Tile of Spain USA

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

As the days become shorter and the cool nights trickle in, Mother Nature makes her chilly presence known with a change in season. And just as the outside world begins its cozy transition, we see a similar shift in the colors, textures and details used to decorate interior spaces. Millstone, PLATERA. If you’re considering a seasonal update to your home, or a major change in the materials that define your space, read on as we outline this season’s top ceramic trends that are sure to establish an i

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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.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 21, 2022

With supply chain disruptions finally easing, flooring retailers were suddenly awash in new 2022 introductions from their supplier partners this year. This embarrassment of riches produced its fair share of “must-have” offerings spanning all flooring types. Following are some notable 2022 introductions, along with their key selling points. . Blue1, part of Benchwick’s 2022 introductions.

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The A to Z of Building

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

Researchers have created an “intelligent compaction” technology that can evaluate the quality of road base compaction in real time and is integrated into a road roller. Roads can become.

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Life of an Architect

MARCH 6, 2022

Whenever an architect sits down with a client on a new residential project, the first phase that happens is “Schematic Design”, the initial part of the process where everyone tries to figure out what exactly the project is supposed to accomplish. The post EP 95: Schematic Design first appeared on Life of an Architect. Continue reading EP 95: Schematic Design at Life of an Architect.

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Tile of Spain USA

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

Have you ever stopped to take a careful look at the different floors you tread on each day? Tiled floors are taking over and they can be seen in more and more places: living rooms, bedrooms, terraces, stores, restaurants, offices, industrial premises and high-traffic public areas. Stone, VITACER. According to a “Study of Spanish Material Specifiers’ Perceptions of Tile Materials” conducted in 2021 by NielsenIQ for ASCER, when those participating in the survey were asked for their view of future

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Tile of Spain USA

DECEMBER 22, 2022

Ceramic tiles stand out for their limitless visual potential, their versatile applications and properties such as their durability and resistance. But what contributions does this material make to the environment and to the current economy? CEVICA, Moxy Hotel – Miami, FL. The Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturer’s Association (ASCER) conducted an environmental and circular analysis of Spanish ceramic tiles in conjunction with specialist consulting agency, Eco Intelligence Growth , with the support

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Tile of Spain USA

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Tile of Spain, the international brand representing more than 100 ceramic tile manufacturers belonging to the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturer’s Association (ASCER), is now accepting entries for the 2023 edition of the “Passport to Creativity” tour. Now in its eleventh year, “Passport to Creativity” celebrates the profound history of Spanish ceramics by inviting a select group of architects and interior designers on a journey through Spain to explore the world of Spanish ceramics.

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Tile of Spain USA

OCTOBER 14, 2022

The Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturers Association (ASCER) has announced the five acclaimed architects and designers who will serve on the jury for the 2022 edition of the Tile of Spain Awards. This year’s panel is led by Eric Parry , founder and director of Eric Parry Architects. Judging alongside Parry is Luis Rojo , co-founder of Rojo/Fernández-Shaw Arquitectos , José Juan Barba Editor-in-Chief of Metalocus , Agnès Blanch co-founder of estudi Vilablanch , and Ángel Pitarch President of the C

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Tile of Spain USA

OCTOBER 13, 2022

It is with great sadness that Tile of Spain announces the death of Pedro Riaza, who was general secretary of the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturers’ Association (ASCER) for a quarter of a century. A well-respected industry leader, Riaza retired in 2019 after a long professional career in the ceramic tile sector. Pedro Riaza joined the general secretariat of ASCER in the 1990s, and advised a half a dozen presidents of the association during his 25 year career.

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Tile of Spain USA

SEPTEMBER 23, 2022

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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Tile of Spain USA

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

The Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturer’s Association (ASCER) announces the call for entry for the 2022 edition of Tile of Spain Awards of Architecture, Interior Design and Final Degree Project. Celebrating twenty one years of ceramic excellence, the highly coveted Tile of Spain Awards program honors the outstanding use of Spanish ceramic tiles in architectural and interior design and highlights projects from all around the world.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Daltile’s Rekindle tile flooring collection features StepWise and Microban technology, making it more slip resistant while also eliminating 99% of bacteria on the tile surface. C eramic has traveled a rough road over the last few years. In 2019, the tile flooring category experienced its first decline in a decade as tariffs and antidumping legislation hit the market.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Orlando, Fla.—Coverings, the preeminent event for North America’s ceramic tile and natural stone industry, unveiled a sneak peek of featured education for Coverings 2023, taking place here April 18-21, 2023, at the Orange County Convention Center. A robust lineup of complimentary learning opportunities, including live demonstrations, curated show floor tours, interactive sessions and partner education, will span all tile and stone industry segments.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 16, 2022

While the flooring industry may have an uphill battle in 2023 as it faces a slowdown in Q1-Q2 due to inflationary and housing pressures, the tile category is ready to boost its numbers via its No. 1 draw— style and design. From eye-catching visuals that expertly mimic natural materials to XL formats and even indoor/outdoor functionality, suppliers say these stylings are the key to the category’s success in 2023.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 16, 2022

T he slowing economy has left many in the flooring industry scratching their heads as to what the future holds. High interest rates, slowing home purchases and a surplus of inventory are just a few of the challenges industry suppliers say will need to be tackled in the coming year. However, ceramic suppliers are optimistic about the category’s potential in the coming year.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

In today’s work-home settings, silence is indeed golden. The age-old expression is especially relevant these days as more people work from home and require a more comfortable and tranquil environment. That’s where sound-reducing padding and acoustical underlayment products shine. These essential installation products not only reduce noise transfer from room-to-room but also from ceiling to the floor below in multi-family applications.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Stanton freight surcharges have been removed for several of its product, effective today. Woodbury, N.Y— Stanton has removed hard surface freight surcharges for DWF and Vanguard Flex beginning with shipped orders Monday, Dec. 5. “We hope this will make it easier to stimulate new hard surface business together,” the company said in a letter to its customers. “Our Decorative Waterproof Flooring (DWF) offering continues to grow with the launch of Natural Beauty Stone, 12 large-for

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

T he tremendous excitement surrounding the waterproof flooring category has spurred an array of both natural and synthetic products—and even some innovative, water-resistant hybrid materials. From wood-look SPC, WPC and LVT floors to rigid core brands that feature a real wood veneer, retailers and distributors have a wealth of brands, formats and styles to offer their customers.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 20, 2022

Oberlin, Ohio—The Natural Stone Institute (NSI) has released the schedule for the 2023 Stone Industry Education Series. According to the organization, the Stone Summits will be led by industry leaders and cover a wide range of topics relevant to fabricators, including stone shop management, business diversification and ways to increase efficiency. During the Stone Summits, attendees will have the opportunity to source products from event sponsors and hosts and will benefit from dedicated network

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Oberlin, Ohio—The Natural Stone Institute (NSI) said it will welcome two individuals to its board of directors in January 2023. The new NSI board members are as follows: Restoration and maintenance. Sal Banchitta, Simple Stone Care. Banchitta, who graduated from Hunter College with a Bachelors in geology, has served the natural stone industry for over 35 years in diverse capacities.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

Davenport, Fla.—Sika, a global supplier of specialty industrial chemicals, welcomed 23 installers from all over the state to its facility here for a two-day event focused on training and testing, held November 16 and 17. Sika partnered with the Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) to host evaluations for its Certified Tile Installer (CTI) program.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Zoom presentations and rep visits with limited samples were great when in-person events stopped during the COVID-19 pandemic, and some buyers have chosen to continue buying their inventory that way. Fortunately, as we’ve seen with our continually growing Flooring Markets, located in Dallas , Atlanta and Biloxi, retailers are ready to see new products in person and fully displayed.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

I n recent years, the hardwood flooring category has ceded market share to the likes of competing hard surface segments such as resilient (namely LVT/SPC/WPC) as well as laminate and ceramic—all of which have made strides in mimicking the wood-look visuals. At the same time, many of these alternative product segments have also excelled in the performance department, thanks to ongoing innovations in waterproof/water-resistant technologies.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

Dallas, Texas—Daltile launched its newest porcelain tile collection: Cohesion—an assortment of concrete-look ColorBody porcelain tile. Featuring a range of pleasing neutrals, these large format tiles are ideal for commercial spaces, according to the company. “If a space requires peak performance and outstanding durability as well as the chic aesthetic of a concrete visual, Daltile’s new Cohesion is the perfect flooring choice,” said Laura Grilli, director of product design for Dal-Tile.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 19, 2022

The resilient category today looks a lot different than it did just a few years ago. From glue-down LVT to the powerhouse click vinyl— SPC /WPC —it can be difficult to keep pace with the category’s constant evolution. What can be even more difficult is discerning each vinyl construction from its sister sub-segments and parsing out the individual features and benefits that make each tick.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 27, 2022

Crossville, Tenn. —Crossville has taken the wraps off its Stones at Large porcelain stone collection, an innovative porcelain series inspired by some of the world’s most sought-after earthen materials. The collection is suited for commercial or residential projects with options recommended for both interior walls and floors. Featuring warm and cool colors from marble, onyx, and quartzite, Stones at Large creatively reproduces the elegance of natural stone in sizes up to 48 x 48 with unpolished a

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Dallas—Daltile launched its new Synchronic porcelain tile collection that delivers a stylish, minimalist concrete visual and embodies the popular interior design trend Noble Simplicity—where purity, minimalism and simplicity are at the forefront, according to the company. “As a component of the overarching pursuit of well-being through design, Noble Simplicity creates spaces that are uncluttered, calm, quiet and soothing—where life feels in order,” said Laura Grill, director of product design fo

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

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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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Dallas—Daltile’s new Ravel glazed porcelain collection of marble and stone looks brings contemporary luxury to a space, creating intimate and comforting elegance, according to the company. “It is interesting how the concept of beauty and luxury is changing,” said Laura Grilli, director of product design for Dal-Tile LLC. “Beauty and luxury do not mean opulence and redundant luxe in 2022, but rather creating harmony and an aesthetic that feels lovely, not showy.

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Why Tile

MAY 31, 2022

Archaeologists excavating a construction site in London have uncovered a rare mosaic floor dating to ancient Rome. It’s not uncommon to uncover Roman ruins and artifacts in South London, where the Roman city of Londinium was located. (The Romans ruled Britain from the first to the fifth century and founded the capital of Roman Britannia… The post Rare Mosaic Floor Discovered in London appeared first on Why Tile.

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Why Tile

MAY 16, 2022

If you’re looking to transition your farmhouse decor to a new look or make a farmhouse-style home uniquely your own, this guide is for you. First, What Is Farmhouse Decor? The seemingly contradictory elements of farmhouse decor are comfort and practicality, simplicity and warmth. Because farmhouse decor traces its origins back to the early settlers… The post Six Ways to Update Your Farmhouse Decor appeared first on Why Tile.

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Why Tile

JULY 19, 2022

The bathroom plays an essential role in the home: It’s where we typically start and end our day, as well as use it for relaxation and rejuvenation. As such, bathroom design can have a big impact on our mood — for better or worse. Of course, color is a significant part of any interior design,… The post Five Can’t-Miss Bathroom Color Trends appeared first on Why Tile.

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Why Tile

MARCH 16, 2022

It’s the fourth week of our National Tile Day celebration and countdown to Coverings 2022. After so much time spent indoors the past couple years, people are gravitating toward earth tones and a desire to connect with nature. We’re inviting more natural colors into the home and onto the walls, floors, and other surfaces. At… The post 2022 Tile Trends: Earthy Jewel Tones appeared first on Why Tile.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Mountville, Pa.—AHF Products has revealed that its new vinyl based tile collection, Expressive Ideas, has scored a prestigious 2022 Good Design award. Founded in Chicago in 1950 by Eero Saarinen and Charles and Ray Eames, Good Design remains the oldest and most recognized program for design excellence worldwide. “AHF Products is pleased to win this award,” said Fred Reitz, vice president of commercial, AHF Products.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 14, 2022

Louisville, Ky.—Louisville Tile Distributors held its first-ever company-wide team building and recognition event earlier this fall. More than 80 Louisville Tile employees gathered together for a week-long conference here at the Galt House Hotel. Members of all 13 branches attended five days of seminars on self-growth, client-oriented learning and collaborative activities.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 13, 2022

Livonia, Mich.—Virginia Tile has initiated the next phase in its strategic growth plan with the debut of its branding refresh. The strategic plan, which began last fall with the opening of Virginia Tile’s flagship location in Troy, Mich., has been followed by a new showroom in Kansas City in June 2022 and most recently a new 50,000-square-foot showroom, warehouse and contractor service center in Elk Grove, Ill.

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