TISE Delivers in 2026
LAS VEGAS – Informa Markets’ The International Surface Event (TISE) last month featured an impressive lineup of top brands unveiling cutting-edge products and materials, as well as industry education.
The 2026 event divided the show floor into distinct neighborhoods, including Stone + Tile and Surfaces, providing focused spaces for exploring technology, materials and solutions.
Pavilions and specialty areas included:
- TISE LIVE Theatre, which presented trend presentations and education sessions covering best retail practices, waterproofing and ways to elevate beyond the competition;
- Natural Stone Theatre, produced by the Natural Stone Institute that covered areas such as sustainability I natural stone and stone restoration;
- TISE LIVE Demo Stage, where exhibitors presented live demonstrations showcasing installation techniques, product applications across adhesives, detecting deflection issues and moisture mitigation;
- The Cage, presented by the Stone Fabricator’s Alliance (SFA), which featured stone fabrication demonstrations from leading brands, and;
- The Learning Lab, whose small-format discussions focused on quartz, solid surfaces, large-format porcelain and other manufactured materials, presented by the International Surface Fabricators Association (ISFA).
As a way to put the spotlight on emerging exhibitors, the Start-Up Station provided a platform for new companies to showcase their products and technologies while offering a glimpse into the next generation of innovation.
TISE also offered new programs to engage retailers and distributors in a productive environment through Retail Roundtables, the Retailer Reception and the Distributor Reception.
Additionally, Show Floor Tours focused on key themes such as stone & wine, color trends, tools, Made in the USA products and kitchen and bath innovations. Top trends included eco-friendly materials, waterproof and pet-friendly surfaces, wall tiles, polishing tools and Artificial Intelligence (AI) software for installation.
The 2027 version of TISE will be held Feb. 1-4, 2027, at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center. To stay up to date with show news and announcements, go to www.intlsurfaceevent.com.