From charming kids’ tile to timeless stone and stylish new trends, this issue has something for everyone.

September 2025

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Why Tile Children's Room

19 Charming Ideas for Children's Room Tile

 

Children are a joy … and a long-term challenge for your decor. Imagination meets mess in children’s rooms, from crayon marks to spilled snacks. Kids put every surface to the test. That’s why designers and parents are turning to ceramic tile as a go-to material for children’s spaces. 

Kid-Proof Style
CTEF - Tile Edge Protection

Have You Added Tile Edge Protection to Your Installation Project? 

How often are you including tile edge protection in your tile assembly specifications?

Although not required for all installations, edge protection absolutely provides better results. 

Strong Edge Ahead
The Natural Stone - A Stronger Story

The Natural Choice: Why Does Stone Tell a Stronger Story Than Man-made Alternatives?

Natural stone has long been prized for its durability, beauty, and timeless appeal. While engineered materials offer uniformity and convenience, natural stone remains the superior choice in both form and function.

Go Natural
IPA - Certification Matters

Why PTCA Certification Matters for the Porcelain Tile Industry 

In 2024, porcelain tile represented more than 70% of U.S. ceramic tile sales in dollars. However, not every product marketed as “porcelain” meets the strict standards required to earn that label. 

Check the Label
TileLetter - Networking

Networking: Hate it? Love it?

For many, the word feels shallow or uncomfortable—yet networking shapes careers and opportunities in powerful ways. This article shows why even those who “hate networking” might already have a stronger network than they think.

Get Connected
2026 CID Awards
Tile of Spain - Quick Ship Collection

Tile of Spain USA Launches 13th Annual Quick Ship Collection with Over 115 Ceramic Styles

Tile of Spain, the international brand representing more than 100 Spanish ceramic tile manufacturers, proudly announces the 13th edition of its U.S. Quick Ship Collection. The latest catalog showcases over 115 ceramic tile collections from more than 30 companies. 

Ready, Set, Ship
Coverings Blog - Ambassador Program

Amplifying the Industry: The Coverings Ambassador Program

Every industry has representatives—the people who step forward to share knowledge, celebrate their craft, and bring others together. In the world of tile and stone, those representatives are the Coverings Ambassadors. Learn about the Coverings Ambassador Program and how these passionate professionals are helping shape the industry while inspiring others to attend Coverings.

Amplify the Impact
Cer Magazine - Cersaie 2025

Countdown to Cersaie 2025: A Showcase for Trends

From bold decorative effects to the sophisticated textures of stone- and wood-look ceramics and innovative formats that open up new design possibilities, Cersaie 2025 offered the perfect chance to discover the latest innovations first-hand.

Trend Alert
TileLetter - Making Sustainability Beautiful

Making Sustainability Beautiful

When it comes to sustainability, artisan tile setters give new life to tile scraps and tile left over from projects. Mosaic artists can source specific ceramic, stone, porcelain or glass materials for their projects to obtain a particular effect – but many use their vision and creativity to transform leftover scraps and shards from installation projects into works of art.

Sustainably Stylish
Save the date for Coverings 2026

Save the Date!

A World-Class World Showcase of Tile and Stone

Coverings 2026
March 30 - April 2 | Las Vegas

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