Show organizers have announced an expanded roster of new and returning programs and activations for Coverings 2025, set for April 29-May 2 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Fla. The event will bring together tile and stone distributors, retailers, architects, designers, builders, remodelers, contractors, installers, fabricators and other industry professionals.
Coverings 2025 will feature numerous international pavilions hosted by top tile associations and manufacturers, the latest trends, product innovations, state-of-the-art machinery, advanced tools and equipment, and other essential industry resources. Attendees can engage in hands-on experiences through live demonstrations, multilingual show floor tours, and other interactive programs.
“With 26,000 attendees from around the world, Coverings 2025 will be the ultimate destination for tile and stone professionals to stay ahead of emerging trends, generate qualified business leads and develop strategic insights to maintain a competitive edge,” said Jamie Rich, Coverings show director. “Attendees will have the opportunity to maximize their time, forge valuable connections and source the latest products from 40 countries—all while achieving a year’s worth of business value in just four days.”
Programming and activations will encompass the show’s four key tenets—“Health & Wellness,” “Sustainability,” “Outdoor Spaces” and “Timeless Luxury”—across an exhibition floor stretching nine miles, according to organizers.
The show will mark the return of The Coverings Lounge (Booth #4300), a centrally located space featuring the Trends & Solutions Stage—one of Coverings’ three show floor stages—along with valuable networking opportunities, presentations from tile and stone leaders, and daily happy hours with prize giveaways.
“Whether seeking industry expertise, valuable contacts or a moment to simply unwind from the bustling show floor, The Coverings Lounge offers showgoers the ideal blend of education, networking and relaxation,” said Rich.
The Coverings Lounge will also feature the brand-new I.C.E. House Showhome Experience. This innovative exhibit presents a visual journey through I.C.E. House, a two-year construction and design transformation project being produced by Jennifer Farrell Designs. The experience will include exclusive talks by designer Jennifer Farrell, with multimedia displays alongside samples of the materials featured in I.C.E. House.
Farrell will lead “Surface Materials and the Home of the Future – Walk & Talk” sessions from 1-1:30 p.m., April 29-May 1, delivering expert insights into the evolving role of surface materials in next-generation home design. The event will culminate in a special I.C.E.-House-themed happy hour and prize giveaway May 1 at 4 p.m., celebrating the concepts presented throughout the week.
“I could not be more thrilled to partner with Coverings 2025 to share the I.C.E. House Showhome Experience with the world,” said Farrell. “Coverings is the largest, most important tile and stone event in North America, bringing the entire globe together to discover the future of design materials. Part of the story we’re telling at I.C.E. House is how the global culture of design is guiding the home of the future, which makes Coverings the perfect partner for telling that story.”
Happy hours and giveaways will be held at The Coverings Lounge on April 30 and May 1, starting at 4 p.m. Attendees can enjoy a lively atmosphere with cold drinks, great company and fun-filled raffles. (Participants must be present to win.)
The Coverings 2025 Rock Star Awards Ceremony, which will honor the 11th class of Coverings Rock Stars, will take place in The Coverings Lounge on April 29 from 4-5 p.m. The ceremony will also announce the inaugural 2025 Coverings Champions, recognizing distinguished tile and stone leaders and their outstanding contributions.
The Galvanize Lounge (South Hall, Room S222) is set to make its Orlando debut at Coverings 2025, following its successful launch at Coverings 2024 in Atlanta. The lounge, designed as a lively hub open to all Coverings attendees, will unite influential leaders, emerging voices and prominent women’s organizations across the industry. The inclusive space will serve as a catalyst for cultivating valuable relationships, exchanging progressive ideas, celebrating achievements and exploring new pathways to success, all while empowering women in tile, stone and flooring.
The Galvanize Lounge at Coverings 2025 is supported by National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC) Greater Orlando, Women of the Flooring Business, Women in Tile, Women in Stone, Women in the Floorcovering Industry (WIFI), Women’s Alliance of Greater Orlando Builders Association (GOBA), and Women Who Rock.
Mindfulness workshops will return to both the Galvanize and Coverings lounges, hosted by Gianna Vallefuoco, an artist, National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) Five Star contractor and mindfulness teacher with Vallefuoco Contractors LLC. Showgoers will explore the science of thriving, develop resilience, learn practical techniques for maintaining mental fitness in the workplace, and more.
The Distributor Lounge (South Hall, Room 230A), sponsored by the Ceramic Tile Distributors Association (CTDA) and North American Association of Floor Covering Distributors (NAFCD) is also returning, providing tile, stone and flooring distributors with a dedicated place to relax and recharge.
The Artisan Showcase (Booth #4412) will return to showcase the beauty of handmade art and specialty tiles from local and regional artisans. Showgoers can create their own custom mosaic tile coasters using products from exhibitors each morning, and watch skilled artisans bring old-world techniques to life through live demonstrations each afternoon. The showcase will also highlight concept boards from Art Tile Village exhibitors, providing an up-close look at one-of-a-kind designs and their talented creators.
Coverings 2025’s three interactive show floor stages will provide attendees with access to knowledge and innovation across a wide range of topics, including emerging trends, practical solutions and live “how-to” installation demonstrations.
- The Installation Innovation Stage (Booth #7863) will feature interactive technical tutorials led by NTCA and TCNA members, showing attendees how to install a wide variety of new products and learn techniques to make tile and stone installations more successful. Visitors will receive practical training and critical insights into new materials, industry standards, methods and best practices for delivering superior installations.
- The Trends & Solutions Stage (Booth #4300), centrally located in The Coverings Lounge, will provide in-depth insights regarding the latest product trends and solutions in tile and stone. Exhibitors and industry professionals will deliver short, impactful presentations on new product innovations, business solutions and emerging trends.
- The Fabricator Stage (Booth #4494), in collaboration with the International Surface Fabricators Association (ISFA), Natural Stone Institute (NSI) and Rockheads Group, will deliver targeted, high-energy presentations on cutting-edge stone and fabrication techniques from industry-leading fabricators. Happy hours at the Fabricator Stage will begin at 3:30 p.m. each day, April 29-May 1.
The Stone Fabricator’s Alliance (SFA) Cage (Booth #3691) will return to Coverings 2025 as a key gathering spot for fabricators and other stone professionals. This skill-building area will host daily demonstrations on a variety of fabrication techniques, including working with and fabricating large-format tiles and the increasingly popular gauged porcelain panels. SFA Cage visitors can network, sharpen their skills, stay ahead of trends, and connect with fellow fabricators during happy hours with a keg, beginning at 3:30 p.m., April 29-May 1.
A variety of guided and self-paced show floor tours will be available to Coverings 2025 attendees, providing accessible opportunities to discover some of the latest products and innovations shaping the tile and stone industry.
The highly acclaimed Contractor Tours will make their return to Coverings, presenting contractors, installers, retailers, distributors and specifiers with a firsthand look at advanced tools, equipment and allied products throughout the exhibit hall. These one-hour guided tours, hosted by NTCA members, will depart from the Coverings Lounge at 11 a.m., April 29-May 1, and are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Coverings will also introduce a Contractor Tour en Español for the first time, offering Spanish-speaking professionals a dedicated opportunity to engage directly with exhibitors. NTCA’s Angie Weber will lead the tour on April 30, 3-4 p.m., departing from The Coverings Lounge. Spots are limited, so early arrival is recommended.
Stone professionals can take part in the Fabricator Trends Tour: New and Innovative Products from the Marketplace, led by Tony Malisani, owner of Malisani Inc. This specialized tour will guide attendees through the latest technology and fabrication solutions, concluding with a networking happy hour at the Fabricator Stage. The tour is scheduled for April 30, 3-4 p.m.
Coverings is also offering Audio Tours, available in both English and Spanish, for a self-guided way to explore the show floor. Participants can take in the exhibit hall at their own pace, choosing from four curated tour options aligned with Coverings’ core themes: “Health & Wellness,” “Sustainability,” “Outdoor Spaces” and “Timeless Luxury.” Each tour highlights key exhibitors and noteworthy displays, enabling attendees to personalize their experiences based on their specific interests.
For more information, visit the Coverings website.
