CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JANUARY 28, 2013

According to the latest Catalina Report on Ceramic Tile released by Catalina Research and Ceramic Tile and Stone Consultants (CTaSC), ceramic tile has led the recovery in U.S. In addition, the report takes an in-depth look at the current state of U.S. floor coverings sales. rising to $2.5 billion and 2.4 billion square feet.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

In this position Stepp will assume overall responsibility and reporting for Stanton’s entire hard surface business. Cohen said Stanton’s management team will collaborate closely with Step to expand hard surface with John Rocconi, Stanton’s senior director of hard surface, and Jason Jones, VP floors, now reporting to Stepp. “I

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Floor Covering News

JULY 8, 2021

Second, to facilitate referencing benchmark scores and associated GreenScreen Assessments when developing Manufacturer Inventories (MI) and/or Health Product Declarations (HPD) that qualify for contribution to green and healthy building optimization credits.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 8, 2022

billion square feet) Mexican ceramic tile market with a broad distribution network and a product offering that includes glazed ceramic, porcelain, mosaics and decorative tiles. In 2021, Vitromex reported that it generated revenues of approximately $204 million. “In Vitromex noted that it has built a leading position in the $1.7

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

AUGUST 27, 2013

Massimo Barbari, previously Executive Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Florida Tile, has been promoted to Product Development of Foreign Panariagroup Brands. The Director of Marketing and Director of Home Centers will report to him.” Tom will report directly to me as CEO. Stonepeak is Green Squared Certified.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 5, 2022

The coronavirus pandemic impacted all sectors of the economy last year as businesses saw supply chains interrupted, demand for products and services decline, and government-mandated closures. Some major commercial flooring sectors, such as education, retail and healthcare, recovered faster than others, according to published reports.

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CUSTOM Insights Blog

AUGUST 26, 2016

Driven by environmental regulation, project specification and client demand, green building continues to double every three years according to the World Green Building Trends 2016 report by Dodge Data & Analytics. CUSTOM has over 100 Build Green products and the Emerald System, which contribute to U.S.

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Kitchens for Living

NOVEMBER 3, 2015

Several of the big Spanish tile companies were also on hand showing their wares and I’m happy to report that their innovative products are readily available to us here in South Florida and other parts of the US. Porcelain tile by Inalco is now being used in large formats for counter tops. Can you blame me?

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 5, 2021

porcelain tile collection. The line is covered by the company’s porcelain tile EPD, HPD, Declare Label and sustainability report—all of which can contribute to LEED, Well, LBC and other green building rating systems. Crossville, Tenn.—Crossville, Crossville, Inc. has launched its new Color Blox 2.0

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 25, 2013

I was catching up on new product from one of my favorite brands, New Ravenna, where I came across a golden yellow glass waterjet mosaic (Fiona Jewel Glass Shown Below). Linen Pantone – Chic Stone Wind Porcelain Tile. Dusk Blue Pantone – Lantern Ceramic Tile. Nectarine Pantone – Calypso Concrete Tile.

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JG Kitchens

APRIL 29, 2015

It’s an honor to be included in programs like these, and the opportunity affords me close-up looks at the top products and trends seen at the show. I just finished writing my extensive Trend Report for Kitchen & Bath Design News. Porcelain tile creates affordable terrazzo style (Photo Courtesy: Interceramic).

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 18, 2022

By Megan Salzano-Birch—Las Vegas— Coverings 2022 was a showcase in innovative product design and immersive technology, which is thriving within the ceramic and stone category today despite obvious obstacles. We’ve had great traffic at the show,” said Micah Hand, director of market- ing and product management, Florida Tile. “I

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 14, 2021

porcelain tile collection. The line is covered by Crossville’s porcelain tile EPD, HPD, Declare Label and sustainability report—all of which can contribute to LEED, Well, LBC and other green building rating systems, the company said. Crossville, Tenn.—Crossville, Crossville, Inc. has launched its new Shades 2.0 Shades 2.0

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JUNE 12, 2018

Leading multiple retailers, like Topps Tiles, report that it remains one of the customer’s favourites. Art Décor is a traditional double-fired glazed range, with the wall tiles co-ordinating with glazed porcelain floor tiles. Glazed porcelain floor tiles from the Art Deco range by Etruria Design.

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Kitchens for Living

FEBRUARY 6, 2015

We will be exploring Seville and then on to Valencia to attend Cevisama , Spain’s international tile trade fair showcasing the latest in tile products and design trends. Follow me on FaceBook , Instagram and Twitter for live reports and I’ll be recapping all right here upon my return. Porcelain tile flooring.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 30, 2020

Just prior to the show, the TCNA released its Tile Consumption Report, which pointed toward trouble ahead. The report stated that while many key economic indicators were positive in 2019, American ceramic tile declined for the first time in a decade. New product showcase. The coronavirus pandemic hit the U.S. It showed U.S.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 25, 2021

Every commercial sector was negatively impacted, but some performed better than others,” observed David Thoresen, senior vice president, product and innovation, Armstrong Flooring. Resilient, hardwood, porcelain tile and polished concrete are being specified for entryways or high-traffic areas. Soft surface situation.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 18, 2022

A report on design trends recently found its way into my inbox, which I found to be somewhat interesting. The report is designed to deliver insights to guide the profession through the next era of pandemic design. The report connects these ideas to the profession, offering designers a comprehensive perspective on the year ahead.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 22, 2021

Daltile’s Defend tile line features Microban technology to attract consumers looking for healthy, clean floor products. By Megan Salzano Ceramic tile is one of only two truly aspirational product categories available in flooring today—hardwood being the other. Know your tile products and sell them. That’s compared to the 17.8%

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2013

Tile Redi® wins new product award. Tile Redi®, world-leading manufacturer and marketer of pre-formed, one-piece shower pans and related accessories, received the award for “Surfaces 2013 Best New Product” sponsored by Floor Tends and Tile magazines. The product is offered in 40 popular models. Bellavita Tile also moved its U.S.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

I reported that I was seeing a trend to use texture, color, and geometric patterns in tile. green building products. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Product Plug. Dwell on Design 2014 – Top Products. Chinese Fans made from Porcelain and Bamboo. Tuesday, September 11, 2012. backsplash designs.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 8, 2019

Because more people know that making responsible choices about the products they put in their homes matters for the environment. Although exotic woods are stunning, bamboo, stone or porcelain may be more durable, require less harmful finishes and not affect forests. Check a product’s label. Green Label Plus.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

An ongoing debate is how products with a pre-attached padding stack up in the long term against conventional underlayment installed separately. Therefore, we perform our own R&D to make products that enhance the installations of vinyl flooring.”. Like any product, there are pluses and minuses associated with pre-attached padding.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

Im thrilled to report that the trend continues from what I saw recently during Coverings 2013. The newsletter provides information on specials, tile tips, design ideas, and new products. green building products. Artisan Porcelain Tiles for the Pool. Product Plug. Dwell on Design 2014 – Top Products.

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 7, 2014

Last year, I reported that for the "first time in three years, a white tile was not our top seller!" 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. bathrom blogfest 2010.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JANUARY 11, 2013

based Dancik International, a 27-year-old, 44-employee software firm specializing in ceramic tile, flooring and natural stone products, is also predicting growth. We attribute that to a pickup in home building, and to enthusiasm for our products following a product revamp,” he reports. “In At Lexington, Ky.’s

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 26, 2023

Commercial and multi-family construction made impressive gains largely driven by pent-up demand for apartments and condos, Dodge Construction Network reported. Others diversified their product and service offerings to cater to a wider customer base, which included more A&D community members working remotely more often.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 14, 2023

Environmental consciousness factors heavily into the products selected for commercial flooring applications. We’re seeing positive momentum across all product categories since getting out of COVID-19,” said Robb Myer, vice president, Aladdin Commercial, observed. “We Pictured is Mohawk Group’s Fractal Fluency. A s the U.S.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 24, 2012

CTaSC also is the co-publisher of the Catalina Stone Report that is updated every other year and is a contributor to the Catalina Ceramic Tile report. CTaSC also develops business and marketing plans for foreign and domestic companies trying to develop products or businesses for the ceramic tile or stone industries.

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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.”. GIO brings you a carefully curated selection of tile and stone products developed expressly for your commercial design projects.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 26, 2023

Commercial and multi-family construction made impressive gains largely driven by pent-up demand for apartments and condos, Dodge Construction Network reported. Others diversified their product and service offerings to cater to a wider customer base, which included more A&D community members working remotely more often.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 13, 2022

Bureau of Labor Statistics reported. However, the National Association of Home Builders’ (NAHB) Multifamily Production Index—which measures builder and developer sentiment about current production conditions in the apartment and condo market—dipped below the break-even mark of 50 for the first time in three quarters.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

What’s more promising is total consumption in value, which the TCNA reported as $3.03 According to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), elevated mortgage rates, high construction costs and weakening demand stemming from deteriorating affordability conditions continue to act as a drag on single-family housing production.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 27, 2022

And freight expenses once product reached these shores were through the roof. Back then it was about products like resilient tile and VCT. SPC/rigid core, the product known to consumers as water- proof, was responsible for a revival of many other segments. In 2021, the average selling price of all flooring was $1.33.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

Las Vegas—Against a backdrop of somewhat troubling, if not sobering, economic reports, the industry came in full force to the Mandalay Convention Center for The International Surface Event (TISE 2023) with no sentiment of impending doom. The best product I saw was Karastan’s new waterproof wood—BelleLuxe. RevWood Premier.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

There were reports of two cases at a local hospital in Clark County. RevoTile from Daltile, a locking porcelain solution, could help the category contend with the cost and shortage of labor. Well, we never wrote about it again because the product really wasn’t constructed for garages. You know that Kinetics product from J&J?

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Kitchen and Residential Design

DECEMBER 14, 2020

A couple of weeks ago, I received a box of product samples from Scott's Liquid Gold Wood Care. Although it's a product I use and recommend already, I am being compensated for this post. Our cleaning crew had a stainless steel cleaning product that they used on it but it still ended up looking pretty dingy pretty fast.

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