Chicago—Porcelain tile is different than traditional ceramic, and now manufacturers will have a way to prove it. The Ceramic Tile Distributors Association (CTDA) and the Tile Council of North America (TCNA) are launching the Porcelain Tile Certification Agency (PTCA) to certify porcelain tile... more

Memphis, Tenn.—The Wood Flooring Manufacturers Association (NOFMA) welcomed two new Certified Wood Flooring Inspectors (CWFI)—Glen Miller, Naylor, Mo., and Kevin Schleweis, Advanced Flooring Inspections, Littleton, Colo.—taking the total number to 14... more

St. Louis—The National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) announced its Service Corp. subsidiary has named four people to its board, with each serving a three-year term. The appointed positions were: Donna Millard of Columbia Flooring in Ellijay, Ga... more

Anaheim, Calif.—Donny Phillips, president of Atlanta Flooring Design Centers, based in Duluth, Ga., takes over as chairman of the World Floor Covering Association (WFCA)... more

The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA), the largest tile contractors association in the world, is launching its 2007/2008 Membership Directory and Buyers Guide and official industry directory available to tile contractors in Fall 2007... more

Berlin, Conn.—Accomplishments were recognized recently, as the Connecticut Floor Covering Association (CFCA) honored industry professionals at its annual Awards Night, here... more

Orlando, Fla.—Gary Dooner of Du All Service Contractors in Minneapolis was elected president of the Restoration Industry Association (RIA) during the group’s 62nd Annual Convention & Exhibition here. He succeeds Brian Spiegel of Spiegel Certified Restoration of Montclair, Calif... more

MEMPHIS, TENN.—The Wood Flooring Manufacturers Association (NOFMA) recently shifted its views on wood installation methods, releasing a TIP (technical information paper) sheet including the proper way to glue down NOFMA-certified solid wood floors... more

ST. LOUIS—The National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) announced its induction of brothers Carl and Edgar Anstett, with the Powernail Co., into its prestigious Hall of Fame during its recent convention in Denver... more

(Kansas City, MO) Installation knowledge is a hot topic for those involved in the sales, claims, contracting and inspection fields. May 9-10, 36 attendees from 8 states and Canada gathered at the Ryman Hall in Dalton, GA for the annual installation workshop... more