TISE 2018
Everything and the kitchen sink too on the TISE 2018 showroom floor.
Posted: February 5, 2018
With all the exhibitors in one space this year, the TISE exhibition hall was crowded with retailers, contractors, manufacturers, and other members of the industry.
Daltile, Marazzi and American Olean integrated digital technology into its booth space with ipads, selfie stations, a 600 square foot animated LED floor/wall main stage full of live presentations, and an additional 1,200 sq ft of video playing throughout the space.
Combining three brands--Daltile, Marazzi and American Olean--in one space, Dal-Tile demonstrated how each of these brands fully functions as a distinct stand-alone product line while also successfully serving together in the marketplace.
Playing off the slogan “Dare to be Bold,” the Marazzi selfie stations offered backdrops created with different combinations of the brand’s tile for visitor selfies.
The Crossville booth highlighted how its portfolio can speak to a holistic design approach, used on several different surfaces to complement other design elements.
With a space designed like a boutique coffee shop, Crossville featured its “Bold” theme with the interplay of textured tile and unique fixtures.
At the Bedrosians booth, bold geometric patterns created a focal point for a traditional bathroom with a modern twist.
Using floor tile to carry a design element onto the wall created movement in this Bedrosians display.
MS International displayed its collections grouped by design trend, including stone-looks, textures, and pattern.
Throughout the event, Marmomac offered educational sessions on the expo floor in the Italian Pavilion.
Mohawk demonstrated its All-Pet protection products with live pet demonstrations on a stage with SmartStrand carpet, SolidTech vinyl, and RevWood Plus hardwood.
Jeffery Lorberbaum, chairman and CEO of Mohawk Industries, was named to the World Floor Covering Association hall of fame.
Members of the industry gathered to celebrate Lorberbaum as he received his induction into the WFCA hall of fame as its 47th member.
On Tuesday night, Metroflor hosted an 80s throwback concert at The House of Blues to showcase its Aspecta LVT on the dance floor.