Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. Celebrating the first day of winter, December 21 st , we thought it would be fitting to dive into some design inspirations revolving around cozy cabins and warm fireplaces. As the holiday season is in full swing, along with the plummeting temperatures, people are beginning to crank their heat up and look for ways to cozy up, especially since this year you’re more than likely spending the holidays at home.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Chris Walker. Flowood, Miss.—The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) elected new officers and board members for 2021 and 2022 at its annual meeting, which was held virtually on Dec. 3, 2020. The COVID-19 pandemic caused the cancellation of the Coverings trade show, where the new roster would have been announced. The new leadership is made up of: Chris Walker, chairman of the board.

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Stone Update

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Currency-manipulation charges could lead to U.S. tariff on Vietnam surfaces; more.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Woodbury, N.Y.—Paragon Point, a high-styled moroccan design, is the newest addition to Stanton’s Antrim brand. As a 100% wool, hand-tufted style, the new line boasts longevity, cleanability as well as superior stain and soil resistance. It is available in 15-foot lengths. The post Stanton unveils new Antrim line appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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Stone Update

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Currency-manipulation charges could lead to U.S. tariff on Vietnam surfaces; more.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Lancaster, Pa.—Ecore has partnered with CommonWealth Equity Partners, a private equity fund. Commonwealth brings a depth of ESG transactional and operational experience to Ecore’s mission of transforming reclaimed materials into performance surfaces that make people’s lives better, according to the company. The Commonwealth team is led by Ecore’s founder, president and CEO, Art Dodge, who is joined by Robert Bernard, partner and co-founder and former chief environmental strategist for Micr

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Stone Update

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Natural Stone Institute adds 16 Q&A articles by Chuck Muehlbauer.

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Stone Update

DECEMBER 21, 2020

The top stories of a topsy-turvy year.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Dalton—For 2021, COREtec will launch its new Advanced+ collection. “Plus” in size and “plus” in performance, the company said, the line features expanded design possibilities with fewer pattern repeats and a sophisticated color palette. Innovative engineering combines with natural artistry to provide next-level protection against pets, kids, high heels and everyday life, while the core technology results in a mineral core that is said to be 100% waterproof, kid-proof and pet-proof floor.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Goose Rocks. Fort Lee, N.J.—Couristan unveiled two new broadloom introductions: Anakena and Goose Rocks. Offering a Boho style designed for today’s casual living spaces, the company said Anakena has been created to enhance the casual appearance of any interior with a fresh sense of ambience. Available in a 15-foot width, the line is said to be sensibly textured to create a tranquil feeling in any décor.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 21, 2020

TraLaMa (Trade Labor Marketplace) is offering a limited-time discount code (LLAMAFREE) that will enable flooring companies to post as many free full-time or short-term job openings as they wish. “TraLaMa is always free for laborers, but for the next few weeks, we want to make it free for flooring retailers as well,” explained Jason Goldberg, founder and CEO of both TraLaMa and America’s Floor Source.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Johnson City, Tenn.—Mullican Hardwood Flooring announced a price increase of 4%-10% on solid and engineered hardwood, effective Jan. 1, 2021. The company attributed the price change to the rising costs of lumber and associated materials in addition to constraints on labor that impact operating cost. The post Mullican announces price increases appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Calhoun, Ga.—While many holiday traditions look different this year, Mohawk Industries said it is helping to ensure that one important tradition remains the same. Mohawk drivers are among hundreds from across the country that are collectively delivering more than one million wreaths to decorate veterans’ graves for the holiday season at approximately 1,200 cemeteries across the United States.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Dalton—Dalton Carpet One and DCO Commercial Floors collected $6,030 from employees and a dollar-for-dollar company match to donate to local organizations. Employees also donated items for its adopted family through Open Hearts Center in Athens, Ga. “The generosity our employees have shown toward their communities is truly outstanding this season,” said JR Allred, president of Dalton Carpet One.

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