Floor Covering News

JANUARY 19, 2022

Matthew Saltzman, CEO, and Crosby Hall, EVP corporate resources, of Louisville Tile. Since 1955, Louisville Tile, a family-owned business, has been providing state-of-the-art ceramic tile and setting materials to both residential and commercial customers. Louisville, Ky.—Since

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

By Heidi Steele—With a dizzying array of flooring alternatives today, selecting appropriate finish materials intelligibly is more important than ever. Flooring trends are constantly evolving, waxing and waning in looks and demand as each season passes. What’s driving a return to these classic floors is their obvious enduring beauty.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JANUARY 27, 2020

Ceramic tile is not only beautiful, it is also healthy for your home. So states a Bulletin from TCNA (Tile Council of North America)s. The Bulletin notes that tile is also long-lasting, easy to clean, fire-safe, and offers many slip-resistant choices. Ceramic tile contains none of the formaldehyde found in some floor coverings.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 11, 2022

Crossville said its commitment to sustainability is the standard bearer for the domestic tile industry, and this recognition further solidifies the brand’s reputation as an environmental leader not only in the tile industry but also as a national manufacturer. Use waste as a resource. Prioritize regenerative resources.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 3, 2022

—Technical sales teams from Sika and Merkrete were on hand at at the Ceramic Tile Education Foundation’s (CTEF) headquarters recently to conduct tile-setting training. The post Sika, Merkrete conduct training at CTEF appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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The Tile Council of North America Blog

MAY 1, 2015

Tile: The Natural Choice An overview of ceramic tile's performance and sustainability-related attributes. Tile and Green Building: Credits and Requirements An at-a-glance guide to the credits, points, and compliance parameters applicable to ceramic tile in today's green building standards and rating systems.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

operations have achieved International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 14001 and 9001 in 2023. The ISO 14001 recertification confirms the Madison operations have met the internationally agreed-upon standard to identify, monitor and control environmental performance through efficient resource consumption and waste minimization.

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The Tile Council of North America Blog

MAY 1, 2015

Tile: The Natural Choice An overview of ceramic tile's performance and sustainability-related attributes. Tile and Green Building: Credits and Requirements An at-a-glance guide to the credits, points, and compliance parameters applicable to ceramic tile in today's green building standards and rating systems.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 11, 2023

—Mannington Commercial announced that its operations located here have achieved International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 14001 recertification. The Calhoun location manufactures commercial broadloom carpet, modular carpet tile, rubber and residential rigid core flooring products.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

The National Tile Contractors Association ( NTCA ) trainers will be touring nine states, offering 17 free, standards-based workshops and eight free regional trainings this year—nearly double the number provided in 2023. Tile technology—membranes Find the full schedule here. Jackson, Miss.—The Workshops will be held in: Calif.,

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 10, 2022

The popularity of bamboo and cork flooring remains strong despite the intense competition from the deluge of LVP/SPC products. However, despite all these positive attributes , bamboo and cork flooring products cannot sell themselves. Joanie Beazley, residential sales manager, Carpet One Floor & Home, Asheville, N.C.,

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Solon, Ohio—Tarkett, a global leader in sustainable and innovative flooring solutions, is increasing its presence on the east coast, thanks to the expansion of one of its distributors. has served customers in the flooring business since 1931, managing some accounts over three generations. Effective Oct.1, Michael Halebian & Co.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 18, 2020

LG Hausys Floors introduced a new addition to its PRESTG line of premium SPC flooring products called the Artistry collection. Designed with realistic visuals and textures that aim to create a dramatic artistic statement for commercial interior spaces, the new collection features six plank and six tile visuals. Atlanta, Ga.—

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

Novalis Innovative Flooring achieved Global GreenTag’s GreenRate certification. Novalis l oose lay tile , h igh density core (HDC) and g lue down are now GreenRate Level A certified. The assessment measures human health impacts, ecotoxicity, resource use, waste reduction, energy and water footprints and more. Dalton, Ga.—Novalis

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Floor Covering News

JULY 8, 2021

The Tile Council of North America (TCNA) revealed the publication of its Material Ingredient Guide on July 7 at Coverings 2021. First, to obtain GreenScreen Benchmark Scores (listed within the guide) for the vast majority of material ingredients used by ceramic tile, mortar and grout manufacturers. Clemson, S.C.—The

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Offering a unique combination of design versatility, easy installation and high-end performance, Karndean LooseLay aims to set the standard for commercial LVT. mm thick, Karndean LooseLay transitions easily to most carpet tile. The post Karndean adds stylish new LooseLay designs appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 16, 2017

You may be adding garland to your White Pine or pining after tile you saw on our website. Whatever the case may be, when it comes to small design details, don’t forget about tile trim. First, check out our list of tile trim terms, where we describe various types as well as mention AC Collections that feature them.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 29, 2022

.— Coverings, the premier international tile and stone exhibition and conference in North America , released the winners of the annual Rock Star Award in advance of Coverings 2022, which will take place April 5-8 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Rogue Bergerson, tile artisan, Bergerson Tile, Astoria, Ore. Distributor.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Patcraft has introduced its latest carpet tile collection, Artful & Textured. As a carpet tile with EcoWorx backing, the collection can be recycled at the end of its useful life to then be remade into EcoWorx flooring through the re[TURN] Reclamation Program. Cartersville, Ga.—

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 18, 2012

Thanks to the Tile Heritage Foundation. 2, 2012) - After publishing this post, I was thrilled to read this article, Foundation crafts artisan-tile archive , honoring the co-founders of the Tile Heritage Foundation and their commitment to preserving our tile heritage. They promote contemporary tile work as well.

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Ceramics of Italy

JUNE 1, 2023

The standard sets out a detailed set of criteria for a company’s environmental management system (EMS) and certifies the validity of the measures adopted to protect the internal and external environment. www.energieker.it L'articolo EnergieKer obtains UNI EN ISO 14001: 2015 certification proviene da ceramica.info. www.energieker.it

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 1, 2022

—Martha Salazar, director of marketing for TCNA-Mexico, is a Coverings Rock Star Award recipient for 2022, according to the Tile Council of North America (TCNA). The Coverings Rock Star program is recognizes emerging tile and stone industry trailblazers who consistently innovate and lead through achievement.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

Better for the planet Made with the company’s K-Wave friction-grip backing to keep the flooring in place, Karndean LooseLay can be installed without full-spread adhesive. Individual planks and tiles are easily removed and replaced if damaged. Pieces also can be lifted and reused.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Atlanta—Coverings, the preeminent event for the ceramic tile and natural stone industry in North America, has revealed a select lineup of featured educational opportunities for Coverings 2024 , which will take place April 22-25, 2024, here at the Georgia World Congress Center (GWCC).

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 1, 2013

Cement Tile Layout Guide & Checklist. Youve been looking at cement tile patterns for months, debated color schemes and palettes, considered custom cement tile options and now are ready to order the tile! Cement Tile with Traditional Rug Design. Achieve the classic look of a tile rug on your floor with a border.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MAY 28, 2013

Tile Of Spain Launches Quick Ship Collection. Available online at www.tileofspainusa.com/quickship , the Quick Ship Collection is presented in a sleek, 68-page color online catalogue that highlights products from Spanish ceramic tile manufacturers that are in stock and available within 4 to 8 weeks. Ann Sacks introductions at KBIS.

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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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Floor Covering News

JUNE 19, 2023

More recently, the company was the only flooring manufacturer to be ranked among America’s Climate Leaders by USA Today. Our employees are committed to these principles as we work together to advance our sustainability leadership and bring new innovation to flooring,” Lorberbaum. Calhoun, Ga.—Mohawk

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Tile Talk

APRIL 16, 2013

With its eye towards the future, Coverings 2013 has remained steadfast in its quest to provide the best possible experience for the attendees of its annual tile and stone trade fair and expo. It’s this dedication to innovation and resourcefulness that continue to drive the success of Coverings and make it a must-attend annual event.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Arcot’s advocacy in the human rights space greatly complements the sustainable work practices that exist through NSI’s third-party verified Natural Stone Sustainability Standard (ANSI/NSI 373) and the NSI Accreditation program. The post Greg Osterhout, Sam Arcot receive NSI awards appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 26, 2022

Las Vegas—Coverings, the largest international tile and stone exhibition and conference in North America, has announced a comprehensive roster of both popular and new programs for Coverings 2022 —which will take place April 5-8, 2022, at the Las Vegas Convention Center here. Three educational stages.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 2, 2012

It seems everyone is looking for ways to save time, money and resources to become more efficient in what they do. The flooring industry has been no different. First came the advent of large-format tile designs, providing the customer with greater coverage (not to mention some great new looks) while using fewer total tiles.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Seoul, South Korea— NOX Corporation, a global LVT(Luxury Vinyl Tile) manufacturer, released its plan for the transition to sustainable raw materials contributing to carbon reduction in all products. NOX said it intends to set the standard for sustainable flooring and declared that all finished products would be 100% recyclable.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 8, 2020

Dalton—Arropure, a new hand sanitizer brand made by Arropol Chemicals, has launched a “Helping Hand” initiative in support of the floor covering industry. Scott Humphrey, CEO of WFCA, observed: “We’re providing a resource you would need anyway. and meets all the requirements of the CDC and W.H.O.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 27, 2022

The company’s EcoWorx carpet tile became the first product in the world to be Cradle to Cradle Certified Silver under the new, more rigorous Version 4.0 standard . Launching our seventh associate resource group, Mosaic, which recognizes and harnesses the power of physical, emotional and neurological diversity .

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

MAY 14, 2015

Looking for online tools to help you choose the right tile installation products? The CUSTOM website offers resources that make selecting a quality tile installation system fast and easy. Plus, you can always call on our Technical Services for expert assistance on any type of project.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JANUARY 11, 2013

In part 1 of this feature on the industry in 2013 (ASHLEY, PLEASE LINK HERE TO PART 1), industry resources affirmed that the continuing housing recovery could mean a good year for ceramic tile and stone. To ensure the rising tide lifts their own boats, tile companies must grasp they are at a technology crossroads. “For

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