Installers face critical challenges when clients choose tiles purely for aesthetics, overlooking how they perform in complex patterns like herringbone—often creating conflicts with industry standards for modular systems and consistent joint widths.
Skyro Floors tackles technical challenges to create a sophisticated curbless shower with wall drain system, demonstrating how modern bathroom design continues to evolve in this New Jersey renovation.
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.
The Coalition for Fair Trade in Ceramic Tile filed a federal court appeal challenging the Commerce Department's determination that Indian ceramic tiles aren't being sold below fair value in the U.S., despite finding countervailable subsidies and a trade commission ruling on material injury threats.
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.