President, CEO of World Floor Covering Association; memorial evening set for March 29 in Anaheim, Calif.

  Marble Architecture Awards will review 1985-2010 winners.

  Two decades of overseas experience to share.

  “Coverings Central” to give digital perspective on show floor.

  March 5 deadline for submitting proposals.

  Fabricator recognized as one of the country’s best-managed companies.

  No-spin backer pad, simple seaming aid, countertop-pricing software and more.

  Stone Concepts Inc. cuts in the middleman to maintain a healthy workflow.

Ceramic tile’s grip lessens on kitchen backsplash preferences.

  Marble, travertine continue climbing; granite shipments way off.