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Tile transitions from inside to out
Across the board, industry leaders agreed that porcelain is one of the best tile options for both indoor and outdoor usage. Porcelain is not only a beautiful option with an endless array of design options, but a top performer due to easy maintenance, resistance to the elements including low water absorption and overall durability. Read More
Industrial Flooring Market - Size, Share, Outlook, and Opportunity Analysis, 2022 - 2030
Flooring process is used to cover the ground surface of buildings by utilizing various covering materials such as tiles, carpets and vinyl. Industrial flooring is used as covering of the industrial buildings and manufacturing units. These flooring provides many benefits over conventional flooring such as easier common repair and maintenance requirements. Read More
Tile stays in the game
The tile industry saw a slight decrease in overall sales over the past year. According to Eric Astrachan, executive director of the Tile Council of North America (TCNA), “Total U.S. ceramic tile consumption in 2022 was 3.07 billion square feet, down 1.3 percent from the previous year.” Read More
AIA Reports on Kitchen & Bath Trends
New data from the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Home Design Trends Survey is revealing the latest trends in kitchen and bathroom design. Read More
2022 U.S. Ceramic Tile Market Update
Total U.S. ceramic tile consumption in 2022 was 285.4 million sq.m, down 1.3% from the previous year. Imports by volume decreased, too, down 2.3% to 202.7 million sq.m, while national production grew by 2.3% reaching 87.3 million sq.m. Read More
Flooring Market - Global Outlook & Forecast 2023-2028
The global flooring market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.77% during 2022-2028. The flooring demand is mainly concentrated in countries such as the US, Japan, China, the UK, Germany, and France. However, developing Asian economies such as India is witnessing increased adoption of flooring products owing to developing industrial or non-residential sector. Read More
2023 Tile Trends: Cemented
If you’re getting deja vu, it’s because cement-look tile was trending in 2020 as well. But while 2020’s trend focused on the industrial-chic vibe of cement looks, 2023 is all about the versatility of cement looks. For example, cement-look tile may feature a worn patina look or it can appear to be layered, sanded, or tinted. You’ll find cement looks in large-format tile, mosaics—and every size in between—with textured surfaces and color variations. As a result, cement looks are suitable for a wide range of applications, from bustling corner cafes to serene spa-like garden spaces. They can bring visual harmony to a space and still evoke a raw urban energy. Read More
Tile of Spain Reports 16.2% Sales Growth in 2022
Rising energy costs and an increased average price of tile products spurred a boost in sales growth for Spanish tile in 2022, according to Vicente Nomdedeu, president of The Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturers' Association (ASCER). Sales rose 16.2% up to 5.5 billion eros [U.S. $5.95 billion]. Exports from 185 countries represented 77% of total sales and reached 4.2 billion euros [ U.S. $4.59 billion] (+16.6%), a new sector record. Exports to the United States, which ranks first on the list of Tile of Spain’s export markets, rose 15% to €516 million [U.S. $554 million] in 2022. European market growth rose by 15% and is estimated to reach €1.265 million [ U.S. $1.36 million] by the close of 2022. Read More
Anchor Peabody Offers Q1 Flooring Market Update, 2023 Outlook
After a robust 2021 and the first half of 2022, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity in the flooring sector began to fall off in the fourth quarter, even as negotiations that started earlier in the year finally closed. From a performance perspective, 2022 headline revenues masked mixed environment. While revenues were up across the board, this was largely a price story, as volumes inched up only 1% in 2022. Read More
Mohawk Industries reports positive 2022 results despite slowdown
Following higher than expected growth in 2021 (17.3% up on 2020), Mohawk Industries reported a slight slowdown in the 2022 financial year. This is hardly a surprise given the inflationary pressures present in many markets coupled with higher energy and raw materials prices and rising interest rates. Read More