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Communities Across the U.S. Benefit from Daltile’s Legacy of Giving

Editor — Mon, 06 May 2013 15:15:08 +0000

A commitment to giving back stretches across the country and aids numerous organizations

Dallas, TX (May 6, 2013) – For more than 65 years, Daltile has helped homeowners, contractors and design professionals bring their visions to life with the widest range of quality tile and stone. But, leading the industry with best-in-class products isn’t enough.

“It’s important to not only to be leaders in our industry, but also in every aspect of our business,” says Jim Fanning, senior vice president, Marketing, Dal-Tile. “It is important to our team members and our culture that we give back to the communities that support us.”

With 2,000 employees in over 260 locations, Daltile’s touch can be felt across North America. And through its Legacy of Giving, the company is touching more people, more communities, and more organizations in need than ever before.

“Through our Legacy of Giving initiatives we support the worthwhile efforts of organizations like the ASID Foundation, the American Cancer Society, the Susan G. Komen Foundation, and many local organizations,” continues Fanning. “We’re committed to leaving a legacy of giving back to those who give so much to us.”

Recently Daltile’s Legacy of Giving has focused on two major programs: becoming a national corporate partner for Habitat for Humanity, and a company-wide contribution to military members and their families.

As a national corporate partner of Habitat for Humanity, Daltile will support the organization’s mission with monetary donations, products and the time and talent of employees by hosting housing builds in major metropolitan markets across the U.S.

“Daltile is helping those in need by creating beautiful spaces and affordable housing through donations of time, talent, tile, and funding to Habitat for Humanity,” said Lori Kirk-Rolley, senior marketing director, Dal-Tile. “We’re thrilled to align with such a giving organization in the communities we’ve worked for many years.”

“Thanks to corporate partners, like Daltile, we’re able to continue to grow and meet our mission, and provide safe, affordable housing for families across the U.S. and around the world,” says Lysa Ratliff, senior director of Corporate Programs for Habitat for Humanity International. With this assistance from Daltile, and its employees we’ll be adding to the more than 600,000 houses we’ve built and repaired and serve more than 3 million people worldwide.”

The Habitat for Humanity partnership will kick off on May 7 with the first housing build taking place in Houston, Texas. Following the Houston build, will be Phoenix on May 11, and then builds in major cities including Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Los Angeles, Miami, New York City, San Francisco and Washington D.C.

In addition to working with Habitat for Humanity, employees recently honored U.S. and Canada military members and their families as part of Daltile’s Legacy of Giving. The passion to say “thank you” and to give back came across loud and clear at the company’s recent National Sales Conference.

“When it comes to giving, there is no greater example than our military,” said John Cousins, vice president, Daltile. “Every day, brave service men, women and their families make tremendous sacrifices to preserve our freedoms.” During the conference in Orlando, Florida, employees honored U.S. and Canadian military and their families. Events included assembly of 900 care packages and the hosting of three special Marine families for a much-deserved vacation.

Cousins continued, “Our efforts at the National Sales Conference are a small token of appreciation for the sacrifices made by our military families each and every day.”

“We all know the pressures working families face, and typically there’s little time for rest and relaxation,” said Cousins. “The pressures and stress are compounded for a military family when its father, mother, son or daughter is away for extended periods of time. To express our deep appreciation for their sacrifices, we were thrilled to have the opportunity to give a few families the gift of time to spend together.”

During the conference, two medically retired U.S. Marine Corps Sergeants, a Marine Gunner CWO-3 on active duty in the U.S. Marine Corps, and their wives and children enjoyed a four day vacation and their first trip to Disney World, courtesy of Daltile. The families were also honored during a special presentation, along with Daltile’s own employees who have served, or currently serve their country in the military.

Additionally at the conference, Daltile employees assembled care packages for American and Canadian active military members, wounded veterans and military families. Packages included necessities such as toiletries, as well as fun items like gift cards, headphones and playing cards. At the conclusion of the conference, Daltile employees loaded the care packages onto military trucks with the help of local Army and Navy Reservists for a grand send off.

“We are so thankful for the leadership position we have in our industry, and are thrilled to be sharing our success with the communities, and people, who’ve supported us,” says Fanning. “Our legacy will be one of leadership, and giving back, for years to come.”

About Daltile

Daltile is an industry-leading brand of ceramic, porcelain, glass, metal, manufactured stone and natural stone tile products. Daltile products are distributed through over 250 company-owned sales service centers, stone slabyards and gallery design centers that service a robust network of trade customers. Dedicated to innovative product development and distinguished style, Daltile provides a rich palette of quality products created to inspire residential and commercial designs. For more information, visit www.daltile.com and follow Daltile on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

About Habitat for Humanity International

Habitat for Humanity International is a global nonprofit Christian housing organization that seeks to put God’s love into action by bringing people together to build homes, communities and hope. Since 1976, Habitat has served more than 500,000 families by welcoming people of all races, religions and nationalities to construct, rehabilitate or preserve homes; by advocating for fair and just housing policies; and by providing training and access to resources to help families improve their shelter conditions. For more information, to donate or to volunteer, please visit Habitat.org, follow us at facebook.com/habitat or at twitter.com/habitat.org or join Habitat’s blog community at habitat.org/blog.

Five New Collections Added to Daltile’s Palette of Quality Tile Options

Editor — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 12:45:46 +0000

New residential and commercial product offerings speak to emerging design trends

DALLAS (April 22, 2013) – Daltile’s dedication to innovative product development and distinguished style is proven once again through the launch of four new collections– Florentine™ Glazed Porcelain/Ceramic, Cortona™ Glazed Porcelain, Bay Bridge™ Colorbody™ Porcelain, Parkway™ Glazed Ceramic and Mosaic Traditions™ Glass & Stone Mosaics. These new product lines, the first of two launches this spring, bring even greater design flexibility to Daltile’s residential and commercial audiences, a testament to the brand’s constant focus on its customers.

“At Daltile, we strive to ensure we have depth in our product offerings, provide competitive pricing and continue to deliver product innovation,” said Lori Kirk-Rolley, senior marketing director for Daltile. “This new product launch represents the “best in class” our customers know and expect from Daltile and our ongoing commitment to those looking for total design versatility in the products they choose.”

With each new collection, Daltile continues to respond to the emerging trends driving today’s residential and commercial designs. This first launch features the evolution of trends like wood looks, subtle dimensionality, plank sizes and the use of larger format sizes used both on the floor and on the wall, all trends Daltile anticipates will continue to remain popular for years to come.

New Product Introductions:

Florentine™ Glazed Porcelain/Ceramic & Glazed Wall with Reveal Imaging™
Daltile has seen a renewed interest in marble, and Florentine offers an ideal solution for those who seek the beauty of marble with the performance, durability and ease of maintenance of porcelain tile. This classic look of marble and stone comes to life in the Florentine collection thanks to Daltile’s patented Reveal Imaging technology.

Florentine features two classic marble visuals, Carrara and Marfil, and introduces two contemporary natural stone visuals in a warm gray (Agento) and soft brown (Nociolla). This timeless, on-trend color palette of crisp whites, neutral tans and fresh grays is sure to compliment any space.

Modular floor field sizes available include 24×24, 12×24 and 12×12.
Available wall sizes include 12×24 and 10×14, as well as a 2×4 Brick-joint Mosaic.
Available trim sizes include 3×12, 3×3, 3×12 and 3×10.

Cortona™ Glazed Porcelain with Reveal Imaging™
High-end, classic style comes standard with Cortona, one of Daltile’s newest Glazed Porcelain collections with Reveal Imaging technology. Cortona’s rich aesthetic easily coordinates with most designs thanks to its selection of crisp colors, beautiful accents and two available finishes.

Cortona features a realistic, natural stone visual with strong, shaded veining, bringing the beauty of travertine to life through a durable porcelain tile. In addition, its chiseled edges and light pitting resemble the texture of natural stone.

Offered in a crisp, cool palette of four shades (White Flora, Tuscan Sun, Mediterranean Sand and Umbrian Hill) that can be mixed, matched and coordinated with any space.
Available in six floor field tile sizes, 20×20, 16×24, 13×20, 13×13 and 6-1/2×6-1/2. A 4×13 decorative accent is also available, as well as a 3×13 bullnose offering for trim.

Bay Bridge™ Colorbody™ Porcelain
The use of tile that emulates wood is a growing style trend, and Bay Bridge is a modern interpretation of that trend through its natural tone and complexion of wood, textured fabric and concrete. Bay Bridge comes in popular plank sizes for unique designs, and four warm colors with wide pattern variation for added style.

Hardwoods have an aesthetic design appeal to homeowners, but are limited in application. Bay Bridge realistically mimics the look of hardwood with the long-lasting durability and ease of maintenance of porcelain tile. This provides unlimited application options, including high traffic areas and rooms exposed to high moisture levels, such as the kitchen and bathroom.

Bay Bridge is offered in four colors (Vista, Ashwood, Trestle and Mainland) that feature reflective elements to add depth and dimension to the textured surfaces.
It is available in four popular plank tile sizes, 24×24, 12×24, 12×12 and 6×24.
Trim pieces include a 3×12 Bullnose, 6×12 Cove Base and 1×6 Cove Outcorner.

Parkway™ Glazed Ceramic Floor & Wall
The use of sophisticated, minimalist graphics that imitate stained concrete and other visuals, with just a hint of visual movement continues to be popular, and was the inspiration behind Daltile’s Parkway collection. Parkway’s fresh design mimics the look and movement of concrete in a contemporary color palette that seamlessly blends with any space. This glazed ceramic line is durable, low-maintenance and features larger sizes to create the most stylish look. It is a complementary floor and wall tile that’s also an affordable alternative to a stained concrete look.

Floor and Wall tile sizes are available in four contemporary colors (Cream, Beige, Brown and Gray).
Available floor field sizes available include 24×24, 12×24 and 18×18 and 13×13.
Available wall sizes include 9×12 and 6×6.
Comprehensive trim package includes 13×13 Floor Bullnose, 6×6 Wall Bullnose, 6×6 Wall Bullnose Corner, 3×9 Wall Bullnose and 3×3 Wall Bullnose Corner.

Mosaic Traditions™ Glass & Stone Mosaics
Enrich any space with classic color combinations of glass and stone with Daltile’s newest mosaic blends, Mosaic Traditions™. The line features complementary color tones of gray, tan, brown and white to balance any space with modest beauty and charm.

Available in six glass and stone blends (Desert Dune, Caramelo, Zen Escape, Evening Sky, Oasis and Skyline)
Three unique sizes include 1×1 Mosaic, ¾ x1-1/2 Brick-joint Mosaic and 5/8×3 Brick-joint Mosaic.
All available sizes are 4mm thick and are mesh mounted.

About Daltile
Daltile is an industry-leading brand of ceramic, porcelain, glass, metal, manufactured stone and natural stone tile products. Daltile products are distributed through over 250 company-owned sales service centers, stone slabyards and gallery design centers that service a robust network of trade customers. Dedicated to innovative product development and distinguished style, Daltile provides a rich palette of quality products created to inspire residential and commercial designs. For more information, visit www.daltile.com and follow Daltile on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

About Dal-Tile Corporation
Dal-Tile is the largest manufacturer and marketer of ceramic tile and natural stone products used in residential and commercial design and construction across North America. The company, a division of Mohawk Industries, was founded in 1947 and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas. As a leader in the industry, Dal-Tile delivers advancements in product innovation with its Reveal Imaging™, Outstand Technology™ and Proadvanced™ Protection Program. The company is committed to incorporating environmentally friendly materials, processes and products throughout its organization. Dal-Tile has more than 7,500 employees in North America, and sells its products through a network of more than 250 company-owned sales service centers, stone slabyards, gallery design centers, independent distributors and leading home center retailers nationwide. For more information on Dal-Tile and its brands, visit www.dal-tile.com or call 1-800-933-8453.

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Daltile Wins Ninth Consecutive Dealers’ Choice Award at Surfaces 2013

Editor — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 17:07:21 +0000

Daltile recognized by flooring industry dealers for excellence in the ceramic tile category

DALLAS (March 12, 2013) –Daltile was recently honored with Floor Covering Weekly’s annual Dealers’ Choice Award at Surfaces 2013. Daltile received the Dealers’ Choice award in the Ceramic Tile category for Florentine™ Glazed Porcelain & Glazed Wall with Reveal Imaging™, a new product line launching in March 2013. This is Datile’s ninth consecutive Dealers’ Choice Award win, and 12^th total win since the start of the program in 2001.

Daltile has seen a renewed interest in marble, and Florentine offers an ideal solution for those who want the beauty of marble with the performance, durability and ease of maintenance that comes standard with porcelain tile. This classic look of marble and stone comes to life in the Florentine collection thanks to Daltile’s patented Reveal Imaging™ technology. Florentine features two classic marble visuals, Carrara and Marfil, and introduces two contemporary natural stone visuals in a warm gray and soft brown. This timeless color palette of crisp whites, neutral tans and fresh grays are sure to compliment any space, and the 1,576 dealers who voted agree.

“There is always a lot of excitement around our attendance at Surfaces, and we truly value the customer feedback we receive at the show,” said Lori Kirk-Rolley, senior marketing director, Dal-Tile. “We are thrilled to once again receive the honor of Dealer’s Choice, and will continue to strive to be the leader of innovation in the ceramic tile category.”

To view Daltile’s previous Dealers’ Choice Award product wins, visit: http://daltile.com/information/dealerschoice.

About Daltile
Daltile is an industry-leading brand of ceramic, porcelain, glass, metal, and natural stone tile products. Daltile products are distributed through over 250 company-owned sales service centers, stone slabyards and gallery design centers that service a robust network of trade customers. Dedicated to innovative product development and distinguished style, Daltile provides a rich palette of quality products created to inspire residential and commercial designs. For more information, visit www.daltile.com and follow Daltile on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

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MOHAWK INDUSTRIES, INC. ANNOUNCES PURCHASE OF MARAZZI GROUP

Editor — Thu, 20 Dec 2012 22:44:31 +0000

CALHOUN, Ga., December 20, 2012 — Mohawk Industries, Inc. (NYSE: MHK) today announced that the Company has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the Marazzi Group, which will make Mohawk the worldwide leader in ceramic tile.

The Marazzi Group is a leading manufacturer and marketer of ceramic tile in all its major geographies, including Russia, the United States, Italy, France and Spain. Marazzi’s 2011 revenues were about €833 million, or $1.16 billion, with EBITDA of approximately 15.5% under historical IFRS accounting. Marazzi is held by the Marazzi family and two private equity funds—Permira and Private Equity Partners.

Mohawk is acquiring Marazzi for €1.17 billion, or approximately $1.5 billion, with a combination of cash and equity. Marazzi’s estimated 2012 EBITDA of €145 million represents a purchase multiple of about eight times. We expect to complete the transaction during the first quarter of 2013 pending customary closing conditions and regulatory approvals. Mohawk anticipates that the transaction will be accretive in 2013.

Ceramic tile remains the world’s most widely utilized flooring product with an estimated worldwide consumption of more than 110 billion square feet and annual growth of 5 to 6%. Marazzi distributes ceramic tile in more than 100 countries through a strong international sales force, which will increase Mohawk’s worldwide growth.

Founded and managed by Filippo Marazzi, Sr. and his family, the Marazzi Group has become a global leader in ceramic tile with worldwide brand recognition. Marazzi’s product line features glazed ceramic, glazed porcelain, technical tile and color body porcelain. Marazzi introduced the single fire process that revolutionized the industry, making ceramic more accessible to a wider market. Technological innovations continue today with new introductions such as crystalized porcelain and single-fired thin tiles. Marazzi operates manufacturing facilities in Russia, the United States and Western Europe and employs around 6,300 people.

Jeff Lorberbaum, Mohawk’s chairman and chief executive officer, stated, “This acquisition represents the next step in the expansion of Mohawk’s global business and will make Mohawk a stronger company. We found Marrazi attractive because of its solid management team and leadership positions in the U.S., Russia and Europe. Marazzi’s differentiated products, leading-edge design, efficient manufacturing and exemplary service have created one of the most valued brands in the industry. We have many opportunities to improve results by leveraging best practices, operational expertise, product innovation and manufacturing assets.”

Marazzi has the number one position in the Russian ceramic market, which is similar in size to the United States. Marazzi operates a unique model that optimizes its total supply chain from manufacturing to distribution to retail. Marazzi operates two manufacturing sites and 21 regional distribution centers. Marazzi owns and franchises more than 300 retail stores that carry only Marazzi products. About 50% of the Marazzi Russian business is sold directly to end users, and the retail advertising done by the stores has created a strong consumer brand. We expect to continue the growth in Russia by expanding company owned and franchised stores, other distribution channels and increasing our geographic reach.

In the U.S., Marazzi’s products are sold through independent distributors, home centers and a few company service centers. Leveraging the combined manufacturing expertise, design capabilities and distribution systems, we will enhance our ceramic business. The total residential and commercial offerings complement each other and can satisfy every requirement in the market. We will also be able to provide additional products from our facilities in Mexico, China and Europe to compete directly with the large quantity of imported ceramic tile.

Presently European flooring is at a low point where Marazzi has leading positions in Italy, France and Spain. Marazzi has rationalized its capacity to align with the market and is implementing new strategies to enhance its sales in the region and adjacent countries. Improvements have been made that enhanced the manufacturing efficiency, quality and sales effectiveness. Additional investments are planned to further reduce manufacturing cost, increase sales and expand our design capabilities.

Lorberbaum said, “The combination of Mohawk and Marazzi creates opportunities to expand U.S. distribution through service centers and other channels, source ceramic from our worldwide assets, utilize our relationships to expand all product categories and deploy leading innovation and design trends to all of our ceramic businesses around the globe. Mohawk & Marazzi’s strong management and solid financial position combined with process and material knowledge, distribution expertise, and synergies with other products will deliver additional value to our shareholders.”

Barclays acted as the exclusive advisor to Mohawk on this transaction. Mohawk has scheduled a conference call at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time on Friday, December 21, 2012, to discuss the Marazzi acquisition. The telephone number is 1-800-603-9255 toll free for US/Canada and 1-706-634-2294 for International/Local. Conference ID #83790978. A replay will also be available until January 4, 2013 by dialing 855-859-2056 toll free for US/local calls and 404-537-3406 for International/Local calls and entering Conference ID # 83790978.

Certain of the statements in the immediately preceding paragraphs, particularly anticipating future performance, business prospects, growth and operating strategies and similar matters and those that include the words “could,” “should,” “believes,” “anticipates,” “expects,” and “estimates,” or similar expressions constitute “forward-looking statements.” For those statements, Mohawk claims the protection of the safe harbor for forward-looking statements contained in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. There can be no assurance that the forward-looking statements will be accurate because they are based on many assumptions, which involve risks and uncertainties. The following important factors could cause future results to differ: changes in economic or industry conditions; competition; inflation in raw material prices and other input costs; energy costs and supply; timing and level of capital expenditures; timing and implementation of price increases for the Company’s products; impairment charges; integration of acquisitions; international operations; introduction of new products; rationalization of operations; tax, product and other claims; litigation; and other risks identified in Mohawk’s SEC reports and public announcements.

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ABOUT MOHAWK
Mohawk is a leading supplier of flooring for both residential and commercial applications. Mohawk provides a complete selection for all markets of carpet, ceramic tile, laminate, wood, stone, vinyl and rugs. These products are marketed under the premier brands in the industry including Mohawk, Karastan, Lees, Bigelow, Durkan, Mohawk Home, Daltile, American Olean, Unilin and Quick-Step. Mohawk’s international presence includes operations in Australia, Brazil, China, Europe, Malaysia, Mexico and Russia.

The Timeless Beauty of Stone Comes to Life Through Daltile’s Newest Natural Stone Collections and Line Extensions

Editor — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 20:12:59 +0000

Natural Stone and Manufactured Stone Lines continue to inspire the industry to design with confidence

DALLAS (December 13, 2012) – The inherent beauty of stone is timeless, and Daltile, America’s most trusted name in the tile and stone industry, is pleased to bring that beauty to life with its new Natural Stone and Manufactured Stone collections and line extensions. New additions to the Natural Stone category include two inspiring collections, First Snow Elegance™ Marble and Siberian Tundra™ Limestone. Daltile has also added Modern Cut Stack™, as well as new color additions to Sculpted Ledgestone and Chiseled Ready Stack from its Manufactured Stone category. These stone additions reflect Daltile’s ongoing commitment to broadening its product portfolio, and remaining a leader in style, design and quality.

“The unparalleled natural beauty of stone has the ability to transform any setting with elegance and character,” said Lori Kirk-Rolley, senior marketing director for Daltile. “From limestone and marble to manufactured stone, our customers can feel confident about bringing the ambience of high-quality stone into any space.”

New Stone Product Introductions:

First Snow Elegance™ Marble

Clean, white colors are a design staple for any space, and were the inspiration for First Snow Elegance, the newest addition to Daltile’s Marble Collection. This natural marble tile offers a more pure white color with very little movement for a crisp clean design. Available in a variety of popular design sizes and finishes, First Snow Elegance will empower customers to achieve the elegant white look they envisioned.

Field tile sizes available in a Polished finish include 12×24, 18×18, 12×12, and 3×6. Field tile sizes available in a Honed finish include 12×12 and 3×6. Field tile sizes available in a Tumbled finish include 4×4, 6×6 and 3×6.
Mosaic tile sizes available include 1×1 and 2×2 in a Tumbled finish, 1×2 and 3/8 x Random in a Split Face finish, 1×1 and 3/8 x Random in a Honed finish and ½ x 1 and 3/8 x Random in a Polished finish.

Siberian Tundra™ Limestone

The latest style isn’t black and white, but a contemporary shade of gray. Siberian Tundra limestone is a dark shade of gray, giving any space a design that is both contemporary yet timeless. Available in a range of floor and wall sizes, plus complete trims and mosaics, it will give any design a rich and high-end look. In addition, its chair and pencil rails, plus two truly unique mosaics enhance this floor/wall offering.

Siberian Tundra is offered in 12×12, 12×24, 18×18 and a contemporary wall size in 6×18.
Mosaics include a12 x 15 Random Mosaic in a Honed finish, as well as a 12 x 14 Oval Mosaic in a Polished finish.
Siberian Tundra’s trim package includes a 2×12 Chair Rail and ¾ x12 Pencil Rail.

Modern Cut Stack™ Manufactured Stone

Modern Cut Stack is Daltile’s newest Manufactured Stone offering. With an organic stone texture, linear look and a wide color range, Modern Cut Stack provides the ultimate warm atmosphere while maintaining a fashion-forward look.

Available colors include Industry Gray, Current Tan, Modern Beige, Khaki Trend, Metro White and Contempo Blend.
Due to extreme color and texture variation from piece to piece and within each piece, the look of the final installation will be unique.
Product sizes include 3×6, 3×12, 3×16, 3×18 and 3×22.

Sculpted Ledgestone & Chiseled Readystack Line Extensions

New colors have been added to Daltile’s Sculpted Ledgestone and Chiseled Ready Stack Manufactured Stone Lines, including:

Sante Fe and Nightfall are the newest additions to the Sculpted Ledgestone palette of colors; and
Auburn Earth has been added to the Chiseled Ready Stack spectrum.

About Daltile

Daltile is an industry-leading brand of ceramic, porcelain, glass, metal, and natural stone tile products. Daltile products are distributed through over 250 company-owned sales service centers, stone slabyards and gallery design centers that service a robust network of trade customers. Dedicated to innovative product development and distinguished style, Daltile provides a rich palette of quality products created to inspire residential and commercial designs. For more information, visit www.daltile.com and follow Daltile on Facebook, Twitter and YouTube.

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Versatile Design, Style and Reveal Imaging™ All Highlights of New Daltile Collections

Editor — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 17:18:11 +0000

New residential and commercial product offerings from Daltile bring greater design flexibility than ever before

DALLAS (December 12, 2012) – Whether a homeowner, builder, designer or architect, Daltile’s extended portfolio of stylish Glazed Porcelain, Colorbody™ Porcelain and Ceramic Floor and Wall tile options are sure to peak curiosity and spark creativity. As one of America’s most trusted name in tile and natural stone, Daltile introduces five new collections – Levaro™ Glazed Porcelain, Ever™ Colorbody™ Porcelain, Unity™ ColorBody™ Porcelain, EcoPremier™ Terrazzo, and Cannes™ Ceramic Floor & Wall tile – as well as an extension to the popular Heathland™ Glazed Ceramic collection. Daltile’s new product offerings add to the infinite range of design possibilities available to meet the needs of residential and commercial audiences alike.

“Our newest selection of products is sure to suit any taste, residential or commercial,” said Lori Kirk-Rolley, senior marketing director for Daltile. “We have all that is needed to design with confidence and bring visions to life in a way that can only be defined as best in class.”

This extensive launch represents Daltile’s ongoing commitment to its customers looking for total design versatility in the products they choose. With each new collection, Daltile continues to respond to the emerging trends driving today’s designs as well as resurging market demand.

New Product Introductions:

Levaro™ Glazed Porcelain & Glazed Wall Tile with Reveal Imaging™
Through the launch of Levaro, Daltile is the first company with the capability to use Reveal Imaging Technology, not only in floor tile, but wall tile, mosaic tile, decorative accents and trim. Daltile is pleased to be leading the charge with this major accomplishment.

With Levaro’s Reveal Imaging™ technology, the beautiful look of travertine comes to life in every design with incredible color, detail and veining that is uniquely produced on every tile. Infused with Microban®, Levaro stays cleaner between cleanings and maintenance is made simple on an easy-to-clean tile surface with a look that’s virtually indistinguishable from natural stone.

Levaro’s timeless color palette consists of Sabbia Sand, Grigio Meadows and Noce Woodlands.
Modular floor field sizes available include 20×20, 13×20, 13×13 and 6-1/2 x 6-1/2, as well as a 3 x 13 floor bullnose available in all colors.
Available wall sizes include 10×14 field, 2×10 bullnose and outcorner. Porcelain mosaic size offerings are 3×3 field and 3×3 mosaic bullnose.
Finally, a universal 3×13 floor decorative border and 2×10 wall decorative border are available to create added visual interest.

Ever™ ColorBody™ Porcelain
Limestone has been used to create some of the most famous structures all over the world, and now you can bring that timelessness to any space with Ever, a porcelain tile constructed to stand the test of time.

Offered in a warm and cool palette of six contemporary shades (Moon, Light, Arctic, Rock, Earth and Dark) that can be mixed, matched and coordinated with any space. Ever’s three surface textures (Light Polished, Unpolished and Textured) offer infinite potential for commercial projects of any scale.
Available in six floor field tile sizes, 18×18, 12×24, 24×24, 8×24, 40×60 and 24×48, a 3×24 floor bullnose, 6×12 Cove base and 1×6 Cove Corner. A 12×24 Gradino Step Tread is also offered as trim.

Unity™ ColorBody™ Porcelain
Peak performance and outstanding durability meet contemporary style and sophistication with Daltile’s new ColorBody Porcelain line, Unity. This double-load porcelain tile is one of the toughest tiles available, yet it doesn’t compromise on style. Developed with micro powders, Unity has a visual that is more uniform and less directional than traditional double-load products, resulting in a more contemporary minimalist look.

Unity is offered in seven colors (Avorio, Beige, Grigio, Tobacco, Coffee, Ashgrey and Nero) and three surfaces (Unpolished and Polished in all sizes and Textured in 12×24 only), which are TruEdge rectified.
It is available in three modular field tile sizes, 12×12, 12×24 and 24×24.
A 3×12 bullnose in the unpolished surface is offered for trim, as well as a 6×12 cove base and 1×6 cove outside corner in an unpolished finish.
A 12×12 “Modern Liner” is offered as a decorative accent, and combines thin rectangular cuts in all three finishes, which are mounted on a sheet in a staggered pattern that interlocks from sheet to sheet.

EcoPremier™ Terrazzo
Eco Premier is made with a blend of recycled porcelain and marble chips that create an eco-chic look. This environmentally friendly line is made in the USA with high-quality standards and provides the opportunity to earn credits toward LEED™ Certification.

Available in six standard colors (Alabaster, Macadamia, Malt, Dovetail, Butternut and White Mint) with custom colors available via special order for a unique look specifically designed to focus on commercial segment demand for green products at a value price point.
EcoPremier is available in five versatile field tile sizes, including 12×12, 12×24, 16×16, 18×18 and 24×24.

Cannes™ Glazed Ceramic
Create a fresh, updated look in any space with Cannes Glazed Ceramic tile. With an unpolished surface and smooth stone visual, Cannes offers both style and durability at an affordable price.

Available in two neutral shades (Crema and Noce) and comes in two field tile sizes (18×18 and 13×13), as well as a 3×13 bullnose trim.

Heathland™ Glazed Ceramic (Line Extension)
Now offered in an extended range of sizes and available colors, Heathland has been taken to another level. With its wide color palette, popular sizes, and versatile decorative accents, Heathland is the perfect solution for rustic floor and wall installations.

6 x 6 field tile and select trim items have been added in the Ashland and Sage colors, and a 4 ½ x 4 ½ wall tile, bullnose and bullnose corner have been added to all six available colors.

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New Stylish Collections and Line Extensions from Daltile Offer Impeccable Design, Flexibility and Performance

Editor — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 16:47:17 +0000

DALLAS (December 12, 2012) – Designing with confidence and style has never been so easy or exciting. Whether customers are looking to apply porcelain, ceramic, stone or mosaics to their next project, the introduction of Daltile’s eight new product lines, 13 new decorative mosaics and three existing line extensions provide endless opportunities.

This expansive launch from America’s most trusted names in tile and natural stone, features products like Levaro™ Glazed Porcelain, featuring Reveal Imaging™ technology and environmentally friendly EcoPremier™ Terrazzo. Daltile’s new product offerings also offer new inspiring collections in natural stone and manufactured stone with First Snow Elegance™ for crisp, clean designs, Siberian Tundra™ Limestone for a contemporary shade of gray and Modern Cut Stack™, Daltile’s newest Manufactured Stone offering. Looking for new options in Mosaics? Daltile’s 13 new collections of on-trend mosaics including Opulence™ and Tiger Eye™ give architects, designers, builders and homeowners the opportunity to transform spaces with style and personality.

“We’re thrilled to introduce such an expansive array of stylish, sophisticated products that provide greater design flexibility,” said Lori Kirk-Rolley, senior marketing director for Daltile. “This launch is reflective of the performance, quality and style our customers desire, and we will continue to deliver on our commitment to offer best-in-class products that inspire.”

All products in the launch are now in inventory and can be previewed on Daltile.com.

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Daltile Demonstrates Commitment to Green Home Building

Editor — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 23:47:34 +0000

Dallas, November 29, 2012 – As an organization committed to green home building, Daltile recently partnered with ABC (Affordable. Buildable. Certified.) Green Home for it’s most recent house project produced by Southern California Edison and Green Home Builder magazine. The ABC Green Home is a project that challenges the homebuilding industry and demonstrates that affordable, entry-level, certified green homes can be built. The most recent home was completed on October 10, 2012, at the Orange County Great Park in Irvine, CA and will be featured as a part of the U.S. Department of Energy 2013 Solar Decathlon. Following the event, the house will be donated to Habitat for Humanity to be given to a disabled veteran.

“As a leader in our industry, the ABC Green Home has not only given us the opportunity to showcase our commitment to sustainable products, it also supports our desire to give back to communities in a meaningful way,” said Lori Kirk-Rolley, senior marketing director, Dal-Tile. “Sustainability will continue to be a focus for our brands, and we intend to push further to develop better and even more sustainable products.”

As an ABC Green Home partner, Daltile donated an assortment of stylish and sustainable floor and wall tile from its extensive portfolio of products, including the following; Glass Reflections™ and Maracas Glass (Glass tiles);, Limestone and Granite (Natural Stone Tile & Slabs);Kimona Silk™ ColorBody™ Porcelain; and Semi-Gloss™ and Modern Dimensions™ (Glazed Wall & Counter tile).

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Daltile Provides Supports to the Craftsman® House United Initiative

Editor — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 15:34:29 +0000

Dallas, November 28, 2012 Daltile recently extended its support as a tile provider for the Craftsman “House United” program. Craftsman built its most recent “House United” home with help from Ty Pennington, Sears Heroes at Home, Rebuilding Together, NextGen Home built by Champion Home Builders and Bank of America. The House United team built one half of a house during the Republican National Convention and the other half during the Democratic National Convention through a joint community service effort. After the two segments of the home were built during the conventions, they united in Charlotte and the completed home was donated to a deserving military veteran on October 17, 2012.

“As a company, Daltile strives to enrich the lives of others by giving back to our communities,” said Lori Kirk-Rolley, senior marketing director, Dal-Tile. “Our participation in the House United project is a small token of our appreciation for the sacrifices made by our troops and veterans.”

As a House United partner, Daltile donated an assortment of stylish floor and wall tile from its extensive portfolio of products, including Sublime™ Glazed Wall Tile, P’Zazz™ ColorBody™ Porcelain, Magma™ ColorBody™ Porcelain, Fashion Accents™ Glass, Metal & Decorative Accents, Rittenhouse Square™ Glazed Wall & Counter Tile and Modern Dimensions™ Glazed Wall & Counter Tile.

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About Dal-Tile Corporation
Dal-Tile is the largest manufacturer of ceramic tile and natural stone products used in residential and commercial design and construction across North America. The company, a division of Mohawk Industries, was founded in 1947 and is headquartered in Dallas, Texas. As a leader in the industry, Dal-Tile delivers advancements in product innovation with its Reveal Imaging™, Outstand Technology™ and Proadvanced™ Protection Program. The company is committed to incorporating environmentally friendly materials, processes and products throughout its organization. Dal-Tile has more than 7,500 employees in North America, and sells its products through a network of more than 250 company-owned sales service centers, stone slabyards, gallery design centers, independent distributors and leading home center retailers nationwide. For more information on Dal-Tile and its brands, visit www.dal-tile.com or call 1-800-933-8453.

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Daltile to be Featured in Four Holiday-Themed Specials of “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” on ABC

Editor — Tue, 27 Nov 2012 16:25:03 +0000

Dallas, November 27, 2012 – Daltile is pleased announce its continued participation in the hit show “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition,” which will return to ABC with four special episodes this holiday season. Daltile product was donated for each new episode, which will feature celebrity guests, hosts and performances. The first episode premiered on Monday, November 26 at 9:00p.m. EST. The remaining three episodes will air on the following three Mondays, December 3, December 10 and December 17.

“For nine years we worked side by side with ABC and ‘Extreme Makeover’ to help transform the lives of well-deserving families across the country,” said Lori Kirk-Rolley, senior marketing director for Dal-Tile. “We are thrilled to have been able to extend our support once again to honor and support families and communities during the holidays.”

The show’s designers used a variety of stylish Daltile products throughout the episodes, including Rittenhouse Square, Octagon & Dot, Metal Fusion, Saltillo, Reflective Elements, City View, Union Square, Keystone Elements, Colour Schemes, Stone Radiance and Ayers Rock.

Daltile has served as a tile provider to “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition,” for nine consecutive seasons and supplied tile for every single episode of the show, including the pilot filmed in September 2003.

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