Tile of Spain USA

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Image Credits: Top Left: Cicogres, Fame Top Right: WOW USA Inc., Icon Bottom Left: Realonda, Tetuan Cotto White Bottom Right: Alttoglass Group, Elite Pool Tile of Spain, the international brand representing more than 100 ceramic tile manufacturers, unveils the 12 th annual release of the U.S. Quick Ship Collection. The new catalog features over 130 ceramic series from more than 30 Spanish companies.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Daltile’s Rekindle tile line. A s homeowners look for more durable and stylish flooring options, tile is gaining ground as the go-to upgrade from materials like luxury vinyl tile (LVT) and laminate. Known for its longevity, low maintenance and diverse design choices, tile is making its way into more homes as consumers seek both functionality and a modern aesthetic.

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Why Tile

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

When it comes to designing your kitchen, the floor is more than just a surface to walk on — it’s a canvas that can elevate your entire space. Kitchen floor tile patterns offer creative possibilities to transform your flooring into a stylish focal point and to help bring your entire room design together. From classic… The post Inspiring Kitchen Floor Patterns to Transform Your Space appeared first on Why Tile.

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JG Kitchens

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

I reached out to four pros who attended the annual CEDIA Expo to find out what they saw on the show floor. Here's their takes on the latest innovations and trends. The post Five Wellness Trends from the Latest Smart Home Technology Expo comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.

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Onfloor Technology

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Concrete provides a durable and long-lasting foundation for buildings, roads, and other structures. However, over time, concrete can start to show signs of wear and tear , such as cracks, stains, or uneven surfaces.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Cali Mavericks S ince its inception more than 30 years ago, laminate flooring has long been touted as an economical, durable, high-performance alternative to many of the competing hard surface flooring covering products it was initially designed to emulate. While those attributes have largely held true over the past few decades, it’s also important not to overlook other noteworthy features that make laminate flooring a desirable category to market, promote and consume—namely its environmentally

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The A to Z of Building

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

A novel double-bouligand architecture, inspired by fish scales and created using robotic additive manufacturing, significantly improves concrete's fracture toughness. This innovation offers a pathway to non-brittle construction materials without adding fibers or reinforcement.

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Ceramics of Italy

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Mohawk Industries, the world’s leading flooring manufacturer, announced the promotion of Mauro Vandini to President of the Company’s Global Ceramic Segment , effective as of 15 September 2024. Vandini will also maintain his present role as President of Mohawk’s European Ceramic business. Mohawk Industries, headquartered in Calhoun, Georgia and listed on the NYSE, posted consolidated revenue of over $11 billion in 2023.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

Confluent Path from Tarkett’s Layered Duality collection. Solon, Ohio — Tarkett has announced its new Layered Duality collection, first previewed at Design Days 2024 in Chicago earlier this year, is now available. The collection of non-PVC plank and tile patterns (Confluent Path and Open Path) offer smart solutions that rival traditional LVT in performance and aesthetics, according to the company.

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The A to Z of Building

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

The article explores various optimization tools and experimental methods to enhance sustainability in construction, such as multi-criteria analysis, genetic algorithms, and life cycle assessments, promoting efficient resource use, reducing environmental impact, and improving structural safety.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Bristol, Va.—Burmatex has introduced its latest collection, Snowfall, a carpet tile that is meant to seamlessly blend innovative design with environmental responsibility. Crafted with Universal Fibers’ Thrive matter yarn, the design takes inspiration from the patterns made by snowfall. According to the company, Thrive matter yarn is billed as the most environmentally conscious solution-dyed, high-performance nylon fibers available.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

(The retail community is counting down the days until Mohawk’s Edge Summit takes place this winter. As such, we’ve tapped several retailers, large and small, to explain what they’re looking forward to most.) Reason to attend: New products/networking Typhannie Harker owner, Carpeting by Mike Somerset, Wis. First choice, advance access : I am always interested in seeing what Mohawk’s strategy for success is for the upcoming year.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Dalton—The World Floor Covering Association (WFCA) released a new “Tuesday Tips” this week. In the series, WFCA experts presents short video tips for improving customer service and optimizing staff performance. In the end, it’s all about understanding the importance of being 1% better than your competition. In this week’s Tuesday Tips , Tom Jennings, retail training expert, reminds viewers that no matter the level of experience or personality type, there seems to be one thing that we all

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

With only 50 rooms remaining for Mohawk’s elevated Edge Summit, now is the time to register. “When Edge Summit sold out of early bird rooms in one day, Mohawk increased the number of rooms reserved for our retail partners,” said Jeff Meadows, president of residential sales. “Mohawk is now 50 rooms away from a complete sell out. Retailers should book today before they miss out on an unforgettable experience.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Dalton—F9 Brands, Inc., a division of F9 Investments, LLC, said it is exploring strategic alternatives for its Southwind Building Products, LLC division. F9 Brands includes a portfolio of companies in the building products, home improvement and luxury home décor industries—including Cabinets to Go, a national retailer of cabinets, countertops and accessories.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

The 22 nd annual Alan Greenberg Charity Golf Tournament raised over $125,000 for the Floor Covering Industry Foundation (FCIF). Hosted at the picturesque Barnsley Gardens Resort in Adairsville, Ga., this year’s event continued its legacy of aiding industry members in need. Supporting those who need it most The funds raised during the tournament will directly support the FCIF’s mission of providing financial assistance to individuals within the floor covering industry who are facing significant

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The A to Z of Building

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

This article discusses integrating machine learning and deep learning techniques to optimize green building design for energy efficiency and sustainability. The study highlights various predictive models that maximize resource usage and minimize environmental impact, showcasing promising advancements in green building technology.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Calhoun, Ga.—Registration is now open for Mohawk Momentum Roadshow 2025. Kicking off in Atlanta on Jan. 7, retailers will have early access to the newest flooring solutions across some of the most recognized brands in the industry—including Daltile—and digital marketing programs. “The stage is set, and the floor is yours,” said Kelli Widdifield, Mohawk’s senior vice president of marketing.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Jon Logue with his wife, Nancy. Jon Logue, a flooring industry luminary who helped build Alliance Flooring into a successful buying group following an extensive career on the manufacturing side, passed away on Sept. 9. He was 80. Logue served the carpet and flooring industry for over 50 years, working for Allied Chemical, Rohm & Haas, Salem Carpet Mills and Mohawk Industries before teaming with Ron Dunn to start CarpetsPlus of America (now Alliance Flooring) in 1997.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Lucerne, Switzerland—Swiss Krono Group, a large manufacturer of laminate flooring worldwide, has adopted the Unidrop locking system for its laminate and hybrid resilient flooring products in multiple manufacturing facilities. The choice for this new locking system is said to happen in a strategic move towards higher sustainability and consumer-focused products. “After extensive testing, we found that Unidrop was best in class in terms of click strength and installation ease,” said Tim Neit

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Carthage, Miss.—Leggett & Platt Flooring Products has partnered with Make-A-Wish Foundation in an effort to aid in granting more wishes to children fighting critical illnesses. Leggett & Platt will donate $0.01 to Make-A-Wish for every square foot ($0.09 sq. yd.) of Make-A-Wish-branded carpet and cushion underlayment products now through December 31, 2025 with a minimum donation of $100,000.

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The A to Z of Building

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

A sustainable, recyclable support material was developed for 3D-printed concrete structures, enhancing design flexibility and reducing waste in construction.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Nude Danish Oak from Karndean Designflooring was chosen for a stylish transformation of guest rooms at the Salter Path Inn, one of two properties being renovated on “100 Day Hotel Challenge.” Export, Pa.—HGTV stars Brian and Mika Kleinschmidt have been fans of Karndean Designflooring since winning “Rock the Block,” a home-renovation competition. Now, the husband-and-wife duo are back on top again—with Karndean in a supporting role.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Selling underlayment might not be the most glamorous job in a retail sales associate’s job description. And yet, products like carpet pad can make a profound difference in the performance of a product while boosting profits. Indeed, consumers rely on RSAs for their expertise and recommendations when it comes to ancillary products like pad. To guide RSAs, suppliers shared their best tips on selling underlayment.

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