CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 2, 2012

The flooring industry has been no different. On wall installations especially, large-format, traditional thickness porcelain or ceramic tile can be a bit labor intensive. The contractors came away from this meeting impressed with the strength and ease of installation of this new product.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2013

We know this product meets the needs of so many shower applications, and is an ideal item to be specified for hotels with a sizable number of guestrooms.” Working with Anthony Celio, we settled upon their prefabricated mats, both standard and custom for the entire space, all of which is now controlled by their SOLO thermostats.

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Ceramics of Italy

OCTOBER 12, 2023

Research led to ever-more efficient plant and to the production of tiles with a high content of recyclable material and industrial waste. Coem meets the requirements of the ISO 17889-1 standard, implementing a series of actions and measures throughout the entire product lifecycle.

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The London Tile Co.

DECEMBER 8, 2020

As these adhesives are generally not suitable for Porcelain tiles, the most common type of floor tile. E = Indicates Extended Working Time or pot life and can apply to both fast setting and standard setting adhesive. British Standards. C1 Cement Based Adhesives. C2 Cement Based Adhesives.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

OCTOBER 10, 2017

This standard tub and shower installation in Portland, Oregon was completed by Stoneman Construction. Proving that expert craftsmanship is in the details, Jeremy Bickett explains that they took the time to vein match the tile, a polished porcelain, even though they only had five different tiles to choose from. “We

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Recently, porcelain tile and terrazzo have taken significant share from hardwood and stone flooring thanks to their more diverse visual designs, higher damage resistance and ease of maintenance. Finding floors that meet global sustainability standards can be daunting.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 14, 2023

There have been concerns about higher inflation and rising interest rates within the lending industry over the past year,” King added. In the last decade, the segment was hard hit by online retailers who provided convenience, competitive pricing and extensive selections, according to industry studies.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 6, 2021

Throughout the show, Laticrete said it will offer product demonstrations on how top contracting professionals handle a variety of challenging tile installations and learn about alternatives to help lower staggering injury and ailment statistics associated within the physically demanding construction industry. according to Laticrete.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 1, 2023

Coverings 2023, the tile industry’s premier North American trade show, took place here last month, April 18-21, to resounding industry excitement and palpable energy across the show floor. The porcelain tile line offers a large-format deco stone look available in eight styles. O rland o , F la.—

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Architectural Ceramics

MAY 17, 2019

I am very diligent about putting every meeting on my calendar. Not just because of time management, but I love the collaboration that comes out of these meetings. This certification will only help to solidify us as professionals in the industry. R: I had to learn to plan and schedule my day. I believe that knowledge is power.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

AUGUST 13, 2013

When mixed with water, Kerabond T acts as a medium-bed mortar meeting the ANSI A118.1 standard and ISO 13007 Classification C1T. standard and ISO 13007 Classification C2ES2P2. Growing representation from Spanish tile industry at CERSAIE 2013. Industry Insights Innovations Product Information' www.mapei.com.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 5, 2022

It’s common knowledge among industry observers that commercial tends to lag behind residential activity—at least during normal business cycles anyway. Certain Main Street/ Commercial segments, like education, performed very well in 2021 and into 2022,” noted Quentin Quathamer, director of Main Street commercial, Shaw Industries.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MAY 21, 2012

is launching “Laminam by Crossville,” a full line of lean profile, large format porcelain products. Under the agreement, Crossville is the sole source for Laminam’s innovative large unit porcelain panel products throughout the U.S. Industry Insights Innovations Product Information' Crossville Inc.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 6, 2021

April 2019 was the last time Coverings held an in-person show, and organizers say the industry is ready to meet and greet in person once again. ” Coverings 2021 is among the first of the larger industry trade shows to host an in-person event in the U.S., We want to have a great place for people to meet and network.”.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

Smart City meets the requirements of Living Product Challenge Petal Certification and is domestically manufactured at Mohawk’s “Living Site” facility in Glasgow, Va. The Smart City collection comes standard with Duracolor Tricor solution-dyed nylon fiber and EcoFlex NXT tile backing.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 6, 2021

By Megan Salzano—While resilient flooring— rigid core SPC in particular —has taken the industry by storm, ceramic tile is poised for a resurgence. Crossville’s Waldrep said manufacturers must be attuned to the perspectives and priorities of millennials and Gen Zers to answer the eco-driven standards of these influential generations.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JANUARY 31, 2020

The Italian tile industry has analysed the product’s environmental impacts over its entire life cycle by means of a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA). It revealed the superior environmental performance of Italian porcelain floor tiles. Akoya by Ceramica Sant’Agostino. of Italian ceramic tile production. Alter by Provenza. More at [link].

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 22, 2019

The National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) released its 2019 Bathroom Design Trends, which coincided with its annual Kitchen and Bath Industry Show (KBIS), celebrating the best in kitchen and bathroom design trends. Vitromex Conde Porcelain Marble Collection. bathroom design trends. Bathtubs and showers.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 25, 2021

Industry observers say the first and fourth quarters of 2020 performed significantly better than the second and third quarters. While the five major commercial sectors each face macro issues influencing flooring choices, much of the conversation about specifications centers on meeting health and safety concerns. Corporate offices.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MAY 9, 2013

Florida Tile has taken the look of early Americana and its own Made-In-The-USA initiative a few steps further with the release of Cliffside HDP High Definition Porcelain™ wall and floor tile, inspired by traditional Vermont slate.“As That is especially true in the design of our newest color body porcelain floor and wall tile line, Cliffside.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

In fact, industry experts agree grout and mortar can make or break a tile installation. Consider the industry trend toward larger module tiles—this has created a need for more specialized, large, heavy tile adhesive mortars,” he said. Russ Gaetano, senior marketing manager, Ardex. Custom Building Products.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 23, 2012

NSF International, an independent global organization that writes public health standards and certifies products for food, water and consumer goods, now offers Green Squared Certification for sustainable ceramic tiles, glass tiles and installation materials. www.nsfsustainability.org.

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The London Tile Co.

MAY 16, 2018

Tiles should meet recognised ISO standards to ensure they have the correct qualities for their use, this includes testing for thermal shock. I’ve used porcelain, as it is a high-fired ceramic that makes for a tough tile to withstand changes of temperature and hard wear. Consider what the body of the tile is made of.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 15, 2012

All domestically produced Florida Tile porcelain products have been certified to contain at least 40% recycled content, thus setting a new standard in an industry eager for valid environmental initiatives. The certification is not only a great achievement for Florida Tile but also an industry first,” according to Franceschelli.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

OCTOBER 25, 2012

The graphic development is done using Florida Tile’s proprietary DP-Digital Porcelain technology. The challenge for MAPEI’s R&D group was to meet or exceed a rating of 50 for both STC (airborne sound) and IIC (impact sound) standards on a 6″ (15 cm) concrete slab with no ceiling. Industry Insights Innovations'

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Conestoga Tile

DECEMBER 17, 2014

The TCNA also works with legislators and manufacturers to ensure that tile produced and sold within the US meets a strong set of standards. This is all possible because the TCNA has brought together manufacturers, government entities, and installation professionals who have used their respective expertise to strengthen the industry.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 15, 2021

The show floor was indeed abuzz with high-energy meetings, product demonstrations and educational opportunities. Exhibitors welcomed the chance to meet with customers in person once again and even make new connections. For designers from Miami to Dallas to LA, that 24 x 48 is now a standard size. What’s trending.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MARCH 13, 2013

Soon the industry realized some unexpected tradeoffs with too much texture. As a result, products were adjusted so they wouldn’t be a maintenance problem, but they would meet slip resistant requirements. Slip resistant standards-of-care and codes have been a moving target. The standard of care was expected to be a minimum of 0.60

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Conestoga Tile Blog

DECEMBER 17, 2014

The TCNA also works with legislators and manufacturers to ensure that tile produced and sold within the US meets a strong set of standards. This is all possible because the TCNA has brought together manufacturers, government entities, and installation professionals who have used their respective expertise to strengthen the industry.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 28, 2021

Daltile’s expansive offerings run the gamut from ceramic, porcelain, glass, natural stone tiles and mosaics to extra-large slabs, roofing tiles and countertops. A prime example is Enlite, Daltile’s new Enlite porcelain tile collection. Available in five colors, the collection conveys the calming effect of natural stone visuals.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

Quinn—A common theme for innovation in most industries is “better, faster, cheaper,” and flooring installation is no different. Dal-Tile offers a porcelain tile product that offers the best of both worlds. Ecore products featuring itsTRU technology have enhanced safety, ergonomic and acoustic attributes.”.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

JULY 13, 2016

NCTS is a Certified 5-Star Tile Contractor specializing in large commercial and industrial tile and stone installations. The biggest challenge we see on jobsites today is a result of the move away from an 8" x 8" or 12" x 12" tile, to 12" x 24" being the standard and tiles up to 48" being common.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

JULY 13, 2016

NCTS is a Certified 5-Star Tile Contractor specializing in large commercial and industrial tile and stone installations. The biggest challenge we see on jobsites today is a result of the move away from an 8" x 8" or 12" x 12" tile, to 12" x 24" being the standard and tiles up to 48" being common.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 9, 2013

Avente Tile works closely with its tile artisans and we can often beat the standard delivery time, or find ways to improve delivery with expedited freight or shipping. design standards. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Chinese Fans made from Porcelain and Bamboo. The Tile and Stone Industry, Social Media and the.

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H.Winter Showroom Blog

JUNE 1, 2010

This material is recovered from the granite cutting industry and is classified as ''post-industrial'' or ''pre-consumer'' waste. of the current LEED standard. Post-industrial recycled content is found in the floor tile, not in wall tile or decorative pieces.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 28, 2020

It would be an understatement to say the industry—and most of the world—is glad to see 2020 go. I think as an industry you will see everyone start to expand their portfolios to meet the needs of a healthier home.”. It’s an exciting time to be in the flooring industry.”. By Megan Salzano. Mohawk’s UltraWood.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 27, 2019

SPC is a home run for those wanting tough, dent-resistant hard surface, especially if they don’t want to remove their existing ceramic or porcelain tile,” said Marjorie Benson, president, Friendly Floors, Port Charlotte, Fla. Following are several of those flooring lines from some of the top resilient manufacturers in the industry.

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