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DEWALT Launches MSUITE Hangers Software for MEP Contractors
TOWSON, MD May 13, 2025 DEWALT, a Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) brand and leader in total jobsite solutions, is further advancing its construction technology offerings with the launch of MSUITE Hangers, a revolutionary... more



Michael Mathews joins Tarkett North America as Senior Vice President of Commercial Strategy
SOLON, OH, MAY 12, 2025 Global flooring manufacturer Tarkett announced a new addition to its North America leadership team this month, welcoming Michael Mathews as senior vice president of commercial strategy. In this role, he will... more



NWFA Completes 79th Home with Gary Sinise Foundation
ST. LOUIS, Missouri (May 9, 2025) The National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) has provided flooring for its 79th home in support of the Gary Sinise Foundation R.I.S.E. program (Restoring Independence Supporting Empowerment). The R.I.S.E. program builds mortgage-free, custom, specially adapted smart homes for... more


NTCA Announces New Five-Star Accredited Contractors for Q2
Jackson, MS, May 8, 2025 The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) proudly announces the accreditation of three exceptional tile contracting firms into its prestigious Five-Star Accredited Contractor Program during the second quarter of... more



American Olean Showcases New Collections at Coverings 2025
Dallas, TX April 28, 2025 American Olean is pleased to feature some of their recently-launched and soon-to-launch new tile designs at this years Coverings tradeshow. Coverings took place from April 29th to... more



Marazzi Showcases New Products at Coverings 2025
Dallas, TX April 28, 2025 Marazzi, an industry-leading tile brand that is the epitome of style and Italian-inspired panache, is pleased to announce a myriad of recently-launched new products at the Coverings tradeshow on... more



Coverings 2025 Wraps with Strong Growth, Top Innovations and Global Connections
May 22, 2025 ORLANDO, Fla. Coverings (coverings.com), the largest and preeminent international ceramic tile and natural stone event in North America, successfully concluded its 2025 show with impressive exhibits, activations and... more



IFDA Educational Foundation Grants
LEWISVILLE, N.C., May 6, 2025 Applications will be accepted between June 1 and June 30, 2025, for five professional grants from the Educational Foundation (EF) of IFDA, the International Furnishings and Design Association. Since 1968, this 78-year-old global design industry alliance has awarded... more



IFDA Social Club Debuts at Blatt Billiards
NEW YORK, May 5, 2025 The New York Chapter of the International Furnishings and Design Association (IFDA NY), the 78-year-old global design industry alliance, is excited to announce the debut of the IFDA Social Club at Blatt Billiards on... more



NTCA Announces Five-Star Projects of the Year Winners
Jackson, MS, May 2, 2025 The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) proudly announced the winners of the 2025 NTCA Five-Star Contractor Project of the Year Awards during a special ceremony at Coverings on Thursday, May 1. These prestigious awards honor... more