As The Tile Turns
JULY 14, 2022
Every trade show represents an exciting chance to observe innovative ideas from up-and-coming stars in the tile industry. From CERSAIE to Coverings, opportunities abound – and our team at Decorative Materials is determined to take full advantage of these exhibitions. While we love nothing more than to hit up our sector’s best and brightest events, we’re also intent on broadening our horizons.
Granada Tile
JULY 15, 2022
We enjoy seeing stylish and trendy designs, especially ones that involve artisan hand-poured cement tiles. Which is why we love seeing cement tiles blow away the Pinterest Predicts. From #CurveAppeal to #EmotionalEscapesRooms, Granada Tiles are seen across the board. Check out some pin-worthy inspirations to motivate your next project. Tile: Fez 928b designed by Martyn Lawrence Bullard, Tile: Combarro, Tile: Zamora Cuenca.
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Why Tile
JULY 12, 2022
There’s something about bathroom décor inspired by vintage tile designs that speaks to an appreciation of the classic beauty and functionality of ceramic tile, as well as tile’s versatility in modern designs. We know we’re not alone in this sentiment, so we’re sharing vintage bathroom tile ideas to stoke your creativity — plus some new retro… The post Vintage Tile Bathroom Ideas appeared first on Why Tile.
Floor Covering News
JULY 12, 2022
Calhoun, Ga.—Mannington Commercial introduced the Amtico Signature Xpress collection, a limited selection of the complete Amtico Signature LVT collection specifically curated to meet projects with tight timelines. According to the company, the high-quality products combine texture, color and pattern to create a vibrant product ideal for expressing any aesthetic vision and can be shipped in days.
Diary of a Tile Addict
JULY 15, 2022
We’ve been following the tile world for a long time, but with so much to see and report on, there are some things that have been missed. But that doesn’t mean they aren’t important or inspiring, so we’ve gathered a few fantastic tile collections we never got to share. 1) Onza by MUT. Delicious looking pieces of ceramic chocolate make up MUT ‘s Onza collection designed by Alberto Sánchez.
Rubble Tile
JULY 14, 2022
When selecting tile for your project, you want something that goes beyond sheer durability. You want something that will age like a fine wine, and get better over time. And you want something that’s in-stock in the US. Not every tile option can provide you.
Ceramics of Italy
JULY 13, 2022
Five years since it was founded, in 2021 Gruppo Italcer presented its first Sustainability Report, a transparent and detailed overview of the main initiatives carried out during the year and the formal obligations undertaken by the company as it looks to the future. This is an important commitment that testifies to the company’s continuous focus on innovation and excellence and its efforts to constantly improve its products in terms of design and sustainability.
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JG Kitchens
JULY 13, 2022
People are still building, still remodeling, still adding onto their homes. Architects across the country share what's trending in their projects. How does this connect with your goals and area? The post Residential Architecture Trends Show Continuing Pandemic Influences comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.
Life of an Architect
JULY 10, 2022
Depending on your age, sooner or later you will end up at one convention or another. For some people, this is a yearly migration full of can’t-miss opportunities. For others, it’s three days of questionable decisions and most likely, a lot of fun. Welcome to Episode 104: Conventions – The Best and Worst of Times. The post Ep 104: Conventions – The Best and Worst of Times first appeared on Life of an Architect.
Ceramics of Italy
JULY 12, 2022
Designed by Benedetta Tagliabue – EMBT, Ceramiche Ragno’s new flagship showroom in Milan looks out through large arched windows onto Via Marco Polo in the iconic Porta Nuova district. Like a kaleidoscope of colours, patterns and designs that tell the fascinating story of Ragno’s technical and artisanal skills and explore the expressive potential of ceramics, this 400-square-metre space offers architects and the general public a highly innovative showcase of ceramic and porcelain tile colle
Floor Covering News
JULY 11, 2022
St. Louis, Mo.—EJ Welch Company is continuing along its path of rapid expansion in the flooring industry by expanding its leadership team. The latest initiative in its efforts to grow its brand nationwide is hiring and promoting a wide range of seasoned professionals with experience in commercial and residential flooring and installation products. “Opportunities in finding exceptional team members in the flooring industry are vast, from sales and operations to marketing,” said Kavita McCarthy, p
Floor Covering News
JULY 13, 2022
T he ceramic tile category is arguably flooring’s closest link to the interior design community. Ceramic tile trends take their design cues directly from consumer habits within the home and builds upon those needs to craft its looks, textures and technologies. It is because of this that ceramic tile tends to lead the industry in terms of style and design and why ceramic is considered the most stylish and design-forward product category in the industry, proponents agree.
Floor Covering News
JULY 11, 2022
Show organizers confirmed attendance at NeoCon 2022 was higher than in 2021, at about 40,000. Chicago— NeoCon 2022, held here last month, was abuzz with optimism as commercial flooring suppliers touted rebounding sales and specifications across key commercial segments in 2022. This is after two years of declining activity amid lingering ramifications from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Floor Covering News
JULY 11, 2022
The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF), has organized an online auction to take place in August to raise additional funds in support of its mission. The CTEF online auction takes place from August 18 at noon until August 22 at 4 p.m. EDT and includes more than 50 items relevant to tile installation professionals. “This online auction is a wonderful fundraising event because it brings together the users and producers of tools and supplies for installing tile,” said Scott Carothers, CTEF dir
Floor Covering News
JULY 11, 2022
Karndean’s Korlok Select remains one of the few rigid products with a 5G fold-down locking mechanism, and is available in a variety of wood and stone looks. O ver the years, Karndean Designflooring has proven itself to be an invaluable partner to the retail community. From stellar customer service to head-turning product design, the company continuously strives for excellence in an effort to support its retail partners.
Floor Covering News
JULY 13, 2022
Los Angeles—Emser Tile was named 21st on Selling Power magazine’s 2022 list of the “50 Best Companies to Sell For.” This follows last year’s ranking of 24th and 28th on the overall list. “We are thrilled to again be included on Selling Power’s list of the ’50 Best Companies to Sell For’ and are incredibly proud of our team for their work in earning this distinction,” said Erika Croy-Brink, chief human resources officer, Emser Tile.
Floor Covering News
JULY 11, 2022
Bethany, Conn.—Laticrete, a leading manufacturer of globally proven construction solutions for the building industry, has promoted Sharon La Riviere to manager, digital marketing. Having most recently served as senior digital marketing and search engine marketing (SEM) strategist, La Riviere will now lead the digital marketing communications function for all business segments in Laticrete North America.
Floor Covering News
JULY 11, 2022
Urbanfloor first made a splash in 2018 with its breakthrough Timbertop line—an upper-end hardwood floor offering featuring extra-long lengths, wide boards and a distinctive coloration process that yields unique, eye-catching visuals. The company is looking to kick things up a notch with the recent debut of the Timbertop series featuring “Deluxe” specs—an extension of the signature line that boasts twice the thickness, double the wear layer and significantly more profit opportunities for the floo
Floor Covering News
JULY 12, 2022
Mountville, Pa.—AHF Products announced today that it has received bankruptcy court approval to purchase certain assets of Armstrong Flooring, Inc. , strengthening AHF Products’ leadership position in resilient flooring solutions and adding another gear to its expanding commercial market business. The purchase includes the purchase and operation of three U.S. manufacturing facilities, located in Lancaster and Beech Creek, Pa., and in Kankakee, Ill.
Floor Covering News
JULY 11, 2022
Armstrong Flooring Inc. announced late Sunday that it has agreed to sell substantially all of its North American assets to AHF Products and Gordon Brothers, the latter a global advisory company based in Boston known for liquidating assets. Armstrong originally filed for bankruptcy protection in May, 2022. . The deal, reported to be for $107 million in cash and the assumption of specified liabilities, must be approved by a Delaware bankruptcy court judge.
Floor Covering News
JULY 12, 2022
The flooring industry must have missed the memo about how 40-year-high inflation, supply chain disruptions and labor shortages are supposed to hurt business. Quite the contrary here as flooring dealers turned in an impressive first half despite stiff headwinds. Was it easy? No. Was it frustrating at times? Absolutely. However, as June ended, many flooring dealers could breathe a sigh of relief that the first half was as good as it was, warts and all.
Floor Covering News
JULY 14, 2022
Hamont, Belgium—i4F and Hymmen have received notices of allowance from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office issued for the grant of two new Hymmen U.S. patents. The patents (granting on applications 16/494,308 and 16/494,309) cover digital embossing technologies delivering enhanced embossed optics on panels. At the same time, Hymmen also received a patent grant from China (patent number CN110290925B), covering aspects of Hymmen’s award-winning DLEPlus digital embossing technology.
Floor Covering News
JULY 14, 2022
The Real American Hardwood Coalition (RAHC), a domestic, industry-wide promotion initiative for real American hardwood products, has launched a website at RealAmericanHardwood.com designed to inspire and educate consumers. “The website takes visitors on a digital journey to learn how and why they should choose Real American Hardwood flooring, cabinetry, millwork, furniture and other goods for their homes,” said Michael Martin, president and CEO of the National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA), w
Floor Covering News
JULY 12, 2022
Ft Lauderdale, Fla.—Compusoft + 2020, a leading global provider of end-to-end software and content solutions to the spaces for living industry, has completed the acquisition of Resource and Financial Management Systems Inc. (RFMS), a leading business management software provider serving the flooring market. RFMS said it will continue to operate under the leadership of Madeleine Bayless, RFMS CEO, and Rod Bayless, RFMS COO, post acquisition.
Floor Covering News
JULY 12, 2022
Waregem, Belgium—Unilin Technologies has unveiled The Unizip locking system, a solution for herringbone installations with one type of panel. The Unzip can be used for a wide range of base boards, such as laminate and SPC, the company said. “With easy production, supply chain and installation, Unizip is the way to go for herringbone flooring,” said Floris Koopmans, sales director, Unilin Technologies.
Floor Covering News
JULY 12, 2022
By Laurie Baatz—We all know about the well-documented challenges business owners face when making hiring decisions in today’s environment—especially when it comes to finding “skilled” or “specialized” labor. The situation has become even more complicated in an era marked by a pandemic-induced reshuffling of the employment deck as workers re-order their priorities when it comes to work/life balance and overall job fulfillment.
Floor Covering News
JULY 12, 2022
By Samantha Rosenberg—The record-high inflation that’s driving up prices on a host of consumer goods and raw materials alike has impacted virtually every segment of the market—flooring retail included. But amazingly—much like the challenges brought on by the early days of the pandemic—many retailers are taking it all in stride. Take, for example, Ted Gregerson, president and CEO, Abbey Carpet & Floors/Floors to Go, Anniston, Ala.
Floor Covering News
JULY 14, 2022
R esidential carpet sales grew an impressive 17.2% in 2021, according to FCNews estimates, while the average selling price rose 7% last year and 12.7% in Q1 2022. Granted, price hikes had something to do with the increase in ASP; however, mill executives say consumer demand for high-end carpet is also driving soft surfaces. “ Consumers crave premium style and design in a quality product they can invest in and live on for years to come,” said Natalie Cady, director of premium brands residential c
Floor Covering News
JULY 12, 2022
By Jim Augustus Armstrong— “Jim, I really hope we don’t go into a recession, but it might happen. What can I do to prepare my business for this?” Too many dealers are simply riding the current remodeling boom and doing nothing to prepare for the inevitable market downturn. Let’s look at the plan I covered with *Anna, a floor dealer from Utah, when she asked this question.
Floor Covering News
JULY 13, 2022
Dalton—Shaw has been named “ 50 Best Companies to Sell For ” in 2022 by Selling Power magazine. This year marks the 19th consecutive year Shaw has made the list, ranking No. 10 and the only flooring company to be recognized in the top 20. “Our sales force has proven time and time again its ability to adapt to evolving market needs,” said Tim Baucom, president and CEO, Shaw.
Floor Covering News
JULY 12, 2022
Eric Straumins. Dalton—Novalis Innovative Flooring recently welcomed Eric Straumins as the director of manufacturing for its North American operations. An industry veteran of more than 20 years, he brings to the organization a spirit of entrepreneurship, passion for continuous improvement and a wealth of resilient flooring knowledge. He will report directly to John Wu, CEO.
Floor Covering News
JULY 11, 2022
I am aggravated. That’s never a good thing. I am annoyed at the media, and basically any economist whose last name isn’t Beaulieu at ITR Economics. Yeah, that about covers it. I’ve been pretty much disgusted with the mainstream media ever since the start of COVID-19, when it seemed its one goal was to scare the bejesus out of everyone. Now, without the ability to use COVID-19 as a tool to keep everyone on edge, the media, coupled with some ill-informed economists, are pushing recession every cha
Floor Covering News
JULY 11, 2022
By Roman Basi—Knowing the value of your business is necessary for a variety of reasons. In this article, we will break down some of those reasons, such as the benefits of knowing your business’s true value, how the true value is established and the importance of substantiating, defending and explaining that value. When it comes to buying or selling your business (M&A), business succession planning, estate planning, employee stock options (ESOP), business loans or even divorce, a proper valua
Floor Covering News
JULY 11, 2022
W hile some in the industry may remember Bella Flooring Group as a consortium of Chinese manufacturers tempered on inexpensive product and lackluster service, the newly rebranded and reinvigorated Bella has set its sights on supporting the needs of the retail community with innovative product lines, U.S. manufacturing and a customer-first approach. First and foremost in its effort to meet those lofty goals, Bella Flooring Group is now owned by new, invested partners and has brought on an experie
Floor Covering News
JULY 11, 2022
Chicago—The North American Association of Floor Covering Distributors (NAFCD) recognized members for their support of flooring distribution education in 2022. “The commitment of these members allows NAFCD the chance to uphold its mission and supply flooring professionals with cost-effective training tools ,” said Kevin Gammonley, executive vice president of NAFCD. “As the distribution channel continues to evolve, NAFCD is consistent in delivering extensive education, research,
Ceramics of Italy
JULY 13, 2022
In the study entitled “Green Star – Le aziende sostenibili 2022” (“Green Star – Sustainable Companies 2022”), the largest ever survey of green corporate policies in Italy conducted by the German institute ITQF and La Repubblica Affari&Finanza, Mapei took first place in the “Chemicals” section out of 300 selected companies. The recognition attests to the company’s commitment to meeting the challenges of the new millennium: preserving the planet’s resources and reducing environment
Floor Covering News
JULY 11, 2022
The Engineered Floors revamped website offers a more enjoyable experience. E ngineered Floors has announced the launch of its new website, engineeredfloors.com. The goal, according to the company, is to deliver a more intuitive, enjoyable online experience for its valued retail partners as well as the consumer. The primary objective, noted Mike Sanderson, vice president of marketing, is to educate users “on the qualities that make our products unique in the flooring world.
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