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Visitors to the Spanish Pavilion will explore rich collections as well as a full range of ceramic formats and applications from more than 70 Spanish companies. On the shows opening day, Moss will host a breakout session titled Increase sales By Design from 1:00-3:00. The award recognizes the long-standing, 34-year partnership between the two corporations and the outstanding growth theyve achieved together. Booth N2562 will feature the companys timesaving innovations April 5-8 in the Las Vegas Convention Center North Hall. If CTEF can raise $10,000 through the generosity of all the folks in the tile industry, that $10,000.00 will become $20,000.00. These women lead their teams with fairness, grace and wit. Vitromex was fou We knew we had a winner, but we never could have guessed how big a product category was going to emerge and grow as a result. Make a counter offer to the seller. 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And while he said consumer confidence is down, one bit of advice: Digital marketing is where we make or break our business With products like luxury vinyl tile, rigid core and laminate touting their heavy-duty benefits against wear and tear, spills, scratches, scuffs and more, its no surprise that the everyday consumer might be led to believe that hardwood doesnt offer the same performance benefits. O [New York] Confindustria Ceramica (the Italian Association of Ceramics) and EdiCer SpA (the organizers of Cersaie) announced the second edition of the Destination: Cersaie | Bologna program. Train [Jackson, Miss.] Besides functionality, grout als [Deerfield Beach, Fla.] Dr. Giorgio Squinzi has been named Tile Council of North America (TCNA)s 2022 Tile Person of the Year. x 17-5/8 in. As well, vinyl is available in different formats to suit varying budgets and installation requirements, and can go in any room of the home due to its waterproof construction. As good [Tuscumbia, Ala.] Flexco announced today that its Distinct Designs Rubber Tile has received the GreenGuard Gold seal of approval. Said Tim Hanno, Decovita national director of strategic accounts, We are excited to host this breakout session for [Las Vegas] Underlayment suppliers focused heavily on solution-oriented products at Surfaces here, particularly in the areas of moisture-resistance and performance. The 18" x 36" format is the first to feature the innovative technology of the ColorPoint tufting machine which achieves sought-after, handcrafted, organic design and subtle layering of pattern and texture. Attendees will discover a new wave of tile innovations and have the opportunity to talk with ceramic experts from S [Charlotte, N.C.] The Abbey Carpet & Floor and Floors To Go convention returned in person this year, with organizers, exhibitors and dealers exuberant both with the strength of their business as well as to meet face-to-face. Founded in 2019, today it is estimated to have a nearly $2 billion market valuation. 2021 Rank 2020 Rank Company Home Base 2021 Sales (in millions) 2020 Sales (in millions) Location 2022 Location 2021 1 3 Artisan Design Group (ADG) 1 Dallas, TX $1.3 Billion $1.0 Billion 100 87 R 2 5 Rite Rug Columbus, OH $425.0 $351.0 40 36 3 N/A Redi Carpet Stafford, & [Flowood, Miss.] x 18 in. The first PVT offering from Ecore, Heritage Motivate was designed to be safer, quieter and more ergonomic than traditional LVT products. Our intentional focus on sustainability over the past few decades is instrumental to our ability to create a better future [Bethany, Conn.] Laticrete was selected as the Supplier of the Year by the highly-esteemed Ceramic Tile Distributor Association (CTDA). The reward for attending was the unimaginable opportunity to source the newest, most innovative products in the industry, to negotiate deals with their business partners and vendors, to learn more on a multitude of industry subjects and to connect and see old friends. My philosophy since day one has been Success is perseverance for one more minute. By my calculation we have now endured 10,512,000 minutes, in addition to a major financial recession and global pandemic that has wreaked havoc with global supply chains, increased costs of transportation and labor, and caused markets for our materials to stall. Its not that it was the only waterproof flooring on the market tile has, from the beginning, been waterproof. From reconnecting with industry friends to glimpsing the latest in flooring products, there was plenty to see and do at the show. Indeed, the right mix of colours, contrast [Houston] LVT, the hottest flooring category in history, will get even hotter, according to David Kim, CEO of OneFlor USA . Tessera covers the cornerstones of ERP, including [Las Vegas] Visitors at Coverings 2022 will experience an expansion of Walker Zangers already-robust collection with fresh materials which contain the signature embodiment of style and luxury. FCW 's GreenStep Sustainability Awards program recognizes, promotes and honors organizations and individuals in the flooring industry for their stewardship, initiatives and accomplishments. On Wednesday, Aug. 10, tile contractors will have the opportunity attend the GPTP/Slabs training at Atlas Concorde, 1307 N. Belsay Rd., Burton, Mich., sponsored by Genessee Tile. Suppliers debuted new performance-driven hard and soft surface flooring with looks inspired by nature. American Olean At American Olean, we believe great design can help create better places to live and work that [Clarksville, Tenn.] Florim USA announced it has earned the WELL Health-Safety Rating through the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI). Particularly in the wake of COVID-19, as employees return to office spaces and hybrid work setups after working from home, wellness will be a key factor in commercial design. If you did not find what you are looking for, please let us know. We also believe the A&D community will be very enthusiastic about both the styling and the innovation. The Foundations Collection is a flexible LVT av [Louisville, Ky.] Four seasoned, top flooring industry veterans have recently signed on at key positions with Louisville Tile, the company announced, further strengthening the now 67-year-old, family-owned tile distributor. All those sp [Cookeville, Tenn.] Pure sandstone offers unique, natural designs created over time by wind, rain and pressure. Whats more, engineered stone floors are easier to install than traditional tile, making them a simple and effective solution in many situations. Activity, however, is returning with several markets performing well, such as healthcare and education, leading to continued innovation around high-performing hard and soft surface products as well as hybrid alternatives able to meet the needs of mixed-use spaces. For exampl By Jennifer Farrell, owner, Jennifer Farrell Designs In the design universe, its stunning how trends and tastes have evolved rapidly to adapt to the current climate. Were talking about the tufting machine. Below are the nominees for the Practice/Process category. In this presentation, Waldrep identified the trio of trends relevant in North America and illuminated the influence of each on modern tile design. Growth reflects strong price increases as manufacturers pass through rising material, labor and transportation costs. The transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2022 and is subject to the approval of GISs shareholders, as well as customary government approvals and closing conditions. And this year's results are in! Greige Its a quirky word that has only slipped into our common vernacular in the last couple years; referred to as greige, that muted color between gray and beige is having its moment, and looks to continue for years to come. Rather than rest on our laurels, it was time to proactively re-think, re-invest and revitalize. The company welcomed David Vuong to the Torlys sales team in the role of business development manager for Western Canada. Each booth our team and I walked into was poised to connect, share and inspire. The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) is launching a brand-new training module in its Regional Training program: Thick-Bed Installations. For more on the 2022 GreenStep Award nominees, read FCW 's May 2 issue . This trend is part of the newly-released Daltile Trends Report 2022 . Our company is founded and built on the shoulders of collaboration and will continue to thr [Calhoun, Ga.] More playful moments are made on Mohawk. Having most recently served as senior digital marketing and search engine marketing (SEM) strategist, La Riviere will now lead the digital marketing communications function for all business segments in Laticrete North America. When it comes to choosing new floors, the key priorities for consumers are consistently durability, style and price. Pop culture moments include Megxit Prince Harry and Meghan Markle leaving the Royal Family, the rise of Tiger King and learning to do pretty much everything via Zoom. The participating companies include: American Wonder Porcelain (booth # N2314), Anthology (booth # N2714), Casa Ceramica (booth # N2226), Crossville, Inc. (booth # N2304), Florida Tile (booth # N2504), Jeffrey Court (booth # C4835) and Syzygy Tile (booth # N2127). Located only a few short miles from the previous location, the new design spot will offer customers a better and more convenient access, the company said. Our industrys most significant changes have resulted from ongoing issues magnified and accelerated by COVID: supply chain management, the installation and labor crisis and the shifting landscape of technology integration [Vinh Phuc Province, Vietnam] AMY GRUPO, an SPC and porcelain tiles manufacturer based here, aims to translate the design and technology expertise cultivated in Vietnam to the U.S. market. Many of these programs were launched during the pandemic but have proved so popular the companies are retaining and expanding them. According to the company, this revolutionary, low-maintenance VBT product offers superior scratch Advancements in augmented reality and virtual reality provide an impressive opportunity for users to see possibilities before their very eyes and the flooring industry has adopted this technology as a resource for consumers during their purchasing journey. AHF Products With several brands showcasing new We can talk traffic and exhibitor count and all the metrics typically looked at when it comes to the industrys biggest event Surfaces. Its a fantastic [Aliquippa, Pa.] Today, Ardex announced the launch of Exterior Tile and Stone Systems, featuring four unique and time-tested passive capillary drainage solutions. You will be emailed with the Sellers reply and can then add the item to your cart at the negotiated price or decline the purchase. As we spent concentrated time at home due to the pandemic, we began turning to our homes even more as an outlet for creativity and self-expression, said Laura Grilli, director of product d [Sterling, Va.] Decovita USA has announced that HGTV Design Star and author of Best of Show and Queen of Bling Donna Moss will attend the Alliance Flooring show in Orlando March 13-15 as brand ambassador for Decovita USA. And while there are some unknowns, most reported continued growth on the horizon. The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) is celebrating its 75 th anniversary at the Coverings 2022 show in Las Vegas this week with an awards ceremony, daily contractor tours, live demonstrations and educational sessions. It offers both designers and end-users opportunity to create and experience interiors with natural colors and textures evoking creative treatments, which deliver the grandeur of yesteryear. Xintory links buyers and sellers of overstock goods. is the newly elected director. x 17-5/8 in. In 2020, AMY GRUPO launched an aggressive initiative to become a global bra [Los Angeles] Emser Tile announced Newtro as the hard wall covering category winner for 7 th annual NYCxDesign Awards, hosted by Interior Design editor in chief, Cindy Allen. How exciting! The founder of Shaw Industries decided to leverage all he knew about making carpet with the help of a lot of talented people to build Engineered Floors, LLC, a co Design trends often come and go but one enduring design influence is biophilia the concept of bringing nature and the outdoors inside. Throughout its 70 years serving the floor covering industry as the go-to business news and information resource, Floor Covering Weekly ( FCW ) has kept ahead of change and trends addressing the latest nuances whether technology, product innovation or even how content is consumed. Glazed Ceramic Floor and Wall Tile (348.8 sq. Here is a look at some of what was offered on the show floor. That means $6,325 more in donations is needed to reach $10,000 and qualify for the matching cash grant to CTEF. The complete line of water vapor reduction, sound control, crack suppression and tile setting products will be sold through William M. Bird and its East Bay Supply Co. division to flooring customers in the Southeast U.S. When many of us were stuck at home, we began to reconsider our living spaces updating dcor, making our homes multi-purpose, noticing imperfections in our floors and one thing many people did during the height of the pandemic was to bring more elements of the outdoors indoors. A Mohawk division, Durkan is a leader in hospitality segments including hotels, stadiums, restau Flooring for the hospitality segment of the commercial market is more diverse than ever. Sustainable attributes, slip resistance & more drive growth By Bill Griese, LEED AP, director of standards development & sustainability initiatives, Tile Council of North America (TCNA) The North American ceramic tile industry has seen significant advancements over the past five years: Sustainability The tile industry has remained invested in green building initiatives and committed to leading in this area as sustainability and health concerns have evolved. Luxury vinyl tile (LVT), and rigid core in particular, has hands down been the most explosive category over the last several years. As a part of this campaign, NTCA has offered a $10,000 matching cash grant to CTEF, where NTCA will match dollar-for-dollar all donations received, up to $10,000, doubl [Atlanta] Floor & Decor has continued its ambitious growth path, not deterred by the pandemic, supply chain issues or labor shortages. Winning products need to check all the boxes: Beautiful, first and foremost; functional, performing, easy to install and, solve a problem other types of flooring cannot resolve. Within its portfolio, Unilin has a solution for every end user need. With just one pass through the companys [Chino, Calif.] Merkrete, a Parex USA brand, will display and demonstrate its high-efficiency tile setting products at Coverings 2022 in Las Vegas. Ceramic Floor and Wall Tile (10.95 sq. This look is available in both AduraMax and AduraRigid formats. Here is a snapshot of just some of the events that made the headlines. But added Joe Weber, [Las Vegas] The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) awarded four NTCA Five-Star Project of the Year awards to NTCA Five-Star Contractor members during a live awards ceremony on Thursday, April 7 at the Coverings trade show, which was held here. When communicating the benefits of solid hardwood to a customer, its critical for retail sales associates (RSAs) to keep some key information in mind and to fully understand not only the key differences between solid and engineered hard [Omaha, Neb.] The program recognizes exceptional exhibitor booths based on design, creativity, display of product, use of space and overall presentation. According to the company, Merkretes focus during North Americas largest ceramic tile and natural stone exhibition is to present high-performance solutions that reduce project times and allow installers to take on more business. x 17-5/8 in. Standing still only makes you a target to be run over, stated Matthew Saltzman, CEO. And while the floorings fashion and function are key, the adhesives that go into the installation process should not be overlooked. These workshops are free afternoon or evening events, open to tile installers and contractors, as well as sales personnel and t [Dalton] Philadelphia Commercial, leading Main Street brand of Shaw Industries , has announced its 2022 Phase II soft surface introductions, including the Redefined Luxury Collection. The move was recently celebrated with an open house event that showcased Jaeckles new showroom and warehouse to a variety of industry professionals. We are seeing a new love aff [Flowood, Miss.] If you did not receive what you ordered or the material is damaged or defective, the seller will pay the return freight. From supporting heath care and research to providing aid where its needed most, these efforts continue to make an impact. The release of the tile trends commemorates National Tile Day, which is Feb. 23, 2022, celebrating the beauty of tile. But the reality is, that couldnt be further from the truth. New click profiles add features and benefits to a floor that can play an important role in an end-consumers decision-making process, offered Floris Koopmans, sales director IP at Unilin. An esteemed panel of tile and stone industry judges selected four booth displays to bestow the coveted awards. x 18 in. --Bauwerk Group acquired Somerset Hard [New York] Boundless innovation, cutting-edge technology and some of the greatest challenges in history mark the last few years. Elizabeth Philben Lambert, of Colorados Lambert Tile & Stone, and Jane Callewaert of Wisconsins Dragonfly Tile & Stone Works partnered to create an opportunity for women from diverse facets of the tile industry to come together in solidarity and support. GreenGuard Gold is recognized and accepted worldwide for commercial and consumer spaces. A 17x20 glazed porcelain hexagon tile, also part of the range, is suitable for indoor and outdoor spaces for both vertical and horizontal applications. Ideal for both residential and commercial wall applications, Cosmic is perfect to be specified for kitchen backsplash designs. x 17-5/8 in. From seamless transitions to outdoor spaces, dramatic larger formats and technology that addresses issues such as installation, this classic category continues to meet the latest consumer demands. Dal-Tile Corp. unveiled new styles and innovations across all its brands, including Daltile and Marazzi. Everyone from manufacturing to retail has faced unprecedented challenges in the last five years. What makes this even more noteworthy is that it is a direct result of feedback provided by our highly talented and customer-focused employees. From performance attributes including moisture solutions and acoustics, to design features that can promote wayfinding and definition of space, carpet tile offers many solutions for commercial settings.
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