I attended Coverings 2024 – the global tile and stone experience – in Atlanta last week as part of the event’s VIP Press and Influencer Tour. As always, it was amazing to see so much ceramic tile and natural stone in one place at the Georgia World Congress Center.
Above photo: Elios-Ceramica exploring color.
Although we did not see all the 1,000+ exhibitors from 40 countries, we did some of the best and brightest during our Tile of Spain, Ceramics of Italy and Tile Council of North America tours. It was so refreshing to see surfaces in materials alternative to quartz and marble.
Linear style from Landmark Ceramics
Why Choose Tile
We started our journey with Alena Capra, CMKBD, the Coverings industry ambassador, enlightening us on the benefits of tile – and there are many! So if you want to branch out of your comfort zone, read on!
- Hygienic & healthy: The material is hypoallergenic and antibacterial.
- Easy to clean: No harsh chemicals are needed, and water usually does the trick.
- Resistant: to water, mold, mildew and bacteria.
- Durable: Tile is scratch, stain, chemical and frost resistant; a great choice for the great outdoors.
- Sustainable: The material has one of the lowest carbon footprints and is plastic free.
- Fire & smoke resistant: Tile is non-flammable.
- Versatile in design: it can be offered in a variety of patterns, sizes, shapes and styles.
Inspired by nature from Victoria Ceramics Spain
Tile Trends at Coverings 2024
Each sponsor of the VIP Press and Influencer Tour had a list of tile trends – current and upcoming – to share.
- Inspiration from architectural and organic elements
A stunning offering from Wonder Porcelain
- Evolving color trends in concrete looks
- Reflectivity gaining traction in digital looks
Terra Tinta Ceramiche
- Larger formats
- Bolder, brighter colors
Color offerings from Ceramica Sant’Agostino
- Japanese design-inspired looks
- Geological influence
Wood looks from Coopertiva Ceramics
- Rougher textures, low-relief veining
- 3D tile expansion, including fluted looks
Tile offerings from Mirage
- Biomimicry taking hold
- Throughbody technology
Beauty in green and blue from Gropo Lamosa
- Humanism seen in more flesh tones
- Metal looks like patina
Blue beauty from Kronos Ceramiche
- Jewel and earth tones
- Wallpaper inspired
Wow Tile living up to its name.
Next year’s Coverings will take place from April 29 to May 2, 2025, at the Orlando Convention Center.
