Granada Tile
MARCH 30, 2023
Cement tiles have been used in homes and buildings for decades, and for good reason. They are versatile, durable, and come in a variety of colors and patterns. However, not all cement tiles are created equal. Choosing the right manufacturer is important to ensure that you get high-quality tiles that will last for years to come. Here’s what you need to know when selecting cement tiles.
Floor Covering News
MARCH 27, 2023
T he tile category is awash with benefits to the end consumer. However, making the sale can sometimes be laborious for the retail sales associate. With that in mind, tile suppliers are touting new-and-improved merchandising concepts designed to support the sale. Following are the latest in tile merchandising concepts: D altile Daltile’s Statements 2.0 “Showroom Within A Showroom” is the brand’s innovative new point-of-purchase concept designed to simplify the tile selection process for customers
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Why Tile
MARCH 30, 2023
Are you getting as excited about Coverings as we are? Our review of 2023 tile trends keeps building our anticipation of the show — so let’s check out another! From high-end homes to hospitality interiors, darker hues are being used to give spaces a sense of modern elegance and edginess. Dark interiors can be calming… The post 2023 Tile Trends: Darkening appeared first on Why Tile.
Giotile
MARCH 28, 2023
It’s been a few months since our last new product roundup, and we have a plethora of fabulous new tile collections to share. In our ongoing mission to continue to offer our customers the latest in sophisticated and innovative tile products, we are consistently adding exciting new floor and wall tile collections to the GIO … The post GIO Tile’s New Product Review appeared first on Gio Tile.
Garden State Tile Blog
MARCH 28, 2023
Garden State Tile has officially opened the doors to its newest showroom in the Philadelphia Metropolitan Area, which has been relocated to Chestnut Hill, PA (affectionately known as the Garden District). The new luxury showroom, located at 7800 Germantown Avenue, is just 10 miles from the previous Center City Location. It is conveniently nestled amongst an abundance of other design centers, boutique shops, art galleries, and eateries in Chestnut Hill’s historic shopping district.
Floor Covering News
MARCH 27, 2023
Los Angeles—Emser Tile has released its 2023 Trend Report, highlighting concepts that it says designers will be focused on this year. The report outlines five key areas of design, as well as specific color and format trends to expect. The five design trends to watch for include: Natural Beauty; Style Statement; Textural Movement; Wellness Wonder; and Al Fresco Attitude.
Rubble Tile
MARCH 27, 2023
For over 130 years Mosa has been manufacturing tiles using the purest materials and the magic of innovative Dutch design. By embracing the Cradle to Cradle sustainability philosophy and a commitment to design, Mosa has become one of the most innovative tile makers in the.
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JG Kitchens
MARCH 29, 2023
One person I wrote about in this week's post couldn't leave her home for almost three years because both entrances had stairs! Harvard's Joint Center for Housing Studies pointed to the accessibility deficit in its 2023 housing report and noted that more help is needed, especially for millions of people who can't afford to modify their homes. The post We Need More Accessible Housing!
Floor Covering News
MARCH 29, 2023
The idea of ecommerce is still in its infancy within the world of flooring. While the concept has found success within some home improvement-related industries—like home décor, furnishings and even electronics—flooring is a much different animal. What makes online sales less than ideal for retailers and consumers alike is the fact that flooring is best sold in-person where shoppers can see and feel the real thing.
The A to Z of Building
MARCH 30, 2023
Concrete is a highly utilized material across the world, and regarding human resources, only water surpasses concrete in terms of its level of consumption. A group of scientists at Rice.
Floor Covering News
MARCH 27, 2023
Every two weeks, FCNews seeks out flooring retailers across the country to offer their advice on hot topics of the day. This week we asked: How do you retain your best installers? Here are their responses: “We listen to our installers regarding any new ideas they can bring to the table. We also are very supportive about buying new tools that might improve job quality and allow them to pay us back on time.
Floor Covering News
MARCH 28, 2023
Dalton—EF Contract has launched WaterColors, its latest carpet tile. Billed as a study in color, near solid color for each tile span from neutrals to bold, chromatic colorways. Set against patterned flooring, WaterColors brings out those patterns and is excellent at delineating spaces and used for wayfinding. “The collection tells such a great color story, with rich saturated color throughout,” said Susan Curtis, director of product design and development.
Floor Covering News
MARCH 28, 2023
Dalton—CalRecycle directed the California Carpet Stewardship Program (CARE) to increase the carpet differential assessment effective April 1, 2023. The increase is necessary, according to the organization, to protect the health of the California Carpet Stewardship Program, including the financial stability of the collectors, processors and recyclers.
Floor Covering News
MARCH 31, 2023
Cartersville, Ga.—Shaw Contract launched New Path, its first carbon neutral carpet tile collection constructed on the company’s StrataWorx backing. Utilizing EcoSolution Q100 fiber technology in its construction, New Path achieves the lowest embodied carbon footprint of any Shaw Contract carpet tile collection released to date. “This launch not only demonstrates our commitment to reducing the carbon footprint of our products but also our commitment to helping our customers and end us
Floor Covering News
MARCH 30, 2023
A s flooring professionals know all too well, a job isn’t complete until the proper finishing touches—moldings, accessories, sundries—have been installed. With so much importance placed on these add-ons, it’s no wonder the 2023 winter markets were flush with new offerings. Here’s a sampling of some of the innovative flooring accessories making their debut: FN Neuhofer Holz Austria-based FN Neuhofer Holz returned to Surfaces this year to showcase its latest innovations in flooring accessory syste
Floor Covering News
MARCH 27, 2023
Edison, N.J.—FloorFolio Industries has launched the Chalet Collection, the second LVT from its spring 2023 lineup. “Chalet is the most natural visual FloorFolio has ever created,” said Michael Freedman, president and CEO. “The depth and graphics of the patten are unmatched in our industry today. The design was recreated from actual real timber samples to produce an amazing life-like visual.
Floor Covering News
MARCH 30, 2023
The Woodlands, Texas — Encina Development Group, a producer of ISCC+ circular chemicals from end-of-life plastics, has announced a new recycling partnership with Shaw Industries Group. Under the agreement, Shaw will provide Encina with more than 2 million pounds of waste materials from its carpet manufacturing processes annually. This effort will reduce Shaw’s greenhouse gas emissions and carbon footprint while contributing to its long-standing sustainability commitment, which encompasses its Cr
Floor Covering News
MARCH 29, 2023
Calhoun, Ga.— Pergo Extreme is continuing to expand its portfolio with 16 new introductions and advancing its existing waterproof warranty by adding WetProtect technology to every product across all three performance tiers: Originals, Preferred and Ultra. “Pergo Extreme bolsters bold performance, so adding complete waterproof protection to all three performance tiers is the natural next step,” said Adam Ward, Mohawk’s vice president of product management, resilient.
Floor Covering News
MARCH 28, 2023
Dalton—The Certified Flooring Installer (CFI) program and the National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) will offer credit toward their certifications for students completing the Floor Covering Education Foundation’s (FCEF) “Basic Floor Covering Installation” program (BFCI) offered throughout its network of technical colleges and schools. “Our program is primarily focused on getting individuals started in flooring and teaching them basic skills,” shared Jim Aaron, executive director, FCEF.
Floor Covering News
MARCH 28, 2023
Dalton—The World Floor Covering Association (WFCA) released a new “Tuesday Tips” this week. In the series, WFCA experts presents short video tips for improving customer service and optimizing staff performance. In the end, it’s all about understanding the importance of being 1% better than your competition. In this week’s Tuesday Tip , Tom Jennings reminds us that it’s important to know where your customer is in their decision making process, which allows you to help them through the pur
Floor Covering News
MARCH 28, 2023
I t’s clear that video marketing is more than a mere fad—Instagram now prioritizes reels and TikTok was named the top social media app of 2022 by Forbes. Increasingly, market-savvy companies are embracing the switch from staged photos with pristine product placement to more genuine, relatable video content—including flooring dealers. Floor Covering News spoke with several social media and digital marketing experts in flooring to get their take on video and how more flooring retailers can utilize
Floor Covering News
MARCH 31, 2023
It’s no secret that in recent years credit card fees have been nipping at floor covering retailers’ profit margins. According to the Merchants Payments Coalition, an organization that represents retailers and others fighting for a more competitive and transparent card system, credit and debit card swipe fees have more than doubled over the past decade—soaring to 25% in 2021 alone to a record $137.8 billion.
Floor Covering News
MARCH 27, 2023
Raleigh, N.C.—The North American Laminate Flooring Association (NALFA) returned here last week for its annual spring meeting. Hosted by and at N.C. State University, the Association’s first and only laboratory testing and educational member since 1997. Representatives from Classen Group; Kaindl Flooring GmbH; Kronospan USA; Mannington Mills Inc.; Mohawk Industries; Shaw Industries Group, Inc.; SWISS KRONO USA; Framerica Corporation; MP Global Products; Pak-Lite, Inc.; Schattdecor; Selit North Am
The A to Z of Building
MARCH 29, 2023
Norfolk House once served as the headquarters for Operation Overlord, the Allied invasion of German-occupied Western Europe at the end of the Second World War. Now, it has been converted into a new.
Floor Covering News
MARCH 28, 2023
Oberlin, Ohio—The entry period for the Natural Stone Institute (NSI) awards program is now open. The association announced a call for entries for the Pinnacle Awards, Tucker Design Awards, Industry Recognition Awards and scholarship program. The Pinnacle Awards honor projects whose beauty, creativity, ingenuity and craftsmanship exemplify professional mastery in the use of natural stone for commercial and residential applications.
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