The tile and stone industry’s premier event returns March 30–April 2, 2026, at the Las Vegas Convention Center, with entries now open for the CID Awards and Rock Star program.
Anna McCortney, operations manager, and Sam Robinson, sales and showroom coordinator with Ultimate Flooring in Akron, Ohio, represent the next generation of flooring professionals and are finding creative ways to fund their education journey, including a Shark Tank style fundraising video to get them to TISE 2025. They share their experiences as first timers to TISE and Coverings and their efforts to attract and retain young people into the flooring industry as well as their own flooring journeys.
Coverings 2025 showcased a number of tile tool standouts. Ken Ballin, owner, Skyro Floors, and co-founder, Ballin Knows Best, highlights a curated selection of tools and equipment that demonstrate a commitment to tile installation innovation.
Nearly 25,000 industry professionals gathered at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida, from April 29 to May 2, marking significant year-over-year growth in qualified attendance and networking activities.
Ceramics of Italy's 2025 trends report reveals tile evolution beyond traditional flooring, featuring Art Deco geometries, light-interactive surfaces, and full-surface cladding applications. Color drenching, nature-inspired palettes, and human-centric design emphasize craftsmanship and cultural storytelling in contemporary ceramic collections.
After 25 years of legal counsel to the tile industry, veteran attorney Roger Klein receives the prestigious honor for his contributions to TCNA and beyond.
With an $8 million polishing line investment and breakthrough Dry-Fix technology, Panariagroup USA is setting new industry standards while leveraging its American manufacturing presence to deliver premium surfaces with shorter lead times and consistent quality.
These prestigious awards honor outstanding achievement and technical excellence in tile installation projects completed by NTCA Five-Star Accredited Contractors.
Eleven Tile Council of North America members donate handcrafted tiled doghouses at Coverings 2025, combining craftsmanship with philanthropy to support Orlando's Pet Alliance animal welfare organization.