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Spanish Manufacturers Set to Return to Italy for the 2022 Edition of Cersaie

Tile of Spain USA

Spanish tile manufactures are preparing to travel to Bologna, Italy next week to attend CERSAIE , the International Exhibition of Ceramic Tile and Bathroom Furnishings. Now in its 39 th year, the annual exhibition celebrates standout furnishings, surfaces, advancements and trends in the bathroom sector. This year, 69 companies belonging to The Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturer’s Association (ASCER) will showcase their latest range of ceramics during the weeklong show that takes place from Septem

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Waterproof flooring makes a splash in 2022

Floor Covering News

It seems like every supplier of flooring has jumped on the waterproof bandwagon to reap the benefits of the industry’s fastest growing category—and for good reason. Dealers across the country report that “waterproof flooring,” when positioned correctly , draws in more consumers than any other tagline in today’s market. From luxury vinyl to laminate and even hardwood—virtually every hard surface flooring category is capitalizing on craze surrounding waterproof.

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Go for the Gold With Gold Tile

Why Tile

Searching for a “wow factor” look that’s sure to impress? Gold tile might just be the answer. Gold tile offers everything from luxurious gilded designs to clean contemporary aesthetics. At the same time, it provides all of the low-maintenance benefits you’ve come to expect from ceramic tile, including scratch, stain, fade, and fire resistance.

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Garages Are Getting Greater — Tips and Trends for Yours!

JG Kitchens

For many other homeowners -- including some of my friends and neighbors -- their garages have become gyms, bars and hobby workshops. . The post Garages Are Getting Greater — Tips and Trends for Yours! comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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Ep 109: Traveling for Work

Life of an Architect

Most architects are able to get out of the office and travel as part of their job. but is work-related travel as awesome as we all thought it would be? In today's post and podcast, we discuss the pros and cons of "Traveling for Work". The post Ep 109: Traveling for Work first appeared on Life of an Architect. Continue reading Ep 109: Traveling for Work at Life of an Architect.

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Installation: Tools that ease the task at hand

Floor Covering News

Once the customer carefully chooses her new floor, the anticipation for the installation process begins. The quicker the new flooring can be installed, the better it is for both the customer and the retailer. However, different job sites can bring various challenges. Using installation tools that are tough to maneuver, create unnecessary messes and are not very user-friendly only prolongs the installation process.

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Sustainable Hybrid Construction That Combines Wood Elements with Concrete

The A to Z of Building

A German element manufacturer Brüninghoff favoured prefabricated wooden wall elements made of Kerto® LVL for its new concrete element plant. Due to the high level of prefabrication, assembly.

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Daltile launches Stencil collection

Floor Covering News

Dallas, Texas—Daltile launched its new Stencil collection of 4 x 12 glazed porcelain tile that offers contemporary colors in either uniquely textured or smooth surfaces. “Stencil adds a pop of color and texture to your space,” said Laura Grilli, director of product design for Dal-Tile LLC. “With a very versatile color palette, Stencil can deliver the neutral ambience of white, beige and grey, or bring fun to your space through rich colors of mint, indigo, blush and berry.”.

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Daltile launches Rekindle collection

Floor Covering News

Dallas—Daltile is currently launching its new Rekindle collection of porcelain tile that not only looks great, but is two-times more slip resistant than regular tile, while also eliminating 99% of bacteria on the tile surface. These superior performance features are made possible through the inclusion of StepWise and Microban technologies that won’t wear off or wash away, according to the company.

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RFCI holds annual fall meetings

Floor Covering News

La Grange, Ga.—The Resilient Floor Covering Institute (RFCI) held its fall in-person meetings for two of its key committees in Atlanta, Ga. last week. According to RFCI, the Technical Advisory Committee covered important topics, including ASTM updates, ecomedes database updates, industry-wide EPDs and the new AFFIRM certification and the Marketing Committee meeting reviewed current marketing initiatives and discussed future plans.

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Warren Avery joins Lions Floor

Floor Covering News

Warren Avery, US west regional sales manager, Lions Floor. Santa Fe Springs, Calif.—Lions Floor welcomed Warren Avery as its new US west regional sales manager. According to the company, his level of experience working with both national and regional accounts is a perfect fit for Lions Floor. Avery spent his career working with manufacturers and distribution to develop programs that are significant to both key retail groups and the builder/multi-family group.

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Alan Greenberg Charity Golf Tournament raises $130,000 for FCIF

Floor Covering News

Adairsville, Ga.–The 20th annual Alan Greenberg Charity Golf Tournament, played at Barnsley Gardens in Georgia, raised $130,000 for the Floor Covering Industry Foundation ( FCIF.). Funds from the tournament support the foundation’s ongoing efforts to assist those who are currently, or have been, affiliated with the floor covering industry and are experiencing unanticipated hardships due to illness, disability, or other life-altering circumstances.

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Shaw recognized at Candidate Experience Awards

Floor Covering News

Dalton—Shaw has been recognized by the Talent Board Candidate Experience (CandE) Awards for its enhanced recruiting and candidate experience. Based on feedback from more than 130,000 candidates, Shaw ranked 35th among 130 North American companies at the Candidate Experience Awards. Talent Board and the Candidate Experience Awards is the first non-profit research organization focused on the elevation and promotion of a quality candidate experience with industry benchmarks that highlight accountab

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Mannington president/CEO Grizzle to retire at year’s end

Floor Covering News

Salem, N.J.–Mannington Mills announced that its president and CEO, Russell Grizzle, will retire on Dec. 31, 2022. Grizzle joined Mannington Mills as COO in 2010, and in 2011 succeeded Tom Davis as president and CEO. He has over 40 years of industry experience—the past 12 with Mannington Mills and prior to that with Milliken & Company. “Over the past 12 years, Russell has successfully led Mannington through an enormous amount of change,” said Keith Campbell, chairman of the board of Man

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Omoleye Simmons joins Tarkett

Floor Covering News

Tarkett’s new vice president of design, Omoleye Simmons. Solon, Ohio—Tarkett North America, welcomed Omoleye Simmons as vice president of design for the company’s commercial business. “This new position was created as part of Tarkett’s commitment to leading the industry in design and delivering on our promise to offer beautiful, on-trend flooring solutions for any space,” said Paul Young, senior vice president, product, innovation, design and sustainability, Tarkett North America.

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i4F Inc. opens in Atlanta

Floor Covering News

i4F Inc.’s new president, Matthieu Denkens. Hamont, Belgium—i4F has created i4F Inc. with its base located in Atlanta, Ga. Matthieu Dekens, chief commercial officer for North America and Europe, i4F, relocated to Atlanta and assumes the role of president of i4F Inc. According to the company, he will be supported by a dedicated i4F Inc. team providing customer service as well as technical and marketing support to the United States, Canada and South America.

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FCIF launches new campaign

Floor Covering News

Dalton—The Floor Covering Industry Foundation (FCIF) launched a new campaign, “This is My Story,” to raise awareness of the FCIF and highlight how the organization makes a difference by providing financial assistance to flooring families battling life-altering illnesses, injuries and disabilities. The campaign includes 39 stories that illustrate the life-changing impact of FCIF.

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LSI Flooring celebrates 20th anniversary

Floor Covering News

New York—Starting by renting a small space in the sample room of Atlas Carpet Mills Manhattan showroom, LSI has grown to be one of the largest sales and marketing agencies for floor covering products in the U.S. The company said it generates millions in sales annually for the mills they represent. LSI has grown to have 27 salespeople nationally, plus internal support staff with offices in Manhattan, N.Y. and Fort Lauderdale, Fla.

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Abbey Carpet & Floor 2022

Floor Covering News

From Abbey’s leadership team, which represents more than 250 years of industry experience, to private label brands, all-inclusive marketing initiatives and clean, curated merchandising, Abbey Carpet & Floor offers its members an unrivaled litany of benefits. Our Abbey Carpet & Floor: Membership has its benefits supplement features myriad reasons why any dealer would want to join the franchise group—all in the name of growing sales and bettering their business.

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White Label Studio acquires Haven

Floor Covering News

Calhoun, Ga.—White Label Studio, a full-service digital marketing agency based in Calhoun, Ga., specializing in the home and flooring industries, acquired Haven from Stockdale Design based in Atlanta, Ga. Haven Conference, LLC is known for the community of influencers the company has nurtured over its 12-year history, culminating in an annual conference that educates, empowers and connects both new and established influencers in the home improvement do-it-yourself, home decor and lifestyle space

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