Tile of Spain USA
JANUARY 26, 2023
Ceramic tiles offer a myriad of technical properties that make it the ideal cladding material for virtually any surface in both architectural and interior design projects. As the production techniques continuously evolve, Spanish manufactures are crafting new collections with enhanced features to strengthen the durability, ease of installation, resistance to abrasion and hygienic capabilities of each piece.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 23, 2023
Dallas, Texas—Daltile is set to launch its new Spring 2023 tile collections and add line extensions to two of its current collections. The launch offers stone looks, terrazzo looks, hand-crafted visuals, concrete designs and natural stone mosaics. Many of the new products also feature enhanced performance features—providing 2X more slip resistance than regular tile as well as protection that continuously eliminates 99% of the bacteria from the tile’s surface, according to the company.
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Ceramics of Italy
JANUARY 27, 2023
In recent months, Del Conca has embarked on a development process involving the expansion and renovation of its production site in Savignano sul Panaro, the historic headquarters of the Pastorelli brand. Part of a €55 million investment plan, the investment has transformed the plant into one of the Italian ceramic tile industry’s largest and most innovative production facilities with a total floor space of 120,000 square metres, including 60,000 square metres under cover.
JG Kitchens
JANUARY 25, 2023
I'm also glad that I have so many pieces of his art and craft pieces around Chez J, my San Diego townhouse, to celebrate his love and talent with whenever my eye falls on one of them. I wrote about the "Comfort and Joy" element of that for Apartment Therapy recently. The post My Father Died Almost 5 Years Ago — But He Still Lives in My Townhouse comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.
Life of an Architect
JANUARY 22, 2023
Architects still communicate their designs through the use of graphics – and there are a lot of techniques that are up for consideration. these are Graphic Matters. The post Ep 117: Graphic Matters first appeared on Life of an Architect. Continue reading Ep 117: Graphic Matters at Life of an Architect. Architects still communicate their designs through the use of graphics – and there are a lot of techniques that are up for consideration. these are Graphic Matters.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 26, 2023
Dana Hicks A fter two years of dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic and its subsequent omicron variant (last year), Surfaces 2023 is shaping up to be the best attended—and arguably most influential—show since 2019. For starters, every major flooring brand will be exhibiting this year, and pre-registration has already surpassed 2022 numbers a month before the event.
The A to Z of Building
JANUARY 25, 2023
Hallett Group is cementing its intention to deliver a greener future for South Australia. Image Credit: Hallett Group The first sign of progress saw Port Adelaide’s Inner Harbour skyline.
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Onfloor Technology
JANUARY 25, 2023
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 25, 2023
Dallas, Texas– American Olean is set to launch its new Spring 2023 tile collections, which include Foyer, Primstone and Subtle Strands. “As American Olean’s director of product design, I am keenly focused on the latest trends in the worlds of fashion, interior design, home furnishings and tile,” said Shelly Halbert, director of product design for Dal-Tile, parent company of American Olean. “ My overriding goal is to create world-class tile products that incorporate the height of des
The A to Z of Building
JANUARY 24, 2023
KNX is stepping up its efforts in the fight against climate change and has announced the first KNX Hackathon on the topic of sustainability for this year. Image Credit: KNX The two-day event.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 24, 2023
Las Vegas—In 2023, Karndean Designflooring celebrates 50 years in business. To mark the milestone, the company will highlight its innovation and style creation as a leader in the luxury vinyl tile market at TISE 2023. At the show, to be held here Jan. 30-Feb. 2, the company aims to showcase decades of industry leadership and market trends through a booth designed to celebrate five decades of success.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 25, 2023
Dallas, Texas—Marazzi is set to launch its new 2023 Spring tile collections, which are said to feature captivating designs that translate Italian panache into exciting tile products. “The desire to thrive is in all of us,” said Shelly Halbert, director of product design for Dal-Tile, parent company of Marazzi. “A key building block of feeling inspired is to surround ourselves with the colors, styles and designs that encourage our personalities and dreams.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 23, 2023
By Rob Persons—The general move toward e-commerce and online shopping spells opportunities for specialty flooring retailers—whether they are fully, 100% mobile or if mobile showrooms are just an extension of their brick-and-mortar operation. FCNews spoke with retailers across the spectrum on this issue. Following are some of their tips to master the mobile showroom.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 26, 2023
Solon, Ohio—Tarkett was recently named 2022 Vendor Partner of the Year by distribution partner Fishman Flooring Solutions. The award recognizes the long-standing, 35-year partnership between the two corporations and the outstanding growth they’ve achieved together, according to the company. “I speak for the entire Tarkett Commercial team when I say we are truly humbled and honored to receive this recognition for the second straight year,” said Kevin McGregor, commercial sales vice president, Tar
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 25, 2023
Dalton— Pennant and Signet are the latest introductions by EF Contract , providing a bold geometric look. Both patterns are designed to work well with each other to provide a balance of vivid color and neutral bases. Pennant and Signet are based on existing patterns but are re-engineered using TeraPlex SD fiber. TeraPlex SD is an advanced-generation, continuous filament PET fiber engineered for today’s commercial flooring needs.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 26, 2023
TISE 2023 A long with the anticipated uptick in attendance at The International Surfaces Event (TISE) 2023 comes an increase in exhibitors as well, especially new vendors. With over 150 new companies participating this year, it’s safe to say the show is back to what it was pre-pandemic—or even better. Following is a sampling of new companies exhibiting at this year’s show: Akafloor Booth 2262 Akafloor defines its entire line of hardwood products in one word: sustainable.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 26, 2023
i4F TISE 2023 booth Las Vegas— i4F will be exhibiting at TISE 2023 for the fifth year in a row. This year’s show takes place here at the Mandalay Bay conference centre from Jan. 31–Feb. 2, 2023. i4F’s management team will be on-site for the duration of the exhibition. This year, i4F’s 2500-square-foot booth (#3047), depicting the “World of i4F” will focus on the importance of water-resistant and sustainable process innovations, highlighting i4F AquaProtect, its latest water-swell resistant techn
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 26, 2023
(This article was original published by hubspot.com. It has been edited for content and style.) By Allie Decker It should go without saying that your business needs sales to succeed. However, it’s important to remember that sales alone aren’t enough. Personal selling garners better results than pushy, traditional sales efforts. When you connect with your prospects, you’ll understand their problems and can better communicate how your offering helps them.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 26, 2023
Waregem, Belgium—Unilin Technologies and Kastamonu Entegre have extended their licensing cooperation to include the waterproof technology Unicoat. With this new agreement Kastamonu becomes the first flooring manufacturer in Turkey to sign a license agreement for the coating technology developed by Unilin. With the adoption by Kastamonu, the Unicoat technology will now be used by some of the largest players in the industry in North America, Europe and Asia, according to Unilin.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 26, 2023
Jacksonville, Fla.—Cain & Bultman continues to expand its sales staff with the hiring of Logan Jolicoeur as its new territory manager for Coastal South Carolina, effective Feb. 1, 2023. Jolicoeur will be based in Charleston, S.C., and covering the South Carolina coast and the greater metro Savannah, Ga., area. “Logan has been working as a marketing representative and quickly demonstrated the skills necessary for his new role,” said Shawn Moloney, vice president, Cain & Bultma
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 25, 2023
Las Vegas—To showcase its newest flooring introductions, Mohawk Builder + Multifamily is sponsoring the Pro Builder Show Village at the NAHB International Builders’ Show (IBS) here from Jan. 31 to Feb. 2, 2023. The five show homes, including an attainable modular cottage, an upscale manufactured home/ADU combo and a one-bedroom foldable home, are open for tours during show hours.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 25, 2023
(This article was original published by entrepreneur.com. It has been edited for content and style.) By Sharon Miller The beginning of a new year often comes with a laundry list of goals and to-dos, which can quickly become overwhelming if you try to tackle too much, too fast. I’ve always approached resolutions by setting short and long-term goals spanning the entirety of the year—after all, we have 12 months to accomplish our goals, and there’s a reason they’re not called Jan
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 25, 2023
Dalton—The World Floor Covering Association (WFCA) has released details for its presence at TISE 2023, including the debut of a new booth design and a robust lineup of panels, stage events and in-booth educational sessions. The newly designed booth, located at #2413, will be branded with its theme, “Grow with Us,” reflecting the personal and business growth at the core of the organization’s mission and promise to its members. “’Grow With Us’ represents our enduring commitment t
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 24, 2023
Jodie Doyle Miami, Fla.—Indusparquet has announced that Jodie Doyle, who has been with the company since 2019 in the role of vice president, sales & marketing, has been named president of the U.S./North American operations. This new role will be responsible for the overall business and financial operations of the North American entity, along with reporting to Indusparquet’s board of directors and ownership in Brazil.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 24, 2023
Megan Simmons Alpharetta, Ga.—Alliance Flooring welcomed Megan Simmons as director of member development working out of the office here. Simmons will help existing members take full advantage of the benefits available to them in the Alliance Flooring program. Simmons has a wealth of flooring knowledge and experience in retail, sales, training and marketing. “I’m thrilled and honored to be presented with the opportunity to join the AFI family,” Simmons said. “This role is
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 24, 2023
Dalton—The World Floor Covering Association (WFCA) released a new “Tom’s Tips” this week. In the series, Tom Jennings, retail training expert, presents short video tips for improving customer service and optimizing staff performance. In the end, it’s all about understanding the importance of being 1% better than your competition. In this week’s Tom’s Tips, Jennings reminds retailers that in order to perfect any skill, repetition is key.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 23, 2023
Drew Hash Dalton— Southwind Building Products has named Drew Hash as its new president. Hash comes to Southwind from his role as vice president of hard surface category and product at Shaw Industries where he played a pivotal role in the company’s hard surface program. Hash also held senior roles at Zickgraf Hardwood and Armstrong prior to Shaw Industries. “The industry knowledge and proven track record Drew brings to our team will help give us a giant leap forward in our growth plan
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 23, 2023
Dalton—The Taylor Adhesives Mobile App 2.0 is new for 2023 and available now for download from Google Play or the App Store. “ The original Taylor App was introduced in 2020 and has now been fully redesigned,” said Seth Gladden, director of marketing for the Industrial Flooring Division of Meridian Adhesives Group, which includes Taylor. “We’ve made it even more user-friendly and comprehensive.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 25, 2023
Dalton—Certified Flooring Installers (CFI) welcomed new board members to its advisory board. Don Styka, director of field services, Tarkett, was elected as new board chair for CFI during its the December advisory board meeting. Styka, who has been a CFI advisory board member since 2018 succeeds Dave Garden. Rod Von Busch was elected vice chair and Roland Thompson was elected as secretary.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 26, 2023
Tina Wicander Crossland Exeter, N.H.— Tina Wicander Crossland has purchased WE Cork, provider of high-quality cork flooring, underlayment, wall coverings and accessories. Previously the national sales manager for WE Cork , Crossland has worked alongside her sister, Ann Wicander, former president of WE Cork, since 2020. The purchase of WE Cork by Crossland not only continues the WE Cork legacy, but also the five-generation legacy of the Wicander family in the cork industry since 1868.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 23, 2023
Robbie Spurr Santa Fe Springs, Calif.—Lions Floor continues to expand its sales team with the appointment of Robbie Spurr as its U.S. eastern regional sales manager. Spurr’s career spans 32 years in the flooring industry as a retail store owner as well as regional manager for major flooring manufacturers. “I’m profoundly excited about joining the Lions Floor team and helping to build an already strong company with dynamic products and a passion to deliver legendary customer service,” Spurr said.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 23, 2023
Chesapeake, Va.—Triangulo Hardwood Floors has named Philip Key the new vice president of sales and marketing. Key will serve directly under the ownership of Triangulo Hardwood Floors and will facilitate the growth and management of the company’s direct to retail floor covering dealers business. “We are thrilled to have someone of Philip’s extensive experience and passion to lead our Direct to the Retail Floor Covering Dealer business,” said Murilo Granemann of Triangulo Hardwood Floo
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 27, 2023
Calhoun, Ga.—Mohawk is investing in the powerhouse product brand with a state-of-the-art merchandising destination, the SmartStrand Color Wall. Designed to elevate the overall shopping experience, Mohawk’s SmartStrand Color Wall is designed to inspire consumers to easily shop and confidently select a color and comfort level for their home. “With a reputation for being extraordinarily clean, exceptionally durable and environmentally friendly, SmartStrand has been installed in more than 11 million
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 23, 2023
Dalton—Mohawk Group has debuted the latest addition to the commercial flooring manufacturer’s collection of resources for specifiers—the sustainability estimator. The new digital tool, available exclusively on the Mohawk Group website , allows users to see the positive impact their projects can potentially have on the ecological community and society as a whole. “When you are able to have a firsthand glimpse of the possible positive effects of your specifications, it is incredibly empoweri
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 23, 2023
Washington D.C.—A modest drop in interest rates helped to end a string of 12 straight monthly declines in builder confidence levels , although sentiment remains in bearish territory as builders continue to grapple with elevated construction costs, building material supply chain disruptions and challenging affordability conditions , according to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 25, 2023
Dalton—The Floor Covering Education Foundation (FCEF) recently welcomed HMTX Industries as a new supporter to its growing list of flooring industry companies willing to step up and support the recruitment, scholarship and placement initiatives developed by the FCEF. HMTX offers a wide range of resilient flooring products for residential and commercial applications with its Metroflor, Teknoflor and Aspecta brands.
Floor Covering News
JANUARY 27, 2023
Chino, Calif.—Sika introduced MB EZ Rapid, a single-component, rapid-drying moisture barrier, adhesion promoter and substrate consolidator for all floor covering installations over critical substrates for residential and commercial applications. Sika MB EZ Rapid is a roll-on moisture membrane designed to mitigate vapor transmission from porous subfloors for all flooring installations.
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