Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 7, 2020

The recent boom in the housing market is a boon to the natural stone category. The flooring industry in general, and the natural stone category in particular, is starting to reap the benefits of such activities. Of all surfacing types, natural stone also has the ability to increase resale value of a home due to its classic aesthetics.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

FEBRUARY 18, 2016

The latest ARDEX Academy Tile & Stone Installation Systems training wrapped up yesterday in Aliquippa, PA. Tile installers learned about our always growing. line and got to work hands-on with the latest and greatest ARDEX product technology.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

APRIL 26, 2019

NEW HAVEN, CT, April 26, 2018 – Tile America is proud to announce Island Stone with their “2019 Supplier of the Year” award. “Island Stone is the go to for spa-like projects with their innovative flat pebble stone product that is soft to the touch and inspired by organic shapes in nature.”

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

OCTOBER 17, 2017

Thanks to a robust research and development team, ARDEX Americas launches about 10 new products annually. Add those to the existing lineup of 500+ ARDEX products, and that makes learning about ARDEX products an on-going initiative, even among long-term employees. For a new employee, it can be a daunting task.

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Architectural Ceramics

JUNE 26, 2018

Dive in with us, as AC looks toward tile collections that lend themselves to a subtle seaside style. The tile’s iridescent shine reminds us of a polished pearl. AC’s Sonoma Tile Maker’s line, the Vihara Collection, color Puka Iridescent, eHex mosaic. Or visit the Naturals Product Page of our website here.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 22, 2023

King Tile & Construction of Toronto, Ontario, Canada, has formally begun expansion into the U.S. Founded in 2015, King Tile is one of the oldest firms in North America exclusively focused on the fabrication and installation of porcelain slabs in both residential and commercial applications. This product is not going away.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 2, 2023

Las Vegas—A revitalized Mandalay Bay facility, an impressive exhibit hall, education and event lineup and a strong floor covering, stone and tile industry were evident as The International Surface Event (TISE) held here earlier this year. program, and industry support for our Foundation’s Mission Possible cash and car raffle.”

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020

—CTEF, the Ceramic Tile Education Foundation, has organized an online auction to take place in October to raise funds in support of its mission, which the COVID-19 pandemic has severely threatened. EDT and includes more than 50 items of particular relevance to tile installation professionals. Flooring products. 26 at 10 a.m.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 10, 2020

Artistic Tile’s Verdi Alpi and Rosa Portugallo. When it comes to natural stone, specialty retail has it tough. Not only is the product particularly unique, but it comes with a set of dos and don’ts consumers are often unaware of or afraid to deal with. However, natural stone has its advantages—i.e., Sustainability.

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

AUGUST 23, 2016

Join ARDEX and HG Stones for a demo night extraordinaire! ARDEX tiling products will be demo’ed with NEOLITH Large Format Tiles –you don’t want to miss it! RSVP by August 31, 2016!

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 2, 2022

Coverings, the preeminent event for North America’s ceramic tile and natural stone industry, unveiled a sneak peek of featured education for Coverings 2023, taking place here April 18-21, 2023, at the Orange County Convention Center. Orlando, Fla.—Coverings, Tenet sessions.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MAY 20, 2016

The University of Ceramic Tile and Stone’s (UofCTS) Online. “Understanding the Basics of Ceramic Tile” Course is Updated. UofCTS also releases CTDA Certified Ceramic Tile Specialist (CCTS) Study Guide online course. The updated course has an expanded section on glass tile and mosaics.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JUNE 9, 2014

LEXINGTON KY ¾ Florida Tile continues to expand its PietraArt stone collection with the introduction of the Pebbles line of natural pebble mosaics for walls and floors. Pebbles is an another extension of our popular and growing PietraArt stone line,” Cilona says. “We Innovations Product Information'

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The Pulse: Ardex Americas

MAY 26, 2016

Have you signed up for ARDEX Academy training yet? We have so many awesome opportunities for you and your team to brush up on important skills and see the latest product technology! For a full schedule, click here or see below for some of our summer training options! It’s that time of year–Summer is here!

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 8, 2024

Atlanta—The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) will focus on the Certified Tile Installer (CTI) and the Advanced Certifications for Tile Installers (ACT) programs during Coverings 2024 taking place April 22-25, 2024, here. Knowing and understanding standards and specifications is key to growing the tile industry.”

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Daltile’s Rekindle tile flooring collection features StepWise and Microban technology, making it more slip resistant while also eliminating 99% of bacteria on the tile surface. In 2019, the tile flooring category experienced its first decline in a decade as tariffs and antidumping legislation hit the market. versus August 2021.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Atlanta—Coverings, the preeminent event for the ceramic tile and natural stone industry in North America, has revealed a select lineup of featured educational opportunities for Coverings 2024 , which will take place April 22-25, 2024, here at the Georgia World Congress Center (GWCC).

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MAY 14, 2019

by Frank Donahue, CTDA Technical Committee Chairman, Best Tile. Work continues by the ANSI A-108 committee to establish guidelines for the application of large format gauged porcelain tile to exteriors using a direct bond method. Not all training is the same but should meet a minimum criterion that will ensure a proper installation.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 13, 2024

These are the individuals who dedicate their time and energy to help make our industry better and promote quality training and education. Jon Namba, Namba Services, NWFA instructor “Installing ceramic tile and stone is participating in the creation of a geometrically complex product with permanence.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 20, 2021

.— Coverings , the preeminent event for the ceramic tile and natural stone industry in North America, has released a lineup of featured conference sessions for Coverings 2022. What Lies Beneath: How the Tile Community Saved the Day with Proper Preparation. Exterior Tile Veneers. Materials & Trends.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 18, 2021

This step comes as a continuation of Ardex’s growth strategy in the North American tile industry, the company said. With the new addition to the company, Ardex said it is able to broaden its system solutions within the tiling segment, adding more flexibility and more comprehensive installation options.

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Tile Talk

MAY 13, 2014

Artist Series Cement Tile Collection Grows with Guillermo & Tania. 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. 10" x 10" Handmade Cement Tile. 10" x 10" Handmade Cement Tile.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 25, 2023

That mission is to improve the tile industry through certification, education, training and participation in the development of nationally recognized standards and methods. The auction will include over 100 items relevant to tile installation professionals. What’s included in the CTEF Online Auction?

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Floor Covering News

JULY 11, 2022

The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF), has organized an online auction to take place in August to raise additional funds in support of its mission. EDT and includes more than 50 items relevant to tile installation professionals. Materials such as tile, GPTP, backer board, underlayment, mortar, and grout.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Coverings, the preeminent event for the ceramic tile and natural stone industry in North America, has outlined the registration details and webinar schedule for the fifth and final edition of Coverings Connected for 2021. Tile Installations and Critical Lighting” will be second in the lineup and is scheduled for 12:30 – 1:30 p.m.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 15, 2022

FCNews rounded up a few installers, contractors and craftsman/craftswomen to identify the adhesive products that help them seal the deal on the job site. Following is a sampling of some of those products: Bostik. Whether it’s ceramic, porcelain, granite or marble this product has it covered. Divergent Adhesives.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

NOVEMBER 4, 2023

One of the most respected Portuguese tile brands, Recer was founded in 1977. 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.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

NOVEMBER 4, 2023

One of the most respected Portuguese tile brands, Recer was founded in 1977. 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.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 3, 2020

–Coverings, the largest international tile and stone exhibition and conference in North America, will host a brand-new digital experience called Coverings Connected. Attendees of Coverings Connected are also able to engage with 900+ exhibitors through online exhibitor galleries and the New Product Showcase.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 9, 2023

According to show organizers, the exhibit hall is nearly sold out and is packed wall-to-wall with flooring, stone and tile exhibitors, services and product offerings for industry professionals.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 21, 2021

Ceramic tile, which has been faced with ongoing challenges for several years now, was no exception. Continuing its downward trajectory, ceramic tile sales in 2020 experienced a low, single-digit decline in terms of overall dollar sales and similar declines in terms of volume. Ceramic tile sales in 2020 declined roughly 5%.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) acknowledged the success of its first online auction , which took place from Oct. The results of the first-ever CTEF online auction were a huge success,” said Scott Carothers, CTEF director of certification and training. Pendleton, S.C.—The

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 8, 2020

The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) recently named Martin Brookes its president for 2021 and 2022 and its 2020 Tile Person of the Year. Brookes has built a resume of achievements and activities that represent commitment and passion for the tile and stone industry. Martin Brookes. Flowood, Miss.—The

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 28, 2023

Tarver Service to the Industry Award by the National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA). Bourdage has been given this award in recognition of his service to the tile and stone industry. He has had a long and successful career in the tile industry and we are honored to recognize him with this prestigious award.”

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 8, 2021

TISE Live is a product-focused, virtual experience offering flooring, stone and tile product features and manufacturers, unique content, education and networking opportunities. Source products, meet with vendors. In addition, TISE Live has been designed to be all about product sourcing.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 6, 2023

For this initiative, she has partnered with several specialty manufacturers covering a variety of materials—including stone, ceramic tile and, yes, sheet vinyl—to produce several Allison Eden-branded collections. “I Allison Eden takes the wraps off a brand-new stone collection whose visuals are based on some of her signature designs.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 31, 2020

For its first event, to be held August 26, attendees will learn about standards, selling tile post-pandemic, the benefits of tile for health and wellness and more. Introduction to Tile Industry Standards. Who: Mark Heinlein, training director, National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA). When: 11 a.m. –

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