Tile of Spain USA

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Ceramic tiles offer a number of technical properties that make it the ideal cladding material for virtually any surface in both architectural and interior design projects. As Tile of Spain manufactures work swiftly to evolve their production techniques, new collections are equipped with enhanced features to strengthen the durability, ease of installation, resistance to abrasion and hygienic capabilities of each piece.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE. CONTACT. Tricia Marella. Ceramic Tile Distributors Association. 630-545-9415. triciam@cmservices.com. CTDA Elects Executive Board and Board of Directors for 2022 Term. (GLEN ELLYN, IL, November 10, 2021) –. The Ceramic Tile Distributors Association (CTDA) has announced it has elected a new Executive Board and two new Directors to the Board of Directors for the 2022 term.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

We’re always up for a novel bit of glazing, and especially one that creatively utilises waste. But today’s feature deifnitely takes experimentation a little farther than we’re used to. With urine. We’ve covered wee-based creations before ( in brick form ) and are well aware of its historical uses from leather tanning to medicine, but I think a urine glaze might still be a tough sell.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Flowood, Miss.—Starting this month, the National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) is initiating a fundraiser to support Tile Heritage Foundation (THF) and the Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) in a unique format: a coloring book. The Tile Artistry coloring book features art tile designs and mosaic creations from members of the THF, Tile Council of North America (TCNA) and other members of the tile industry.

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Garden State Tile Blog

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

When you think of checkboard floors, what does it bring you back to? Grand entrances of old Hollywood movies, classic 1950’s diners, your grandmother’s kitchen – Whatever it may be, this vintage interior trend has proven its immortality. Checkerboard floors are believed to have made their appearance in the 15 th century, dating back to old European paintings and resting in elegant entranceways.

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Realstone

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

THICK OUTDOOR PORCELAIN TILE PAVING SYSTEMS. NOVEMBER 17TH, 11:00 EST. LIVE DIGITAL SEMINAR-PRESENTED BY REALSTONE SYSTEMS AND MILESTONE. Register Here > CEU Course for architects & designers. Porcelain tile is a form of ceramic tile that is made from a porcelain clay, quartz, and feldspar. This course highlights the advantages of using a 20mm (2cm) thick porcelain paving system in hardscape designs.

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Kertiles

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Pictured: Indiana Natural (Room Scene). As Marie Parry of Prestigious Textiles writes in “Interior design trends 2021 – the 25 top looks for the New Year and beyond,â€? a feature article for Homes & Gardens magazine: “First Dulux announces its Color of the Year as Brave Ground, then Urbane Bronze is hailed as Sherwin Williams’ Color of the Year.â€?

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JG Kitchens

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Much has been learned in treating these vets, including in my field of wellness design. My annual Veteran's Day post looks at healthy home features for coping with TBIs and PTSD. The post Wellness Design Brings Home Benefits To Veterans With Traumatic Brain Injuries comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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Life of an Architect

NOVEMBER 7, 2021

In order to find success, here are 10 mistakes architecture students should avoid as they work their way through college. The post 10 Mistakes Architecture Students Should Avoid first appeared on Life of an Architect. Continue reading 10 Mistakes Architecture Students Should Avoid at Life of an Architect.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

Older homes can come with unique charm and character that can make them very attractive to home buyers. From architecture to history, older homes can contribute to the beauty and style of the neighborhood. As with most things, however, age can take a toll on the structures and systems of a house. Older roofs, plumbing, flooring, and wiring could all require additional work and attention.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

New York, N.Y.— Luxury vinyl tile ( LVT) specialist and design leader Karndean Designflooring will exhibit at the upcoming Boutique Design New York (BDNY) exhibition, to be held here Nov. 14-15 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center. With a portfolio of more than 300 luxury vinyl products, the company said each unique and original visual has history and global inspiration behind it.

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Onfloor Technology

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Concrete sanding is a type of maintenance for concrete surfaces. It can be done to remove old paint, seal the surface, and prepare it for use. It is a great option for people who want to refinish their concrete floors and other surfaces. Concrete flooring can be beautiful, but it will wear out over time, and you may need to add new coats or do some concrete polishing work.

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The A to Z of Building

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

A new sustainable supply chain solution is set to transform the delivery of building materials and help the country build back greener. Image Credit: LOOP Pallets The problem posed by the lack of.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

Foundation forms the basis and strength of any suitable construction work and hence its importance. But as it is for most things man-made, the foundation might come out faulty with time. Although the root causes might turn out to be either natural or man-made, the effect tends to lead to the same result, which is a failure of the building and, eventually, its collapse.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Columbus, Ohio— America’s Floor Source has acquired The Flooring Gallery, a well-established flooring retailer in the Louisville and Lexington, Ky., areas. The acquisition includes The Flooring Gallery retail stores, design centers, warehouses, inventory and other assets. “By adding The Flooring Gallery to the America’s Floor Source family, we will expand our presence and offerings in Louisville, and also enter the Lexington market,” said Jason Goldberg, founder and CEO of America’s Floor Source

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Realstone

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Enjoy hundreds of FREE SAMPLES! To order your free samples, go to the PRODUCTS page and navigate to the product of your choice, then select ‘order a sample’ The post Free Samples appeared first on Realstone Systems.

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Trendir Magazine

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Modern shipping container homes are popular due to their versatility and affordability. Despite having a pre-made shape containers can be stacked in a lot of different ways to produce unusual forms for modern dwellings. Thanks to their low price (about 2,000 per container) they can be used to produce not only modern houses and retreats for less, but also used in construction of low-income housing.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

With COVID-19 causing all of us to spend more time at home, it's no surprise that many people are interested in what products they can buy to provide a little more entertainment or improve their quality of life. It's much easier to stay safe at home when you have activities to enjoy and feel comfortable in your environment. It can be difficult to know where to start if it's been a while since you treated yourself.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

The Mohawk 2022 Roadshow will have an enhanced showroom layout with a front-and-center Customer Success Area, which will include Omnify (seen pictured here in the 2021 space). By Reginald Tucker—Excitement is building for the Mohawk 2022 Roadshow —the continuation of the series of in-person regional events the company kicked off in early 2021 in response to increased retailer demand for live industry conferences.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

Are you in the planning stages of building your dream home? If so, you need to hire an architect to turn your dream into a reality. But when working with an architect, you'll realize they often use complicated terms during the process of building your residential home. And if you're unfamiliar with the terminologies, it becomes tough to follow the conversations, leaving you hanging.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Mountville, Pa.—An affiliate of Paceline Equity Partners, LLC—a Dallas-based private equity manager—has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire AHF Products from American Industrial Partners. “AHF Products, with its proven track record for growth , has built a comprehensive portfolio of trusted flooring brands and represents an attractive opportunity to continue to transform the industry,” said Sam Loughlin, CEO of Paceline.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

Dallas— Supply chain disruptions, port congestion , higher fuel and operational costs and, of course, labor shortages. These are just some of the major challenges directly impacting floor covering distributors today. To get at the heart of some of these issues, FCNews sat down with members of the NAFCD board of directors during the 2021 NAFCD+NBMDA convention here last week.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

St. Louis, Miss.—The National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) provided flooring for its 59th home in support of the Gary Sinise Foundation R.I.S.E. program (Restoring Independence Supporting Empowerment). The R.I.S.E. program builds custom, specially adapted smart homes for severely wounded veterans and first responders. The home dedication for United States Navy Petty Officer 2nd Class (Ret.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Washington, D.C.— A construction labor shortage is a key limiting factor for improving housing inventory and affordability, according to the Home Builders Institute’s (HBI’s) Fall 2021 Construction Labor Market Report released today. The report cautions that the required number of construction workers to keep up with demand is approximately 740,000 new workers per year for the next three years, based on a new analysis of Bureau of Labor Statistics data by the National Association of Home Builder

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Washington D.C.—Housing affordability held steady at its lowest level in nearly a decade, as higher home prices offset lower mortgage rates to keep the affordability rate flat in the third quarter of 2021, according to the National Associate of Home Builders (NAHB). However, NAHB also found that ongoing supply chain disruptions and the prospect of higher interest rates in the future threaten to exacerbate affordability problems in the months ahead.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 10, 2021

San Diego—Cali, the omni-channel flooring and decking company , released four new styles for its popular Cali Vinyl Mute Step collection. The rigid core LVP flooring includes attached, specialized IXPE padding that lines the bottom of each plank, providing an extra layer of comfort and sound insulation, according to the company. The new Mute Step colors borrow visuals from tropical woods like koa, mango and teak to bring customers an authentic look and feel.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

San Diego—Duchateau, a luxury architectural surfaces brand, introduced its first SPC line of flooring. The new Kindred collection features ten colors and boasts low maintenance/high livability. “This is a high-spec and low-maintenance product that is perfect for the homeowner looking for an easy-living but high-style floor,” said Patrick Bewley, vice president of marketing.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

St. Louis, Mo.—Footprints Floors, a flooring installation company with 77 owners and 155 franchise locations throughout the United States, is partnering with the National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) to create a learning management system for its employees based on content from NWFA University (NWFAU). As a part of the agreement, the NWFA will customize content from NWFAU and provide real-time technical assistance through a newly created Footprints Floors mobile app.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

Washington, D.C.—INSTALL, the North American leader in floor covering installation training and certification, and Tarkett have joined forces to advance and drive industry standards for excellence in carpet floor covering installation, the companies said. Tarkett is integrating INSTALL’s installation carpet certification standards into its master specifications.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

By Ken Ryan—Scho?nox HS Sturdy, a rapid-drying, repair and smoothing compound, was a Best of Surfaces winner in June for technology. The product incorporates the company’s patented Hybrid Active-Dry technology to create a powerful solution that combines versatility and strength. HS Sturdy provides a smooth finish on various substrates in interior areas.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

By Megan Salzano-Birch—The market today is over-flowing with luxury vinyl—from burgeoning LVT suppliers to carpet manufacturers turned hard surface makers and even commodity-driven imports. However, in the sea of sameness there are a rare few that have specialized in luxury vinyl from their founding; Karndean is one such rarity. It began in 1973 when a former flooring installer created a small business from his family home with the belief that luxury vinyl flooring shouldn’t just be practical, i

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