As The Tile Turns
APRIL 16, 2021
Over the years, the Decorative Materials team has developed strong relationships with several of the industry’s most inspirational designers. Kristina Sterling easily makes this list. We talked to her recently about the latest trends and challenges in interior design — and reminisced about our work together over the years.
The London Tile Co.
APRIL 15, 2021
Metro Tile Madness! With everyone going mad for metro tiles this year, we thought it was about time we updated our classic metro tile range! We’re proud to introduce the new Siam tile range to our collection. Metro wall tiles (or subway tiles as they are often called) can be used in so many wonderful and imaginative ways, and the smooth colours of the Siam range are sure to elevate any wall!
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Floor Covering News
APRIL 15, 2021
T he resilient category has grown by leaps and bounds in the last few years—in terms of both market popularity as well as sales. In fact, in many respects, the resilient category has carried the flooring industry forward in terms of overall growth. As such, category suppliers have tapped market insights to determine the hot trends that would help it continue its path of domination.
Why Tile
APRIL 12, 2021
Thanks to advances in porcelain tile manufacturing, tiles as large as 6 feet x 12 feet and as thin as 1/8 to 7/32 inches are available. These tiles, known as gauged porcelain tile panels/slabs, are surprisingly lightweight given their size. The tiles’ lightweight nature, paired with the availability of stronger mortars due to advances in… The post Building Code Updates Make Larger Exterior Adhered Porcelain Tile Possible appeared first on Why Tile.
Ceramic Tile Education Foundation
APRIL 13, 2021
Thin porcelain tile in large-size panels enable beautiful installations. However, gauged porcelain tile panels or slabs - and thin porcelain tile is now known as - requires specialized knowledge and expertise as you will learn from this interview with Dan Welch , President, Welch Tile and Stone , a second-generation tile, stone and terrazzo installation company based in Kent City, Michigan.
JG Kitchens
APRIL 14, 2021
Let's look first at the most design-oriented feature, which was my Trend Spotting look at the 2021 online-only Kitchen & Bath Industry Show. This is online now in the current issue of Kitchen & Bath Design News. Man, that was a tough one to cover! There's simply no substitute for spending three exhausting days spinning through a convention center inhaling the latest releases.
Floor Covering News
APRIL 13, 2021
Oberlin, Ohio— The Natural Stone Institute introduced a new CEU course entitled “Natural Stone Principles.” Natural Stone Principles is designed as an updated, industry-relevant version of the popular “Natural Stone 101” course. Natural Stone Principles includes a renewed focus on how natural stone can be utilized in design. The course reflects current trends and innovations in stone use.
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Onfloor Technology
APRIL 16, 2021
If you’re looking to kickstart a career in concrete grinding and polishing or elevate your business to a new level, choosing the right concrete grinder is crucial.
Kitchen and Residential Design
APRIL 12, 2021
Luis Tosta on Unsplash Blocked drains are a common problem for homeowners, but it doesn’t mean that they’re not still pretty stressful. Taking the plug out of the sink and having the water go nowhere is clearly worrying. So too is flushing the toilet and having it come close to overflowing. These problems trigger alarm bells, because they are an unmistakable sign that something is wrong.
Floor Covering News
APRIL 15, 2021
Calhoun, Ga.—Responding to increased consumer demand for resilient flooring, Mohawk said it is expanding its SolidTech line to offer retailers a full assortment of product from LMF to flex and rigid. Branded Mohawk SolidTech on the same merchandising unit and with 68 new trending wood and stone looks, the company said the revamped line gives retailers and retail sales associates the ultimate flexibility to reach a diverse range of consumers.
The A to Z of Building
APRIL 16, 2021
In an attempt to mitigate global warming, engineers from Purdue University have produced the world’s whitest paint. An infrared camera shows how a sample of the whitest white paint (the dark.
Ceramics of Italy
APRIL 15, 2021
On 2 March, Mapei received the Best Performer in the Circular Economy 2019/2020 Award promoted by Confindustria during the webinar entitled “From managerial skills for sustainability to corporate best practices in the Circular Economy”. Mapei excelled in the “large manufacturing company” category with a project to produce low environmental impact asphalts by reusing waste material.
Onfloor Technology
APRIL 13, 2021
Concrete is one of the most common tools used in construction- in fact, over 70% of people around the world live in a structure that contains concrete. This makes sense when you consider that it's one of the strongest and most versatile building materials on the market.
Floor Covering News
APRIL 14, 2021
Dallas, Texas— Daltile launched a mobile app for its existing B2B ProExchange service. The new app is designed to make using the company’s robust B2B technology even easier and more powerful for its customers, the company said. “Through Daltile’s ProExchange, the brand already offers the most effective B2B communication technology in the industry,” said Troy Draper, vice president of customer experience and store operations for Dal-Tile Corporation.
The A to Z of Building
APRIL 16, 2021
Metsä Wood is constantly looking for new partners who use Kerto LVL (laminated veneer lumber) in innovative modular construction projects. One example is 369 Pattern Buildings, a joint project.
The Armchair Builder
APRIL 12, 2021
Here at Armchair Builder, we get a fair amount of people asking about kit homes and what we think about them. A kit home can be great for someone looking to physically build their own home as each material piece is labeled and the kit typically comes with an instruction booklet on how to put […].
Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens Inc.
APRIL 11, 2021
The kitchen is the hardest-working room in your home. You expect it to be beautiful yet functional, spacious yet efficient. If your kitchen lacks storage or counter space, you may be considering a renovation. Take your time and work with a professional kitchen designer to ensure you don’t fall prey to these common mistakes when designing a kitchen. 1.
Floor Covering News
APRIL 16, 2021
Brandon Pindell, software consultant for RollMaster, conducted a demo for retailers at the Southwest Flooring Market in Arlington, Texas. Arlington, Texas—Flooring retailers from 15 states turned out for the Southwest Flooring Market (SWFM), held April 8-9 at AT&T Stadium, home of the Dallas Cowboys. The Southwest regional show was the second of three Market Maker events planned for the first half of 2021.
The A to Z of Building
APRIL 13, 2021
EngineeringUK is inviting the engineering community to take part in the Big Engineering Conversation - a new campaign to encourage discussion and realise the ambition to increase the diversity and.
Floor Covering News
APRIL 15, 2021
Viken, Sweden—Several U.S. distributors have agreed to carry Välinge Flooring’s new hardened wood floor collection across North America. Välinge Flooring hardened wood floors are designed as a high-quality, real-wood alternative to the booming LVT flooring segment and an option for budget-friendly wider and longer planks. The collection aims to offer customers a real wood floor with superior durability and water resistance.
Floor Covering News
APRIL 13, 2021
Chattanooga, Tenn. — Xpress Global Systems (XGS) , a leader in the nationwide transportation of floor coverings, appointed Dan Martin as the new chief executive officer. Martin will assume his role in late April. Dan Martin. “Dan is a proven leader in the supply chain sector and has an excellent track record for optimizing strategic growth and developing organizations to drive best-in-class customer service levels,” said Michael Fieldstone, partner and co-founder of Aterian Partners.
Floor Covering News
APRIL 13, 2021
By Megan Salzano As the most visual—and arguably most beautiful—social media platform, Instagram (IG) can play a major role in successfully selling flooring. Not only that, but IG’s user base has grown exponentially over the past few years. As a result, more than half of all businesses (60%) say they are planning to increase their IG budgets in 2021, according to Hootsuite’s annual social media report.
Floor Covering News
APRIL 12, 2021
Dalton, Ga.— Shaw Industries’ Doug Enck, executive vice president, commercial division, is set to retire later this year, after four decades in the industry. Kelley Fain will assume the role of executive vice president of Shaw’s commercial division, effective June 1. Enck will stay highly engaged with Shaw’s business and support Fain’s transition through Sept. 1, 2021, the company said.
Floor Covering News
APRIL 13, 2021
Wielsbeke, Belgium—Beaulieu Flooring Solutions, a business unit of the Beaulieu International Group (B.I.G.), said it is building from strong sales results in 2020 to deliver flooring that answers design, functional and sustainability demands in the future. Wim Coppens. Wim Coppens, vice president, said he is looking forward to announcing multiple new products and investments through 2021 as part of on-going growth.
Floor Covering News
APRIL 14, 2021
Dalton, Ga.—CFL North America hired Jim Freeman as its new technical services manager. Barron Frith, president, said Freeman’s proven technical knowledge and dedication to the flooring industry will only provide a stronger platform for CFL’s customers to continue their significant and future growth. Utilizing more than 25 years of experience, Freeman will oversee installation troubleshooting, technical support, maintenance recommendations and training for CFL.
Floor Covering News
APRIL 15, 2021
South Jordan, Utah— QFloors introduced a new credit card processing product called QProPay. Available to all QFloors customers, the in-house product is controlled entirely by QFloors, which is intended for flooring retailers to get transparent processing statements without hidden costs or junk fees. QFloors said it will also set the pricing. In a video announcement, Chad Ogden, president and CEO of QFloors, promised to meet or beat customers’ current rates in almost every case as well as lock in
Floor Covering News
APRIL 16, 2021
Deerfield Beach, Fla.—Mapei expanded its floor covering installation systems (FCIS) line with the addition of Planiprep PSC. The company said the product is a fast-drying, cement-based, fiber-reinforced, high-polymer-modified patch and skim-coating compound designed for preparing concrete and wood substrates for flooring installation. Planiprep PSC is said to deliver a smooth surface to the subfloor before the installation finishes.
Floor Covering News
APRIL 12, 2021
Dansbee features 12 SKUs in light tones and clean styles. NovaFloor is a brand known for its commitment to style and innovation. Always looking to grow and evolve, this year brings yet another new height for the brand. From an updated portfolio that includes its newest collection, Dansbee, to displays, marketing materials and even a new website , NovaFloor is holding nothing back when it comes to making sure customers get what they want and more!
Floor Covering News
APRIL 12, 2021
Art Mintie. Bethany, Conn.—Laticrete, a leading manufacturer of construction solutions for the building industry, created a customer experience department to reinforce and elevate its dedication to be the leader in “customer-centricity.” The new department, which unites the technical services, customer service, quality assurance and Laticrete University departments, will be led by Art Mintie, who was promoted to vice president of customer experience.
Floor Covering News
APRIL 14, 2021
Dalton, Ga.— The World Floor Covering Association (WFCA) will induct three industry leaders to its Hall of Fame. The inductees are the late Reginald (Reg) Burnett, president of RBI International Carpet Consultants; the late David Gheesling, founder, president and CEO of FEI Group; and Tom Jennings, professional trainer, speaker and retail consultant and former vice president of development of the WFCA.
Floor Covering News
APRIL 13, 2021
Calhoun, Ga.—In 2021, Karastan will introduce new technologies into its soft surface portfolio that are designed to allow homeowners to live beautifully by merging modern classics with handcrafted visuals and stunning colorations, the company said. “Karastan has always been an industry leader in color, and our new ColorMax technology expands on that leadership by providing beautifully blended colorations with superior color clarity,” said Jason Randolph, senior vice president of residential sale
Floor Covering News
APRIL 12, 2021
Jim Armstrong will host a new Marketing Mastery webinar with special guest expert Maddy Martin of Smith.ai. The webinar is titled, “ How dealers can be ‘open’ 24/7 with a 9-to-5 business ,” and will be held April 22. Floor dealers today face two major challenges: losing customers to the competition; and overwork. It’s common for dealers to work 60 hours per week or more.
Floor Covering News
APRIL 14, 2021
Omaha, Neb.— Irv Blumkin, CEO of Nebraska Furniture Mart, will become chairman effective April 13, 2021. His brother, Ron Blumkin, will serve as vice chairman. Together, they will oversee enterprise-level strategy and vision for NFM. Current president and chief operating officer, Tony Boldt, will step into the role of CEO and president. The organization said the transition has been a part of its long-term succession strategy since Boldt was named president and COO in 2016.
Floor Covering News
APRIL 15, 2021
Chicago— NeoCon organizers said the show will present a new and enhanced version of the Best of NeoCon Awards for the 2021 event, which will be held Oct. 4-6, 2021 , at theMART. A show tradition since 1990, Best of NeoCon is its official juried awards program honoring outstanding new products from exhibiting companies across a wide range of verticals.
Floor Covering News
APRIL 15, 2021
Washington, D.C.—The latest NAHB/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index (HMI) said builder confidence in the market for newly built single-family homes rose one point to 83 in April. According to the NAHB HMI, strong buyer demand pushed builder confidence up in April even as builders continued to grapple with rising lumber prices and supply chain issues. The NAHB added that consumers faced higher home prices due to a lack of inventory, yet demand still increased.
Floor Covering News
APRIL 14, 2021
Mercerville, N.J.—Congoleum entered a national distribution agreement with Ceratec Surfaces to service the Canadian marketplace, which will be effective on June 1, 2021. Ceratec has distribution centers in Dartmouth N.S., Quebec City P.Q., Montreal P.Q., Ottawa Ont., Toronto Ont., Winnipeg Man., and Calgary Alta. For more than a century, Congoleum said it has been committed to developing innovative flooring products.
Floor Covering News
APRIL 12, 2021
St. Louis, Mo.—The National Wood Flooring Association’s (NWFA) online learning platform, NWFA University (NWFAU), received its third Litmos Lenny Award for Best Not-for-Profit Training Program in 2020. According to the group, Litmos, the education platform for NWFAU , offers an industry-leading Learning Management System (LMS) that unifies virtual, classroom, mobile and social learning in a secure, intuitive platform.
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