As The Tile Turns
JANUARY 29, 2021
From mask-wearing to hand-washing, a variety of daily habits allow us to limit the spread of COVID and protect our neighbors. Often, however, we fail to consider the role interior design can play in this effort. Antimicrobial tiles, in particular, hold the potential to reduce the impact of COVID and countless other diseases.
Architectural Ceramics
JANUARY 25, 2021
Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. Happy Monday to all the fellow tile – enthusiasts and designers out there! January 29 th brings us a holiday that’s come to be more appreciated during COVID-19 lockdowns – National Puzzle Day! We thought this was the perfect occasion to share one of our favorite tile uses, the tile mosaic. This week’s top 5 designs feature the coolest mosaic designs we could find for your viewing pleasure, as well as some insight as to what exactly makes up a tile mosa
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Tile of Spain USA
JANUARY 26, 2021
The TR House Barcelona project by PMMT is a single-family home that takes on a unique approach to architectural design. Developed as a solution to the build and develop the existing sloping conditions of the land, the TR House project draws upon tile-cladding for privacy, light and stunning views in this three story home tucked away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Granada Tile
JANUARY 29, 2021
If you’re looking to upgrade your staircase, whether it’s a grand staircase, an outdoor stairway to your house or any other set of steps, cement tile is an outstanding option. Hand-poured cement tiles never fade, are low maintenance and can stand up to heavy wear and foot traffic for many years. Learn how hand-poured artisan cement tile can add a gorgeous touch to your staircase, and where you can find the best tiles available for your next project.
Why Tile
JANUARY 26, 2021
It’s time to get excited about doing laundry and design the laundry room of your dreams! Ceramic tile is a natural choice for laundry rooms with its low-maintenance benefits, waterproof installation system, versatile applications, and impressive design options. Why Ceramic Tile Is Ideal for Laundry Rooms Ceramic tile features an impressive “laundry list” of benefits:… The post Your Guide to Laundry Room Tile appeared first on Why Tile.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 28, 2021
By Reginald Tucker Floor Covering News , with the launch of The Great Reveal, is providing manufacturers with creative ways to get their new flooring products in front of specialty retailers around the country so they may be better prepared to present consumers with new products, colors and designs to help them complete their renovation projects. The raging coronavirus pandemic has forced convention and conference organizers to postpone winter and spring selling markets to later in the year—or
Architectural Ceramics
JANUARY 29, 2021
Week of January 25th, 2021. Following our mosaic feature in our top 5 design posts of the week, we thought it was only fitting to again pay tribute to national puzzle day (January 29th) and provide some fitting tunes for such an activity. This week our playlist features some of the highest-regarded classical and jazz music the world has to offer, in order to create the ultimate environment for focus and relaxation.
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Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens Inc.
JANUARY 29, 2021
If you love sleek lines, shiny finishes, and sophisticated color schemes, a contemporary kitchen could be right for you. How do you begin narrowing down your options? The goal is to formulate a cohesive design that suits your preferences and lifestyle. Begin by checking out our past projects for inspiration. Then, call Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens at 301-363-4064 or contact us online to schedule a consultation in MD, DC, or VA.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 27, 2021
Daltile’s extra-large Panoramic Porcelain Surfaces slab. Dallas, Texas—Continuing the identification of hot tile trends for 2021 , Daltile’s lead product designer, Laura Grilli, has added “Beautiful Luxe” as a sub-trend of the larger design movement of well-being. “Being surrounded by a beautiful context makes us feel better and contributes to our well-being,” explained Grilli.
Stone Update
JANUARY 26, 2021
The U.S. cites Vietnam for currency manipulation, but holds back on a unfair-trade tariff; more.
JG Kitchens
JANUARY 27, 2021
My third in a series of 2021 residential trend posts for the new year looks at my favorite -- wellness design. Once again, I chose to reach out to colleagues in the design industry for their inputs. I'm grateful for their contributions and eye candy. The post Six Key Residential Wellness Design Trends for 2021 comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.
Life of an Architect
JANUARY 24, 2021
Should architects date one another? How do you get your first client? Your greatest challenge? We answer your questions today on Ep 067: Ask the Show. The post Ep 067: Ask the Show first appeared on Life of an Architect. Continue reading Ep 067: Ask the Show at Life of an Architect. Should architects date one another? How do you get your first client?
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 29, 2021
John Saye. Austin, Texas—Full-service flooring provider, Fabulous Floors, has expanded into the Austin market through the opening of a sales office and warehouse. The office broadens Fabulous Floors’ Texas footprint as part of its strategy to grow through geographic expansion. “Austin and the broader I-35 corridor is one of the fastest growing regions in the United States,” said Rick Cain, president.
The A to Z of Building
JANUARY 28, 2021
Cementex, the safety tool specialists, announces the release of a new lift-front hood in their Ultralight Series of Arc Flash PPE. The lift-front hoods provide a larger viewing area through the.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 29, 2021
By Jason Spangler When a flooring failure occurs, one of the most common culprits is excess moisture. That goes for all types of flooring—yes, even waterproof flooring. Most people have a good understanding of the moisture-related risks associated with certain flooring materials. Wood, for example, readily absorbs moisture from its environment and is subject to warping, cupping, buckling, mold and mildew growth as well as other serious moisture-related issues.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 29, 2021
Manchester, N.H.—Despite the pandemic’s forced cancellation of its largest annual fundraiser, CCA Global Partners raised a net of $137,500 to support the Floor Covering Industry Foundation (FCIF) this past year. The 18 th annual Alan Greenberg Charity Golf Tournament, like many special events, was forced to take a raincheck in 2020. Nevertheless, the flooring community came together to make a difference for peers facing difficult times.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 28, 2021
Kay Bearfield. Dalton— Since 1981, the Floor Covering Industry Foundation (FCIF) has been assisting flooring members who are faced with catastrophic illnesses, life-altering injuries and severe disabilities. Last year, FCIF helped dozens of families across the U.S. by providing a FCIF grant for medical expenses and basic needs such as housing, transportation and food.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 26, 2021
Mohawk’s Dallas stop on it’s Momentum Roadshow is the first in-person event of its size in almost a year. Mohawk kicked off its Momentum Roadshow. An FCNews exclusive. By Steven Feldman and Megan Salzano. Dallas—Mohawk kicked off its Momentum Roadshow here this week, which serves as the first in-person trade show event of its size to take place in almost a year.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 26, 2021
Riverside, Calif.—Flexitions, a maker of stainable, flexible transition moldings, has launched its new Flexitions 2-in-1 Stair-Nose Riser Molding. The product is a patent-pending molding profile specifically designed for use within stair and step flooring installations. It is designed to eliminate the need for a traditional stair nose molding. The Flexitions 2-in-1 Stair-Nose Riser Molding can be used with many different hard surface flooring products, such as luxury vinyl plank flooring, wood f
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 28, 2021
By Ken Ryan This year more than 20 states will see increases in minimum wage for workers. Most of these changes took effect Jan. 1, although some states—including Connecticut, Nevada and Oregon—will see increases later in the year. Florida will join them in September. The hikes prompted the World Floor Covering Association (WFCA) to remind flooring retailers that just because they pay more than minimum wage doesn’t mean they can ignore the increases.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 29, 2021
CALI’s new four-SKU lineup offers an improved generation of cork while remaining true to the material’s sustainable roots. San Diego, Calif.— CALI is launching a new collection of cork flooring: CALI cork. The fresh, four-SKU lineup ushers in an improved generation of cork while remaining true to the material’s renewable and planet-safe roots.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 26, 2021
Marietta, Ga.—Market Maker Events, producers of the Flooring Markets, said the Gulf Coast Flooring Market, will now take place May 13-14, 2021 at the MS Coast Convention Center in Biloxi, Miss. It was originally scheduled for Feb. 25-26, 2021. “We feel the move of the GCFM to May is a great opportunity for our exhibitors to provide additional product roll outs as well as to ensure the comfort of our community,” said Barbara Stroup, managing partner of MME.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 26, 2021
Edison, N.J.—FloorFolio Industries has introduced its patented EnviroQuiet 4.0 LVT—a non-acclimation, loose lay or glue down option with EnviroQuiet’s unique characteristics. With a total gauge of 4mm, EnviroQuiet 4.0 provides end users the same singular installation but with advanced options. “We are extremely proud of our newest introduction,” said Michael Freedman, president and CEO of FloorFolio.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 29, 2021
(Second of three parts) By Jim Augustus Armstrong A s I said in part one of this series , most likely you took on the risk and hard work of owning a flooring dealership because you wanted a better life for yourself and your family, and you believed that being a flooring dealer was the best route to make that happen. Unfortunately, overwork is epidemic in our industry, with many dealers working 60-plus-hour work weeks and feeling burnt out.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 25, 2021
The price increase will impact commercial resilient products like Change Agent, seen here. Spartanburg, S.C.—Milliken announced price increases across its commercial soft surface and hard surface product lines. According to the company, it will initiate a 5% to 7% price increase for its commercial soft surface flooring and an increase of 6% to 10% for resilient flooring, which will take effect March 1, 2021.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 27, 2021
Max Holland. Marietta, Ga.— Max Holland has joined the FEI Group team as president of the home solutions division. Holland will also serve in the role of COO, working directly with FEI president, Graham Howerton, to manage the day-to-day operations of FEI. Holland will also play a strategic role with the rest of the FEI management team, developing the short-term and long-term strategies, initiatives and member programs for the company and the membership.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 26, 2021
Manchester, N.H.— CCA Global Partners announced plans to reconvene in person this summer during two virtual Power Connect sessions attended by members this month. This past summer’s convention was converted to a virtual event due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation. According to the group, the lack of in-person connection is felt by members, but morale remains high following a year that’s been rife with challenges.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 29, 2021
Since 1981, the Floor Covering Industry Foundation (FCIF) has been assisting flooring members who are faced with catastrophic illnesses, life-altering injuries and severe disabilities. Since its founding, the group has distributed more than $7 million in grants. Beneficiaries include flooring retailers, installers, retail salespeople, distributor personnel, mill employees and industry executives.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 29, 2021
CALI has launched its next generation of cork plank flooring, which is stronger, more water resistant and extra sustainable. Four colors offer easy neutrals made to refresh homes and add cushioned comfort. As a renewable resource, CALI cork is environmentally friendly, healthy and comfortable—the epitome of feel-good flooring. In this video, CALI’s Laura Nieto breaks down all the benefits of the company’s new cork flooring!
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 28, 2021
By Steven Feldman In what has become a tradition, I like to use this space in one of the first two issues of the year to reprint a portion of something that Pami Bhullar , retail trainer extraordinaire, sends me every year—his New Year’s resolutions for flooring professionals. He believes if retailers can implement at least three of the following resolutions and/or objectives, they will see improved results.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 28, 2021
Jim Aaron. Dalton—Continuing the expansion of its leadership team , Jim Aaron has been named the executive director of the Floor Covering Education Foundation (FCEF). Aaron will start in his new position in mid-February 2021. “For years, the floor covering industry has been challenged by a lack of qualified, skilled individuals who can install floor covering in homes and commercial settings,” said Scott Humphrey, chief executive officer of the WFCA.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 28, 2021
By Lizbeth Calandrino You’re not lazy, you just need to get motivated. That’s the conclusion I’ve come to in speaking with business owners and personal friends that I had not spoken to in months. Several shared that they couldn’t seem to get motivated. In fact, they described themselves as “lazy.” I was shocked! I hadn’t called anyone I would consider lazy.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 27, 2021
Washington, D.C.—In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, more Americans are interested in home purchasing, according to the National Association of Home Builder’s (NAHB) latest Housing Trends Report. The share of Americans who are considering home purchasing in the next 12 months was 15% in the fourth quarter of 2020, according to the report. That was four percentage points higher than a year earlier and the largest year-over-year gain in the three-year history of this series.
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