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. On wall installations especially, large-format, traditional thickness porcelain or ceramic tile can be a bit labor intensive. by Thomas J. Doing more with less has become the rallying cry in business and in personal lives.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

’s Porcelain Tile Panel Collection has been recognized with a Good Housekeeping 2022 Renovation Award. Good Housekeeping has always been a trusted resource for millions of homeowners looking to make their homes more beautiful, functional, safe and efficient,” said Lindsey Ann Waldrep, vice president of marketing, Crossville.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 24, 2020

ELM Surfaces is positioned as a one-stop resource for tile that transcends residential and commercial, interior and exterior surface applications for today’s modern living spaces. Megna has earned the reputation for building brand awareness and market share for Italian porcelain giant Fiandre in the U.S. Stile engineered wood flooring.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

INNOVATION Emser Radiant Extruded Glazed Porcelain According to international consulting firm McKinsey, the definition of innovation is the systematic practice of developing and marketing breakthrough products and services for adoption by customers. Radiant extruded glazed porcelain is unlike any collection in the Emser portfolio.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 11, 2019

Ceramic, porcelain, glass and stone tiles are all top picks for fireplace surrounds, although we have been seeing a rise in popularity of cement tile over the last few years. The product above is a porcelain field tile, selected for more than its beauty. The product above is a porcelain field tile, selected for more than its beauty.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 25, 2022

With 60-plus attendees, the event provided tools, resources, knowledge, information and background relative to what it means to truly be sustainable, according to show organizers. Future events are being planned to range in topics such as gauged porcelain tiles and best installation practices and methods, according to the company.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 29, 2022

These and numerous additional pavilions and displays will provide product resources for every market segment in the tile and stone industry. Art Walls , the new collection by Flaviker, reinterprets wallpaper decorations with slabs made of ultra-thin, large-format porcelain stoneware. Coverings exhibit booth #C7438.

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Ceramics of Italy

JUNE 1, 2023

EnergieKer’s investments are focused on protecting all environmental resources on every production line and to ensuring compliance with the highest green economy standards. www.energieker.it L'articolo EnergieKer obtains UNI EN ISO 14001: 2015 certification proviene da ceramica.info.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

In the wake of COVID-19 concerns for surface hygiene, Why Tile has published a collection of resources defining the health benefits of ceramic tile coverings. Why Tile’s purpose to be an educational resource on the advantages of ceramic tile has never been more critical,” said Eric Astrachan, executive director, TCNA. Anderson, S.C.—In

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Diary of a Tile Addict

NOVEMBER 4, 2023

Today it is a medium sized producer of porcelain tiles, and ceramic wall tiles, offering home owners and designers a wide range of contemporary solutions with its wide and diversified product portfolio. Raw material consumption is minimised by cutting waste and turning it into usable resources. Twenties by Recer.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

NOVEMBER 4, 2023

Today it is a medium sized producer of porcelain tiles, and ceramic wall tiles, offering home owners and designers a wide range of contemporary solutions with its wide and diversified product portfolio. Raw material consumption is minimised by cutting waste and turning it into usable resources. Twenties by Recer.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 8, 2021

This is a model for how other industry sectors can effectively pool resources to compile GreenScreen Benchmark scores of chemicals in their products and optimize products for material health.”. American Wonder Porcelain. The following participating manufacturers contributed to the reporting: Ardex. Dal-Tile Corporation. Florida Tile.

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The Tile Council of North America Blog

SEPTEMBER 30, 2011

Free Resources - Download Yours Today! Click here to download more free resources. Porcelain Tile Certification. In November 2007, the Ceramic Tile Distributors Association (CTDA) and the Tile Council of North America (TCNA) launched the Porcelain Tile Certification Agency (PTCA) to certify porcelain tile.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Recently, porcelain tile and terrazzo have taken significant share from hardwood and stone flooring thanks to their more diverse visual designs, higher damage resistance and ease of maintenance.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 31, 2018

Turn to the last page, and you’ll find most porcelains are rated for floor use, while some ceramic tiles are only suitable for wall use. From ceramic to porcelain, and glass to natural stone, AC offers a variety of tile materials. From ceramic to porcelain, and glass to natural stone, AC offers a variety of tile materials.

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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. This type of trim is available in ceramic, marble and porcelain. More Inspiration & Resources.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

SEPTEMBER 23, 2015

As the go-to resource for innovative looks in tile and flooring, Mid America Tile provides exceptional customer service and the best selection in the Chicagoland area. With this all-new marketing tool, Mid America Tile continues to be your leading tile and flooring industry resource since 1961. Visit the new Mid America Tile website.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 9, 2022

Cancos imports and distributes high-end porcelain , stone, ceramic, glass, mosaic tile and slabs, serving both residential and commercial repair and remodel markets. The partnership with Mill Point secures the resources necessary to continue our long-term growth trajectory and we are beyond excited for the company’s next chapter.”.

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Ceramics of Italy

OCTOBER 12, 2023

To accomplish these objectives, a transition to renewable energy sources and a more efficient use of resources is necessary. The goal of the Green Deal is to reduce greenhouse gases by 55% by 2030 compared to 1990 and to achieve neutrality by 2050.

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The Tile Council of North America Blog

SEPTEMBER 30, 2011

Porcelain Tile Certification. In November 2007, the Ceramic Tile Distributors Association (CTDA) and the Tile Council of North America (TCNA) launched the Porcelain Tile Certification Agency (PTCA) to certify porcelain tile. Porcelain tile is defined as an impervious tile with a water absorption of 0.5%

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

The NTCA Reference Manual serves as a guiding resource throughout the training. Topics for the February regional trainings include: The GPTP/Slabs Training equips you to install porcelain panels with confidence and accuracy. The content is aligned with industry standards and methods, ensuring relevance and applicability.

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Architectural Ceramics

DECEMBER 31, 2017

Made to look like Italian travertine, this large format porcelain tile from our in-stock Monticello Collection , does double-duty as a stylish and durable fireplace option. AC’s porcelain Monticello Collection in the color Argento, image via Architectural Ceramic’s Houzz Project page. Modern & Moody.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 12, 2020

Daltile donated tile and porcelain slab products for the home’s bathrooms, kitchen, fireplace and laundry room. The Gary Sinise Foundation provides these heroes with the resources they need to regain their mobility and independence.”. The home is the 64 th home built by the Gary Sinise Foundation’s R.I.S.E.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 19, 2024

Retailers have a big advantage in these two arenas, which gives them a big advantage in the natural stone category.” Raj Shah co-CEO MSI Utilize your resources Daltile: Daltile’s experts in the natural stone business are available to its customers. It also has information, design and styling options and recommendations on daltile.com.

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Architectural Ceramics

OCTOBER 12, 2020

Growing up, not many understand or appreciate just how much time and resources are spent on and in the kitchen. Another trend – using slabs of porcelain where least expected! PS – Ask us about our porcelain slabs if this speaks to you!). But what makes a kitchen cool or hip ? Favorite Kitchen Trends From Designers.

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Architectural Ceramics

APRIL 26, 2018

With tools for homeowners, architects, contractors and distributors (that’s us) alike, Laticrete is a great resource for tile installation products and learning. Another resource for tile products and continuing education, is Schluter Systems. When considering a shower renovation, Laticrete has an à la carte approach.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 26, 2023

Louisville Tile, a leading distributor of ceramic, porcelain and natural stone tile, has acquired American Olean Midwest, a highly respected tile supplier and distributor. Louisville, Ky.—Louisville It provides access to an extensive selection of American Olean products and expands the Louisville Tile Footprint to nine contiguous states.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Designers, builders and specifiers can find all the inspiration and information they need to select tile with confidence on this comprehensive resource.”. Crossville offers great advantages for residential design projects. The trend of making the exterior of the home a true oasis continues to grow,” Waldrep said.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

AUGUST 18, 2018

Image: Visual Resource Art glass backsplash According to Katy Brut, interior design consultant at New York Furniture Outlets, “The newest and freshest trend in kitchen interior design is to use uncommon materials, such as metal panels, glass and ceramics.” ” This hexagonal pattern is clean and modern.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 16, 2022

“Dealers should make sure they are able to offer indoor- and outdoor-rated floor, wall, decorative and mosaic tiles in a variety of materials (stone, ceramic and porcelain) and sizes, including large-format and even large, thin porcelain slabs,” Emser’s Villanueva-Heras explained. However, well-done is the key,” she explained.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MAY 28, 2013

“The new Tile of Spain Quick Ship Collection is a tremendous resource for sourcing the distinctive and limitless world of Spanish ceramic tile,” states Rocamador Rubio, Director, Tile of Spain. Trim is available in 3×12 bullnose and decorative mosaics come in an M12, in all colors. www.floridatile.com.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 12, 2021

Platinum Equity acquired Paramount Global Surfaces (PGS), a developer, importer and distributor of proprietary porcelain tile and other hard surface floor coverings used primarily in remodel and replacement solutions by both residential and commercial end users. Crash Blue colorway of the PGS brand, Happy Floors. Los Angeles, Calif.—Platinum

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Ceramics of Italy

JANUARY 16, 2023

Today, owing to our many years of experience, we are able to produce porcelain stoneware with high environmental performance and excellent technical and aesthetic characteristics, ideal for both indoor and outdoor applications. Respect for the environment is both a duty and a priority.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JANUARY 27, 2024

Ecoker (2008), formulation of a porcelain paste with firing for 27 minutes at normal working temperature. It is explained in human resources books, and it is a great truth. During the last fifteen years, Neos has been awarded five Alfa de Oro awards. In In four of them, it has participated as the main research company.

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H.Winter Showroom Blog

NOVEMBER 10, 2008

I would like to take the next several entries to show you why ceramic, porcelain and stone tile can allow you to live healthier, save you money and decrease the negative impact of your home on the environment. We are using canvas shopping bags, recycling our newspapers and cans, and purchasing organic tomatoes.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JULY 16, 2018

In recent years, porcelain has increasingly established itself as an extremely high quality alternative to natural surfaces. Washbasin and vanity top from Crossroad range by ABK.

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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. Metropolitan Ceramics (Booth 3025), METROBRICK®: The METROBRICK Fast Ship offering features six new blends added to the product line for 2019.

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