Floor Covering News

MAY 21, 2021

Continuing its downward trajectory, ceramic tile sales in 2020 experienced a low, single-digit decline in terms of overall dollar sales and similar declines in terms of volume. Ceramic tile sales in 2020 declined roughly 5%. of dollar sales for the gradually increasing hard surface market and 24.6% Imports vs. domestics.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 1, 2024

The show convened more than 21,000 registered professionals, influencers, designers and architects to experience nearly 700 global and domestic brands. This year highlighted the most expansive assortment of new materials offered comprising the future trends of residential and commercial design, according to show organizers.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 10, 2020

When it comes to natural stone, specialty retail has it tough. However, natural stone has its advantages—i.e., higher profit margins, greater application opportunities, unique style and design. Natural stone adds tremendous value when used strategically. No two stones are alike; that’s the beauty of natural stone.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

DECEMBER 3, 2013

Kitchen and Residential Design. Notes and anecdotes from the design world. This beautiful table is for sale. That joinery is in the center of a table designed and built by my friend Kevin Fitzpatrick. That joinery is in the center of a table designed and built by my friend Kevin Fitzpatrick. kitchen design.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 18, 2024

Suppliers are making it easy for consumers to mix and match their styles, too, with new technology and design-forward products meant to flow from one surface to another. Outdoor tile is seeing a rapid increase in popularity,” explained Phil Graves, director of sales, Dal-Tile. “A

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 18, 2022

By Megan Salzano-Birch—Las Vegas— Coverings 2022 was a showcase in innovative product design and immersive technology, which is thriving within the ceramic and stone category today despite obvious obstacles. The finish allows traditional indoor lines to become suitable for exteriors without any change to the visual design.

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Architectural Ceramics

MARCH 18, 2019

Learn more about how the PANTONE Color of the Year is selected, this year’s color: Living Coral, and how to incorporate it into your designed interior space (which we hope includes tile from Architectural Ceramics, of course). Designers have the PANTONE Color of the Year (COTY). Image and design via Briony Fitzgerald Design.

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JG Kitchens

SEPTEMBER 11, 2019

If you’re in the residential realm, this first of two articles on real estate trends impacting design and remodeling choices can help you get better results. It will share overall trends and key dos and don’ts on the most important space in the home from a resale perspective: The kitchen! Photo courtesy: Lennar ).

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Kitchen and Residential Design

JUNE 16, 2021

When staging a property for reselling, the kitchen is among the most overlooked sections. But redecorating your kitchen can have a significant impact on your property sale value. In this article, learn the ways you can redecorate your kitchen to improve the selling price. That’s because it's a complicated job.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 31, 2019

Just so you are aware, Freshome may collect a share of sales from the links on this page. Houzz Kitchen Trends Study provides insight regarding the most popular kitchen trends in home improvement. Would you move out during a kitchen renovation? This kitchen provides spectacular views thanks to its open concept design.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 22, 2017

We all spend a lot of time in the kitchen cooking in front of our backsplash. Here, Virginia-based firms Thorsen Construction and Southern Kitchens teamed up with Architectural Ceramics to design a kitchen space that features a ceramic tile with a playful feel. Sagatov Design + Build , located in Falls Church, VA.,

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 28, 2017

Watch any interior design show on HGTV or DIY Network, and an open concept layout is in. We know what’s hot when it comes to your main floor’s kitchen and entertaining spaces, but what about a space that is a bit more private: your bathroom. Photo: Master bath designed by Chase Builders, photo via AC on Houzz.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Dallas, Texas—This Friday is National Tile Day 2024 and Daltile , the largest designer and manufacturer of tile in North America, wants to kick-off the celebration by highlighting the myriad of attributes that make tile an outstanding component of residential and commercial design, construction and remodeling.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

DECEMBER 4, 2013

Kitchen and Residential Design. Notes and anecdotes from the design world. The finishes hes developed for this line mimic the appearance of stone, leather and charred timber but the attention to detail he employs never lets you lose sight of the fact that his pieces are made entirely of oak. Kitchen Creations.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 22, 2021

.— Mannington has always enjoyed the reputation of being a leader in styling and design. She and her colleagues Cristen Del Bove and Renee Cannon form one of the strongest design teams in the floor covering industry. The trinity works together to ensure Mannington maintains its styling and design leadership.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 21, 2019

Breeze through each one; from natural stone and cement, to ceramic and glass, we offer dimensional tile in a range of material types. At AC, we have a soft spot this hard-surface natural stone dimensional tile that mixes warm texture with cool sophistication. Want to learn more about natural stone as a tile material?

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

Consumers are spending more money on creating outdoor oases using products like Daltile’s My Stone Moon collection, seen here. . As a result, outdoor living has become a popular design choice for many homeowners purchasing new homes or renovating their existing spaces—and that demand appears to be growing stronger. told FCNews.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 26, 2018

When designing a home inspired by the beach, the ocean is an obvious jumping off point. Check out our blog, The Layman’s Class on Glass: Design & Installation Tips for Glass Tile. AC’s rivershell oval mosaic featured in the DC Show House, design by Aidan Design. Stone & Glass Mosaics.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 10, 2017

In the month of November, we’re thankful for Thanksgiving feasts, Black Friday sales, and the ‘Movember’ trend where men grow a mustache to bring awareness to men’s health. Here, we’re naming just a few of our tile collections that include a matte black ceramic, porcelain or stone. Aristocrat.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

DECEMBER 30, 2012

Kitchen and Residential Design. Notes and anecdotes from the design world. Houzz.com started out just a couple of years ago and has since grown into one of the go to places on the internet for designers and Architects to show their work. He or she will set you up with the stone youre looking for. 30 December 2012.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The refreshed designs of Dundee include smooth, low-gloss-finished white and red oak species with a durable Dura-Luster Plus urethane, a multi-layer finish offering Bruce’s highest level of protection. Shorebreak enables premium upgrades for kitchens, bathrooms and spaces demanding complete waterproof protection with textural authenticity.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 13, 2017

The same could be said when considering a handmade ceramic or natural stone, because the variation in the tile’s glaze or veining may surprise you. Architectural Ceramics is here to help you know what type of range, be it subtle or extreme, to expect from ceramic, porcelain and stone; and to know how best to prepare for it.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

He teamed up with Baltimore-based design firm, Aumen Asner to create a clean and contemporary reception space for the Raven’s corporate offices. The desk is beautifully clad in a neutral and natural stone look-a-like material from our Slim Slab Collection. AC’s Silk Stone featured indoors and out.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 26, 2017

Interior design trends change over time, just like any other industry like fashion. Photo Credit: Katarina Price Photography for MK Staging & Design, LLC. Owner and certified home stager, Malena Kaplan, of the Bethesda-based company MK Staging & Design, LLC. Kaplan agrees that design trends are much lighter now.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. At the start of the pandemic in April, online sales of alcohol and delivery sales saw an increase of ~441% in sales – that’s a lot of cocktails! Check out our top 5 designs below! 26 BOLD AND STYLISH HOME BAR DESIGN IDEAS , Elle Décor. Home Bar Inspiration.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JULY 10, 2018

Square stones in a geometric pattern pave the driveway that leads to the garage and the front door. The large modern kitchen leads out to the garden. The post Summer Dreaming: Tour Shakira’s Miami Beach Estate for Sale appeared first on Freshome.com. Here’s a look: Greenery lines the entrance to the estate.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

OCTOBER 2, 2017

Just so you are aware, Freshome may collect a share of sales from the links on this page. The National Kitchen & Bath Association announced its results from a survey of kitchen designers that granite is no longer the top choice for kitchen counters — quartz is.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 20, 2021

.— Coverings , the preeminent event for the ceramic tile and natural stone industry in North America, has released a lineup of featured conference sessions for Coverings 2022. The Secrets of Pool Design and Installation. These sessions will focus on the breathtaking world of tile and stone. Designing for Outdoor Living.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 10, 2019

But tile is not just for your kitchen or bathroom – there are tons of great tiles for outdoor use. Softer stones and ceramics are more likely to take a beating from the elements than durable materials like porcelain. Ask your designer for details. If you must use stone or concrete, prepare or more maintenance.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 25, 2018

Designers of commercial spaces like hospitality, use porcelain tile because it often has a higher coefficient of friction. Ancient Stone. If this blog is about porcelain, then why does the collection’s name say stone? Because porcelains like our Ancient Stone Collection , are made to look like natural stone.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

SEPTEMBER 16, 2014

A mix of materials (stone, wood, glass and zinc) and an irregular geometry make the building visually stand out. Currently listed for sale at $3,185,000, the project comes with state-of-the art appliances, hi-tech entertainment systems and an overall interior design that most contemporary-style enthusiasts would probably crave for.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

NOVEMBER 28, 2011

Kitchen and Residential Design. Notes and anecdotes from the design world. My husband and I are planning to finish up our kitchen with all new appliances and by fixing our old cabinets at some point after the new year. Since its not a DIY project, one would think that a stone yard would take on a project like that.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 13, 2018

Ladies, let’s focus on spaces designed by moms for moms. Stuart Nordin, owner of Stuart Nordin Home & Design located in Alexandria, Virginia, is a mother of three young boys and knows what it’s like to balance it all. As a mother, Nordin designs for her clients the same way she would design for herself.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

NOVEMBER 21, 2011

Kitchen and Residential Design. Notes and anecdotes from the design world. I dont think its a lie on the part of the sales person who told you that, I think he or she was just parroting back the Home Depot party line. Retrofitting them into an existing kitchen is nearly impossible, even if youre getting new counters.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 12, 2013

So imagine my excitement when I was selected to participate as a panelist in an educational session for tile and stone professionals, Selling Tile: The Internet, the Industry & the Consumer, during Coverings 2013 in Atlanta, Georgia. At Coverings 2012, Bill Buyok shares tips on How a Social Media Presence Improves Retail Sales.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JUNE 28, 2019

Just so you are aware, Freshome may collect a share of sales from the links on this page. There’s a new stone that’s taking over marble’s popularity — and it’s onyx. Dusty pastels and earth tones are the hottest colors at the moment and the warm tones of onyx stone tie in with the look.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 17, 2018

Since we’re on the heels of our March Madness: ACI’s Final Four Tile Matchups blog, let’s round out a list in the same main tile types: porcelain, ceramic, glass and natural stone. This colorway features a range of earth tones adaptable to a range of design schemes. Nickel & Dimed. Diesel Stage: New York City.

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