Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 20, 2021

.— Coverings , the preeminent event for the ceramic tile and natural stone industry in North America, has released a lineup of featured conference sessions for Coverings 2022. These sessions will focus on the breathtaking world of tile and stone. What Lies Beneath: How the Tile Community Saved the Day with Proper Preparation.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 24, 2012

One-on-One with Donato Pompo, Ceramic Tile and Stone Consultants. His grandmother was a tile company employee while expecting Donato’s father, who not only would go on to a long and illustrious tile industry career, but serve as both inspiration and role model for his son’s career in tile. Jeffrey Steele.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 4, 2023

The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) has expanded training and education for professionals in the ceramic tile and stone industry for 2023. two days, 16 hours): An essential study of productivity and techniques to make you more efficient; important qualities for the installer looking to be well organized by using time wisely.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 28, 2020

No matter your taste in design, we had something for everyone’s inner productive-self in our top 5 designs for working from home. Click the link above for the whole previous post and let us know your favorite bathroom of the bunch!

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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. Many factories, including Florida Tile, now have closed-loop processes that reuse water and heat created from the natural gas kilns,” said Micah Hand, director of marketing and product management.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MAY 20, 2016

UofCTS also releases CTDA Certified Ceramic Tile Specialist (CCTS) Study Guide online course. San Diego, CA, May 19, 2016 – The University of Ceramic Tile and Stone (UofCTS) just released an updated version of the popular Understanding the Basics of Ceramic Tile online technical and sales training course.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Coverings, the international tile and stone exhibition and conference, will hold its fourth Coverings Connected interactive digital event this month. Members and enthusiasts of the tile and design industries can continue to celebrate National Tile Day 2021 the following day by tuning into Coverings’ KBtribechat Twitter chat Feb.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JANUARY 29, 2020

And it is not just underfoot that the impact of tiles is felt; the construction industry has utilised ceramic tiles to create high-tech ventilated façades, as well as roofs and demonstrated that major energy savings can be made. Part of that effort is to communicate effectively the life-cycle of their products to their customers.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MARCH 23, 2016

ALEXANDRIA, VA— February 18, 2016) Coverings, the largest global tile & stone exposition in North America, has partnered with the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) and Chicago Mosaic School to develop unique programs that investigate the use of tile as a medium for creative design.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MARCH 4, 2016

(ALEXANDRIA, VA— February 18, 2016) Coverings, the largest global tile & stone exposition in North America, has partnered with the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) and Chicago Mosaic School to develop unique programs that investigate the use of tile as a medium for creative design.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JANUARY 31, 2020

Product quality, design, innovation, Italian origin, and sustainability are all key components of the Italian ceramic tile industry’s success. The intrinsic characteristics of ceramic products make them preferable to other materials in terms of their limited impacts over their life cycle. of Italian ceramic tile production.

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Stone Update

OCTOBER 5, 2015

Production, exports up as China remains volume leader, says latest world stone study.

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StoneDimensions

MAY 23, 2014

For years, the Marble Institute of America (MIA) has led study tours to quarries around the USA, Canada, and abroad. The 2014 tour took place in Georgia, USA - a state rich in both historic and modern day stone activity. The primary use of the stone extracted at Keystone is for the monument industry. monument production.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MARCH 13, 2013

Specifying Ceramic Tile, Glass Tile, Stone and Terrazzo for Slip Resistant Surfaces…. It became a big selling point, and new tile products were developed with a textured finish. Soon the industry realized some unexpected tradeoffs with too much texture. Manufacturers produced some products that would at least meet the 0.60

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Architectural Ceramics

JANUARY 4, 2016

What you may not know about tile is that it is very much like the fashion industry. Some products are trendy and edgy and others are classic staples whose popularity will outlive its owner. I actually made these in grad school when I probably should have been studying, and both were made with Oceanside glass tiles. Tub or Sink.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 18, 2013

It contains no VOCs, so it was only natural for Italian manufacturers to collaborate with biotech companies to offer products that promote the antibacterial, antipollution and self-cleaning properties of ceramics. The technology is especially useful for exterior cladding and can be applied to all Casalgrande Padana products.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2012

Companies not communicating via Facebook, Twitter and a website risk looking dusty in this digital age; and even those that do are being upstaged by competitors whose blogs tout the latest news about products, promotions and industry trends. Our website, much like a product catalog, needs to be clear, detailed and somewhat technical.

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Kitchens for Living

APRIL 21, 2015

Sinergias, an exhibition showcasing academic studies and projects in ceramic tile was featured in the entry hall at Cevisama15. The industry makes four types of tile for a reason and each type has an optimal area of use. Har Stone Grey by Tau is a full body porcelain perfect for heavy duty traffic areas. Take it away, Ryan!

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StoneDimensions

FEBRUARY 20, 2015

NOTE: In February 2015, Revista Rochas de Qualidade (Quality Rocks Magazine) – a leading stone trade magazine in Brazil – conducted an interview with MIA president Dan Rea. The interview showcased the leadership being offered by the MIA and the importance to the Brazilian stone market. Here are excerpts from that interview.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

JANUARY 17, 2018

He studied Civil Engineering at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, and opened a commercial flooring installation business. Providing technical education, business support and industry expert networking. Holman, who works for Garmon and Company, is from Charlotte, North Carolina.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JANUARY 16, 2012

The last few years have been among the toughest on record for the tile industry, and that fact has many companies taking stock of the recent past, and looking ahead to what will hopefully be a brighter tomorrow. The tile industry has recovered slightly since 2010, he adds. We’re dealing with an industry overhang.”.

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StoneDimensions

MAY 21, 2015

I have been visiting with quite a few industry people over the last couple of months in the United States and at trade shows in Brazil and China. How about the products and services you provide? Without unique products and services, your only differentiator is the price lever. billion a year.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 9, 2021

W hen we think of industry disrupters today, some of the innovators that come to mind include Uber, Tesla and Netflix, to name a few. Many would agree that these companies are changing the paradigm in their respective industries. As it turns out, the flooring industry has its disrupters as well. Domestic Production.

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Garden State Tile Blog

AUGUST 14, 2019

I studied psychology as an undergrad and then went onto law school. I now specialize in the interior design for the multi-family dwellings and hospitality spaces with a special interest boutique hotels and the health and wellness industry. I practiced law for 5 years before embarking on the career change journey to interior design.

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Giotile

JANUARY 14, 2015

A number of studies have linked the physical environment of hospitals to health outcomes and research has demonstrated how specific design changes in health care environments can reduce stress and the negative outcomes associated with it. Connection to Nature. and create a calming effect.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

SEPTEMBER 30, 2014

Feel free to focus on the methods that work best for you: Using Natural Materials : Choose adobe for your roof, solid stone for flooring, or wooden siding for a rustic look. Their industry knowledge and connections will grant you to the widest variety of green products available on the market.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 26, 2018

Or visit the Naturals Product Page of our website here. Related Links: Oval, offset mini brick, hexagon — Curious about the various tile shapes and patterns available throughout the tile industry? Stone & Glass Mosaics. AC’s vendor New Ravenna, featuring the Rattan Collection in Lagos Gold natural stone.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2012

Like many industries, tile has been through a lot the past five years. According to Ceramic Tile and Stone Consultants Inc.‘s Sales of ceramic tile have outpaced overall floor covering sales, due to manufacturers improving designs in wood-type planks, glass tile and stone looks. Note: Ceramic Tile and Stone Consultants, Inc.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JANUARY 2, 2013

The tile industry has been through a lot the past five years. According to Ceramic Tile and Stone Consultants Inc.‘s Thanks largely to improving designs in wood-look planks, glass, and stone looks, ceramic tile sales have outpaced those of overall floor coverings. Note: Ceramic Tile and Stone Consultants, Inc.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 17, 2021

The COVID-19 pandemic wreaked havoc across the globe, leaving destroyed economies and industries in its wake. flooring industry was spared—for the most part. Add that to “The Great Migration” as people moved away from big cities and into the suburbs and the result was an acceptable year for the flooring industry. We’ll take it.

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Giotile

NOVEMBER 14, 2014

Interruptions and noise can kill productivity and are the number one complaint of employees in open workplaces. And boring colors are out–studies show that certain colors like red and orange stimulate productivity, so get ready for some colors and fun patterns in offices!

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Life of an Architect

NOVEMBER 12, 2013

The study guides tend to cost nearly as much as the tests themselves. Some will cover or help with study materials and post licensure expenses such as NCARB or AIA membership. The study guides tend to cost nearly as much as the tests themselves. They have ranged in size from 2 – 250 people. A+ Cost difference?

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StoneDimensions

FEBRUARY 19, 2015

MIA members and industry friends, On February 18th the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) and the National Safety and Health Administration (NIOSH) issued a Hazard Alert about " Worker Exposure to Silica during Countertop Manufacturing, Finishing and Installation." Closing thoughts. Jonathan Mitnick, Chair.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

SEPTEMBER 23, 2015

The Loop Apartments Average 1-Bedroom Rental Price: $2,235 OneEleven Year Built: 2014 Number of Units: 525 Rent: $1,737-$11,808 Highlights: OneEleven takes luxury living to the next level with top-of-the-line kitchens (think range hoods and duotone cabinetry), wide-plank and stone flooring, and spa-like bathrooms.

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