Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

The materials that are becoming more relevant every day range from cork, terrazzo, natural stone and hardwood, to ceramic tiles, wool and other natural fiber carpets. Finding floors that meet global sustainability standards can be daunting.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 23, 2017

Coverings attendees can learn about the benefits of selecting tile, installation standards and best practices, and the latest market introductions at the show. Coverings is the largest and most important ceramic tile and natural stone trade fair and expo in the United States.

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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! Being familiar with products and resources that will withstand the elements in our area is very important. I also love to use natural stone when I can.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

MAY 14, 2015

The CUSTOM website offers resources that make selecting a quality tile installation system fast and easy. Looking for online tools to help you choose the right tile installation products? 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

FEBRUARY 12, 2019

Florida Tile (Booth 3620 ), Divinity HDP® Color Body Porcelain: Distinguished by the veining, striations and imperfections of natural stone, this floor and wall tile is available in four colors.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 24, 2012

I have been very dedicated to our industry in volunteering my time over the years to help make our industry better, which has rewarded me with a lot of knowledge, and status as an expert with industry standards. The Ceramic Tile course includes industry standards and sales techniques.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MARCH 23, 2016

During the course the National Tile Contractors Association will provide instruction on installation techniques, methods, and standards. Teams of students will then collaborate to create benches that incorporate tile and stone as the primary construction material.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MARCH 4, 2016

During the course the National Tile Contractors Association will provide instruction on installation techniques, methods, and standards. Teams of students will then collaborate to create benches that incorporate tile and stone as the primary construction material.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

MAY 14, 2015

The CUSTOM website offers resources that make specifying the right tile installation system fast and easy. CUSTOM has a complete listing of all TCNA-endorsed methods for installing ceramic and natural stone along with CAD drawings showing the recommended products for each detail.

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Realstone

MAY 8, 2023

Ease of Installation : Evaluate the installation process and determine if it aligns with your skill level and available resources. Some stacked stone veneer options come with panels and premade corners for easier installation. Budget : Set a budget and explore stacked stone veneer options that fit within your financial constraints.

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Garden State Tile Blog

JUNE 30, 2020

People are moving away from the safe standards like white subway tile (which will always be classic) and daring to be bolder! Being familiar with products and resources that will withstand the elements in our area is very important. I also love to use natural stone when I can.

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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. 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. by Thomas J.

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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. By Jeffrey Steele. A technology crossroads. A technology crossroads. Mitch Dancik, chairman of the board of Cary, N.C.-based

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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. I joined the MIA board of directors in 2009 and am honored to serve as president of the largest stone association in the world (the MIA). I have been with Coldspring since 1977.

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StoneDimensions

JANUARY 19, 2015

The following provides you with a good sense of what to expect in 2015 (not in any specific order): 1) Quarry/Producer Safety Training (MSHA) : the MIA safety committee has done a great job assembling safety resources that tackle key safety issues regulated by U.S. OSHA and Health Canada. Version 8.0 of the DSDM will be introduced in 2015.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

MARCH 27, 2015

The technical challenges of designing and specifying modern tile installations can be daunting without the right resources. There has been a real revolution in the variety and size of the tile and natural stone that is now on the market, which has led to installation products that meet the specific needs of the different materials.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 13, 2022

Stone Fiction field tiles are made in the USA and Green Square Certified to answer sustainability standards. Made entirely out of waste, Econyl is a 100% recycled nylon that empowers designers to create beautiful new products without depleting the Earth’s precious resources. Econyl: Delos Azure Rug. Patcraft: Earthen.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

MARCH 27, 2015

We are in a paradigm shift with new finishes in tile, porcelain panels, glass, metals and natural stone, so specifications need to be very specific regarding installation methods and materials. Howard JancyThe Architectural Consultants bring technical information on ANSI standards and TCNA methods to the specifications.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2012

The opportunity today is the many online training resources such as CTDA Online that can provide instant 24-7 access to training to educate and help make salespeople more effective at their jobs, and to educate tile installers [in] the industry standards that will help them avoid costly failures,” he says.

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