Tile of Spain USA
AUGUST 26, 2021
The idea that square tiles are the only option for floors and walls has become a thing of the past. Tile of Spain manufacturers offer collections in planks, geometrics, high-reliefs and many other formats that allow design ideas to be carried out in an entirely new way. Below is a glimpse of ways that experimenting with formats can transform a design. .
CTDA's Tiledealer Blog
AUGUST 24, 2021
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE. CONTACT. Sarah Thompson. Ceramic Tile Distributors Association. 630-545-9415. Saraht@cmservices.com. TOTAL SOLUTIONS PLUS ANNOUNCES HIGHLIGHTS FOR 2021. (GLEN ELLYN, IL, August 4, 2021) – Total Solutions Plus (TSP) is excited to bring the ceramic tile industry back together to network and learn from each other, in person. Total Solutions Plus is brought to you by Ceramic Tile Distributors Association , the National Tile Contractors Association , the Tile Council of North
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Why Tile
AUGUST 26, 2021
Outdoor kitchens are rising in popularity as a way to create more living space outdoors and to better enjoy the beauty of nature. Nature’s not the only beautiful thing to look at in an outdoor kitchen — with stunning porcelain and ceramic tile options, you can create an outdoor kitchen that will rival any area… The post Using Porcelain and Ceramic Tile in Outdoor Kitchens appeared first on Why Tile.
Diary of a Tile Addict
AUGUST 25, 2021
We’re big fans of kintsugi – the famous Japanese art of reclaiming the beauty of the broken by highlighting cracks and repairs in gold – not only for its lovely looks, but for the way it encourages the process of mending (especially in ceramics) and emphasises the charm of the imperfect. Kintusgi Hibi Storm. We’ve previously covered one company’s rendition of golden repair ( Wow Design’s Kintsugi ) and today we have another.
Floor Covering News
AUGUST 26, 2021
Calhoun, Ga.—Durkan, the hospitality brand of Mohawk Group, has recently launched Rheo Morph as part of The Waterways Project to celebrate the powerful, evolving nature of rivers. The collection draws attention to how rivers physically mark the environment, leaving patterns and scars on landscapes as they transition, change and re-shape, the company said.
JG Kitchens
AUGUST 25, 2021
I’m camera shy. Sort of. It’s actually video cameras (and webcams) that put me on edge. But as I learned years ago — and keep re-learning — “Risk being uncomfortable” has its rewards in life. When asked to be a presenter in one of my absolute favorite events I had to say yes. The San […]. The post Festival of Books Presentation (First-Ever Vlog Post!
Life of an Architect
AUGUST 22, 2021
Do you know what a Side Hustle is? And if you are an architect, it isn't if you have one, it's how many of them are you likely to have? The post Episode 082: The Side Hustle first appeared on Life of an Architect. Continue reading Episode 082: The Side Hustle at Life of an Architect. Do you know what a Side Hustle is? And if you are an architect, it isn't if you have one, it's how many of them are you likely to have?
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Floor Covering News
AUGUST 26, 2021
Large & Local. Chattanooga, Tenn.—Mohawk Group is bringing its latest initiative, The Waterways Project , to the upcoming Environments for Aging Expo & Conference (EFA) here. From August 28-August 31, 2021, visitors to booth 918 will be able to journey through new products, technologies and innovations that give back to the living waters that sustain us all, the company said.
Kitchen and Residential Design
AUGUST 22, 2021
When you invest in concrete foundation repair in Dayton, Ohio, you want to know that those fixes will last as long as possible! Not only are foundation repair costs an expensive investment but it’s vital that your home sits on a solid, stable foundation. A weak foundation allows a structure to shift and then sink, risking wall cracks, buckled floors, mold, and other damage.
Onfloor Technology
AUGUST 26, 2021
Is your latest concrete job not all it's cracked up to be? Things happen. Even if you did a great job laying concrete for your latest client. Trees, weather, and other unforeseen circumstances can all take a toll on fresh concrete.
The A to Z of Building
AUGUST 24, 2021
Technology developed by Newcastle headquartered Twinview has supported the first building in the world to achieve the coveted SmartScore Platinum standard - the international benchmark for.
Floor Covering News
AUGUST 27, 2021
T oday, consumers want to know where a brand’s products are coming from and how they’re produced; they’re interested in sustainable business practices. With brand transparency on the rise, trust in who a brand is and what it stands for is critical. Because of this, positive brand equity has never been more valuable. Indeed, it is what’s helping to carry many brands through this challenging time.
Kitchen and Residential Design
AUGUST 25, 2021
Photo by JESHOOTS.COM on Unsplash Cleaning can be a tough task, especially if you’re a busy bee with a hectic lifestyle. While hiring cleaning professionals may have crossed your mind at some point, for many people, it is still considered a luxury. If you’re on the fence about whether a cleaning service is a worthwhile investment, we’re here to tell you it certainly is!
Floor Covering News
AUGUST 25, 2021
Cartersville, Ga.—Patcraft, a leader in high-performance commercial flooring, has introduced its first Cradle to Cradle Certified Gold (V3.1) collection, Reverse. A modular collection designed to reflect Patcraft’s commitment to and support of sustainable practices, the Reverse collection uses a carefully curated selection of materials to meet stringent standards for sustainable products.
Floor Covering News
AUGUST 23, 2021
Home improvement flooring projects continue to spur sales for flooring retailers. By Ken Ryan— Despite a host of potential roadblocks—inflationary pressure, the Delta variant, ongoing supply-chain slowdowns and a lack of installers—flooring retailers, for the most part, continue to report strong business activity through early August. With nearly two-thirds of the calendar year in the books, the flooring retail segment remains on pace to match or possibly outperform 2020, which was a stellar yea
Floor Covering News
AUGUST 25, 2021
Altamonte Springs, Fla.—In 2012, as part of the mission to offer “floors beyond expectations,” Kährs Group acquired Upofloor, an industry pioneer in resilient flooring. Upofloor is now being brought fully under the Kährs brand and, going forward, the Upofloor brand will become part of the Kährs product offering as “Kährs Upofloor.” While the name of the Upofloor brand is changing, the products will remain the same: high-performing, extremely durable, aesthetically bold an
Floor Covering News
AUGUST 26, 2021
Following is the 12th edition of the Real Wood Coalition editorial coverage , which can also be seen in the August 23 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.
Floor Covering News
AUGUST 25, 2021
Chicago—After an extensive nomination process, a jury of interior designers, architects, facility managers, procurement professionals, design consultants and enterprise clients has been carefully selected to judge the NeoCon 2021 Best of NeoCon competition. The 2021 jury brings together industry leaders from top firms and companies such as HOK, Amazon and Perkins & Will, with expertise ranging from commercial, healthcare, education and technology sectors.
Floor Covering News
AUGUST 23, 2021
Carrollton, Texas— LM Flooring has announced its largest product launch in the brand’s 20-year history with four new collections as well as extensions to four of its most popular lines, totaling 55 new SKUs launching in the fall. A leader in engineered wood flooring, LM Flooring’s broad portfolio includes wide-width, long-length, textured products in both sliced- and sawn-faced configurations.
Floor Covering News
AUGUST 23, 2021
Waregem, Belgium—The European Patent Office will grant Unilin Technologies a new European Patent on digital structuring technologies. The specific patent EP 3 381 710 will further extend Unilin Technologies’ patent portfolio on “digital structure technologies” for panels, the company said. “Unilin Technologies already described and filed patent protection for digital structuring technologies in 2009,” said Jasmine Geerinckx, business development manager at Unilin Technologies.
Floor Covering News
AUGUST 26, 2021
By Megan Salzano Digital marketing is nothing new, but the rate of change can be a stunner. From website development to SEO best practices and social media strategies, there is a plethora of information a marketer in today’s business environment must be familiar with in order to succeed. Today, video is taking center stage. Thanks to the likes of TikTok and Instagram, consumers are digesting video like never before.
Floor Covering News
AUGUST 24, 2021
More retailers and distributors will now be able to get their hands on the designer-focused Emily Morrow brand of hardwood flooring as a result of the purchase. By Reginald Tucker— T he industry’s biggest hardwood flooring manufacturer by brand just got a little bigger. AHF Products —which counts the Bruce , Capella, Hartco, HomerWood, LM Flooring, Robbins and tmbr lines among its expansive hardwood offerings—adds three more strong names to the mix with its recent purchase of select assets of Am
Floor Covering News
AUGUST 23, 2021
Glen Ellyn, Ill.—The Flooring Contractors Association (FCICA) will return to its first, in-person Convention after a year and half of virtual meetings. The 2021 Annual Convention and Commercial Flooring Trade Show, hosted at the AT & T Hotel and Conference Center, will take place September 13-15, in Austin, Texas. Exhibitor and attendee registration are open.
Floor Covering News
AUGUST 24, 2021
(Editor’s note: Following is the eighth installment in a new series promoting Women of the Flooring Business, a social media group that provides members with a platform to share their experiences, observations and best practices.). W e have all heard the cliché, “A woman belongs in the kitchen.” I did not experience this firsthand until I had an older man come to my store and actually tell me to go make him a sandwich as I greeted him at the door.
Floor Covering News
AUGUST 24, 2021
Chicago— NeoCon 2021, to be held October 4-6 here at theMART, will host a robust lineup of onsite, as well as virtual, educational presentations that will provoke important discourse and explore timely topics within the ever-revolving sectors of workplace, healthcare, hospitality, education and more. The show has tapped influential thought leaders including Jeanne Gang, founding principal and partner, Studio Gang; Frans Johansson, author and CEO, The Medici Group; and Jackie Koo, founding princi
Floor Covering News
AUGUST 26, 2021
( Second in a series ). “I need you to let go of the plane!” my instructor yelled over the roar of the Cessna’s engine. It was August 2019, and I was on my first tandem skydive, sitting in front of Cody Irby—my instructor to whom I was harnessed—a mile-and-a-half above the ground. The plane’s door had just popped open, and we were moving toward it to jump out.
Floor Covering News
AUGUST 26, 2021
Orlando, Fla.—The International Certified Flooring Installers Association (CFI) recently honored Scott Humphrey, CEO of the World Floor Covering Association (WFCA), with the Chris Davis award during its 28 th annual convention at the Rosen Shingle Creek here. Created in 2012 in memory of the late CEO of the WFCA, Christopher Davis, who was noted for his exceptional commitment to promote quality installation and support across the flooring industry, the award honors an individual who emulates Dav
Floor Covering News
AUGUST 25, 2021
Washington, D.C.—Sales of newly built, single-family homes rose 1% in July to a 708,000 seasonally adjusted annual rate, according to newly released data by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census Bureau. This data reflected an expected upward revision to the June new home sales estimate. “New home sales have leveled off this summer after a period of rising costs and strong demand,” said Chuck Fowke, chairman of the National Association of Home Builde
Floor Covering News
AUGUST 25, 2021
I get at least one inquiry a week from owners wanting to sell their flooring businesses. I certainly can advise, but I’m not the expert. So, I decided to reach out to John Palladino, an advisor on divestures and acquisitions of businesses, to get a pro’s take on selling a business. Palladino tells me that selling a business, like anything else, takes a certain amount of skill.
Floor Covering News
AUGUST 25, 2021
Dalton—Shaw Industries has been named to the Forbes Best-In-State Employer for Georgia 2021, ranking 11 th and making it the highest ranked in the Engineering, Manufacturing category in the state and the only flooring company to make the top 40, according to the company. “We continue to prioritize our associates and their growth and wellbeing because they are Shaw’s greatest asset,” said Torrance Ford, vice president of talent management at Shaw.
Floor Covering News
AUGUST 25, 2021
Robert Varden, executive director of CFI, said the response to convention turnout was “phenomenal.”. By Ken Ryan— Orlando—Twice postponed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the International Certified Flooring Installers (CFI) met here for the first time since 2019, and the turnout and response exceeded everyone’s expectations. Of the 175 attendees, 73 were first timers, a testament to the evolution of the organization, according to executive director Robert Varden.
Floor Covering News
AUGUST 23, 2021
By Steven Feldman— By now you have probably read or at least perused our 35th anniversary issue that was published last month. It covered a lot of ground, and I hope you found it to be: a) valuable; b) interesting; c) entertaining; or d) all of the above. Every time we embark on an anniversary issue the challenge is making it different than what may have been done in the past.
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