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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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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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

The assessment was conducted by the University of Modena and Reggio Emilia and compared the total life cycle impacts of different types of floor covering materials: porcelain tile, carpet, parquet, marble, resin and linoleum. It revealed the superior environmental performance of Italian porcelain floor tiles. Moon Stone by Coem.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 1, 2023

The porcelain tile line offers a large-format deco stone look available in eight styles. Typically, when decos are presented, they’re not presented in that aged porcelain format. The new look’s success is based on the culmination of three tried-and-true trends—large format, deco and color—into one design story.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Their large format marble and concrete effect porcelain tiles create a seamless look. Their ranges include pale concrete and classic grey looks, marble-effects in colours ranging from cool whites to warmer beige, and rougher looking stone effect tiles. Obac Grafito from Onice (600x1200mm). Dylon Gris from Alfa (900x900mm).

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Diary of a Tile Addict

FEBRUARY 27, 2019

Their large format marble and concrete effect porcelain tiles create a seamless look. Their ranges include pale concrete and classic grey looks, marble-effects in colours ranging from cool whites to warmer beige, and rougher looking stone effect tiles. Obac Grafito from Onice (600x1200mm). Dylon Gris from Alfa (900x900mm).

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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. Flaviker will be pushing back the frontiers of porcelain at Cersaie 2018, with new 12mm thick panels and its new Bath Design project.

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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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Tile Talk

JULY 9, 2013

As beautiful and stately as the individual glass blossoms are, one’s eyes are then diverted to the intricate mosaic and stone tile work on the floors, walls, staircases and even ceilings – all thanks to the talented artisans of Italian mosaic manufacturer – Sicis. This is one snail I wouldnt mind having in my garden!

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MAY 28, 2013

Available online at www.tileofspainusa.com/quickship , the Quick Ship Collection is presented in a sleek, 68-page color online catalogue that highlights products from Spanish ceramic tile manufacturers that are in stock and available within 4 to 8 weeks. ANN SACKS introduced five new collections to its vast product portfolio.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 6, 2021

By Megan Salzano After a two-year hiatus, Coverings 2021 , the largest international tile and stone exhibition and conference in North America, will host its in-person trade show event July 7-9, in Orlando, Fla., at the North Hall of the Orange County Convention Center (OCCC). Tried and true. What’s new.

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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. Tuesday, August 28, 2012.

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Tile Talk

MAY 21, 2013

At Coverings 2013 , held recently in Atlanta, the Tile of Spain marked its 26th year in exhibiting Spanish innovation at the annual tile and stone show. Tile of Spains pre-Coverings catalog of the 43 ceramic tile and stone manufacturers slated to exhibit at the show. www.apavisa.com. www.grespania.com. www.laplatera.com.

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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. GIO Architectural Tile + Stone is committed to the simplification of tile and stone specifications. Commercial Design Specifications Tile Tips DCOF porcelain tile TCNA Tile Specifications'

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

AUGUST 13, 2013

standard and ISO 13007 Classification C1T. standard and ISO 13007 Classification C2ES2P2. “The MAPEI has manufactured Tile & Stone Installation Systems for more than 75 years,” Pistulka stated. When mixed with water, Kerabond T acts as a medium-bed mortar meeting the ANSI A118.1 www.mapei.com.

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Tile Talk

MAY 13, 2014

This new collection, created by artists Guillermo Gomez Lama and Tania Marmolejo, boasts eight different designs, each presented with three color options. design standards. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Chinese Fans made from Porcelain and Bamboo. Guillermo Gomez Lama. Tania Marmolejo. backsplash designs.

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Tile Talk

MARCH 12, 2013

So imagine my excitement when I was selected to participate as a panelist in an educational session for tile and stone professionals, Selling Tile: The Internet, the Industry & the Consumer, during Coverings 2013 in Atlanta, Georgia. Steve Slutzah, President/CEO, of Westside Tile and Stone , Inc. design standards.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 24, 2012

One-on-One with Donato Pompo, Ceramic Tile and Stone Consultants. Most importantly, he is the founder of San Diego-based Ceramic Tile and Stone Consultants, and the University of Tile and Stone, a pre-eminent provider of education to industry employees and customers. Jeffrey Steele.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 6, 2021

Laticrete is a key presenter to the guided National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) contractor tours where attendees will be able to interact exclusively with products showcased at the trade show, according to the company. Spectralock 1 exceeds all the standards under the ANSI A118.3, according to Laticrete.

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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. Of these unique collections is “Azulej” – the latest porcelain tiles designed by Patricia Urquiola for Mutina.

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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

NOVEMBER 12, 2012

I always do low-VOC paints, and luckily the paint companies have listened and now most of their standard paints are low VOC. If I present them something they don’t like, which I seldom do, I want them to say, “Lynle, this is not working for us.”. So I will present them with different options. But I have to know.

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Tile Talk

DECEMBER 10, 2013

Additionally, these ceramic tiles help preserve the mortar and soft stone of Portuguese seaside houses by protecting them from the effects of moisture and salt. design standards. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Chinese Fans made from Porcelain and Bamboo. Overview of Porto’s Sé Cathedral. backsplash designs.

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Tile Talk

OCTOBER 23, 2012

Ryan Fasan - Tile and Stone specialist and Tile of Spain consultant speaking about the advances in the ceramic tile industry. Presently work is being done with robots to read a design and create the pattern with tile through advanced computer programs. design standards. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. bathroom tile.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2012

It’s a much more personal introduction than a standard website. A blog features diary-type commentary and links to articles on other web sites, usually presented as a list of entries in reverse chronological order,” information from WordPress, a self-hosted blogging tool and full content management system, explains.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

Properly selected and installed, grout provides myriad functions that support a successful tile installation, noted Adam Abell, market manager, tile and stone installation systems, sealants and surface rep, Bostik. Adam Abell, market manager, tile & stone installation systems, sealants & surface rep, Bostik. The result?

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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. More at: [link].

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 9, 2021

Disruptive brands are the ones that set the standard for everyone else to strive to emulate. RevoTile is genuine porcelain tile offered in 26 marble, wood, stone and concrete looks. Challenging the industry to go bigger. And in waterproof vinyl flooring, that brand is COREtec. No wait time and no acclimation is required.

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