The first tradeshow of 2023 was quite the event! It consisted of not only The International Surface Event (TISE) but also included The Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS), The International …
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NTCA Ambassadors of the Year 2023
The NTCA held its best new event at TISE again this year. The 2nd annual Ambassador's Reception is an event to appreciate NTCA ambassadors and announce the Ambassadors of the year for …
6 Essential Questions to Ask a New Client
We know that you can't run around and provide an estimate to everyone that calls. So how do you determine which projects to spend your time on? Remodeling Magazine has a great article on how …
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Art Glass Panel Regional Training
If large porcelain panels cause you to pee your pants then you'll definitely want to stay away from the next big trend: Art Glass Panels. These panels: Are as thin as 1/4 inchCan be backlitCost …
CES 2023
The Consumer Electronics Show just wrapped up in Las Vegas and here are some innovations that are somewhat related to the world of tile. For the contractors: Ram pickup Ram is releasing …
Homeowner shoots contractor- update
Last September, The Grinder reported that a contractor, Scott Howard, 51, had been shot and killed by a homeowner in Spanaway, Washington. Earlier this month, the case went to trial in Pierce …
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Banksy-style Street Artist has taken to Tiling Potholes
An anonymous street artist is making France a better place, one pothole at a time. Based out of the nation's second biggest city, Lyon, his name, or handle, is Ememem and he describes himself as a …
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Remodeling your thoughts
How to not make money as an independent contractor “The very characteristics that make contractors incredible neighbors all too often lead to decades of hard work with little to show for it.” They …
2023 NTCA Craftsperson of the Year Awards
Congratulations to the 2023 NTCA Craftspersons of the Year award recipients. Residential winner: Gabriel Cortez of Heritage Marble & Tile in Mill Valley, CA Commercial Winner: Triniti Vigil of …
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Is the Number of Women in the Trades Increasing?
I've wondered sometimes if there is really a higher percentage of women in the trades now than in years past. Perhaps it's just social media that makes it seem like there are greater numbers? Well, …
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