Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 19, 2023

I nnovation is at the heart of product development for flooring manufacturers. Fortunately, this year’s “must-have” product introductions serve as a compilation of in-demand and innovative soft and hard surface flooring. Following is a sampling of some notable products from 2023, along with their key selling points.

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Tile of Spain USA

MARCH 19, 2024

Spain continues to lead production within the European Union, with over $432 million in domestic ceramic tile sales. Throughout the four-day event, Spanish tile manufacturers showcased ground-breaking advancements in production methods and technologies, unveiling a new era of ceramic excellence.

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The London Tile Co.

FEBRUARY 1, 2018

Read on to find out more about the Calacatta marble effect and Chateau stone effect flagstone tiles. Our Calacatta range features a matching marble effect wall and floor tile, perfect for adding a luxurious look to bathrooms and kitchens. Love the natural look but don’t want the added maintenance?

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 8, 2024

Dallas, Texas—Daltile recently launched six new tile and stone collections into its product line, and these new products are being showcased prominently during the nationwide Mohawk Momentum Roadshow during the month of January. Drastic veining on top of exotic colors creates a magnetic pull to your space.

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The London Tile Co.

APRIL 14, 2016

Tiles have been a traditional covering for walls and floors for hundreds of years, and while many interior trends have come and gone, tiles are still one of the most popular choices for kitchens and bathrooms. Marble Effect Tiles. We love the look of natural stone, but the price and level of maintenance can be offputting.

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Tile of Spain USA

APRIL 28, 2022

Stone Inspiration. Ceramic wall and floor tiles inspired by natural stone consists of many different shades giving them a worn effect. Likewise, these finishes provide a timeless and the natural wear and tear of the environment. Marbled Ceramic. Ceramic material is connected with nature from its origin.

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Tile of Spain USA

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

In this trend, ceramic surfaces bring us back to basics with finishes inspired by woodgrain, natural stone and organic textiles. Wall and floor tiles with polished finishes are another safe bet this fall. Large ceramic slabs enrich floors, walls, countertops and more with layers of understated definition and finesse.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 5, 2020

One of the biggest decisions you will need to make is what to use for your patio flooring. With so many patio flooring options, it can be tough to decide which is best. What is patio flooring? As the name implies, patio flooring is any flooring option used on an outdoor patio. How to buy the best patio flooring.

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Architectural Ceramics

FEBRUARY 25, 2019

While we can’t help you clean out your closet by purging, thanking, or folding your clothes, Architectural Ceramics can help you clean your tile floor or backsplash. Check out the following tips below, organized into categories, to care for and maintain your porcelain, ceramic, glass or natural stone tile. Windex anyone?

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 27, 2020

Choosing the most suitable bathroom flooring can be daunting. You want your bathroom flooring to complement the rest of the home yet still withstand high moisture levels, humidity and heavy foot traffic. The sheer number of bathroom floor designs, colors, textures and material types further complicate the process. But are they?

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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. 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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How to Floor Tile

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

We like the appeal of warm Natural Stone and Slate offers an earthy look but it's days are numbered in your shower. There are a number of Natural Stone products you see installed in shower design centers all over made from Marble, Travertine and yes, Slate. I actually like Natural Stone for the workability.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 12, 2019

From ceramic to porcelain and glass to marble, you’re sure to find something that fits your style and your wallet. To view more options from the City Hall Collection, visit the Product Page of our website or download a Data Sheet here. AC’s Kiln & Penny Collection, used as a shower floor and wall, in the color Petrolio.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 13, 2017

The same could be said when considering a handmade ceramic or natural stone, because the variation in the tile’s glaze or veining may surprise you. Porcelains too, can be made with a uniform look or to mimic veining found in natural stone. Natural Stone Variation.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 19, 2024

Dallas, Texas—Daltile is currently highlighting several of its recently launched new quartz and porcelain products as part of the Daltile presence at the Mohawk Momentum Roadshow taking place nationwide during the month of January. Calacatta Royale Calacatta Royale showcases classic long veined marble designs.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 10, 2022

Dallas, Texas—Daltile has developed the Lava finish, a unique, proprietary finish for quartz surfaces that creates the most realistic, natural stone feel available on the market today, according to the company. Liberty Black is the first product to feature Lava finish. Liberty Black.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 17, 2018

Since we’re on the heels of our March Madness: ACI’s Final Four Tile Matchups blog, let’s round out a list in the same main tile types: porcelain, ceramic, glass and natural stone. Natural Stone: A variation on the penny round theme, the Effervescence Collection plays with multiple sizes of circles.

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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 It is interesting how the concept of beauty and luxury is changing,” said Laura Grilli, director of product design for Dal-Tile LLC.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 10, 2015

The use of a Gray colored Thinset can result in discoloration of the stone or the appearance of oily stains on the face of the stone. It would be prudent to recommend the use of White Thinset for all natural stone installations, but that may not prevent yellowing from occurring completely.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Oberlin, Ohio—The Natural Stone Institute published industry-wide ISO Type III environmental declarations, also called environmental product declarations (EPDs), for three applications of natural dimension stone: cladding, flooring/paving and countertops. Colorado Stone Quarries.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 3, 2022

By Ken Ryan—For many flooring retailers, 2021 represented their best sales year on record. That success didn’t happen by chance—it was quality products that helped generate the revenue stream that continues to this day. About the product: Shaw’s Pet Perfect line offers durable, easy- to-clean carpets. Panoramic’s 10.6

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 30, 2017

It’s no secret that natural stone has natural variation. speaks to a scary common client question: can natural stone can be hand-picked? “If you are ordering marble, limestone, or any natural stone, be prepared to go with flow. ” For Washington D.C.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

(ARLINGTON, VA—February 12, 2019) Coverings ( coverings.com ), the largest international tile & stone exhibition and conference in North America, will honor the beauty and durability of tile this National Tile Day as the February 23 observance enters its third year.

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Architectural Ceramics

AUGUST 2, 2019

This hand-chopped and tumbled mosaic pairs two natural stones in black and beige tones, similar to those found in Lisbon. A natural red clay terra cotta tile, a machine-made ceramic, or a hand-made cement tile with a custom colorway — There is more than one way to incorporate red tile into a residential or commercial design.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

The Natural Stone Institute presented its 2021 Person of the Year award to Michael Picco of Picco Group. Oberlin, Ohio—The Natural Stone Institute presented its 2021 Person of the Year award to Michael Picco of Picco Group, and named John Cierech of Tennessee Marble Company its 2021 Natural Stone Craftsman of the Year.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 12, 2023

EmserTile Parkview Inspired by the world’s finest marbles, Parkview offers traditional marble looks with classic whites and the deepest blacks as well as unconventional marbles with its deep, rich cobalt blue. The matte finish is unique in that it has more of a honed effect resembling natural stone.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 28, 2021

Dallas, Texas— Daltile launched three new tile collections and a new natural stone collection. The new assortments offer myriad fashionable products with exceptional performance features, the company said. The following are Daltile’s new stone and tile collections: Enlite. Pietra Divina.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 20, 2024

During Tile of Spain’s annual press conference, held on the second day of the exhibition, Vicente Nomdedeu, president of the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturer’s Association (ASCER), reported on the tenacity of Spain’s ceramic sector, providing insight on 2023 production, sales and exports figures.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

This next-gen product is billed as a game-changer for homeowners and design professionals seeking a sophisticated yet practical stone-look flooring option. This high-performance laminate flooring offers marble and porcelain visuals in a user-friendly, click-lock tile. Shorebreak is our answer to that.”

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Fabric and Tile Masters

MARCH 7, 2017

Marble Coating Removal in Jacksonville. Contact Us Today for a FREE Quote on Marble Coating Removal Services. What Is Marble Coating Removal? Marble coating removal is necessary when topical sealers are applied to natural stone. We are often asked to apply urethane or acrylic coatings to natural stone.

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How to Floor Tile

DECEMBER 27, 2016

Because of the nature of this business I have the opportunity of visiting numerous design stores on a regular basis. I happened to visit a new Floor And Decor that recently opened in The Colony Texas. This application was on the walls but it would look great on floors as it was intended too.

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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. During the Stone Summits, attendees will have the opportunity to source products from event sponsors and hosts and will benefit from dedicated networking time. Tennessee Stone Summit.

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 24, 2019

Using white marble in a space, like putting on a pair of pointy-toed heels, is always a timeless choice. AC’s Candango Collection featuring a dimensional mosaic in Thassos marble. A mosaic sheet in Thassos marble from AC’s Candango Collection. A mosaic sheet in Thassos marble from AC’s Candango Collection.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 12, 2023

Dalton—Shaw Floors, flagship residential brand of Shaw Industries Group, has announced its new 2023 Phase I soft surface and hard surface introductions. Shaw Floors has also announced its 2023 Phase I hard surface introductions featuring alluring, modern and performance-driven styles. Soft surface.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 3, 2021

A part of Daltile’s Panoramic Porcelain Surfaces extra-large slab program, the designer Couture line includes both special-order and stocked products that feature fierce style straight off the runway, the company said. The blue of Panoramic’s Sapphire Status is inspired by sodalite blue stones found in nature, Viana added. “In

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Granada Tile

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Like any flooring, many things can cause stains such as biological growth, food and beverage spills, ink, and inorganic materials. For optimal results, we suggest several commercially available products. It can work on many types of natural stone, tile, masonry, concrete, brick, grout, vinyl, and unfinished or bare wood.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 26, 2022

Los Angeles—Emser Tile, leading designer and producer of the world’s finest tile and natural stone, said it released collections designed for outdoor living environments to add to its existing portfolio of products. The post Emser releases outdoor living collections appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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