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Portugal: tile tradition and technology

Diary of a Tile Addict

Earlier this year Diary of a Tile Addict was invited on a four-day ceramic tile study tour of Portugal. As a long-term admirer of Portugal’s long and influential ceramic tradition, DOATA’s founder, Joe Simpson readily accepted the invitation. Photo credit: Portugal Ceramics: Vasco Duarte. Location: Viuva Lamego. Unforgettable!

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Portugal: tile tradition and technology

Diary of a Tile Addict

Earlier this year Diary of a Tile Addict was invited on a four-day ceramic tile study tour of Portugal. As a long-term admirer of Portugal’s long and influential ceramic tradition, DOATA’s founder, Joe Simpson readily accepted the invitation. Photo credit: Portugal Ceramics: Vasco Duarte. Location: Viuva Lamego. Unforgettable!

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Panariagroup expands in Portugal with the acquisition of Gresart

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The acquisition took place through the Portuguese Business Unit Gres Panaria Portugal , which is already present in the area with two production sites in Aveiro and Ilhavo. I’m very proud of this important step forward, which enables us to further expand and integrate our value proposition as a ceramic market leader in Portugal.

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New merchandising concepts elevate tile category

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However, making the sale can sometimes be laborious for the retail sales associate. With that in mind, tile suppliers are touting new-and-improved merchandising concepts designed to support the sale. The ultimate goal is to equip our retail partners for success with our products and increase their sales.

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Crossville launches CrossValue Program

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“The CrossValue Program combines our variety of unique textures, looks, colors and installation possibilities with top-notch customer service and technical support,” explained Larry Browder, Crossville’s executive vice president of sales. Owen Stone Each CrossValue Program collection includes the 12 x 24 unpolished size.

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Ceramic: Avoiding common pitfalls many RSAs encounter

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“The biggest challenge for the dealer today is the shortage of skilled technicians to install ceramic tile,” explained Tony Wright, director of dealer sales, Dal-Tile. We also provide support at the local level with over 200 sales service centers located around the U.S.

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Breaking into tile without breaking the bank

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It requires expertise beyond typical product knowledge, access to highly skilled installers and a customer base looking for aspirational products that increase property/resale values. These product advantages create elevated demand from consumers seeking ceramic among the dizzying array of flooring options.

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