Tile of Spain USA

MAY 5, 2022

For projects calling out for elegant and innovative solutions, look no farther than Tile of Spain. This year’s porcelain entries emphasize modern evocations of marble, the rich veining and luminous hues exuding warmth and elegance as the tiles move seamlessly from indoor to outdoor applications. Easy to clean and maintain, and resistant to stains, scratches and bacteria, porcelain tiles in the Quick Ship collection are available in a full range of sizes, colors, thicknesses and finishes.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 6, 2022

By Jacqueline Hinchcliffe — With the arrival of spring comes warmer weather. Along with rising temperatures comes high moisture levels in the air, which could pose challenges for flooring installers on the jobsite—whether it’s indoors or outside. “It’s important for exterior installations to be protected from the [prospect] of efflorescence,” said Ian O’Connor, product manager, grout, care and tools, Custom Building Products.

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Giotile

MAY 5, 2022

Back in 2018, we published a blog about the rise of resimercial design (the trend of bringing home-like comforts into the workplace). Resimercial design is a marriage of commercial durability with a residential feel, a style that celebrates residential-inspired features over the standardized feel of traditional corporate designs and furnishings. We wrote: “Home-like environments in … The post Getting Back to the Office: Revisiting the Resimercial Design Trend appeared first on Gio Ti

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Cement Style

MAY 5, 2022

We are thrilled to announce our partnership with renowned English interior and textile designer, Cressida Bell to launch a collection that pushes the boundaries of cement tile design. The inaugural Cressida Bell Collection includes eight patterns, each with three to four colorways. Bell’s Sky. Designed for the Royal Academy of Arts in London, Bell drew inspiration directly from English artist Walter Crane, primarily known for his illustrations for children’s books which often feature

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JG Kitchens

MAY 4, 2022

I take a look at the latest trends, ideas and technology for creating a spa-inspired bathroom at home. The post Creating Spa Bathrooms With The Latest Wellness Design And Technology Trends comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 3, 2022

By Ken Ryan—For many flooring retailers, 2021 represented their best sales year on record. That success didn’t happen by chance—it was quality products that helped generate the revenue stream that continues to this day. The following products represent a sampling of new collections or expanded product line offerings that scored high among specialty floor covering retailers and distributors in 2021.

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Life of an Architect

MAY 1, 2022

Construction Drawings are the documents architects use to convey architectural intent - size, location, quantity - and learning how to properly prepare them is getting harder and harder. The post Ep 99: Construction Drawings first appeared on Life of an Architect. Continue reading Ep 99: Construction Drawings at Life of an Architect. Construction Drawings are the documents architects use to convey architectural intent - size, location, quantity - and learning how to properly prepare them is gett

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Realstone

MAY 3, 2022

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Floor Covering News

MAY 5, 2022

By Jacqueline Hinchcliffe — Today’s flooring adhesives tout better grab, faster cure times and overall easier workability, among other key attributes. But it’s important not to overlook the emphasis on eco-conscious formulations that are safer for the environment and the installer. “Environmental concerns have become increasingly prevalent across the industry, dramatically enhancing the appeal for environmentally friendly, sustainable adhesives,” said Nick Mizzone, marketing coordinator, Sika-Dr

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Floor Covering News

MAY 2, 2022

By Reginald Tucker—The supply chain disruptions that have wreaked havoc on the U.S. flooring market—as well as scores of other industries across the country—have touched off a wave of repercussions. The most notable of which is record-breaking inflation as voracious consumer demand continues to outpace supply. This phenomenon is being felt more acutely in the U.S. market, which still relies on products manufactured outside America to feed the hungry beast that is consumer spending.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 4, 2022

Calhoun, Ga.—Mannington Commercial introduced the Revealed Collection, a modular carpet collection that offers three styles featuring rich colors with layered details. “Commercial designers can use the Revealed Collection to create sophisticated designs with rich color nuances and depth of texture that give the illusion of movement in the space,” said Roby Isaac, vice president of commercial design, Mannington Commercial.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 2, 2022

By Reginald Tucker—After nearly 80 years of operating under the Consolidated Carpet moniker , the commercial flooring company with operations in New York and Chicago has rebranded as Consolidated Flooring. The change, which has been in the works for the past year and a half, is a reflection of the firm’s move into a host of diversified commercial flooring products and services.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 5, 2022

Clarksville, Tenn.—Florim USA earned the WELL health-safety rating through the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI). According to the company, Florim USA is the first porcelain tile manufacturer and the largest size manufacturer to accomplish this goal. The WELL health-safety rating is an evidence-based, third-party verified rating for all new and existing building and space types, focusing on operational policies, maintenance protocols, stakeholder engagement and emergency plans to addr

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Floor Covering News

MAY 5, 2022

Sea Island, Ga.— The Resilient Floor Covering Institute’s (RFCI) spring 2022 board of directors and associate member meeting held here was a resounding success, according to the group. Over 100 attended the two-day event, held here April 27-28. “Never before in our history has this event been so well attended,” said retiring president and CEO, Dean Thompson.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 4, 2022

Minneapolis—CARE announced winners of the Recycler and Person of the Year Awards for 2021 in conjunction with the organization’s 20 th Annual Conference here. The 2021 Recyclers of the Year are Georgia Carpet Recovery Center (East Point, Ga.) and GreenWaste Carpet Recycling (San Jose, Calif.). The 2021 Persons of the Year are Nick Fiore of Circular Polymers (Lincoln, Calif.) and Kent Singleton of Georgia Carpet Recovery Center.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 4, 2022

Chicago—OneFlor USA, an LVT supplier based in Houston, Texas, will showcase new products here at NeoCon 2022 on the 7th floor, space 7-8046, June 13-15. According to David Kim, CEO, OneFlor USA, the hottest flooring category—LVT—will get even hotter. “Our one vision is Smart Flooring,” he said. “We are problem solvers for our customers, so that means we come up with radically new ideas that can reduce the risk of flooring failure.” .

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Floor Covering News

MAY 5, 2022

Dalton—The Dixie Group has named the 2022 scholarship recipients of the George R. West, Jr. Scholarship Award through The Dixie Group Foundation. The Dixie Group Foundation annually makes available college scholarships to children of Dixie Group associates. In the last 12 years, 56 “George West Scholarships” have been awarded to students of Dixie associates.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 4, 2022

Calhoun, Ga.—Mohawk Industries and the Northwest Georgia branch of the Latin American Association (LAA) announced an exclusive partnership that will increase the resources and services provided by the LAA to local communities, the company said. Mohawk first partnered with the LAA in 2019 and provided the funding to get the Dalton outreach center up and running, including establishing a building on Mohawk’s campus in Dalton.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 3, 2022

St. Margrethen, Switzerland—Swiss based Bauwerk Group AG acquired Somerset Hardwood Flooring, a vertically integrated forest products company based in Somerset, Ky. With the acquisition, Bauwerk Group AG said it strengthens its global profile and gains a stronger foothold in the growing north american flooring markets. Somerset Hardwood Flooring has an established brand and market position in the U.S. with a strong presence in the relevant sales channels.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 2, 2022

Dalton Ga.—The Floor Covering Industry Foundation (FCIF) is launching its inaugural “One Day to Give,” a 24-hour online fundraising drive, on Thursday, June 2. According to the company, One Day to Give unites the floor covering industry to make a lasting impact on families faced with unexpected medical battles who need help getting back on their feet.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 2, 2022

Harrisburg, Pa.— Touch of Color Flooring celebrates its 20th anniversary in the flooring world this month. What started from a garage has grown into an industry powerhouse with 75 million in sales annually and offices in Harrisburg, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and Richmond. Touch of Color employs 165 people and is well established in the worlds of builder, multifamily , commercial, senior living and retail, according to the company.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 2, 2022

Santa Fe Springs, Calif.—Galleher LLC has named Tim Sambrano it’s newly created position of commercial operations lead. According to the company, this position reflects Galleher’s growing commitment to its commercial flooring customers and the evolving consultative role of the Galleher Commercial team. Sambrano has worked with Galleher’s commercial flooring customers for over 20 years and brings a level of knowledge, drive and commitment to commercial flooring that is second to none, according t

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Floor Covering News

MAY 2, 2022

Santa Fe Springs, Calif—Galleher LLC, the largest flooring distributor on the west coast and third largest in the US, partnered with the Arbor Day Foundation to plant 5,000 trees in depleted forests around the world. This partnership reflects Galleher’s 85-year commitment to protecting and supporting the environment and its recognition of the significant role trees play in its business, according to the company.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 5, 2022

Calhoun, Ga.—Quick-Step said it continues to reinvest in its top-selling NatureTEK Plus line in 2022, introducing new, stylish collections while refreshing its existing portfolio. Along with the innovative WetProtect TEKnology that includes lifetime waterproof protection for the surface and subfloor and GenuEdge TEKnology that provides added hardwood realism, NatureTEK Plus now features more pad-attached offerings.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 4, 2022

With the global supply chain continuing to experience disruptions as a result of the lingering impact of the COVID-19 pandemic—further exacerbated by the war in Ukraine—the spotlight is shining once again on the benefits of U.S. manufacturing. Domestic suppliers are seizing the opportunity to tout their local production capabilities in the face of rapidly rising freight charges amid longer shipping times.

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The A to Z of Building

MAY 5, 2022

The conflict in Ukraine and the European sanctions imposed on Russia, as a response, have had a significant impact on energy and commodity prices. The confluence of supply unpredictability, high.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 5, 2022

La Grange, Ga.—As part of its overall strategy to improve resilient flooring awareness, access and specification within the A&D community, the Resilient Floor Covering Institute (RFCI) said it has spearheaded an initiative for its manufacturing members to list their products on ecomedes. . “RFCI has worked with ecomedes to set up a dedicated product category database that features sustainability and health and wellness information for resilient flooring products,” said Jane Rohde, technical

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Floor Covering News

MAY 4, 2022

Waregem, Belgium—Unilin Technologies, the IP division of Mohawk Industries, has received the written decision in which the Opposition Division of European Patent Office confirmed the validity of its patent covering Unicoat technology. The written decision clearly confirms that this patent (EP 3 294 969) is not limited to the specific Unicoat technology, but also covers other waterproof coatings that protect the edges of HDF-based floors from water damage, the company said.

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The A to Z of Building

MAY 4, 2022

Breakthrough Energy Ventures and DCVC co-lead a $55 Million Series A round to pilot a process to make carbon-negative Portland Cement at industrial scales. New investors include Amazon through its.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 3, 2022

City of Industry, Calif.— Diamond W, a leading distributor of commercial and residential flooring solutions, reveals its new logo, which aligns more closely with its reputation for superior service and expertise. Designed to work effortlessly across print and digital channels, the updated look elevates and simplifies the company’s former badge and continues to share the same dark blue as its parent company, Tarkett.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 3, 2022

Dalton, Ga.—The Floor Covering Education Foundation (FCEF) partnered with Ardex, the leading solution and service provider of innovative building systems. Ardex said it is showing its support for the industry and stepping up to support training initiatives spearheaded by FCEF. Most recently, Ardex provided materials and trainers to assist with the technical college pilot program at Georgia Northwestern Technical College, according to the company.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 2, 2022

By Jeffrey Johnson—In the wood floor installation industry some things remain constant and some are constantly changing. The one constant in this industry is that we are still dealing with wood and all its unique performance attributes and characteristics. Whether it’s solid or engineered, narrow or wide, short or long, wood is still sensitive to moisture.

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