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. Matt Nordloh of MAPEI presented Leaner, Greener, Larger, Lighter: Thin Tile Systems to over 70 architects and manufacturer reps in attendance. Luckily for designers and installers alike, a solution has evolved!

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 19, 2024

Dallas, Texas—Daltile is currently highlighting several of its recently launched new quartz and porcelain products as part of the Daltile presence at the Mohawk Momentum Roadshow taking place nationwide during the month of January. Along with quartz, Daltile is premiering its Panoramic Porcelain Surfaces line.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

In years past, Florim USA has shared winning booths with its parent company, presenting tile produced and distributed in both countries. Florim (Italy) will still represent products in the international section of the show located in the Central Hall—booth space C6226. These conscious steps are not new efforts for the manufacturer.

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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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Garden State Tile Blog

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

As many business owners and commercial contractors know too well, certain industries have particularly strict commercial flooring standards for the health and safety of the building’s occupants. Porcelain tile is defined as any tile with a water absorption rate of 0.50 percent or less. It is manufactured in Crossville, TN.

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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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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 1, 2021

This year’s event is themed “Design Anew” and will include new product launches from leading and emerging brands, as well as presentations from industry leaders. Reflecting Patcraft’s commitment to sustainable design, the Reverse collection uses a carefully curated selection of materials to raise the bar on material health standards.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 16, 2017

Base molding: Just like wood molding is used at the bottom of a wall where it meets the floor, base molding can be made out of ceramic, marble or porcelain, and functions the same way. To see collections available with Architectural Ceramics that include a base molding, visit our base molding product search here.

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United Tile's Blog

MARCH 15, 2016

We’ve recently introduced several new and exciting additions to our stocking products. BrickLane presents the opportunity to recreate these timeless spaces. The used brick look of BrickLane is offered in three appealing shades, all rendered in durable porcelain.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 1, 2023

I really like to see people in the booths experiencing the product. Portobello America, which will officially open its full-service, ultra-modern production facility in Baxter, Tenn., The porcelain tile line offers a large-format deco stone look available in eight styles. And there’s business being done—that I can say for sure.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MAY 28, 2013

Tile of Spain, the international brand representing 125 ceramic tile manufacturers belonging to the Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturers’ Association (ASCER), announces the launch of the Tile of Spain Quick Ship Collection, a select group of tile products that are available for immediate purchase in the U.S. www.floridatile.com.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 3, 2023

FCNews has announced the winners of its second annual FCNnovation Awards —a program designed to recognize and showcase some of the most innovative new products and technologies unveiled in the current year. The selling system’s best product is nylon 6,6—which includes Dixie’s EnVision 6,6 fiber. True Grout. Europe and Asia/Pacific.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 28, 2021

By Reginald Tucker Floor Covering News , with the launch of The Great Reveal, is providing manufacturers with creative ways to get their new flooring products in front of specialty retailers around the country so they may be better prepared to present consumers with new products, colors and designs to help them complete their renovation projects.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 6, 2021

Laticrete will exhibit its latest product solutions and innovations at Coverings 2021, including the soon-to-be-released Hydro Barrier Plus and Hydro Ban XP waterproofing and crack isolation membranes. Following are the products Laticrete will showcase at Coverings 2021. Products to be showcased. Bethany, Conn.—Laticrete

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Tile Talk

MAY 13, 2014

In our continuing effort to bring you the highest quality in cement tile products and designs, were happy to announce that our Artist Series now includes the Guillermo and Tania collection. This new collection, created by artists Guillermo Gomez Lama and Tania Marmolejo, boasts eight different designs, each presented with three color options.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JULY 4, 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. For XXL tile manufacturers, the challenge is finding new routes to market – in effect, a new customer base – for this product category.

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Tile Talk

AUGUST 28, 2012

For the present project that we are working on Vermont slate tile was chosen for the mudroom entry way as well as the half bathroom that is attached to it. Now this slate comes in an assortment of sizes so laying out the floor isnt as easy as you would get in a standard tile floor. design standards. green building products.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

AUGUST 13, 2013

standard and ISO 13007 Classification C1T. standard and ISO 13007 Classification C2ES2P2. We’re here to do more than sell products; we work hard to serve our customers and anticipate their needs for success today and tomorrow.”. HYDRO BAN® Shower System Named 101 Best New Products. www.mapei.com. www.laticrete.com.

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Tile Talk

APRIL 29, 2014

This collection, created by artists Guillermo Gomez Lama and Tania Marmolejo, features eight different designs - each presented in three colorways. Lama is a visual artist, graphic designer, paper lover and obsessed with both patterns and the production process. design standards. green building products. Product Plug.

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Tile Talk

JUNE 18, 2013

Patchworks tiles, such as “ Minoo” by Marcel Wander for Bardelli, feature ornate 8”x8” porcelain floor tiles in five silkscreen patterns reminiscent of Persian rugs. The technology is especially useful for exterior cladding and can be applied to all Casalgrande Padana products. Matching is Overrated.

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Tile Talk

MAY 21, 2013

Collectively, the advanced ceramic tile technology and architectural/design solutions presented during Coverings by 43 Tile of Spain members made an unforgettable, awe-inspiring impression for any visitor of the expansive pavilion. Now, here are some of the highlights of the ceramic tile products seen at the Spanish Pavilion.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 6, 2021

The experiential programming aims to engage attendees representing all professional trade segments and deliver a holistic view of the tile industry’s standards and best practices. What’s new. Coverings sets the stage for new tile introduction and innovation, like Marazzi’s Scenario collection seen here.

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Giotile

AUGUST 26, 2014

According to the new standard, ceramic tiles used in interior spaces that will be walked upon wet must have a minimum DCOF value of 0.42. Our products are marked with both COF and DCOF ratings presented in a clear fashion so you can easily identify the technical characteristics you require.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 10, 2013

According to its website, the museum’s mission “is the preservation, presentation and study of its collections and the building in which it is located regarding its safeguarding and enjoyment by present and future generations.” design standards. green building products. Product Plug. cement tile.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 23, 2012

We can now have a product that looks like wood but wears like tile. Another area that will be seeing expansion is the use of robotics in 3D tile production as a way to create varying textures that couldnt be duplicated before and some wonderful possibilities for mosaics. design standards. green building products.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 12, 2013

From the day I started the company, I’ve found acceptance and demand for this niche product. is an importer, exporter and distributor of ceramic and porcelain floor, wall and counter tiles, as well as glass and stone mosaics. design standards. green building products. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool.

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Tile Talk

JULY 9, 2013

Therefore, it’s on this social platform where the master tile and stone artisans’ of Las Vegas-based Carrara Marble Company of America (the stone and tile contractors for Bellagio) proved vital in presenting the hotel’s first impression to newcomers. design standards. green building products. Product Plug.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

APRIL 28, 2015

For ceramic or porcelain tile greater than 15” (38 cm) on one or more sides and for all natural stone, the new industry standard calls for the use of a specialized mortar. Uneven tiles detract from the smooth, monolithic look of the floor, create challenging grout joints and can even present a trip and fall hazard.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 24, 2012

In the 30 years since Pompo followed his father’s footsteps into the business, he has earned two MBA degrees, gained five industry-related certifications, written nearly 30 published articles, captured countless industry accolades and presented more than two dozen educational seminars.

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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. It’s a much more personal introduction than a standard website.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

Without these seemingly sundry products the installation would be incomplete and the flooring would likely fail. Perhaps the most design-savvy of flooring categories, tile is most particularly supported by grout and mortar products. Jay Samber, senior director installation products, Dal-Tile Corp., The result?

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Tile Talk

MARCH 4, 2014

Patterns have been part of human life since it began and they are still present everywhere today. design standards. green building products. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Product Plug. Dwell on Design 2014 – Top Products. Chinese Fans made from Porcelain and Bamboo. backsplash designs.

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Tile Talk

FEBRUARY 12, 2013

The Casablanca rug pattern is available in the standard 8" square format with a less-common 4"x8" border and 4"x4" corner to create a classic rug design. design standards. green building products. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Product Plug. Dwell on Design 2014 – Top Products. bathroom design.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 9, 2021

FCNews ’ third annual “Industry Disrupters” issue features innovative players and thinkers who are pushing the envelope in terms of product innovations, technological breakthroughs or simply radical new ways of doing business. Domestic Production. Below are this year’s Industry Disruptors. The mother of all disruptors .

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 23, 2013

Christmas, a product of both secular and religious traditions, is one of the most celebrated holidays around the world. Here are wonderful examples of how Christmas is celebrated worldwide: Belgium: The children believe kindly Saint Nicholas will bring them their presents. design standards. green building products.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JULY 31, 2018

One of the leaders in the production of high-end full-body porcelain stoneware, Fiandre presented Aqua Maximum at the last Salone del Mobile in Milan. Aqua Maximum by Fiandre. All the furniture items from the Aqua Maximum collection are unique pieces that are assembled manually in a process that oozes craftsmanship.

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Life of an Architect

FEBRUARY 23, 2014

5 Entry Our office will be on the second floor of a retail development and as a result, there are certain standards we are working with (around) … like the storefront mullion pattern and location of the entry door. There will be a lot of presentations that happen in this space and we are going to need a place to pin up.

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