colorful Modern Tile Since 2005. Yumi Kagamihara is a designer and yoga practitioner who integrates color, design with intention, artistry and focus. I started my career in the financial industry as a programmer back in Japan. We were allowed to choose different materials, paint colors and so on.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MARCH 26, 2019

Mustard Yellow is the “It” color for 2019. Try adding a bold focal wall or add a small accent furniture piece and some accessories in the color. Hanging tapestry or textiles on the wall are an easy way to add color and pattern. Painted geometric wall patterns. Searches for geometric paint: +225%.

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Granada Tile

MARCH 10, 2020

Cement tiles are popular in just about all aspects of home renovation and even commercial and industrial design for good reason. If a manufacturer doesn’t use the right techniques and mixture, you may see such problems as varying thickness, blurry patterns, color variations, chipping, crumbling, and other issues.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

The organization queried hundreds of designers, remodelers, architects, manufacturers and dealers to discover the trends in bathroom styles, sinks and tubs, cabinets, lighting, flooring, colors and other elements. Transitional bathrooms have clean and classic lines, with painted walls and wood cabinetry,” she says.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 26, 2024

Atlanta—Coverings, North America’s preeminent event for the ceramic tile and natural stone industry, has named the winners of its 2024 Best Booth Awards. Another Best in Show award was given to SICIS, The Art Mosaic Factory (Hall B, Booth 4087), for its wide range of mosaic offerings that paint a spectrum of design possibilities.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 25, 2017

clean, off-white color. Please note that while we try to keep quantities readily available, depending on demand, Architectural Ceramics may not have all colors and sizes in stock at all times. 4 colors ranging from white to dark grey. textured surface makes the tile appear like painted brick. glossy finish. ″ x 9.5″

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How to Floor Tile

AUGUST 7, 2018

In fact, the sealing products used in the stone industry are ‘impregnators” which do not actually seal the stone, but more correctly act as a repellent rather than a sealer. Stains can be oil based, organic, metallic, biological, ink based, paint based, acid based. What color is it? What is the shape or pattern?

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Kitchen and Residential Design

JUNE 19, 2020

Photo by Georgy Rudakov on Unsplash The paint job of a historic home is one of the key components that characterize the elegant antiquity of the residence. The painting of brick exteriors is even more unique, as brick has a particular charm when it comes to home design. Generally, brick is not a material that is intended to be painted.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 30, 2019

One hallmark of traditional zen spaces is that they tend to be dominated by neutral and earthy colors, especially beiges and browns. More contemporary zen styles may veer towards white and black color schemes. Since zen is all about relaxation, the soothing tones of neutral colors typically dominate. Colorful natural textures.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 7, 2022

Sprays and drips of paint linger fortuitously behind in what is often a pleasing, albeit unplanned canvas beyond the canvas, the company said. The manufacturer’s line of domestic LVT is said to deliver the lowest embodied carbon offering in the marketplace, with carbon values that measure 45% less than the industry average.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Resilient flooring remains the top seller in the industry, and suppliers came with new innovations meant to grab even more share in 2024. Las Vegas—The resilient flooring category remains the top performer in the industry, overtaking the carpet category in dollars for the first time in 2022—by a whopping $1.3B. Why 9 inches?

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 8, 2018

Every year, Architectural Ceramics travels to the Coverings Tile & Stone Show to discover new products, meet new industry allies, and strengthen our vendor & customer relationships. The Coverings Rock Stars – an Emerging Leaders Program – honors young talent in the tile and stone industry. Colorful recycled glass tile.

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 13, 2018

From drama and romance, to action and comedy, the movie industry and AC have something for everyone. This porcelain tile made to look like hand-painted cement has a flare for the dramatic that will grab the attention of any room. AC’s Adele Collection used as a kitchen floor, in the color Soul.

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