Tile of Spain USA

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Earlier this year, Spanish manufacturers vowed to continue to meet the needs of architects and interior designers by keeping production going in the ceramic tile sector. Maintaining that commitment, Spanish manufacturers overcame the setbacks that 2020 presented and emerge with new designs, technologies and innovations in tile. Tile of Spain, the international brand representing 125 ceramic tile manufacturers belonging to the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturer’s Association (ASCER), announces the

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 19, 2020

Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. October 25 th marks National Art Day, an occasion to share some appreciation for the unsung heroes of design inspiration. Artistic expression can be traced back to caveman drawings and hieroglyphics and has come a long way since then. Though not all art is for expressing one’s deepest inner thoughts, it all can be dissected and broken down to understand the reasonings and inspirations behind every piece.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 19, 2020

Torlys’ RigidTile in Modena. Toronto, Ontario—Torlys has launched RigidTile Firm Premier, a collection of SPC tile patterns in matte finishes with realistic painted grout lines. Designed as a perfect alternative to porcelain or stone tile, the latest addition to Torlys Rigid SPC program boasts five SKUs in patterns of marble, concrete and stone.

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Why Tile

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Gauged porcelain tile panels/slabs — porcelain tiles measuring as long as 15 feet, as wide as five feet, and as thin as 3.5 millimeters — are currently one of the trendiest surface coverings available, and we don’t just mean for flooring and walls. These big and beautiful tiles are also becoming a popular option for… The post Gauged Porcelain Tile: Our New Favorite Furniture appeared first on Why Tile.

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Tile of Spain USA

OCTOBER 21, 2020

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Kitchen and Residential Design

OCTOBER 17, 2020

via Do you sometimes feel that your bathroom has lost the stylish touch and appeal that it used to have? Or that your kitchen lacks enough space for you to move around freely? The solution lies in a renovation. Things change over time hence the need to remodel according to your new needs. It doesn’t have to be expensive. Sometimes all you need is to rearrange and organize various items in a better way.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 19, 2020

By Ken Ryan. The overall economy may statistically be in recession, but floor covering retailers continue to flourish nonetheless—with several achieving records. The overall economy may statistically be in recession, but floor covering retailers continue to flourish nonetheless. What began as a sharp rebound in May following the COVID-19 lockdown in late March/early April has turned into a months-long winning streak for many flooring retailers—with several achieving records.

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JG Kitchens

OCTOBER 21, 2020

So when I read that world-renowned destination spa Rancho La Puerta -- just over the border from San Diego and Chez J in Baja -- was building a wellness design community of spa-inspired homes next to their facilities, I had to check it out! That led to my latest Forbes.com Thought Leader Conversation piece. I interviewed the president of the spa (and daughter of the intriguing founding couple).

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Kitchen and Residential Design

OCTOBER 23, 2020

Flashing, which is a common thing to do on any construction of a house, is the thin pieces of sheet material, that are installed onto different areas of any house to prevent any water from getting through into the inside, or staying in puddles. They are mounted on the rooftops either onto a joint or at an angle created by a water barrier system, it helps to minimise or completely stop any water penetrating into aspects of the home such as the chimneys, doors, windows, skylights, and walls.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 21, 2020

Crossville, Tenn.—Crossville, Inc. has launched its new Portugal porcelain tile collection. The unique appearance of this line is inspired by Portuguese atlantic dark limestone, a natural, earthen material found only in the Mediterranean, according to the company. Crossville captured the surface visual with the company’s Digital+ technology. Notably, the Portugal collection is offered in finishes for both interior and exterior applications, making the product a versatile offering.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 23, 2020

Week of October 19th, 2020. Jumping off from our Top 5 Design blog , we bring you perhaps our most tasteful and charming playlist of the entire year as we dive into some truly artistically gifted music. If you’re looking for the hottest rap trends, we have to apologize, as we’ve donned our opera outfits and classical music best to take you around the globe on a tour of the greats.

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Life of an Architect

OCTOBER 18, 2020

Architectural Graphics are a topic that it seems everybody has an interest in discussing - or at the very least, looking at for comparison purposes. After a very long hiatus, Architectural Graphics 101 is rising from the ashes like the proverbial Phoenix. It's been 3 years and 16 days since my last architectural graphics post and just like the last time I had a steaming hot bowl of Wolf brand chili, that's too long.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

OCTOBER 19, 2020

Mold is a fungus that can be found in and around our homes. Once these spores latch themselves onto walls and ceilings they can spread at a rapid pace. The danger that a mold infestation holds for family members are devastating. Neglecting to get rid of the infestation can cause many health risks such as nasal stuffiness, wheezing, throat and eye irritation, and other respiratory issues.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Biophilia will be a continuing trend for fall. Miami, Fla.—Tile of Spain, the international brand representing 125 ceramic tile manufacturers belonging to the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturer’s Association (ASCER), has released what it believes to be the top trends in tile for fall. The trends are as follows: 2cm pavers. Leveraging outdoor space to the fullest has become increasingly important this year.

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The A to Z of Building

OCTOBER 22, 2020

The future of 5G for business has officially landed. While there have been many hypothetical use cases for 5G, and predictions about the business applications it will enable, Australian-based Taylor.

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Margaret Almon Mosaics

OCTOBER 21, 2020

This month, Remember that joy is more. than just “staying positive.” Joy is a way of living. A way of looking for Light in the midst of it all. Joy is transformational and contagious. Joy can be shared through action. ( Morgan Harper Nichols ). This commission has layers of creativity, and I was thrilled to see the finished piece! The client created the painting, with a vase from Turning True Studios, and a daffodil, the favorite flower of the recipient.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

OCTOBER 21, 2020

Photo by mrjn Photography on Unsplash Countless households use water softening systems to prevent hard water from damaging their plumbing, scaling dishware, and causing dry skin and hair. For the most part, water softeners are effective and popular. However, many households are using water conditioner systems instead of water softeners. What are water conditioners and do they work?

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 23, 2020

Vero Beach, Fla.—CTEF, the Ceramic Tile Education Foundation, has scheduled its first Certified Tile Installer (CTI) hands-on testing event for 2021 at The Carpet & Tile Warehouse here on Saturday Feb. 20, 2021. CTEF provides education and installer certification for professionals working in the ceramic tile and stone industry. As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, CTEF has had to cancel all 2020 certification and training events effective March 2020.

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The A to Z of Building

OCTOBER 22, 2020

A white paint capable of cooling below the temperature of its ambient settings even under direct sunlight has been developed by a team of researchers. This photo shows Professor Xiulin Ruan (left).

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The Armchair Builder

OCTOBER 17, 2020

Are you thinking about building your own home? We recently launched a new online course that covers the complete building process from lot selection through the entire construction schedule. Owner builders can save up to $100k on the average new home in the U.S. Check out our Build Your Own Home online course preview below. […].

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Kitchen and Residential Design

OCTOBER 19, 2020

Mold is a fungus that can be found in and around our homes. Once these spores latch themselves onto walls and ceilings they can spread at a rapid pace. The danger that a mold infestation holds for family members are devastating. Neglecting to get rid of the infestation can cause many health risks such as nasal stuffiness, wheezing, throat and eye irritation, and other respiratory issues.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 19, 2020

By Steven Feldman. Savannah, Ga.—After six long months, in-person events returned to the floor covering industry when the National Floorcovering Alliance (NFA) went forward with its fall meeting here. And it went off without a hitch, according to attendees. Jason McSwain, president of McSwain’s Carpet & Flooring in Cincinnati and the current NFA president who was unanimously elected to a second term, told FCNews that members and vendors had the option of attending in person or virtually.

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The A to Z of Building

OCTOBER 20, 2020

SITECH UK & Ireland, the leading distributor of Trimble® machine control technology for the heavy and civil construction industry, has launched a new training Academy to support operators.

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Stone Update

OCTOBER 20, 2020

Sponsorship of Grand Pinnacle extended through 2024.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

OCTOBER 21, 2020

There are a lot of duties around the home that require your attention. This can sometimes be tiring and boring. But having a home comes with certain responsibilities that sometimes are better handled by a professional. If you need your water tank to be replaced, you definitely need a professional to do it. If your water tank isn't working correctly or it has quit working, it is time you get a new one for sure.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 20, 2020

Oberlin, Ohio—Marmomac has renewed its sponsorship for the Natural Stone Institute’s Grande Pinnacle Award for the next four years. Marmomac has sponsored the Grande Pinnacle Award since its inception in 2008. “Marmomac and the Natural Stone Institute share the goal of promoting the use of natural stone by engaging the design community and challenging it to use stone in increasingly aesthetic and diverse ways,” said Elena Amadini, Veronafiere deputy marketing director.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 21, 2020

Suzanne Zurfluh. Los Angeles—Emser Tile has named Suzanne Zurfluh as the company’s new director of design and trend. With two decades of experience in design and marketing luxury products, Zurfluh will enhance Emser’s strategy and broaden its position in product development and trend forecasting, the company said. Zurfluh has spent the majority of her career in the floor covering industry focusing on both the residential and commercial segments.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 19, 2020

By Megan Salzano. RevoTile is a true porcelain tile flooring that features a click-style installation method and Daltile’s signature design-driven looks. The tile category has had its fair share of challenges of late, and perhaps none bigger than the industry’s struggle to find qualified labor. While the issue is being tackled by the industry as a whole, one tile supplier has stepped up and made tremendous strides to address the challenge head on.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 21, 2020

By Nicole Murray. Floor covering retailers report the most popular financing options range from 24- to 36-months. One of the perks of offering in-store credit options is that it allows customers to afford a much larger purchase—especially when they discover the floor remodel of their dreams was estimated to cost more than they anticipated. Another, slightly less well-known perk, experts say, is that financing also keeps that customer in the “perennial purchasing loop” due to the credit history a

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 20, 2020

By Megan Salzano. Not only does the resilient flooring category continue to take market share from most other flooring categories , it is still reporting growth despite challenging times. As part of that growth, the category has splintered into various subsegments , each touting its own value to the end user. As such, flooring dealers have had to stay educated on each subsegment’s features and benefits and where each will thrive once installed in the home.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 22, 2020

By Megan Salzano. Pennwood has created wood transitions with multiple stain options that are designed to blend with the flooring. Flooring accessory products —trim, moldings, vents, stair treads—are the backbone of any successful flooring installation. As any good flooring installer or contractor will tell you, the accessories complete the job—and without them an installation is likely to produce unhappy results.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 21, 2020

While offering financing options to the consumer comes with many obvious benefits , it’s something that still requires selling. Following are some helpful tips RSAs can use to broach the subject and ultimately seal the deal. Mention credit early—and often. “Initially mention the credit programs after a solid introduction has been made and then continuously talk about it often during the sale so it is top of mind,” said Eric Wooten, director of retail sales, Johnson Floor & Home Carpet One, T

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 21, 2020

Bostik’s Panel Tack system. Wauwatosa, Wis.— Bostik, Inc. , will be presenting during this year’s Total Solutions 2020 via virtual conferencing on Thursday, Oct. 22 at 11:00 a.m. CST. The interactive educational presentation, titled “Intelligent Enclosure Solutions, an Introduction to Ventilated Facade Assemblies,” will be presented by Adam Abell, market manager of Tile & Stone Bostik, Inc., and Daniel Sanchez, national sales manager of Bostik Latin America.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 20, 2020

Atlanta—Interface, a worldwide commercial flooring company and global leader in sustainability, unveiled Embodied Beauty, a carbon neutral/negative carpet tile collection. Consistent with the company’s Climate Take Back mission and commitment to lower the carbon footprints of its products, four styles of Embodied Beauty are carbon neutral across their full product life cycle through the Carbon Neutral Floors program.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 20, 2020

The Daltile Statements ‘Store Within A Store’ program is designed to simplify the tile selection process for retailers. Dallas, Texas—Daltile is currently holding its annual meeting with key customer advisory board members on Tuesday, Oct. 20, to ensure the Daltile Statements Dealer Program continues to be a fresh, relevant and effective tool for retail partners, the company said.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 19, 2020

FloorCon 2020 , billed as the industry’s first digital, interactive flooring summit, took place Oct. 15-16. Over the two-day period, the digital show focused on providing flooring dealers with technology and knowledge necessary to thrive in today’s digital-first world—combined with the benefits and opportunities of a traditional trade show. Following opening addresses by John Weller, Michael Vogel and Todd Saunders, executives of Broadlume (the organizers of FloorCon 2020 and parent company to F

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 19, 2020

Manchester, N.H.—With an ongoing pandemic, CCA Global Partners said it has reevaluated its 2021 in-person Convention plans. The Winter Convention, originally scheduled for January, will now be held in Denver during the first week of May 2021. With this change, CCA will also be canceling its Summer Convention slated for August 2021. “Our virtual Convention, LIFT, was a great success in June and allowed us to get important updates and information to our members quickly as the pandemic unfolded and

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