CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MAY 5, 2016

As we reported last month, the Department of Labor (DoL) is moving forward with its proposed changes to the Wage & Hour Division’s Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime regulations. CTDA Wants You To Know. CTDA Home | Contact Us. TO: CTDA Members. FROM: Jade West, Senior Vice President-Government Relations.

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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. Sustainability remains an important consideration for hotel renovation and construction, as “green” tourism remains an important consideration for potential guests, according to industry studies.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 17, 2023

As the second quarter begins, dealers are reporting that for the most part business activity has kept pace with previous quarters and, in some instances, has accelerated. “As Cautious optimism most accurately depicts the mood for many flooring retailers in the industry. The healthcare industry is starting to move again.”

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The A to Z of Building

OCTOBER 27, 2014

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global and Chinese Prestressed Concrete Strand (PC Strand) Industry Report 2014" report to their offering. The Global and Chinese.'

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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. based Profit Planning Group, a profitability research firm that also prepares CTDA’s Profit Analysis Report.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 28, 2023

Dalton—Shaw Industries has been named to America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity 2023 by Newsweek. With research conducted by Plant-A Insights, the study reviewed more than 350,000 employers to find the top 1,000 companies who employees report are fostering a diverse workplace.

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The A to Z of Building

OCTOBER 30, 2014

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global and Chinese Stainless Steel Plate (Volume) Industry Report 2014" report to their offering. The Global and Chinese Stainless.'

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The A to Z of Building

OCTOBER 9, 2014

This BCC Research study defines and describes the residential flooring industry. The objective of this report is to provide business planners, investors and other professionals with quantifiable.'

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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. However, reports still expect a 7-10% increase for the year over 2014 activity. Many sources are reporting total construction for the U.S. should finish 2015 at 8-9% over 2014.

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StoneDimensions

NOVEMBER 11, 2014

The survey is confidential and every participating company receives a customized report comparing their firm with firms of similar size and provides suggestions for improving profitability. ” Mike Loflin, MIA Industry Research and Information Manager, said, “The survey questions are straightforward.

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StoneDimensions

FEBRUARY 20, 2015

Coldspring is a leading supplier of natural stone serving the commercial, memorial, residential and industrial markets since 1898. The mission of the MIA is to serve and support the dimension natural stone industry by providing an array of services, products, and authoritative information important to, and valued by, industry members.

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The A to Z of Building

FEBRUARY 17, 2015

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global Plywood Industry Report 2015" report to their offering. The Global Plywood Industry Report 2015 is a professional and in-depth.'

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The A to Z of Building

MARCH 10, 2015

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global Foam Glass Industry Report 2015" report to their offering. The Global Foam Glass Industry Report 2015 is a professional and.'

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The A to Z of Building

JANUARY 29, 2015

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global PVC Floor Industry Report 2015" report to their offering. The Global PVC Floor Industry Report 2015 is a professional and.'

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Giotile

JANUARY 14, 2015

Chicago Daily News reporter Olney Fred Sweet wrote, “Visitors agree that throughout, Delnor Hospital gives the impression of a place where one may not only gain strength but be refreshed in mind.”. Studies show that patients in rooms that receive more sunlight may be less depressed and have shorter stays. Connection to Nature.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 24, 2023

Coeur d’Alene, Idaho—COREtec, Shaw Industries’ premium luxury vinyl brand, is putting its new Scratchless mineral core products to the ultimate test in a real-life residential setting. The brand reported that comprehensive consumer testing and research is a critical component of new product launches.

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The A to Z of Building

FEBRUARY 12, 2015

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global Colored Glazing Glass Industry Report 2015" report to their offering. The Global Colored Glazing Glass Industry Report 2015 is.'

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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. The mother of all disruptors .

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 19, 2021

In this dual role, she will be responsible for: crafting news stories and feature articles; copyediting and proofreading content; and attending industry trade shows and events. She will report directly to Megan Salzano, senior editor and digital director, and Reginald Tucker, managing editor.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

In this dual role, she will be responsible for a variety of tasks, including: crafting news stories and feature articles; copyediting and proofreading content; and attending industry trade shows and events. She’s a quick learner and possesses an inquisitive mind—traits that will help her get acclimated to the flooring industry.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 19, 2021

According to a study in Emerging Infectious Diseases, the journal of the Center for Disease Control (CDC), a high number of commercial flooring samples in hospitals were found to be positive for the coronavirus. The study shows the need to disinfect flooring can be minimized. Application.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 19, 2023

“At Synchrony we stress the importance of having marketing insights, and our consumer purchase study programs show customers who utilize financing spend more money,” he explained. Typically, a Synchrony flooring cardholder reports spending roughly $3,200 more on a flooring purchase than non-cardholders.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 25, 2021

While median spending has been flat on kitchen projects for the past three years, investment on major remodels of large kitchens jumped 14% to $40,000 in 2020 compared with $35,000 in 2019, according to the study.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 19, 2020

FlooringStores United features an integrated suite of sales tools, a year-round calendar of turnkey digital marketing promotions and limited distribution access to products from Raskin Industries, Haines and Revolution Mills. Patrick Ferries, COO of RollMaster, discussed successful tax tactics and software for the flooring industry.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 11, 2022

Industry studies show salespeople are the most influential factor in closing a sale as shoppers are more likely to upgrade to better quality products or purchase additional flooring based on their recommendations. “Our sales professionals are thoroughly trained on every product that hits the sales floor.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 11, 2020

The coronavirus pandemic forced many in-person trade shows and conferences to either postpone, reschedule or outright cancel their events this year, but it didn’t stop others from using a little creativity—and a whole lot of technology—to offer industry members an opportunity to convene virtually.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 9, 2023

During the height of the crippling shipping delays, Striegel reported that his customers, while frustrated, understood the complexity of the situation and rolled with the proverbial punches. “No Flooring industry importers that have managed to thrive throughout the pandemic agree.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 6, 2022

And let’s not talk about the broader global impact that the war in Ukraine has had on many different industries and countries. Alan Beaulieu, president of ITR Economics, looked to help industry members make sense of all this complexity during a recent keynote presentation. industrial production keeps on rising.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2012

Like many industries, tile has been through a lot the past five years. s Donato Pompo, citing findings from Catalina Research, the primary source for ceramic tile industry data, ceramic tile is leading the floor covering sales recovery, as tile manufacturers leverage the rebound in existing home sales and housing starts.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 21, 2021

Panel members included: Valerie Clift, vice president of U30 Group, specializing in consumer research; and Heather Yamada, director of consumer marketing and merchandising, Shaw Industries. Keyla Manning, corporate training manager, Shaw Industries, served as moderator. 69% are spending more time online. 69% have reduced travel.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JANUARY 2, 2013

The tile industry has been through a lot the past five years. Ceramic tile manufacturers and marketers will benefit from these trends, since this sector is more reliant on the builder and commercial markets than other floor coverings industry leaders.”. is releasing the new updated Catalina Report on Ceramic Tile in December.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

Census Bureau reports approximately 9 million have a disability , and 58% of those with a disability work full time, year-round. According to a 2019 Future Workplace study , natural light has a significant impact on workplace wellness. That’s 26% of adults (1 in 4) who have some type of disability, including the following: 13.7%

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Floor Covering News

JULY 14, 2022

With many people working from home, the study and home office are moving toward carpet to help create a quieter environment,” said T.M. There is also the belief that the more high-end goods RSAs can sell, the healthier the industry will be, observers said. Tarkett Home reported strong year-over-year growth with Captivation and Verona.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 17, 2020

While many small businesses across the country continue to struggle with the fallout of the COVID-19 pandemic—which recently experienced resurgence in some states previously thought to have kept the virus at bay— some stores are reporting record growth rates. I studied art and architecture in college. is one of them. We know our stuff.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Hospitality, another key area of emphasis for commercial flooring contractors, is another critical end-use sector—especially now that, post-pandemic, the industry is seeing more spending, hiring and activity in leisure/hospitality. cities, compared to an annual average of just 41 between 2016 and 2022, the report stated.

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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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Life of an Architect

NOVEMBER 12, 2013

I have read the report myself several times over and the data presented in it is both remarkable and alarming. The report not only identifies items in the system that might be broken, it also presents recommendations on how to fix this process. I wholeheartedly agree with the report. It shouldn’t.

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