Tile of Spain USA
SEPTEMBER 23, 2020
Roca, Selva. Tile of Spain, the international brand representing over 120 ceramic tile manufacturers belonging to the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturer’s Association (ASCER), announces the update of the Tile of Spain USA Quick Ship Collection. The new catalog of Spanish tile now includes 30 ceramic tile companies and over 110 products that are available in the U.S.
Architectural Ceramics
SEPTEMBER 25, 2020
Week of September 21st, 2020. Do you remember the 21st night of September? We sure did! Not only is this week a celebration of the First Day of Fall, but it’s also a great chance to break out the ’70s hits – inspired, of course, by the famous Earth, Wind and Fire hit “September” Boogie your way into Autumn with this week’s playlist featuring 1970s hit music including funk, disco, and rock n’ roll!
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Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
Pendleton, S.C.—CTEF, the Ceramic Tile Education Foundation, has organized an online auction to take place in October to raise funds in support of its mission, which the COVID-19 pandemic has severely threatened. The online auction takes place from Oct. 21 at noon until Oct. 26 at 10 a.m. EDT and includes more than 50 items of particular relevance to tile installation professionals.
Giotile
SEPTEMBER 25, 2020
As one of the most sanitary surfacing choices available, ceramic tiles—including the exceptionally high-performing porcelain tile category—are the unequivocally right choice in a post-COVID world, especially in a commercial environment. When it comes to commercial surfacing, tile is truly a no-brainer for floors, and it should be for walls as well. The advantages of tile … The post GIO Looks at Commercial Tile Trends for Walls appeared first on Gio Tile.
Ceramic Tile Education Foundation
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
Are you getting ready to stock up on tile installation tools, products, and materials? If yes, then please mark your calendar for the October CTEF Online Auction.
Architectural Ceramics
SEPTEMBER 21, 2020
Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. Here comes September bringing us cooler weather, pre-holiday pandemic planning, and of course the hit song by 1970s band Earth, Wind and Fire, September ! If you don’t start humming the music whenever you hear that legendary tune, we’re not sure you’re ready for Fall. But if you miss the days of shag carpets, bright colors, peace signs and platform shoes, you’re in the right place.
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 23, 2020
My City New York. Dallas, Texas—With Gensler, a leading global design and architectural firm, serving as the design consultant, Daltile recently created and launched three new tile lines—My City, Sector and Flat. The fashion-driven , cement-look lines feature unique sub-collections and align with one of the hottest trends in the design industry, urban industrial style, the company said.
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Stone Update
SEPTEMBER 21, 2020
MSI Plans U.S. Midwest Enhancement; NTCA Tilesetters of the Year; more.
JG Kitchens
SEPTEMBER 23, 2020
The latest information is that Covid-19 is far more transmissible than earlier believed, spreading in aerosolized form far beyond the six foot radius long recommended for social distancing, especially in closed, poorly-ventilated spaces. This will impact school and business reopenings, but can also put you and your loved ones at risk where you live!
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 24, 2020
Savannah, Ga.—The National Floorcovering Alliance (NFA) is convening here this week —marking the first time in more than six months that a major, in-person industry trade event has been held—with safety as its top priority. Prior to the event, NFA management said the decision to hold the fall meeting was done with an abundance of caution. Before the meeting was given the green light , numerous discussions among the board, NFA members and core vendors took place covering safety and health precau
Kitchen and Residential Design
SEPTEMBER 19, 2020
Your home represents a significant financial investment, and to maintain your property’s value and keep your home safe and comfortable year-round, you must perform annual maintenance. The average cost of annual home maintenance was $1,105 as of 2020, but you may have higher costs if you own an older home. Investing in routine maintenance now can save you from the cost of emergency repairs tomorrow.
The A to Z of Building
SEPTEMBER 21, 2020
Washington is the US state with the highest pipeline value of construction projects that are in the execution stage, and this is reflected in the rapid growth the state has seen in construction.
Trendir Magazine
SEPTEMBER 25, 2020
September is officially here! Meaning fall decor is finally making a bold entrance and we are absolutely ready. Not only is it a beautiful season but it’s one of the best times to decorate your home in an array of colors that make any space come to life with a transitional cozy appeal. There’ something about fall décor that seems to always feel fresh yet warm all at once.
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 23, 2020
Registration is now open for the 2021 Flooring Markets. Marietta, Ga.—Market Maker Events (MME) is moving forward with its regional Flooring Markets for the first quarter of 2021 , and registration is now open. The decision to hold an in-person event was based on a combination of factors, the show said, including exhibitor and retail attendee surveys showing support for the event as well as strict measures show management plans to put in place to ensure the safety of all involved.
Kitchen and Residential Design
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
The planning and creation of your new kitchen is an exciting time but if you don’t plan and prepare for it properly, it can quickly turn into a nightmare. As excited as you may be for the renovation, it can also be a chaotic and stressful experience. Keeping the following tips in mind when undertaking a kitchen remodel can help keep the chaos at bay and the sleepless nights away. via Create a Mood Board Deciding on a style you love and making it come to life in your new kitchen is most certainly
The A to Z of Building
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
Polyglass U.S.A., Inc., a leading manufacturer of roofing and waterproofing systems, announces Elastoflex SA V Polar Base™ and Elastoflex SA P Polar Cap™ Optimized for performance in.
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 23, 2020
Rick Cain. Carrollton, Texas—Fabulous Floors has named Rick Cain—formerly vice president of sales—to president of the company. He takes over for Joel Alhadef, who is retiring after 33 years running the company. In his previous role, Cain led Fabulous Floors’ expansion efforts in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, Florida, Massachusetts, Georgia, New York, Virginia, California and Oregon.
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 25, 2020
Cleveland, Ohio—Sherwin-Williams named its 2021 Color of the Year: Urbane Bronze. A warm, sophisticated bronze, the color is a rich anchor that grounds the mind in calm and stability with its ties to the natural world, the company said. “The home is now the ultimate retreat from the world, and color is an easy and effective way to create a personal haven,” said Sue Wadden, director of color marketing at Sherwin-Williams.
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
The U.S. corporate headquarters of Karndean Designflooring in Pittsburgh. Export, Pa.—The U.S. corporate headquarters of Karndean Designflooring, a market leader in luxury vinyl tile (LVT) flooring , has been named one of Pittsburgh’s Top Workplaces for the 9 th consecutive year by The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. “At Karndean our employees have always been, and will always be, our greatest asset,” said Bill Anderson, CEO.
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 25, 2020
By Steven Feldman. After six long months, the world returned to normal—if only for three short days. No, it wasn’t a dream. It was the National Floorcovering Association’s long-awaited fall meeting , the industry’s first in-person event since March. And it went off safely and without a hitch. There were many in this industry who expressed skepticism that the NFA could pull this off in the midst of pandemic.
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 25, 2020
Domotex Hannover will now be held May 18-20. Hannover, Germany—Responding to market requests, the May 2021 Domotex show has been brought forward by two days. According to Domotex, following the postponement of Domotex from January to May 2021, exhibitors from the D-A-CH region expressed reservations about holding the event at the beginning of the Whitsun weekend.
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 24, 2020
Miami, Fla.—Tile of Spain, the international brand representing more than 120 ceramic tile manufacturers belonging to the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturer’s Association (ASCER), has updated the Tile of Spain USA Quick Ship collection. The new catalog of Spanish tile now includes 30 ceramic tile companies and more than 110 products that are available in the U.S.
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
Deerfield Beach, Fla.—MAPEI has introduced its smoothest, high-flow, self-leveling underlayment available, Novoplan HFL. Designed for use on interior concrete and engineer-approved concrete floors, Novoplan HFL moves quickly for ease of application. “It basically allows contractors to pour the floor and go,” said Jeff Johnson, business manager for MAPEI’s floor covering installation systems line.
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 25, 2020
Colombus, Ohio— Starnet , a network of full-service independent flooring contractors, has announced that DeBenedetto’s Commercial Flooring, a Lynx Company, of Portland, Oregon, has joined the partnership as a new member. Founded in 2012, DeBenedetto’s is a full-service commercial flooring contractor offering carpet, tile, resilient, wood, concrete (including surface preparation) and resinous flooring products and installation.
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 23, 2020
By Ken Ryan. EJ Welch Company, a division of Center Rock Capital Partners’ Merit Distribution Group, has signed a letter of intent to acquire controlling interest in T&L Distributing. The transaction is expected to take effect Sept. 30, according to Tom Karol, CEO of T&L Distributing, who announced the deal. With more than 50 years in flooring and sundry distribution, EJ Welch’s footprint spans 14 states with 25 locations.
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
By Ken Ryan. SAR Floors’ customers have done brisk business with the company’s Versailles line of SPC flooring, which is shown here. The LVT category is populated with manufacturers trying to carve out a niche in the multi-billion-dollar business. That means suppliers looking to claim their piece of the pie in today’s market require expert execution and a range of skills—from product quality to outstanding service.
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
By Ken Ryan. Marketing Mastery webinar panelists urged retailers to build community during times of crisis. The way you behave during a crisis like COVID-19 is what your customers will remember—not what type of sale you ran or product you sold. That observation from Lizbeth Calandrino , flooring industry consultant and long-time FCNews columnist, was one of many insights offered during the Sept. 14 Marketing Mastery webinar—titled “Floor dealer success during the COVID-19 crisis”—sponsored by FC
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 21, 2020
By Reginald Tucker. When Michelle Winters, co-owner of Texas-based New Braunfels Flooring , launched the Women of the Flooring Business group on social media last year, the goal was to exalt female store owners while offering a platform to share best practices. The initiative is progressing as planned, she said, as increased participation across the industry is helping the group boost its profile.
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 21, 2020
By Reginald Tucker. BelleLuxe, from the Karastan collection of high-end hardwood launched in 2019, was designed to appeal to the discerning consumer. In the flooring industry—much like other fashion-oriented businesses —trends come and go. But when it comes to hardwood flooring, one movement in particular seems to be defying the ages—wide-plank, long-length boards.
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 21, 2020
Chicago—NeoCon is extending the deadline for program proposals for the 2021 event, to be held here June 14–16 at theMART. In light of today’s environment, the NeoCon team said it will continue to accept submissions through Dec. 1, 2020. The extension allows thought leaders in the design and built environment additional time to submit their ideas for timely and compelling programming on a vast range of topics and educational tracks.
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
Mountville, Pa.—AHF Products is launching Robbins Pro-Tekt, a new line of rigid core products. The new introduction addresses customer demand for a wood floor alternative with the quality and fine design associated with the Robbins brand, and like all Robbins products will be sold direct to retailers, the company said. “In today’s competitive flooring market , retailers are looking for ways to increase sales while maintaining a focus on stylish, quality product offerings,” said Michael O’H
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 21, 2020
By Reginald Tucker. Several AHF Products’ brands will cost more money this fall. Pictured is Hydropel from Bruce. Floor covering retailers can expect to pay a little more for hardwood flooring this fall, as several brands have announced price hikes ranging from 4%-8% on select products. Earlier this month AHF Products announced it will increase prices on hardwood products in the U.S. and Canada averaging 4%-6%, effective Oct. 19.
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 24, 2020
Schönox HPS North America, Inc. has launched its October lineup of online technical training and seminars. The sessions provide opportunities to learn about the full range of its products, installation tips and subfloor preparation details. Online training webinars and CEUs are available now due to COVID-19 travel restrictions. The new sessions are as follows: Schönox Training: Basics 101.
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
Dalton—Throughout the pandemic , Tom Jennings, WFCA ’s vice president of professional development, has shared valuable insights for retailers through short video lessons launched weekly. This week, Jennings has launched part three off a multi-part series, available above, titled “Lessons learned from informercials.” In this episode, Jennings talks about how infomercial salespeople never make a presentation that they fail to visibly demonstrate the superiority of their product.
The A to Z of Building
SEPTEMBER 21, 2020
The European Women In Construction & Engineering Awards has been designed to find the most exemplary women within construction and engineering across Europe. Carol Massay, CEO of EasyBuild To.
The A to Z of Building
SEPTEMBER 25, 2020
Peab has been commissioned to build a new main street in Skårersletta in Lørenskog outside Oslo. The customer is Lørenskog Municipality and the contract is worth NOK 428 million.
Floor Covering News
SEPTEMBER 22, 2020
Mohamed Farid Khamis. Atlanta—Mohamed Farid Khamis, founder of Oriental Weavers, passed away at Emory Hospital, here, on Sept. 19, 2020, due to complications from a long-term illness. Khamis was a legendary businessman in the global area rug industry and built on that success to expand his enterprise into other industries, which created opportunities for a growing workforce in Egypt and beyond.
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