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Salone 2021: The Most Exciting Tile Trends from FuoriSalone

As The Tile Turns

Inspiration can be found in all corners of the globe, but nothing quite compares to Italian finery. From textiles to stone and everything in between, Italian professionals set the stage for some of the most exciting and impressive trends.

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Granada Cement Tiles on Your Favorite Interior Magazines

Granada Tile

Over the years, world-class designers have utilized our stylish encaustic cement tiles to create astonishing designs. Get inspired by exploring these expert features in some of the most noteworthy magazines. Heather Taylor in Domino: Cozy Comfort. Photographer: Justin Chung | Designer: Heather Taylor of Heather Taylor Home. The April 2021 issue of Domino magazine showcased a home remodeling project by famed designer Heather Taylor.

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To Respect and Remember

Diary of a Tile Addict

This recently completed monument is restoring dignity and respect to those buried at the Delaware State Hospital, a former psychiatric institution known to locals as ‘Farnhurst’ The Spiral Cemetery. Without names, dates of birth, or any reference to family, the hospital’s deceased were intially identified only by numbered white granite cubes laid in concentric circles in the Spiral Cemetery.

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FCIF raises $250,000 at 40th Anniversary Gala

Floor Covering News

New York—More than 200 leaders in the flooring industry gathered here recently to celebrate the 40th Anniversary of the Floor Covering Industry Foundation (FCIF) at the Rainbow Room atop the famed Rockefeller Plaza. The foundation raised over $250,000 to support flooring industry workers battling catastrophic illnesses during the event. “The 40th Anniversary Gala, along with our annual donations, is a true testament to the caring power of the floor covering industry,” said Andrea Blackbourn, exe

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Order Your CTEF + THF Coloring Book: Fund-Raiser!

Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

Support the tile industry, de-stress with tile inspiration, give a gift that makes tile education, certification, and heritage possible. All that just in time for the holidays! Or for any occasion. Order your CTEF + THF Coloring Book Today!

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VIRTUAL CEU- SUSTAINABILITY IN TILE AND STONE

Realstone

VIRTUAL CEU- SUSTAINABILITY IN TILE AND STONE. PRESENTED BY REALSTONE SYSTEMS AND LATICRETE. December 15TH, 11:00 EST. Register Here > CEU Course for architects & designers. AIA-07 Sustainability in Tile and Stone Installations. This generic educational seminar will provide architects and specifiers with information on how to specify and use tile and stone to promote a healthy building environment.

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Ceramic Tiles with an Artisan Look at Rubble Tile

Rubble Tile

Many of the most popular and celebrated tile lines we showcase here at Rubble Tile have something in common: they combine the timeless elegance of traditional style with an updated, contemporary feel. The Studio collection by ADEX USA shines in this regard, with glossy field.

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Gazete Azulejos

Diary of a Tile Addict

The vibrantly tiled façades of Portugal’s homes are one of the country’s most iconic sights, but those sights are disappearing. Attempting to preserve the tiling legacy before it disappears entirely is Gazete Azulejos. Rodolfo de Araújo Firmeza. Once handmade in factories thoroughout Portugal, reduced demand over the years led to closures.

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Add Self Care To Your Life This Holiday Season With Wellness Design

JG Kitchens

This year has really flown by, hasn’t it? Here we are a week and a day shy of Thanksgiving. Yowza! My guest will be arriving next Wednesday night by train. My guest suite will be ready. What about your guests and home? Are you hosting any friends or family this year? Do you have cleaning, […]. The post Add Self Care To Your Life This Holiday Season With Wellness Design comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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088: Holiday Gift Guide for Architects (2021)

Life of an Architect

For the 12th consecutive year, Life of an Architect presents THE definitive holiday gift guide for architects. The post 088: Holiday Gift Guide for Architects (2021) first appeared on Life of an Architect. Continue reading 088: Holiday Gift Guide for Architects (2021) at Life of an Architect. For the 12th consecutive year, Life of an Architect presents THE definitive holiday gift guide for architects.

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FCNews 2021 Annual Product Guide

Floor Covering News

T he global supply chain slowdown has certainly led to major product delays and shortages for scores of flooring retailers around the country. However, as FCNews ’ 2021 Annual Product Guide reveals, there are still plenty of great offerings available today, with even more in the pipeline. Nearly two dozen manufacturers are showcasing their wares in this guide.

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What To Do With Old And Broken Kitchen Appliances

Kitchen and Residential Design

Kitchen appliances are often made to last, but not perpetually. Many factors can shorten their lifespan, including improper use and frequent power fluctuations. If your oven, refrigerator, or dishwasher has recently died on you, how do you plan on getting rid of it? That’s a question most owners don’t get to think about either before or after purchase.

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How to Repair Pitted Concrete

Onfloor Technology

Concrete is a material that is often used in construction and can be found on sidewalks, driveways , and patios. It's easy to take for granted what concrete does for us every day.

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Studio Lessons 101: Architectural Resolution

Life of an Architect

So I have been having conversations with my colleagues about this idea of what I will call Architectural Resolution. This is not exactly about the image resolution like in pixels or dots, but I could make that connection in another post. What is that exactly? Well, allow me to paint a vague picture in an attempt to describe this concept. The post Studio Lessons 101: Architectural Resolution first appeared on Life of an Architect.

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Mohawk supplies floor for Revision House Austin

Floor Covering News

Calhoun, Ga.—Mohawk partnered with Green Builder Media to floor the ReVISION House Austin project, a collaborative effort that explores an innovative approach to sustainable home renovations. . “Innovation is at the heart of everything we do at Mohawk, and ReVISION House Austin reflects this drive,” said Scott Gibson, senior director of sales operations for Mohawk Builder + Multifamily.

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Durkan launches Cosmopolitan carpet collection

Floor Covering News

Calhoun, Ga.—Durkan, the hospitality brand of Mohawk Group, launched Cosmopolitan, its latest collection designed by Virginia Langley. According to Durkan, the Cosmopolitan collection features a contemporary style inspired by global cultures from across the Americas, Africa, Asia, the Pacific Islands and worldwide tribes, including the Batik, Aztec, Ikat, Kilim and Navajo. “At Mohawk Group and Durkan we strive to collaborate with designers and thinkers who push us in new directions,”

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Broadlume acquires RollMaster

Floor Covering News

Todd Saunders, CEO of Broadlume, announced the acquisition of RollMaster during its FloorCon 2021 event. Sarasota, Fla.—During its FloorCon 2021 event held here, Broadlume announced the acquisition of RollMaster, a flooring-specific software company. The addition of RollMaster is the latest in a line of acquisitions that have bolstered the company’s commitment to the flooring industry—including FloorForce, Creating Your Space, Freetail and Retail Lead Management.

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Taylor Time to host retail rebound webinar

Floor Covering News

Dalton— Taylor Time Live will host a webinar featuring Joe Polito, VP product development for Taj Flooring, who will explore the retail segment rebound. Polito will join Seth Gladden, Gary Schiedker and Shelley Ackerman of Taylor Adhesives as well as Robert Varden of CFI as they look at the current landscape of the retail flooring market and how it has been impacted over the last couple of years.

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Broadlume unveils all-in-one selling platform at FloorCon 2021

Floor Covering News

Sarasota, Fla.—Broadlume’s FloorCon 2021 kicked off here on Nov. 17, welcoming 400 attendees to the Hyatt Regency for two days of educational sessions and major announcements. The crux of the show was the unveiling of Broadlume’s retailer-focused, all-in-one selling platform—billed as a revolutionary retail selling system designed for flooring dealers that connects the online website technology with the in-store experience.

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Mohawk adds fifth stop on 2022 Roadshow

Floor Covering News

Dalton—Mohawk has added Atlanta to the list of stops on its 2022 Momentum Roadshow. The latest pitstop, the fifth in the series, is scheduled to take place Feb. 22-23 at the Mohawk Flooring Center in Calhoun, Ga. Kicking off Jan. 5 in Philadelphia, the appointment-only traveling show will provide personalized product and program experiences to retailers across the U.S.

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Mohawk unveils Roadshow educational program

Floor Covering News

Dalton—While a big part of the upcoming 2022 Mohawk Momentum Roadshows will certainly focus on new products and innovations, it’s not the only draw for attendees. Mohawk is also planning to conduct several informative and timely educational sessions that delve into pertinent subjects and themes. “At Mohawk, one of the things that we’re really excited about—and what we really take pride in—is doing a good job of offering education,” said Angela Duke, senior director of residential marketing, Moha

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Father and son duo open ProSource of Tyler, Texas

Floor Covering News

Tyler, Texas—ProSource Wholesale, the premier wholesale partner and supplier to the trade for home and commercial projects, welcomed ProSource of Tyler to its member lineup. The new showroom offers thousands of flooring, kitchen and bath products to local home improvement trade professionals. Miguel Silva Sr. and Miguel Silva Jr. are no strangers to the flooring industry.

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CFL signs i4F license agreement

Floor Covering News

Hamount, Belgium—i4F, a group of companies providing patents and technologies to the flooring industry, signed a new license agreement with CFL regarding i4F’s low-gloss, matte effect surface finishing technology. The technology, developed by Tarkett, is exclusively available via an i4F license as one of its surface finishing cluster innovations, according to the company.

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Single-family housing production lagged in October

Floor Covering News

Washington D.C—A newly released report from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) shows single-family housing production lagged in October due to supply-chain effects for materials and ongoing access issues for labor and lots. Overall housing starts decreased 0.7% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.52 million units, according to a report from the U.S.

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Stanton to raise prices on LVP products

Floor Covering News

Stanton’s rigid core LVP, shown here in Beach Comber. Calhoun, Ga.—Due to rising container freight fees, Stanton, a leading supplier of carpet, area rugs and LVP , has announced it will implement a $0.20 freight surcharge for all rigid core luxury vinyl plank orders, $0.12 per square foot for all Vanguard Flex glue-down orders and $0.25 per square yard for all residential and commercial soft surface orders. “We are continually working hard to mitigate these costs and will monitor thi

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Multi-family market conditions improve in Q3

Floor Covering News

Washington D.C.—Confidence in the market for new multi-family housing improved in the third quarter, according to results from the Multi-family Market Survey (MMS) released today by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). “Strong demand and limited inventory of all types of housing are keeping occupancy strong in multi-family properties across the country,” said Justin MacDonald, president and CEO of The MacDonald Companies, Kerrville, Texas, and chairman of NAHB’s Multi-family Council

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Builder confidence rises on strong demand

Floor Covering News

Washington, D.C.—Low existing inventories and strong buyer demand helped push builder confidence higher for the third consecutive month even as supply-side challenges — including building material bottlenecks and lot and labor shortages — remain stubbornly persistent, according to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). Builder sentiment in the market for newly built single-family homes moved three points higher to 83 in November, according to the NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index

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Industry weighs impact of new infrastructure law

Floor Covering News

By Reginald Tucker—On Nov. 15, President Biden signed the $1.2 trillion “Roadways, Bridges & Broadband” infrastructure bill—the largest single investment of federal resources into infrastructure projects. The bill provides $550 billion in new funds over 10 years to: shore up roads, bridges and highways; improve internet access; and modernize the nation’s power grid.