These prestigious awards honor outstanding achievement and technical excellence in tile installation projects completed by NTCA Five-Star Accredited Contractors.
At The International Surface Event (TISE), industry veterans Nate Bowen and Pat Noonan shared their perspectives on the show, the critical role of proper installation training, and their ongoing efforts to advance the Installation Standards and Training Alliance (INSTALL).
National Floorcovering Alliance Board President Ian Newton reveals member businesses are selling higher-ticket items while traffic slows and shares industry trends during the group's spring meeting in St. Pete Beach, Florida.
Unilin Technologies will present its latest innovations at four key industry events spanning Europe and Asia. Highlights include Osiris MDF recycling technology, patented locking systems (Uniclic, Unidrop, Unipush), and sustainable flooring solutions like PVC-free Hybrid Core. These appearances demonstrate Unilin's commitment to advancing industry standards through innovative technologies.
Are you ready for Coverings 2025? To help you prepare for nine miles of tile—and stone, we have highlighted what’s new and a selection of events and education sessions.
The 2025 Best of NeoCon Awards has assembled a diverse jury of industry experts who will evaluate the latest commercial design innovations across 40+ categories. This year introduces the People's Choice Awards, allowing attendees to vote for their favorites during the world's premier commercial design event.
Atlas Concorde will debut its urban-inspired "Atlas Concorde City" concept at Coverings 2025 in Orlando, featuring interconnected rooms of varying heights resembling a cityscape. The innovative showroom will showcase various collections while uniting Italian and American brands through its central Atlas Plan corridor.
The event highlighted new educational programs, legislative updates, and celebrated 10 years partnering with Gary Sinise Foundation's RISE program for wounded veterans.
Hotel Cevisama merges innovative design with European ceramics to create an iconic architectural space that transcends functionality. This sensory-rich installation at Cevisama 2025 in Valencia, Spain, features multifunctional areas, hotel suites, and conference spaces that showcase ceramics' sustainable potential while addressing climate challenges.
Antolini's "village" at Coverings 2025 will showcase Alessandro La Spada's archipelago-inspired pavilion with nine stone islands featuring the Exclusive Collection, Textures+ innovations, Cristallo Vitrum "Wow" tableware, and gemstone-adorned Lady A jewelry—a paradise where natural stone's finest expressions meet cutting-edge Italian craftsmanship.
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