Tile of Spain USA

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Spanish companies traveled to Italy last month to showcase their latest collections at Cersaie, the International Exhibition of Ceramic Tile and Bathroom Furnishings. The annual event brings together architects, interior designers, and tile producers to explore the latest innovations and trends in the ceramic tile sector. As Europe’s number one producer and second exporter of ceramics, Spain is a regular participant at the show.

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As The Tile Turns

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Outdoor Porcelain Design: Why Pavers Are Taking Over. When you imagine a modern outdoor living space, what do you picture? Pergolas and rope lights might come to mind, but what about flooring? A variety of innovative solutions are available, but few are as practical or as stylistically versatile as porcelain pavers, which are slowly starting to take over in Colorado.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Miami, Fla.—Spanish companies traveled to Italy last month to showcase their latest collections at Cersaie, the International Exhibition of Ceramic Tile and Bathroom Furnishings. The annual event brings together architects, interior designers and tile producers to explore the latest innovations and trends in the ceramic tile sector. This year according to show organizers, 81 Spanish companies presented their latest ceramic offerings during the week-long fair.

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Why Tile

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Our favorite tile layout pattern is getting a makeover, and we think you’ll be pleased with the results. In case you haven’t already heard the buzz, we’re referring to subway tile’s newest twist: stacked tile. Stacked subway tile is one of the biggest contemporary tile trends right now. We think you’ll understand why after exploring… The post Trend Alert: Stacked Subway Tile appeared first on Why Tile.

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Ceramic Tile Education Foundation

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Flooded tile installations have been top-of-mind lately given two extreme hurricanes within two weeks. In anticipation of questions, we're pooling together advice about how commonly dry area tile installations act as a submerged swimming pool-like installation for a period of time. Since we don't have all the answers, we anticipate this article being a work-in-progress.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

OCTOBER 22, 2021

After being completely smitten with Aleluia’s Color Art collection, we knew it wouldn’t be the last time we cover this company and their gorgeous tiles. And today is the day we share another awesome creation. The highly mordern look of Signature demonstrates the skill of hand-painted ceramics. Individual artworks make up the collection’s 20 different faces, each of which plays with line and irregular spacing to create pattern.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 18, 2021

Arlington, Va.—Coverings, the preeminent event for the ceramic tile and natural stone industry in North America, opened Coverings 2022 event registration, hotel bookings and awards submissions throughout this month. According to the company, attendees of Coverings 2022, which will take place April 5-8, 2022, at the Las Vegas Convention Center in Las Vegas, can register for the event and reserve rooms with official Coverings’ hotels starting Oct. 20, 2021.

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How to Floor Tile

OCTOBER 18, 2021

While installing engineered wood flooring in glue down configuration, I had to remove the laminate flooring as I was installing the wood. After removing the vapor barrier that had been down for many years I found this. A damp spot. This entire floor had been leveled with "Level Quick" a Customs construction product you mix with water almost like water and spill it out on the floor to level it up.

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Life of an Architect

OCTOBER 21, 2021

What is architecture? How do we define architecture as a profession, as a practice, as a concept? I’ve been talking a lot about this lately with colleagues on this topic, so I wanted to attempt a definition of architecture, in my opinion. I have a feeling this is going to be a controversial stance. The post What is Architecture? first appeared on Life of an Architect.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Because no acclimation is needed, speed of installation for Armstrong’s American Personality 12 is drastically increased and aids quicker builds. By Megan Salzano—T he booming flooring industry is chock-full of high-style and innovative products aimed at tapping the unprecedented growth in demand that began in 2020. From rigid core SPC to a resurgence in hardwood and even laminate and carpet, it seems like there’s no shortage of available options for consumers to choose from.

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Trendir Magazine

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Colder nights have began but no need to rush indoors – one of these 40 metal fire pits could extend your outdoors season with warmth and social fun. You’ll find one fire pit design that will suit your patio or outdoor setting. Whether you are a purist or you prefer a more dramatic style, some of these coolest design ideas will certainly inspire you.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Photo by Ante Hamersmit on Unsplash Winter is just around the corner, and depending on which state or region you are currently residing in, the weather is definitely getting colder. And, soon before you know, your house, front porch, or the garden at the back might be invaded with pests, and you will have to call in the home pest control services. It means that as you will be unpacking your winter clothes and stacking up the wardrobe, you should start preparing your house against the infestation

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Life of an Architect

OCTOBER 17, 2021

Getting licensed as an architect is difficult. It requires considerable time and dedication but what if we reimagined the Path to Licensure. The post Ep 086: Reimagining the Path to Licensure first appeared on Life of an Architect. Continue reading Ep 086: Reimagining the Path to Licensure at Life of an Architect. Getting licensed as an architect is difficult.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 18, 2021

By Ken Ryan B ehind every successful floor covering retailer is a supplier—or core group of vendors—with a vested interest in the health and vitality of that retailer. That philosophy is the common thread across the various suppliers floor covering retailers (and even some distributors) have identified in this second annual “Retailers Reveal the Suppliers They Win With” special feature.

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The A to Z of Building

OCTOBER 19, 2021

The design of a 3D-printed product has gained inspiration from a material utilized in memory foam pillows and running shoes. This could help safeguard buildings from collision damage and other.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Modern life affords us so many benefits that were not there in previous centuries. Life generally is easier for all today than at any other point in history. This doesn’t mean that life is perfect now; no it isn’t. But thanks to technological innovations and inventions it is what it is. One of the benefits of our lives today is the availability of options.

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The Armchair Builder

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Many of you are thinking about finding yourself a nice home for your family to grow into. Unfortunately, there just isn’t a whole lot of homes to choose from today. One of the options available is to build a new home from the ground up. The best part about building new is…you get exactly what […].

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 22, 2021

Dallas— The 2021 NAFCD + NBMDA Annual Convention is set to take place here at the Hilton Anatole. After having to conduct last year’s event from a digital distance, both associations said they are looking forward to welcoming hundreds of distribution professionals in person. Throughout the three-day convention, attendees will have the opportunity to educate themselves on trends impacting the industry, share best practices, deepen their relationships and engage with potential new sources of

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Onfloor Technology

OCTOBER 20, 2021

There are two different types of surface finishing for grinder machines : scarifying and concrete grinding. Scarifying and concrete grinding are two different types of hard surface treatments.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

OCTOBER 16, 2021

When it comes to home decoration and aesthetics, there are so many things that one can do to beautify the home to make it livelier and more inviting. Paints and wallpapers do a great job of setting the tone of a room; art as well gives a home a lot of character. However, while paints, art, and wallpapers can be used to pull off various types of looks and feel, it is quite difficult to pull off a natural look without, of course, having something from nature.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Tyler Geren. Oct. 20, 2021—Bella Flooring Group has made some changes to its management team. Tyler Geren has been appointed CEO. Paul AC Domine has returned and will serve as president of sales and marketing. Additionally, Bill Briggs will shift to the position of director of sales operations. Geren, Domine and Briggs all bring unique aspects to Bella Marketing Group, according to the company.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Calhoun, Ga.—Aladdin Commercial, a leader in main street flooring , introduced RevWood Plus. According to Aladdin Commercial, the product offers a durable waterproof flooring system in a variety of on-trend hardwood looks and colors. “The launch of this product is the beginning of a new era,” said Robb Myer, vice president of business development, Aladdin Commercial.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 19, 2021

By Gregg Hicks—Preventive care and planning are a hot topic right now. The 65-and-older population grew by an estimated 34.2% in the last decade, increasing the demand for home renovations focused on safe living and aging in place. Important modifications are needed in the home when a retiree decides they want to “age in place” instead of moving to an assisted-living facility.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 18, 2021

Lancaster, Pa.—Armstrong Flooring has launched Essentials Plus. The rigid core product is designed for residential spaces and features on-trend designs while offering the same excellent performance standards expected from Armstrong Flooring, according to the company. Touting the tagline, “Beauty Built to Last,” Armstrong Flooring said its newest rigid core collection, Essentials Plus, channels the popular Japandi design influence with a 20-SKU assortment.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 18, 2021

San Diego, Calif.—Cali, the omni-channel flooring and decking company, added four new colors to its engineered bamboo flooring collection. According to Cali, the engineered planks feature a stratified design, layering solid bamboo over a sustainable wood core. The new floors are made with click-lock milling—ideal for glue-down or floating installations.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 19, 2021

St. Louis, Miss.—The National Wood Flooring Association ( NWFA ) has inducted Terry Green of DuraSeal into its Legacy Scholarship program through the NWFA Education and Research Foundation (NERF). The NERF Legacy Scholarship program honors individuals who made significant contributions throughout their lives to advance the wood flooring industry. “Terry was one of the first people I worked with when I joined this industry more than 35 years ago at DuraSeal/Minwax,” said Jim Schumache

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Washington, D.C.— Single-family housing production held steady in September as strong demand helped to offset ongoing building material supply chain disruptions. Meanwhile, declines in multifamily production helped to push overall housing starts in September down 1.6% to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.56 million, according to a report from the U.S.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Following is the 14th edition of the Real Wood Coalition editorial coverage , which can also be seen in the October 18 print edition of FCNews. These features include educational insights, new and staple hardwood products and a spotlight featuring one of the Coalition’s members. A new edition of RWC coverage will be available in every print issue of FCNews throughout the year.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Toronto, Ontario—Torlys, a global flooring company, welcomed Amy Bonenfant as category manager, a newly-created role as part of Torlys continued investment in its product development division. Backed by 17 years in the flooring industry as a category leader who held key strategic product management roles, Bonenfant now leads the product selection process and strategy for Torlys wood-based product portfolio along with managing the life cycle of all stock programs, according to the company.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 20, 2021

Hannover, Germany—Domotex, a leading trade show for carpets and floor coverings, is set to restart in 2022. The event will be staged here in the southern part of the Hannover Exhibition Center Jan. 13-16, 2022, with various virtual participation options also available. As a compact trade show staged in halls 11, 12 and 13, show organizers said admission is governed by “3G” regulations (“3G” is a German acronym standing for proof of vaccination, proof of recovery or a negative COVID-19 test resul

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 19, 2021

By Jim Armstrong—In the previous installment , I outlined some of the key business lessons I learned from my training as a skydiver. Following are a few more lessons: Lesson #5: You’re capable of more than you think. Before I made it a goal to become a skydiver, it never entered my consciousness that I could be capable of jumping out of planes and parachuting safely to the ground.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 20, 2021

By Lisbeth Calandrino—Finding employees is almost impossible for many businesses—that includes the flooring industry. Perhaps it’s time to try some different tactics when it comes to finding/recruiting employees. One idea is to take on a college intern —it’s a proven way to try out an employee without hiring or having to pay them. It’s also a good way to develop a training program for new employees.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 18, 2021

T he stars came out to shine on Oct. 9 as the industry hosted a gala at the iconic Rainbow Room to benefit the Floor Covering Industry Foundation (FCIF). With the picturesque Manhattan skyline as the backdrop, 20-some-odd tables of 10 were populated by a who’s who of the flooring industry who came to support a great cause. One inarguable fact: This industry cleans up well.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 18, 2021

Lions Floor has increased its warehousing capability many times over the last few years. One of its latest expansions includes this 52,000-square-foot facility in Paramount, Calif. By Megan Salzano L ions Floor, based in Santa Fe Springs, Calif., began simply and modestly in 2017 with the goal of servicing its immediate area with what it called “the most competitively priced” SPC flooring in the market.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 19, 2021

Mike Gallman, president of Mohawk Group (second from left) speaks with Geoff Gordon, executive director of Fuse Alliance, during NeoCon 2021. By Ken Ryan—Chicago—Like many in-person events during the age of COVID-19, NeoCon endured postponements and schedule changes that wreaked havoc on its goal of a mid-June gathering. Instead, NeoCon was moved to early October, and while some top-tier floor covering companies pulled out ahead of the show citing pandemic concerns, those who did attend took adv

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 19, 2021

By utilizing XGS services, retailer customers can consolidate their orders for added efficiency and convenience. By Steve Feldman—Chattanooga, Tenn.—Despite numerous supply chain challenges and rising costs across the board, Xpress Global Systems ( XGS ) is on pace for a record year. A tenacious commitment to service—including a massive technology upgrade and new customer portal—coupled with a strong value proposition for flooring retailers and suppliers is driving this growth.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 19, 2021

The move toward higher-end carpet products has benefited companies like Karastan. Shown is Intriguing Allure. By Ken Ryan S ince the second quarter of 2020, the residential carpet segment has performed a lot like the LVT category, with soaring double-digit increases. While that level of performance might be nothing new for LVT, it is a bold-faced headline for carpet—a category that previously had been losing market share while puttering along with little to no yearly gains.

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