COVER STORY:
Bisazza North America
New training facility and class offers excellence in Venetian glass mosaic installation

“Just this past weekend, my wife and I were shopping for tile and she decided that she wanted some of your glass mosaic for one of our bathrooms. I was able to discourage her, persuading her that while it looks beautiful here in the showroom...". Read More

An accomplished old year; a promising new year NTCA finishes 2006 on the upswing;
anticipates 60th anniversary year in 200
by Lesley Goddin

As NTCA pushes towards its 60th anniversary in 2007, it continues to grow, offering a greater range of benefits to members, greater visibility in the industry and a broader member base. Read More

Controlling the key profit drivers:
Implications from the 2006 NTCA profit report

In 2007 NTCA will once again offer the Profit Planning Survey FREE of charge to members. “The costs of this survey will be paid by NTCA,” said Bob Brown, NTCA membership director. Read More

A legend I have known: Robert T. Young
by Joe A Tarver, executive director emeritus

Robert T. (Bob) Young, one of the most well liked and respected men in the tile industry, passed away on September 8, 2006.

His long and checkered career in the tile industry began as a tile setter’s helper... Read More

Bologna’s Cersaie brings deeper appreciation for
ceramic tile and its installation
by Bart Bettiga, executive director

Attending Cersaie in Bologna, Italy was a rare opportunity for me to learn more about our trade and my heritage. Italy is the only place where my last name (Bettiga) is never mispronounced. It is also home to the largest ceramic tile show in the world. Read More

Conestoga Tile presents the 2006 NTCA Road Show
by Bart Bettiga, executive director

During the first week of October, Conestoga Tile presented the NTCA Road Show to over 600 attendees representing 250 dealers, contractors and architectural firms. This wonderful educational opportunity focused on the current hot topics of tile installations. Read More