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September 25 at #KBtribechat – Flooring Trends

A design discussion
Sponsored and Hosted by DOMOTEX USA
Co-Hosted by Loretta Willis, ASID

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Your profession is more than what can be seen on the surface. Staying profitable and relevant in the global marketplace requires in-depth product knowledge and innovation, whether you buy, sell, make, specify or install flooring. DOMOTEX USA is the sole event in North America dedicated exclusively to flooring. Immerse yourself in three full days of hands-on experiences, education (with a specific designer track) and exhibits. Plus, this year you can earn continuing education units (CEUs) at the show.

We will put the World at Your Feet: Join us Feb. 5-7, 2020 in Atlanta. Use the promo code KBtribechat20 to get a free expo hall pass when you register at https://domotexusa.com/the-show/attend/.

 

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We, along with co-host  Loretta Willis, Allied ASID, look forward to discussing flooring trends and listening as kitchen and bath pros share insights, product knowledge and favorite project pictures on Wednesday, Sept. 25 at 2 p.m. ET!

Our KBtribechat Questions:

Q1: How has the choice of flooring in kitchens & bathrooms changed over the years?

Q2: What is your preferred choice of kitchen flooring & why? Share pictures of your favorite floors!

Q3: How does the color & texture of the kitchen floor influence the rest of the room’s design? Share examples!

Q4: Personalized room design is becoming more popular – how do you apply this to the floors in your projects?

Q5: In today’s world, we are all concerned about being more eco-conscious. What is your favorite eco-friendly flooring to use in your k&b designs and why?

Q6: If budget were no object, what type of flooring would you choose for a kitchen & bath project? Share photos of your favorite k&b projects!

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About DOMOTEX USA
DOMOTEX USA is an annual flooring innovations industry trade show and conference. The event is an extension of the more than 30-year-old DOMOTEX, the world’s foremost showcase for floor coverings held annually in Hannover, Germany in January. DOMOTEX USA is focused on the needs of the floor covering retailers, distributors, installers, builders, contractors, remodelers and interior designers. The trade show features product displays across hard and soft surfaces including hardwood, laminate, area rugs, carpet and resilient flooring, outdoor floor covering, as well as flooring applications and installation technology.

For further information, visit the show’s website at www.DomotexUSA.com and social media sites:
Facebook – @DomotexUSA
Twitter – @DomotexUSA
LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/company/domotexusa
Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/domotexusa/

About Loretta J. Willis, Allied ASID | Loretta’s Interior Design, LLC | Design Blogger | @ljwillisdesigns | alightreflection.com

Creative and visionary Interior Designer with a background in corporate management and merchandising, Loretta is passionate about helping others create beautiful and functional interiors tailored to client’s lifestyle and design needs. As a member of ASID (American Society of Interior Design) Loretta’s vast design knowledge, leadership and volunteer roles have resulted in strong client and industry trade partnership as well as a popular luxury design trends blogger. Loretta was profiled under DOMOTEX USA’s #whyidomotex campaign in 2019. You can read more about Loretta’s path to success here and watch an interview about what DOMOTEX USA means to her here.

 

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Let’s Talk Flooring Trends

A design discussion!
Sponsored and Hosted by The International Surface Event (TISE) 2017

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A plethora of floorcovering options are available in the market, offering designers unending options to create unique projects. Floorcovering is more than just a utilitarian material, instead it can change the mood of any room – from exotic hardwood and luxury vinyl planks to the movement and texture formed in natural stone. Learn about the latest in floorcovering trends for all surfaces types: ceramic tile, natural stone, hardwood, resilient, laminate, and luxury carpet. Join us on KBTribeChat to chat directly with leading experts across all floorcovering fields to inspire your next project and solve your biggest issues.

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TISE is the largest North American event serving the floorcovering, stone & tile industries. To learn more on this topic and see the products and services first hand, register today to attend TISE 2017, January 17th to 20th in Las Vegas.
Register at www.TISEwest.com/Register and use promo code MDL60 when registering for 10% Off* your TISE 2017 exhibits and or exhibits with education registration.

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Our discussion questions:

• Where in the design process do you consider your flooring selection? Do you have a preferred flooring material?

• Have you used large format porcelain tile before? What brand? Let’s talk installation guidelines!

• A growing trend in flooring is LVP. What is new with resilient? How has technology improved this product category? Do you work with resilient products? What design features do you like most about resilient?

• Solid vs. engineered flooring (vs. wood look tile) – what are the pros and cons?

• What are some of your favorite natural stones for flooring installations? Share photos! (in your answers supply tips for using natural stone as a surface material and debunk common misconceptions)

Join this Twitter Chat conversation
on Wednesday, October 12
from 2 to 3pm EST
by adding #KBTribechat to your tweets!

Here’s the transcript for this KBtribechat.

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