Architectural Ceramics
SEPTEMBER 6, 2019
There is no denying that we spend A LOT of time looking at (and obsessing over) fresh and innovative tile. It is natural for us to constantly be on the lookout for the next trend in interior design which is why we are excited that September has finally. arrived. Why, you ask? September is huge for fashion junkies, and interior finishes are heavily influenced by what we are seeing on the runway.
The London Tile Co.
SEPTEMBER 1, 2019
As the weather cools down and the kids go back to school we’ve found ourselves content with the upcoming change of season. While we love the long summer nights there’s something comforting about knowing Autumn is around the corner. And this is the perfect time to think about updating your home – whether you want a new kitchen to cook your Christmas dinner in or just feel like it’s time for a refresh of the bathroom.
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Tile of Spain USA
SEPTEMBER 4, 2019
Miami, FL September 2019 – Tile of Spain, the international brand representing over 120 ceramic tile manufacturers belonging to the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturer’s Association (ASCER), announces the expansion of the Tile of Spain USA Quick Ship Collection. The updated catalog of Spanish tile now includes 44 ceramic tile companies and over 160 products that are available in the U.S.
Diary of a Tile Addict
SEPTEMBER 6, 2019
Lea Ceramiche is playing with materials for their Cersaie 2019 offerings. Presenting two collections: Slimtech Nextone and Delight, Diego Grandi will design the company stand to give a sense of space, and for materials to effortlessly flow from inside to out. Delight Venato Bianco Lux (900x900mm) & Joy Veneto Bianco (300x600mm) by Lea Ceramiche.
Architectural Ceramics
SEPTEMBER 2, 2019
Fashion design and interior design have a lot more in common than one might think at first glance. Since September is host to global Fashion Week events from New York to London – we’re taking a look at how these disciplines are two sides of the same creative coin. 1. Fashion Week Takes on Tile. Allison Eden Spotlight , Allison Eden. Allison Eden is one of our favorite vendor-artists!
Giotile
SEPTEMBER 3, 2019
There’s no place like home. Home-like environments in the office can lead to more comfortable, and presumably, happier workers. And happy workers, according to current theories, work harder. In fact, studies show that happy workers are more productive and creative. Enter resimercial design—a design style that brings the homey feel of residential furnishings, layouts, and … The post Workplace Design: The Comforts of Home appeared first on Gio Tile.
Ceramic Tile Education Foundation
SEPTEMBER 3, 2019
Should tile installers become certified? If you are serious about your calling as a tile installer, yes, you should become a Certified Tile Installer (CTI). If you aren't, chances are high that you aren't reading this article or even asking yourself the question.
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Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 4, 2019
Flowood, Miss.—The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) has announced Lee Callewaert as the winner of its 2019 Tile Setter Craftsperson of the Year Award. Callewaert, who has set tile for over 35 years, is the co-owner and senior craftsman of Dragonfly Tile & Stone Works, Inc. in Grafton, Wis. Callewaert began his career as an […].
JG Kitchens
SEPTEMBER 4, 2019
I first saw a bidet on a college graduation trip to Florence, Italy. I had no idea what it was! Fast forward a few decades to a Toto showroom visit and I experienced a bidet-style toilet and thought it was fabulous! I’ve been recommending them to clients and readers ever since. Here’s why you might want one of these fabulous, wellness-focused features, in my latest piece for Forbes.com : A wall-mounted bidet-style toilet adds space, style and wellness to a bathroom.
Ceramic Tile Education Foundation
SEPTEMBER 3, 2019
Should tile installers become certified? If you are serious about your calling as a tile installer, yes, you should become a Certified Tile Installer (CTI). If you aren't, chances are high that you aren't reading this article or even asking yourself the question.
Diary of a Tile Addict
SEPTEMBER 2, 2019
The architects at MVRDV have a way with façades that brings so much excitement, variety and innovation to the world. After previously covering their Crystal Houses and the magnificent M Cube , an experimental exterior in Kuala Lumpar is next to catch Tile Addict’s eye. Photo Credits: Daria Scagliola and Photo Edit: Stijn Brakkee. In a similar vein to Flexstone by Solus , the surface is cracked and separated, making way for light to escape.
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 6, 2019
September 2/9, 2019: Volume 35, Issue 6 By Megan Salzano Daltile’s Panoramic Porcelain Surfaces are resistant to water, heat, stains, scratches, chemicals and traffic. While the tile market is under pressure from the realistic visuals and waterproof technologies of resilient product lines, porcelain is taking its market share back through innovative new products.
Life of an Architect
SEPTEMBER 2, 2019
Your college architecture projects will be silly because they are designed to make you think outside what you already know. They are also supposed to force you to evaluate your own belief system, your own understanding of how spaces work, and the things that shape your ideas. Continue reading 032: Projects in Architecture School are Silly at Life of an Architect.
Trendir Magazine
SEPTEMBER 5, 2019
Fall weather here we come! It’s officially time to embrace fall, weather and prepare for what’s to come. Though you might think you need to leave your home to fall in love with the beautiful shades fall is notorious for, we are here to share that is not true. With our best fall decorating ideas and a hint of inspiration, our guide is here to help you turn your home into a sweet fall escape.
Kitchen and Residential Design
SEPTEMBER 3, 2019
Having home mobility and being comfortable in your own home is important, especially for children with disabilities. Take on the home modifications that will make your child more comfortable. via It is important to be comfortable in your own home. This is especially true for children with disabilities. The good news is, there are home modifications that will allow your child the ability to move around freely and perform everyday tasks with ease.
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 4, 2019
The countertop in this bathroom features Jasmine White. Dallas—Daltile has introduced four new designs into its ONE Quartz Surfaces Nature Series assortment.This quartz slab series offers nature-inspired stone designs for countertops and walls, while providing the low-maintenance benefits and durability for which Daltile’s ONE Quartz Surfaces are known.
The A to Z of Building
AUGUST 31, 2019
Founded by father and son, Craig and William Bown in 2006, SuperFOIL employs 18 people and produces around 1.5 million square metres of insulation every year. Last year, the company posted record.
Trendir Magazine
SEPTEMBER 4, 2019
The weather is crisper, the trees are starting to change color and your porch will now become one of the most used areas of your home. For some odd reason, the porch tends to be used abundantly during the cooler months. Keeping that in mind, its time to decorate it and bring fall vibes, right where you want it most. Here are stylish fall porch decorating ideas to make your neighbors jealous.
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 6, 2019
September 2/9, 2019: Volume 35, Issue 6 By Lindsay Baillie FloorForce has helped Yates Flooring Center use social media more effectively, including Facebook advertising. (Editor’s note: This is the third installment in a series detailing how flooring dealers are enhancing their digital presence by partnering with FloorForce.) National Flooring Alliance member Yates Flooring Center […].
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 6, 2019
September 2/9, 2019: Volume 35, Issue 6 By Lindsay Baillie QPro offers B2B and API integrations to streamline business operations. Technology can be confusing, especially when you look at the nitty gritty of what makes up a software program. A lot of pieces go into creating a program that has the ultimate goal of […].
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 6, 2019
September 2/9, 2019: Volume 35, Issue 6 By Jim Augustus Armstrong (Second of two parts.) In my books, articles, webinars and seminars, I often feature case studies of dealers who have close ratios of 60%-80% (the national average is only 30%-35%), command margins of 50% or more and stay booked out for weeks or […].
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 6, 2019
September 2/9, 2019: Volume 35, Issue 6 By Ken Ryan As the U.S.-China trade war escalates, some Wall Street banks fear the economy could be headed toward a recession. The flooring industry has dealt with tariffs on Chinese imports at 10%, escalating up to 25%. If President Trump carries through with his latest threat, […].
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 6, 2019
September 2/9, 2019: Volume 35, Issue 6 By Ken Ryan Blended tonals and ‘near-solid’ looks are gaining popularity. Shown is EF’s Dream Weaver brand. The advancement of hard surfaces in the residential space may have taken market share from carpet, but it has not signaled the segment’s death knell by any means. Indeed, hard […].
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 6, 2019
September 2/9, 2019: Volume 35, Issue 6 By Tom Jennings It has often been said that the more things change, the more they remain the same. That hackneyed phrase certainly pertains to professional flooring installation in 2019. When I ran a retail operation in Kansas City more than 20 years ago, I was among […].
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 6, 2019
September 2/9, 2019: Volume 35, Issue 6 By Lisbeth Calandrino We’ve all felt like a pushover at some point in our lives. We let someone talk us into something that wasn’t for our own good. In fact, we knew we shouldn’t have done it, but we did it anyway. Whether you’re interacting with a […].
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 6, 2019
September 2/9, 2019: Volume 35, Issue 6 By Megan Salzano Flooring underlayments don’t often get their due when it comes to the successful completion of a flooring installation. However, without these sundry products consumer needs can often be left unmet, including the need for sound abatement. Sound abatement is not often top of mind […].
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 6, 2019
September 2/9, 2019: Volume 35, Issue 6 By Ken Ryan Satellite view of Hurricane Dorian from space. Out of an abundance of caution, flooring distributors servicing the Southeast U.S. battened down the hatches last week in advance of Hurricane Dorian as the storm threatened communities from Florida to the Virginia border. After devastating the […].
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 6, 2019
September 2/9, 2019: Volume 35, Issue 6 By Ken Ryan From left: Robert Varden, vice president, CFI; Scott Humphrey, CEO, WFCA; and Sabahat Chaudhry, chairman of KITE, agree to form an installation academy in Thailand. San Antonio—For most of its 26-year existence, the International Certified Flooring Installers (CFI) stood for professional training and certification. […].
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 6, 2019
September 2/9, 2019: Volume 35, Issue 6 By Steven Feldman As a member of the media, I have always tried to publish information as accurately and objectively as possible. I have never been concerned about ratings points or “sensationalist” journalism, which seems to be the norm these days. Whether it’s the political, economic or […].
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 6, 2019
September 2/9, 2019: Volume 35, Issue 6 By Lou Morano (Editor’s note: This is the fourth installment in a multi-part series.) For many years most flooring retailers shopped vendors according to the best value—just like many of our customers—and we often purchased from those vendors. Over time, however, we noticed that some of those vendors […].
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 5, 2019
Mountville, Pa.—AHF Products introduces Hydropel, a waterproof, 100% hardwood flooring product from Bruce, bringing together the beauty of hardwood floors, waterproof protection, durability and the ease of DIY-friendly installation. Hydropel is an engineered hardwood infused with proprietary technology to resist water for up to 36 hours so that it can be installed anywhere, in any room of the home.
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 3, 2019
Engineered Floors Commercial Division, a leading commercial flooring provider that goes to market under the J+J Flooring and EF Contract brands, has launched an e-commerce website designed to provide flooring customers with fast, efficient and immediate service. Customers will now be able to check inventory, place and monitor orders and pay invoices online 24-7.
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