Floor Covering News

MARCH 3, 2023

A mid higher consumer expectations and rising industry standards, flooring adhesives manufacturers have rolled out innovative enhancements and even brand-new iterations to boost performance and ease of use. Following is an overview of some of the latest flooring adhesives hitting the market.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

It’s currently available as a wall tile in three styles—Pyramid White, Wave Black and Stries Calacata—and a floor tile in six colors and two sizes. What’s more, the new line is designed for outdoor and wet areas. “It’s perfect for wayfinding or illuminating around a pool,” said Kathy Green, director of brand strategy and communications.

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Ceramics of Italy

JANUARY 11, 2022

In a further demonstration of its commitment to human beings and the environment, Ceramiche Keope has gained WELL Building Standard V2 ® certification. WELL Building Standard V2 ® is the latest and most rigorous version. This certifies that Keope porcelain floor and wall tiles contribute to the health and wellness of living spaces.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 30, 2024

—With new wood- and stone-inspired looks for its high-end Art Select collection, Karndean Designflooring aims to set the standard for premium luxury vinyl flooring. With the launch of the new designs in May 2024, Art Select will feature more than 45 wood and stone looks in a broad spectrum of tones.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 8, 2024

A blend of post-consumer tire rubber, post-industrial vibrant EPDM chips and low VOC binder, Upscale is available in two standard sizes: 4mm x 8 x 36 and 4mm x 12 x 24. This new line of flooring offers designers and architects an innovative alternative to terrazzo, ceramic tile and luxury vinyl tile and plank.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Offering a unique combination of design versatility, easy installation and high-end performance, Karndean LooseLay aims to set the standard for commercial LVT. Engineered and manufactured for installation as a floating floor, the product also can be glued down if a project requires.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

T he waterproof flooring story isn’t just about the latest rigid core/SPC offerings hitting the market. FCNews research showed resilient flooring was up 21.3% FCNews research showed resilient flooring was up 21.3% Improved dimensional stability is a hallmark of Axiscor’s Pro, Prime and Trio collections of SPC flooring.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

It seems like every supplier of flooring has jumped on the waterproof bandwagon to reap the benefits of the industry’s fastest growing category—and for good reason. Dealers across the country report that “waterproof flooring,” when positioned correctly , draws in more consumers than any other tagline in today’s market. Lions Floor.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 17, 2023

W aterproof flooring has flooded the marketplace for several years now—and for good reason. Whether it be via messy children, wayward pets or particularly raucous game nights, today’s flooring consumer is looking to protect their “fifth wall” investments with vigor. Following is a curated sample of some of those options.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

Solon, Ohio—Tarkett North America introduced Discovery, a new collection designed to aid architects, designers and facility managers in creating inspiring education spaces for every learner. Our designers explored the neurodivergent spectrum and what it means to educate the whole child.

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Granada Tile

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Granada tile caters to the needs of top architects, decorators, and interior designers who have found the Olvera Collection to be their choice for 2023. Granada Tile specializes in designing and creating handmade cement tiles for residential and commercial projects. Granada tiles are here for all your design needs.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

Before the weather gets cold or you complete your next tile project, consider using in-floor heating as a way to keep your toes warm during these next few months. Because of our vendor partnerships with Laticrete and Schluter, AC offers multiple types of in-floor heating options. Strata Heat, is our in-stock, in-floor heating option.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

Solon, Ohio—Tarkett is adding 28 new designs to its FiberFloor residential luxury sheet vinyl flooring, giving homeowners access to the latest design trends in products that surpass the industry’s most stringent health and safety standards, the company said. Its newest designs include Roca, a classic marble.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 12, 2020

The Flooring Markets will be taking place in early 2021 with new safety measures put into place as part of its Safe-Visit Initiative. The first hour of both market days will be designated for at-risk attendees. Sanitation stations will be located in key areas around the market floor. Marietta, Ga.—The

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 19, 2022

It was the right time for a refresh,” said Marie Moore, design manager for Kinetex and LVT. Designers can rely on Classics II for all the tried-and-true standards that J+J LVT is known for. The post J+J Flooring introduces Classics II appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 5, 2022

Preliminary FCNews research shows the commercial flooring market totaled $6.488 billion in sales in 2021, an uptick of 6% over 2020. Some major commercial flooring sectors, such as education, retail and healthcare, recovered faster than others, according to published reports. Resilient represents approximately 57.5%

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

By Heidi Steele—With a dizzying array of flooring alternatives today, selecting appropriate finish materials intelligibly is more important than ever. Flooring trends are constantly evolving, waxing and waning in looks and demand as each season passes. What’s driving a return to these classic floors is their obvious enduring beauty.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 28, 2021

By Reginald Tucker Floor Covering News , with the launch of The Great Reveal, is providing manufacturers with creative ways to get their new flooring products in front of specialty retailers around the country so they may be better prepared to present consumers with new products, colors and designs to help them complete their renovation projects.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 4, 2024

—Mapei Corporation and Mohawk Industries’ Daltile/Mohawk Group businesses have signed as headline sponsors of the Flooring Sustainability Summit , taking place here July 17-18. Mapei is proud to be a headline sponsor for the first Flooring Sustainability Summit,” said Brittany Storm, the company’s sustainability manager. “At

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 19, 2023

I nnovation is at the heart of product development for flooring manufacturers. Fortunately, this year’s “must-have” product introductions serve as a compilation of in-demand and innovative soft and hard surface flooring. As a result, Dundee solid oak floors provide strong resistance to everyday dirt and wear.

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Tile of Spain USA

JANUARY 5, 2023

Receiving top honors in the architectural category of the 2022 Tile of Spain Awards , this set of 19 residential units designed by Ripoll-Tizón , offers residents a unique Mediterranean living experience. Ceramic (porcelain stoneware) is also used inside the homes, both for flooring and for covering wet areas.

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Garden State Tile Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

As many business owners and commercial contractors know too well, certain industries have particularly strict commercial flooring standards for the health and safety of the building’s occupants. Tile promotes healthy air quality as it does not trap allergens like dust, pet hair, or pollen.

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As The Tile Turns

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Experimenting with interior design trends is exciting, but it can also be risky. You can always ditch a hat or a pair of shoes if you make a bad choice at the store, but with household design, the potential for permanence limits your options. So many opt for t hese 'safe' designs to the point that they lack personality.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 10, 2022

The popularity of bamboo and cork flooring remains strong despite the intense competition from the deluge of LVP/SPC products. That benefit speaks to many consumers who are wanting to shop and design more responsibly. However, despite all these positive attributes , bamboo and cork flooring products cannot sell themselves.

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Tile Talk

NOVEMBER 27, 2012

Creative floor tiling. Its a bit of a story to this tile project as this section of the floor has been concrete for a few years. Well this year we decided we would tackle this floor when we returned but there were complications that worked out for the best. The blue around the floor really catches your eye. at 6:00 AM.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

LG Hausys Floors introduced a new addition to its PRESTG line of premium SPC flooring products called the Artistry collection. Designed with realistic visuals and textures that aim to create a dramatic artistic statement for commercial interior spaces, the new collection features six plank and six tile visuals. Atlanta, Ga.—

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Tile of Spain USA

JANUARY 19, 2022

One of the most exciting aspects of architectural and interior design is experimentation. Design provides an outlet to play with colors, dabble in shapes, mix and match textures, explore patterns and expand creative boundaries, to craft a space that is as unique as the individual who inhabits it. Mayolica, Nissel. Halcon, Madox.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 1, 2024

With a commitment to pushing the boundaries of design, this year’s collections—Beyond Calacatta, Beyond Dolomite and Memory Oak—embrace the essence of raw materials while introducing a diverse palette of colors previously unseen in nature. The post Atlas Concorde USA introduces new collections appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 10, 2024

This year’s Rock Star recipients epitomize the industry’s most resourceful and exceptional young professionals who consistently innovate as forerunners of achievement, setting new standards in performance and excellence to further industry advancement.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Despite headaches within the economy —namely high interest/mortgage rates— resilient flooring suppliers are pointing to continued growth in 2024. Resilient flooring manufactured stateside offers excellent quality control, more stable pricing, shorter lead times and lower capital inventory requirements. Moreover, made-in-the-U.S.A.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 30, 2022

Stone Industries, located here, has earned certification to the Natural Stone Sustainability Standard (ANSI/NSI 373). The Natural Stone Sustainability Standard was first published in 2014 by the Natural Stone Council. Stone Industries earns sustainability certification appeared first on Floor Covering News. Herington, Kan.—

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Garden State Tile Blog

JUNE 16, 2020

One of the most exciting parts of interior design is the consistent change that comes along with it. But no matter the space or direction, all great design starts with a little bit of research. What is your favorite trend you are seeing in Interior Design right now and how do you execute it? . Owner/Designer, Tara Ryan Designs.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 18, 2022

—Matter Surfaces, a nationally recognized commercial flooring company, announced that one of its core product lines—eco-friendly Purline flooring—has received two new classifications, the first ASTM resilient flooring standards in five years. Setting a new standard. Unlike LVT, it has no vinyl and no PVC.

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Granada Tile

MARCH 25, 2019

While function maintains precedence in kitchens, design is quickly moving up on the importance scale. Beautiful, sprawling kitchens which effortlessly show off a homeowner’s personality are a key goal in designers’ minds. When choosing a look for a kitchen remodel, a tile design that works with the individual’s taste is crucial.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 11, 2021

.” series of free webinars in celebration of National Indoor Air Quality Month, Tarkett capped the month with a donation of 24,520 square feet of asthma- and allergy-friendly certified flooring to Breathe DC, which will use the flooring to help families in the Washington, D.C.

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Granada Tile

MARCH 29, 2017

Installing cement tile flooring is a common request for many homeowners, interior designers and restaurant owners. Installing cement tile flooring can take some time to go from start to finishing. One of the first things to do is to decide on the shape, design and colors of the tiles you want installed.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 6, 2024

Here from May 28 to May 30, 2024, the company will showcase its commitment to elevating the quality and performance of flooring products. “Our presence at Domotex Asia is a testament to our ongoing dedication to providing our partners with the tools and cutting-edge technologies that redefine industry standards.” .

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