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Chinese Tariffs and their Effect on the Tile Industry

Architectural Ceramics

China has made it easy to develop quality porcelain-based subway tile and ceramic decorative wall tiles at an attractive price. Spain is probably the front runner after China for developing a tad more expensive decorative wall tile. Many Chinese factories are setting up shop in Vietnam and other Asian countries.

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Industry Disrupters 2022: Shattering the status quo

Floor Covering News

Setting new standards in manufacturing, education, sustainability. First, it continued to set the standard for those looking to safely host events with the success of its second annual Mohawk Momentum Roadshow. With the release of Signature Technology, Mohawk has reset the standard for the texture and realism of wood décors.

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Hardwood: State of the Industry 2022

Floor Covering News

According to the Decorative Hardwood Association, lumber and plywood prices increased 22.5% We’re bringing in material from Vietnam, Indonesia and Malaysia, and container rates out of those countries has been increasing. Plus, we’re checking to make sure that it’s up to the standards that we’ve set.”. We treat them fairly.