Tile of Spain USA
JULY 15, 2021
Coverings , the largest international tile and stone exhibition in North America, celebrates two projects featuring Tile of Spain products during this year’s annual Coverings Installation & Design (CID) Awards. The CID Awards, held on July 8 th , 2021, celebrate outstanding achievements in architecture, design and the installation of tile and stone, in both residential and commercial projects.
Floor Covering News
JULY 15, 2021
Orlando, Fla.— The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) created the Dan Hecox Service Award to be given out annually at Coverings. The first recipients are John Roberts and Woody Sanders, two tile industry professionals and certified tile installers who go above and beyond in support of the CTEF mission to raise the quality of ceramic tile installation, according to the foundation.
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JG Kitchens
JULY 14, 2021
My latest piece focuses on creating a work from home space in your living room, both for one person and two. I hope it's helpful to you or maybe someone you know. The post Design Pros Share Tips For Living Room-Based Work From Home Spaces comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.
Life of an Architect
JULY 11, 2021
Managing design vision, personalities, budget, and construction techniques are just a few things discussed today in Episode 79 “Designing a House”. The post Ep 079: Designing a House first appeared on Life of an Architect. Continue reading Ep 079: Designing a House at Life of an Architect.
Kitchen and Residential Design
JULY 16, 2021
Replacing the old, worn-out windows with new ones can significantly improve the overall appearance of your home. If you’re planning to replace the windows, it can be a challenging process with various options to consider. For many homeowners, replacing them is a significant investment that requires proper planning to get the best results. New windows significantly impact houses.
Floor Covering News
JULY 15, 2021
By Megan Salzano Orlando, Fla.—After a two-year hiatus of in-person events and a one-year layoff from the show itself, Coverings 2021 kicked off here July 8-10 at the Orlando Convention Center, where it welcomed more than 350 exhibitors representing more than 20 countries across 240,000 square feet of space. While there was a lingering question mark as to what attendance would look like at one of the first large-scale, in-person events to take place in the U.S., close to 10,000 attendees showed
The A to Z of Building
JULY 16, 2021
Following a difficult start to the year for Western Europe’s construction industry, which contracted by 6.4% in 2020, economic activity has picked up significantly since the spring and is.
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Kitchen and Residential Design
JULY 12, 2021
Did you know that as of 2015, air conditioning accountant for about 12% of the total amount of energy used in homes in the US alone? That means that a relatively significant portion of your total bills goes towards it. In some households, up to 50% of the electric bill goes to it. Naturally, you want to keep the expense low but still get maximum benefits from your AC.
Floor Covering News
JULY 15, 2021
Oberlin, Ohio—The Natural Stone Institute has confirmed that the remaining events in the 2021 Stone Industry Education Series will take place in person. The stone summits are scheduled in five cities throughout the U.S. After a successful pivot to Virtual Stone Summits in 2020 and early 2021, the remaining in-person events for 2021 will cover topics relevant to stone fabricators including maximizing shop efficiency and profits, using metrics to measure success, understanding OSHA safety regulati
The A to Z of Building
JULY 16, 2021
The construction industry output in Northeast Asia is forecast to record a growth of 6.8% in 2021, rising from US$4.47 trillion in 2020 to US$4.77 trillion in 2021 and accounting for 40% of the.
Onfloor Technology
JULY 14, 2021
When you're newer to the concrete floor game, various tool options can be confusing and overwhelming. It can take some time to get used to your workflow and learn what techniques work best for your business.
Kitchen and Residential Design
JULY 12, 2021
A lot of us have excessive clothes. We all have some shirts from a couple of years ago that we haven't worn in the last year, and yet, we keep buying new ones. We keep trying to cram more into our overflowing and old closets, which results in garments that are difficult to find in the jumble of cluttered cabinets. However, there is a single solution that can fix all those problems.
Floor Covering News
JULY 12, 2021
Anderson, S.C.—While last year was difficult for the U.S. ceramic tile market due to the COVID-19 health crisis, 2021 is off to an excellent start, according to the Tile Council of North America (TCNA). U.S. Tile Consumption Overview. Through Q1 2021, total U.S. ceramic tile consumption was up 17.8% by volume vs. Q1 2020. If the current pace continues for the full year, U.S. consumption could reach a record-high of 3.34 billion square feet.
Floor Covering News
JULY 15, 2021
By Reginald Tucker When custom home builder, George Royce, was looking for a radiant subfloor heating system for his eco-friendly, ranch-style home in Wellington, Nev., he looked high and low for a product that was energy efficient, simple to install, long lasting and, of course, dependable. He found a product with all those attributes and much more when he stumbled upon Step Warmfloor, an innovative radiant heating system with self-regulating properties.
Floor Covering News
JULY 16, 2021
Indusparquet team members at NWFA’s Wood Flooring Expo. Orlando, Fla.—The National Wood Flooring Association’s (NWFA) 2021 Wood Flooring Expo , held here from July 7-9 at the Orange County Convention Center, saw more than 2,500 attendees, numerous in-person networking opportunities and a wide variety of education sessions. NWFA and the Coverings international tile and stone exhibition organizers co-located to simultaneously bring attendees to the NWFA’s 2021 Wood Flooring Expo
Floor Covering News
JULY 16, 2021
By Elisabeth McGowan Out with the old, in with the new. That’s what adhesives suppliers are touting as they showcase new formulations designed to go the extra mile to improve flooring installations. Amid higher end-user expectations and rising industry standards, adhesive manufacturers have rolled out new innovative enhancements and brand-new iterations of glues meant to boost performance and ease of use.
Floor Covering News
JULY 12, 2021
Solon, Ohio—Tarkett said it has entered into a distribution partnership with Summit Flooring Supply. Effective immediately, Tarkett said Summit Flooring will represent the company’s resilient product portfolio with a footprint that spans the Kansas, Missouri, Southern Illinois, Nebraska, Wyoming and Colorado markets. The agreement expands Tarkett’s distribution network, enhancing the company’s ability to effectively respond to the needs of commercial customers in the market, according to the com
Floor Covering News
JULY 14, 2021
Mexico City, Mexico—Given the interest by all segments of the Mexican tile industry to reconnect in person, and with the reopening of other international tradeshows in Mexico, the organizing committee of Obra Blanca Expo said it will move forward with its event. The expo is scheduled to take place here at Expo Sante Fe from October 12-14, 2021. Building off Obra Blanca Expo’s successful launch in 2019, show organizers said they are putting together another exciting and dynamic event to provide a
Floor Covering News
JULY 15, 2021
By Reginald Tucker Orlando, Fla.—When the COVID-19 pandemic hit in earnest in the U.S. in March of 2020, it put the kibosh on many in-person industry conferences, including the annual NWFA Expo, which was scheduled to kick off in Milwaukee in April that year. But instead of canceling the event outright, association management put a quick plan in action to hold a virtual conference—its first.
Floor Covering News
JULY 15, 2021
Bologna, Italy— Ceramics of Italy is now accepting applications for its inaugural Destination: Cersaie | Bologna program. North American architects and designers are invited to apply for the chance to attend a CEU-accredited trip for five days at Cersaie—the International Exhibition of Ceramic Tile and Bathroom Furnishings—taking place from Sept. 27-Oct. 1, 2021 here at the Bologna Exhibition Centre.
Floor Covering News
JULY 12, 2021
Crash Blue colorway of the PGS brand, Happy Floors. Los Angeles, Calif.—Platinum Equity acquired Paramount Global Surfaces (PGS), a developer, importer and distributor of proprietary porcelain tile and other hard surface floor coverings used primarily in remodel and replacement solutions by both residential and commercial end users. Financial terms have not been disclosed.
Floor Covering News
JULY 15, 2021
By Steven Feldman Newport Beach, Calif.—Floor covering specialty retailers may have lost the Stainmaster brand, but something new is coming down the pike that has the potential to have the most exposure at the consumer level since Pergo. The buzz is around Christina Haack, the face behind the “Flip or Flop” and “Christina on the Coast” HGTV series. In this FCNews exclusive, we sat down with Christina to learn more about her namesake SPC launch.
Floor Covering News
JULY 14, 2021
Crossville’s Ossido porcelain tile panel collection. Crossville, Tenn.— Crossville launched its new Ossido porcelain tile panel collection at Coverings 2021. The panels are crafted to evoke the look of materials left in the elements to weather and oxidize, and are captured at the peak point of visual appeal in durable porcelain that won’t corrode or transfer with time, according to the company.
Floor Covering News
JULY 16, 2021
Following is the tenth edition of the Real Wood Coalition editorial coverage , which can also be seen in the July 12/19 print edition of FCNews. These features include educational insights, new and staple hardwood products and a spotlight featuring one of the Coalition’s members. A new edition of RWC coverage will be available in every print issue of FCNews throughout the year.
Floor Covering News
JULY 14, 2021
Donald S. Rado, 89, past-president and CEO of All Tile and past-president of the National Association of Floor Covering Distributors (NAFCD), has passed away. Rado was born in 1932 to Herman and Besse Rado in Alliance, Ohio. He met his wife Nora while the two attended The Ohio State University where he was a member of the Sigma Alpha Mu fraternity and an ROTC Cadet.
Floor Covering News
JULY 16, 2021
By Adam Joss Do you like to fly? How about turbulence? Many times, when I’m flying, I feel completely comfortable. Whether I am listening to music, reading or just relaxing, it’s smooth sailing. Then, all of a sudden, the plane jolts up, then down. The fasten seat belt bell dings. At that point, I start looking at the expressions of the flight attendants and listening to engine sounds as if I actually know what sound they should make.
Floor Covering News
JULY 15, 2021
Washington, D.C.—The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) released its NAHB Royal Building Products Remodelers Market Index (RMI) for the second quarter, posting a reading of 87—up 14 points from the second quarter of 2020. The finding is a signal of residential remodelers’ confidence in their markets for projects of all sizes. “Remodelers in many parts of the country are experiencing very strong demand for their services,” said Steve Cunningham, NAHB remodelers chair, CAPS, CGP, a remod
Floor Covering News
JULY 14, 2021
Dalton—A veteran truck driver for Shaw Industries , Agustin “Augie” Tamayo, was inducted into the National Private Truck Council/Omnitracs Driver Hall of Fame. Shaw said it will hold a private award ceremony for Tamayo in the coming weeks to celebrate the milestone. The National Private Truck Council (NPTC) is the national trade association dedicated exclusively to representing private motor carrier fleets.
Floor Covering News
JULY 13, 2021
Hannover, Germany—As Domotex prepares to enter its 33rd season, its 2022 show, to be held here January 13-16, “Cover New Ground” will be the event’s lead theme. According to show organizers, the theme was chosen to give center stage to topics of major current and future societal relevance, namely natural and sustainable environments for work and living.
Floor Covering News
JULY 13, 2021
Mountville, Pa.— AHF Products introduced Dogwood densified wood flooring featuring a patent-pending process that creates “densified wood:” a 100% natural wood floor that is resistant to scratches, gouges, dents, pet nails and accidents, according to the company. Scratch and dent damage caused by dogs is a leading reason why homeowners think they can’t have hardwood floors, AHF Products said.
Floor Covering News
JULY 12, 2021
Washington D.C.—The overall economy has 9.2 million unfilled jobs, nearly 300,000 of which are in the construction sector, according to the latest data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics and a report by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). Labor is expected to be a rising challenge for construction firms as the overall labor market heals in the coming quarters.
Kitchen and Residential Design
JULY 12, 2021
Photo by Daniela Gisin-Krumsick on Unsplash A kitchen is the heart of a home and you can tell by the amount of money people are willing to pay for it to be remodeled. Apart from the value that remodeling adds to your home, you are also inconvenienced for a while so you have to be psychologically prepared. To avoid straining yourself further, do your homework and get a professional kitchen remodeling company.
Floor Covering News
JULY 16, 2021
By Jim Augustus Armstrong “I’m having trouble getting my salespeople to do what I tell them,” a frustrated dealer told me during a recent coaching call. It was common for her (the manager) to spend hours going back, fixing errors and doing things that got missed—all of which caused a lot of frustration for everyone involved. She has worked in her father’s flooring business most of her life, and she was stepping into a bigger leadership role.
Floor Covering News
JULY 13, 2021
Eagan, Minn.—Inside Edge Commercial Interior Services, a national project management and flooring installation company, acquired commercial flooring contractor, JKP Flooring, which specializes in occupied office spaces. Inside Edge onboards JKP as part of a vision to have a physical presence in the top 35 markets across the country, according to the company.
Floor Covering News
JULY 15, 2021
By Steven Feldman So, when I got the call I was a bit confused. “Christina is doing her first branded flooring line.”. “Who is Christina?”. “You know, Christina from HGTV.”. It seemed Steve from FCNews was the only person on the planet who didn’t know who Christina from HGTV was. But apparently the 20 million people who watch her shows every year do—and a whole lot more, I eventually learned.
Floor Covering News
JULY 14, 2021
Salem, N.J.—Due to continued significant increased costs in both raw materials and freight , Mannington and Phenix will increase prices on both hard and soft surface products and sundries. Mannington will increase prices on select LVT collections, select hardwood collections and all sheet vinyl products between 6% and 10% and 15% on adhesives and sundries.
Kitchen and Residential Design
JULY 12, 2021
Photo by zibik on Unsplash Finally you have made a decision of hiring a cleaning company that uses hot water. But do you know the qualities of the company you want to hire from? Let’s have a look at some of those qualities so they can assist you in making the final decision. Experience and Reviews Get to know what the past clients of a potential cleaning company have to say.
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