CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 2, 2012

On wall installations especially, large-format, traditional thickness porcelain or ceramic tile can be a bit labor intensive. One of the most impressive highlights of the presentation was when one of the attendees was handed a hammer and invited to strike a piece of standard thickness porcelain tile. Product Information'

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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. The content is aligned with industry standards and methods, ensuring relevance and applicability. Jackson, Miss.—The

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Floor Covering News

JULY 8, 2021

Through development of the Material Ingredient Guide, the tile industry is committed to thoroughness, consistency and transparency in reporting information about the materials from which our products are made.”. American Wonder Porcelain. Green Building Council. Dal-Tile Corporation. Florida Tile. Florim USA. Interceramic USA.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JUNE 1, 2016

A lengthy discussion was held regarding proposed standards for Thin Tile or Panels in Draft Format for Gauged Porcelain Tile & Gauged Porcelain Tile Panels/Slabs A137.3 & A108.19. There was discussion of the need to do a complete review of all the A108 standards as there is a lot of information that needs updating.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JANUARY 8, 2015

Bellavita Tile, a leader in design and innovation for the North American tile industry, proudly announces status as the first manufacturer with production facilities in China to achieve Green Squared TM certification under ANSI standard A 138.1. For more Bellavita Tile information, visit the web: www.bellavitatile.com.or

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MAY 20, 2016

The updated course offers a comprehensive look at ceramic tile uses, including industry standards, installation methods, avoiding problems, sales training, and how to work effectively with clients. UofCTS is currently in the process of updating the UofCTS Tile Installer Thin-set Standards (ITS) Verification online course.

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Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

SEPTEMBER 11, 2013

COF or Coefficient Of Friction is related to the traction and slipperiness of a ceramic or porcelain tile. COF is a standardized method to measure the frictional resistance of a walking surface, in this case, tile. According to this standard, tiles with a wet DCOF AcuTest value of less than 0.42 Why did this change get made?

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Kate-Lo Tile & Stone

NOVEMBER 14, 2014

Get the latest information on large format, thin porcelain panel tile from our resident expert and technical services director Noah Chitty during the upcoming CTDA webinar on the topic. CROSSVILLE’S NOAH CHITTY TO LEAD THIN TILE WEBINAR. CTDA Hosts This Educational Event – November 20th, 11 a.m. Central .

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The Tile Council of North America Blog

SEPTEMBER 30, 2011

TCNA’s Bill Griese Honored at Coverings 2016 Trade Show for Outstanding Achievement and Leadership in Sustainability, Standards. Porcelain Tile Certification. Porcelain tile is defined as an impervious tile with a water absorption of 0.5% C lick for more information. Click for more information.

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Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

Do you always shower in the early morning, when porcelain or stone tile floors are habitually cold no matter what the season? Want more information? This special order system, is an all-in-one, adhesive-backed mesh mat, sized to standard dimensions. Download a Strata Heat Data Sheet here. Download a Strata Heat Data Sheet here.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MAY 28, 2013

“It provides product and where to buy information for design professionals and consumers enabling them to make the perfect choice in selecting interior or exterior tile.” Tidewater is a large format porcelain tile also by Rodolfo Dordoni, featuring a delicate rippling effect that creates its distinctive, textural surface.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Attendees will gain insight into today’s sustainability market and the current conversation around carbon emissions, detailing the need for furthering the demands of environmental transparency, standardized environmental performance and human health optimization pertinent to product ingredients.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

SEPTEMBER 16, 2019

We will look to Stephen’s leadership and experience as we lean into our vision of setting a new standard for surface material supply for our clients.”. Visit www.creativematerialscorp.com/executive-team for more information on Creative Materials’ executive team. ##. I’m excited to join this amazing, creative team.”.

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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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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

Gauged Porcelain Tile Panels/Slabs: Thin tile applications have become more widely used, appearing as cladding on buildings, walls, floors and installed as countertops or other surfacing. For more information, visit coverings.com or contact Taffy Events, Coverings Show Management, 703-539-5504.

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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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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 27, 2015

Arizona Tile Cementine Black and White Porcelain Decos. Black tile provides a dark, rich ambiance that could be a refreshing change to the more standard light and crisp bathroom décor. Industry Insights Product Information' The National Kitchen and Bath Association found gray to be the fastest-growing shade for the bathroom.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

AUGUST 13, 2013

standard and ISO 13007 Classification C1T. standard and ISO 13007 Classification C2ES2P2. Available in late August, the new app will include information from all participating companies (new products presented at the fair, images, fair location, contact details, etc.) Industry Insights Innovations Product Information'

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 3, 2023

The new core material for flooring has all the advantages of standard rigid products: waterproof; easy click installation; and dimensional stability. With the release of Signature Technology, Mohawk has reset the standard for the texture and realism of wood décors. RevWood with Signature technology. Plaster 2.0

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

Its design and development were informed by the Gensler Cities Climate Challenge (GC3) and the AIA 2030 Commitment, initiatives that call for all new buildings, developments and major renovations to be carbon neutral by 2030. The Smart City collection comes standard with Duracolor Tricor solution-dyed nylon fiber and EcoFlex NXT tile backing.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JULY 4, 2018

This is the time of year when tile manufacturers start to inform Tile Addict of their plans for Cersaie 2018. Gauged ceramic panels, sintered stone surfaces – call them what you will – these new continuous-pressed porcelain behemoths are a great opportunity … and a serious challenge. Hyper Slim Pack Grey by Flaviker.

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ISC Surfaces

APRIL 3, 2017

For more information about Marazzi, please click here. Urban District MIX Plaza and Uptown Urban District MIX Skyline Urban District MIX is an eclectic wood visual that takes a traditional oak reclaimed painted wood and mixes it with a modern color palette featuring colors that work well alone or together.

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ModCraft

NOVEMBER 7, 2016

ModCraft modern dimensional wall tile company enters the handmade field tile market with its latest collection of Modern Porcelain Field Tile. Shown below is ModCraft Modern Porcelain Field Tile 3” x 9” in Nice Day Glaze. ModCraft’s made to order Modern Porcelain Field Tile comes in 8 standard sizes including 3?

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ModCraft

NOVEMBER 7, 2016

ModCraft modern dimensional wall tile company enters the handmade field tile market with its latest collection of Modern Porcelain Field Tile. Shown below is ModCraft Modern Porcelain Field Tile 3” x 9” in Nice Day Glaze. ModCraft’s made to order Modern Porcelain Field Tile comes in 8 standard sizes including 3?

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ModCraft

NOVEMBER 7, 2016

ModCraft modern dimensional wall tile company enters the handmade field tile market with its latest collection of Modern Porcelain Field Tile. Shown below is ModCraft Modern Porcelain Field Tile 3” x 9” in Nice Day Glaze. Pictured below is ModCraft Modern Porcelain Field Tile 4″ x 12″ in Clear Glaze.

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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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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 28, 2021

Anecdotal information contin­ues to show this pent-up demand has given specialty retailers a much-needed lifeline as they seek to weather the storm that is COVID-19. Daltile’s expansive offerings run the gamut from ceramic, porcelain, glass, natural stone tiles and mosaics to extra-large slabs, roofing tiles and countertops.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 2, 2012

With the close of the 30th edition of Cersaie, the International Exhibition of Ceramics for Architecture and Bathroom Furnishings held annually in Bologna, Italy, once again proved itself as the launching pad for newly developed ceramic, porcelain, glass and mosaic tile products that will soon hit showrooms and the marketplace.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 18, 2013

Urban Wood is a beautiful new porcelain tile ideal for any application, especially for creative projects where the “look of wood” is typically not specified, in particular, for hospitality suites’ kitchens and bathrooms. Industry Insights Innovations Product Information' Florim’s new Urban Wood.

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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. We invite you to contact us at Conestoga Tile for more information about our products and services, and to find out more about the Tile Council of North America.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 5, 2013

’s Laminam collection gained a new series with the addition of Filo, a uniquely textured, metallic-finish line of large format porcelain panels ideal for skinning interior vertical surfaces in commercial settings. Will it be information and product overload? design standards. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool.

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Garden State Tile Blog

JUNE 16, 2020

People are moving away from the safe standards like white subway tile (which will always be classic) and daring to be bolder! If your budget does not allow you to use all natural stone everywhere, I suggest using a combination of a porcelain stoneware and real marble. I also love to use natural stone when I can.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 23, 2019

This includes information gleaned from professional designers, dealers, specialists, manufacturers, remodelers, general contractors and architects. Also, regarding countertops, matte finishes and new materials like large-format porcelain slabs are popular.” The report and the show reveal the most popular styles and features.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JANUARY 11, 2013

And some distributors have started to allow mobile devices to access that information. “But But the future is when all types of devices can access all of this information in a consistent manner,” Dancik says. Haynes & Company, Jaeckle Wholesale, Shaw Industries, Dancik International and Qfloors. At Lexington, Ky.’s

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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. We invite you to contact us at Conestoga Tile for more information about our products and services, and to find out more about the Tile Council of North America.

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Conestoga Tile Blog

MAY 24, 2015

The requirements for achieving this classification are strict and in line with the newly revised LEED v4 building standards. Coupled with the durability of Bellavita Tile, this makes their glass, ceramic, and porcelain offerings even more appealing from both an environmental and budget standpoint.

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Tile Talk

MAY 7, 2013

If that weren’t enough, the organizers of Coverings also offered a wide-ranging conference program comprising more than 70 informative seminars and demonstration sessions targeting every segment of the industry, all free of charge, and many with CEU credits. Porcelain tile that mimics polished stone from Fiandre Architectural Surfaces.

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