Diary of a Tile Addict
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
Recycling spent ceramics back into production is an important aim to increase the sustainability of mass produced tableware and tiles. Though we’ve covered the work of Hanneke de Leeuw of Fabrique Pu which makes use of discarded vases, mugs, and plates, today’s feature takes the process a step further. Photo credit: Ronald Smits. The unstable nature of glazed ceramics complicates recycling as the fired materials become impure.
Rubble Tile
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
More than 40 years ago, Del Conca began making beautifully designed porcelain tile in Italy. They have been recognized as an industry leader in innovation, design and quality in Europe ever since. And when demand for their designs flourished in the US, they opened a.
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Floor Covering News
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
By Ken Ryan— Austin, Texas— Daltile held a grand opening for its 20th design studio here in Austin, a city known for food, great live music venues and general weirdness. With a nod to that uniqueness, Daltile’s new studio aimed to blend colorful and intricate designs with bold statements meant to stand out to the denizens of the culture-rich city, a mark it hit.
Onfloor Technology
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
We get all sorts of calls for advice on sculpting and casting concrete: "How can I make my concrete smoother?" is a common question; "What should I use to hold the form together?" is another; and sometimes someone will ask, "How can I make my stepped waterfall look more realistic?".
Floor Covering News
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
S tanton was one of the last of the traditional carpet mills to make the leap into hard surfaces, entering the category in 2020. Rather than dip its proverbial toe in the exploding luxury vinyl pool, it went full cannon ball, making a splash almost immediately. Stanton Decorative Waterproof Flooring (DWF) was introduced in January of 2020 with 24 SKUs.
The A to Z of Building
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
A digital reimagining of Australia’s pavilion exhibition for the 2021 Venice Biennale of Architecture will be shown at the National Museum of Australia in Canberra Inside the exhibition.
Floor Covering News
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
During FloorCon 2021, Broadlume unveiled its new all-in-one platform that marries the online website technology with the in-store experience. By Megan Salzano—Sarasota, Fla.—When you hear floor covering tradeshow you expect a room full of paradoxically similar product and a dusty pitch touting sales acumen. That’s not what Broadlume delivered with FloorCon 2021, held here last week.
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Floor Covering News
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
Salem, N.J.—Mannington Mills hired John Hammel as senior director, wood and laminate business. In this role, Hammel will be responsible for leading the product development and marketing execution of those product lines as well as working with executive leadership on long-term strategic initiatives, according to Mannington Mills. The company said Hammel has extensive knowledge of the flooring industry and the product categories he will be involved with.
Floor Covering News
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
By Lisbeth Calandrino—The world of work is changing. It appears that employers are no longer in the driver’s seat when it comes to hiring. At present, workers seem to have the upper hand. I don’t know anyone who hasn’t said that finding the right worker(s) is very difficult. ADP Research Institute earlier this year released a study, “People at work 2021: A Global Workforce View,” which delivered insight into workers’ perspectives about the future.
Floor Covering News
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
By Jim Augustus Armstrong—”What advertising should I start with?” an attendee at one of my seminars asked me. This is a question I get asked regularly, and it’s a good one. There are hundreds of ways to market your flooring business, so it’s easy to get overwhelmed, especially when you have ad companies calling and emailing you every day claiming that you should use whatever they happen to be selling.
Floor Covering News
NOVEMBER 29, 2021
By Chris Wallace—Products won’t be enough to win over the post-pandemic consumer. Consumers will choose brands and providers who make their buying experience easier, safer and more enjoyable. Here, I will share guidance on how companies in the building material and flooring industries can partner to deliver another layer of value to consumers. People in this industry have a different definition of who the customer is.
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