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TORLYS at TISE: Celebrating 35 Years!

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Discover the TORLYS S.M.A.R.T. Advantage at Booth 947.

TORONTO, ON – January 2023 – TORLYS, a global flooring company specializing in beautiful, responsible flooring solutions, is gearing up to celebrate its 35th milestone anniversary by showcasing its latest flooring innovations and continued commitment to Making Flooring Better at the International Surface Event (TISE).

Preview of TORLYS Surfaces booth

Held January 31st to February 2nd at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, Booth #947 centers around the TORLYS S.M.A.R.T. Advantage- which simplifies flooring by creating 1 simple solution across 5 flooring categories. To help tell this story are the featured attractions- two stunning staircases leading to giant interactive Smart Phones that show captivating video proofs on TORLYS S.M.A.R.T. Advantage.

The perimeter of the booth is divided into four key quadrants, each focused on a specific Smart Floor Category – Vinyl, Hardwood, Laminate and Naturals (Cork & Leather).  Take a tour through the world of premium flooring solutions, guided by 1 overarching story of features and benefits that are applicable across each category of Smart Floors. Also being introduced this year is TORLYS Smart Trims, a “spin off” of TORLYS Smart Floors, offering premium, waterproof and staircase solutions.

Along the back wall is the TORLYS Innovation timeline, where visitors can look back at where it all started in 1988 and follow along the journey as TORLYS paved the way in flooring design to become a trusted flooring leader for 35 years (and counting).

“TORLYS turned 35 in January 2023, and we are thrilled to kick-off our anniversary celebrations at Surfaces,” said Peter Barretto, TORLYS President & CEO, adding, “The past three years during the pandemic have challenged all of us, but our TORLYS Team along with our Manufacturing Partners have risen to the occasion to provide exceptional support to our valued customers.  Together, we are ready, willing, and able to take on and grow regardless of whatever this recessionary year has in store.”

As part of this special milestone, TORLYS is hosting a private in-booth cocktail party February 1st to celebrate with its valued dealers and manufacturing partners.

ABOUT TISE

The largest North American floor covering, stone, and tile industry event and is THE industry marketplace for buyers, specifiers, and influencers to source products, gain design inspiration and develop their businesses.

ABOUT TORLYS

Headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, TORLYS is a global flooring company that specializes in providing beautiful, responsible flooring solutions. TORLYS has been creating and delivering innovative flooring solutions to homeowners, builders, and property managers, using the latest technologies for 35 years and counting.

For further information, contact:

Leah Robinson, Digital Marketing & Communications Manager

Email: Leah.Robinson@torlys.com Phone: 905-696-2399

TORLYS Celebrates 35 Years at IDS

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Participate in milestone anniversary and see latest innovations at Booth 626 at the Interior Design Show. 

TORONTO, ON – January 2023 – TORLYS, a global flooring company specializing in beautiful, responsible flooring solutions, is excited to commemorate 35 years in business by showcasing its eye-catching design-focused booth that centers around new product innovations at the Canadian design show of the year- IDS!

TORLYs Booth design for IDS

Held January 19th to 22nd at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, TORLYS Booth #626 aligns perfectly with this year’s Interior Design Show theme of “Moving Parts- Design for a Complex World”, as the spectacular booth demonstrates TORLYS ongoing commitment to adapting to trends and paving the way in flooring design.

“This year we teamed up with Michael Krus of TACT Design to create an engaging booth design, featuring a wide range of TORLYS products across 5 different flooring categories and a celebration of our big 35th,” said Cam Bowen, VP of Sales, Builder/Hospitality, North America at TORLYS, adding, “We are thrilled to start off the celebrations of this exciting anniversary by connecting with our A&D community, and showcasing why TORLYS continues to be the trusted leader in flooring- from beautiful aesthetics, to service and expertise.”

As part of the 35th milestone, the TORLYS Team will be handing out $100 Rebate Coupons on the consumer days to use towards any purchase of TORLYS floors. Be sure to snap a selfie under the neon sign on the cozy leather bench and tag TORLYS using hashtag #TORLYS35.

TORLYS IDS Rebate coupon

 

ABOUT IDS THEME- MOVING PARTS

At IDS 2023, visitors will experience the Moving Parts of the design world: products incorporating sustainable materials and components, designs adapting to how humans want to live and interact now, and work resulting from reinvented manufacturing.

ABOUT TORLYS

Headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, TORLYS is a global flooring company that specializes in providing beautiful, responsible flooring solutions. TORLYS has been creating and delivering innovative flooring solutions to homeowners, builders, and property managers, using the latest technologies for 35 years and counting.

For further information, contact:

Leah Robinson, Digital Marketing & Communications Manager

Email: Leah.Robinson@torlys.com Phone: 905-696-2399

TORLYS is Assure Certified™ for WPC Vinyl

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TORLYS EverWood™ & EverTile™ collections reach highest standards.

Assure Certified logoTORONTO, ON – December 2022 – TORLYS, a global flooring company specializing in beautiful, responsible flooring solutions, is proud to share that the entire TORLYS EverWood™ & TORLYS EverTile™ waterproof vinyl lines have been classified as ASSURE CERTIFIED™, the esteemed quality certification for Rigid Core Vinyl Flooring.

To achieve this accreditation, TORLYS EverWood™ & TORLYS EverTile™ collections were tested to ensure they adhere to the highest standards for indoor air quality, rigorous performance, and are free of heavy metals and ortho-phthalates. TORLYS RigidWood™ & RigidTile™ previously achieved this certification, so rest assured TORLYS vinyl flooring has met the highest standard.

With an aim of establishing uniform standards of quality for all rigid core luxury vinyl flooring products sold in North America, regardless of where they are manufactured, this new certification from the Resilient Floor Covering Institute (RFCI) and operated by SCS Global Services, requires products meet to demanding standards for safety, quality, and performance.

“We are very pleased to have reached this certification level, as it has always been our goal to offer consumers flooring that meets the highest standards, says Stephen Caldow, Product Innovation Director at TORLYS. “TORLYS is a proud and committed member of RFCI and as such, we are dedicated to innovation, quality and sustainability best practices for all our resilient products.”

Luxury vinyl flooring is quickly gaining popularity across North America.  Given the large number of companies, products, and technologies in the category, it is easy for shoppers to become confused.  TORLYS pursued this certification to help consumers understand their options and provide them with peace of mind.

Browse all our ASSURE CERTIFIED™ vinyl flooring here.

ABOUT RESILIENT FLOOR COVERING INSTITUTE (RFCI)

RFCI is an industry trade association of leading resilient flooring manufacturers and suppliers of raw materials, additives, and sundry flooring products for the North American market. The Institute was established to support the interests of the total resilient floor covering industry – as well as the people and communities that use its products. Resilient Floor Covering Institute membership includes the largest, manufacturers in the resilient flooring industry.

About TORLYS

Headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, TORLYS is a global flooring company that specializes in providing beautiful, responsible flooring solutions. TORLYS has been creating and delivering innovative flooring solutions to homeowners, builders, and property managers, using the latest technologies for nearly 35 years and counting.

For further information, contact:

Leah Robinson, Manager, Digital Marketing & Communications

Email: Leah.Robinson@torlys.com Phone: 905-696-2399

TORLYS’ Cam Bowen & Sun-Brite’s Benny Caringi win BILD “Member of the Year”

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Longtime business partners honoured with award.

Cam and Benny receiving the BILD Award

TORONTO, ON – December 2022 – TORLYS, a global flooring company specializing in beautiful, responsible flooring solutions and Sun-Brite, a leader in window décor and design solutions since 1973, are proud to announce that two of its senior members received the prestigious BILD “Member of the Year” award.

With roughly 600 people in attendance at the recent BILD Chairs Dinner, TORLYS VP of Sales for Builder & Hospitality Cam Bowen, alongside Sun-Brite President Benny Caringi were called to the stage to receive the special recognition. The two were praised for going above and beyond as longstanding BILD Members, along with exceptional volunteerism for their efforts hosting events for Hats On for Awareness, a charity with a mission to raise funds to further the reach of mental health programs.

“It is such an honor to receive such a special award from our peers whom we have so much respect for in the best industry second to none!”, said Caringi, adding, “We will continue to be a part of BILD as we have built so many amazing friendships and relationships, and we look forward to many more memories and events bringing people together and making every day count!”

The Building Industry and Land Development Association (BILD) is the voice of the home building, residential and non-residential land development, and professional renovation industries in the Greater Toronto Area. Click to see the award presentation video, presented by Chair of BILD Jason Sheldon.

ABOUT TORLYS

Headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, TORLYS is a global flooring company that specializes in providing beautiful, responsible flooring solutions. TORLYS has been creating and delivering innovative flooring solutions to homeowners, builders, and property managers, using the latest technologies for 35 years and counting.

ABOUT SUN-BRITE

Sun-Brite provides cutting-edge window décor and design solutions since 1973. Sun-Brite provides an exceptional experience that seeks to understand the unique needs of its clients.

For further information, contact: Leah Robinson, Digital Marketing & Communications Manager

Email: Leah.Robinson@torlys.com Phone: 905-696-2399

Product Innovation Director Joins TORLYS

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TORLYS welcomes Stephen Caldow with over 20 years in product marketing & development.

New Product Innovation Director Stephen Caldow

TORONTO, ON – Oct 2022 – TORLYS, a global flooring company specializing in beautiful, responsible flooring solutions, announced that Stephen Caldow has joined the team as Product Innovation Director as part of the continued investment in its product development division.

Steve joined the TORLYS Team October 3rd with the focus to lead the Product Innovation Department along with the responsibility for all aspects of TORLYS product portfolio. With experience in international product management and marketing, Steve is a data-driven marketer who has spent the past two decades of his career developing innovative products, strategically leveraging product portfolios to drive sales growth, building brands, and leading global teams.

“Steve’s experienced background along with his collaborative and analytical approach is an exciting addition to the TORLYS Team,” said TORLYS CEO Peter Barretto. “We are committed to investing in the right people, and we are confident that his vast skillsets and passion for product will make him a strong asset to our team.”

Steve is a graduate of The University of British Columbia where he completed a Bachelor of Arts, International Relations, German. He continued his education at Schulich School of Business- York University where he obtained an International MBA, Strategic Management, International Business.

About TORLYS:

Headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, TORLYS is a global flooring company that specializes in making smarter floors to bring more value to the world. TORLYS has been creating and delivering innovative flooring solutions to homeowners, builders, and property managers, using the latest technologies since 1988.

For further information, contact:

Leah Robinson, Digital Marketing & Communications Manager

Email: Leah.Robinson@torlys.com Phone: 905-696-2399

Welcoming Business Development Manager

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Experienced account manager David Vuong joins the TORLYS Western sales team.

New Business Development Manager, David Vuong

TORONTO, ON – July 2022 – TORLYS, a global flooring company specializing in beautiful, responsible flooring solutions, announced today that it is continuing to make investments in its sales force and expand coverage with the recent addition of a senior sales position in the Western division.

The company welcomed David Vuong to the TORLYS Sales Team in the role of Business Development Manager – Western Canada. Backed by over a decade of account management experience working with designers, builders, and retail, David also brings 13 years of experience working with tile and natural stone and most recently, 5 years in the engineered quartz industry.

Residing in Vancouver, BC, David will be focusing on the Western Regional Marketplace and supporting the Territory Managers to grow the Builder, Developer, Property Management channels of the business.

“David is goal-driven and comes with a proven track record of driving new business and increasing revenue, and we look forward to him bringing a fresh perspective to our team,” said Jon Nimmo, Regional Sales Director for BC & Alberta. “We are committed to investing in the right people, which supports our goal of delivering the best innovation and service to our partners in all channels of this exciting industry.”

About TORLYS:

Headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, TORLYS is a global flooring company that specializes in making smarter floors to bring more value to the world. TORLYS has been creating and delivering innovative flooring solutions to homeowners, builders, and property managers, using the latest technologies since 1988.

For further information, contact:

Leah Robinson, Digital Marketing & Communications Manager

Email: Leah.Robinson@torlys.com Phone: 905-696-2399

TORLYS is still a Great Place to Work®!

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Positive team feedback on workplace culture leads to second certification.

Great Place to Work Certification Badge May 2022

TORONTO, ON – May 2022 – TORLYS, a global flooring company specializing in beautiful, responsible flooring solutions is proud to announce that they have once again been certified as a Great Place to Work® after a thorough, independent analysis conducted by Great Place to Work Institute® Canada. This certification is based on direct feedback from employees, provided as part of an extensive and anonymous survey about their workplace experience.

“TORLYS first and foremost priority are our TORLYS TeamMates, unconventionally, even higher than customers.  By doing so, TORLYS TeamMates treat customers in kind making them their #1 priority” said Peter Barretto, TORLYS President & CEO. “Receiving this certification for a second year in row from our TORLYS TeamMates validates that we are consistently living up to our stated top priority.”

Nancy Fonseca, Senior Vice President of Great Place to Work® Canada, says that a great workplace is about the level of trust that employees experience in their leaders, the level of pride they have in their jobs, and the extent to which they enjoy their colleagues. “Our data shows that great workplaces benefit from stronger financial performance, reduced turnover, and better customer satisfaction than their peers. What’s more, work environments with trust at the foundation are ripe for innovation, agility, resilience, and efficiency,” Fonseca said.

Are you interested in learning more about TORLYS work culture or considering joining the team? Visit our Careers Page to see current opportunities or visit TORLYS LinkedIn page.

About Great Place to Work®: 

Great Place to Work is the global authority on high-trust, high-performance workplace cultures. Through proprietary assessment tools, advisory services, and certification programs, Great Place to Work recognizes Canada’s Best Workplaces in a series of national lists including those published by The Globe & Mail (Canada) and Fortune magazine (USA). Great Place to Work provides the benchmarks, framework, and expertise needed to create, sustain, and recognize outstanding workplace cultures.

About TORLYS:

Headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, TORLYS is a global flooring company that specializes in making smarter floors to bring more value to the world. TORLYS has been creating and delivering innovative flooring solutions to homeowners, builders, and property managers, using the latest technologies since 1988.

For further information, contact:

Leah Robinson, Digital Marketing & Promotions Manager

Email: Leah.Robinson@torlys.com Phone: 905-696-2399

Marquee Floors launches Ocean Collection

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New water-resistant laminate features all over texturing.

TORONTO, ON – April 2022 – TORLYS, a global flooring company specializing in beautiful, responsible flooring solutions, announced today the expansion of the Marquee Floors by TORLYS laminate program with the launch of the first water resistant laminate; Ocean.Marquee Ocean launch graphic

This new collection features natural all-over texturing and a contemporary, on-trend colour pallet. The 2mm attached pad provides additional comfort and sound insulation as well as easier and faster installation. The AC4 wear layer ensures long-lasting performance in both residential and commercial settings.

In addition to this new collection, the Marquee Laminate collection, Shore, will now feature all over texturing on all SKUs as well as the new 1clic2go pure drop lock system. The same stunning colour palette continues to be available. Explore more on Marquee Floors by TORLYS laminate offerings HERE.

ABOUT TORLYS

Headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, TORLYS is a global flooring company that specializes in providing beautiful, responsible flooring solutions. TORLYS has been creating and delivering innovative flooring solutions to homeowners, builders and property managers, using the latest technologies for 34 years and counting.

For further information, contact:

Leah Robinson, Digital Marketing & Promotions Manager

Email: Leah.Robinson@torlys.com Phone: 905-696-2399

Discover TORLYS Everest XP at IDS 2022!

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Revolutionary natural and waterproof hardwood featured at Booth 632

TORONTO, ON – April 2022 – TORLYS, a global flooring company specializing in beautiful, responsible flooring solutions, is gearing up to showcase its newest product innovation, TORLYS EverestXP Hardwood, at the 24th annual Interior Design Show, held April 7 to 10 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre.

Discover TORLYS Everest XP hardwood at IDS 22

With Xtreme Performance along with an unmatched look, construction, and strength, TORLYS EverestXP revolutionizes natural hardwood floors. Dubbed “The Pinnacle of Hardwood”, TORLYS EverestXP collections offer waterproof surface technology and are made from 100% natural materials. This hardwood includes more design possibilities with various wood species in wider, longer, and cleaner grade planks that deliver a lifetime of unparalleled performance without sacrificing the beauty of natural wood.

“We are excited to share this much anticipated hardwood line that provides a lifetime of unparalleled performance without sacrificing the beauty of natural wood with our trade partners and consumers at the Interior Design Show,” said Cam Bowen, VP of Sales, Builder/Hospitality, North America at TORLYS, adding, “EverestXP offers a combination of benefits never seen before and they really speak to TORLYS ongoing commitment to delivering the best product innovations in this exciting industry.”

Launched in March 2022, TORLYS EverestXP is now available for purchase, and the team will be giving out $100 Rebate Coupons at booth #632 to use towards any purchase of TORLYS floors.

ABOUT TORLYS

Headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, TORLYS is a global flooring company that specializes in providing beautiful, responsible flooring solutions. TORLYS has been creating and delivering innovative flooring solutions to homeowners, builders and property managers, using the latest technologies for 34 years and counting.

For further information, contact:

Leah Robinson, Digital Marketing & Promotions Manager

Email: Leah.Robinson@torlys.com Phone: 905-696-2399

TORLYS Introduces Everest XP & Cork XP

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Smarter Design. Better Performance. More Sustainable.

TORONTO, ON – February 2022 – TORLYS, a global flooring company specializing in beautiful, responsible flooring solutions, announced today the launch of TORLYS XP Collections– Xtreme Performance 100% natural and waterproof hardwood and cork flooring with unmatched look, construction, and strength.

Front hallway with TORLYS Everest XP Elite hardwood floors in Maple Natural

The latest TORLYS innovation revolutionizes natural hardwood floors. Dubbed “The Pinnacle of Hardwood”, TORLYS EverestXP Hardwood collections offer waterproof surface technology for installation in any residential or commercial space.  Made from 100% natural materials, EverestXP offers more design possibilities with various wood species in wider, longer, and cleaner grade planks that deliver a lifetime of unparalleled performance without sacrificing the beauty of natural wood.

Now get ready to re-imagine natural cork flooring and “Walk on Air” with TORLYS CorkXP program- one of the most sustainable flooring options available with Xtreme Performance technology in traditional, modern, and even HD printed wood grain visuals. Made from 100% natural materials and sourced from responsibly managed forests, CorkXP is one of the most sustainable flooring options available.

Using cutting-edge printing technology to create the beauty of hardwood, the durability of laminate, and the comfort of cork, TORLYS CorkWoodXP collections are the best of all worlds when it comes to flooring.

“These collections offer a combination of benefits never seen before and they really speak to TORLYS ongoing commitment to delivering the best product innovation to our partners in this exciting industry.” said Derek Brooks, Senior VP of Sales & Business Development, at TORLYS.

ABOUT TORLYS

Headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, TORLYS is a global flooring company that specializes in providing beautiful, responsible flooring solutions. TORLYS has been creating and delivering innovative flooring solutions to homeowners, builders and property managers, using the latest technologies for 34 years and counting.

For further information, contact:

Leah Robinson, Digital Marketing & Promotions Manager

Email: Leah.Robinson@torlys.com Phone: 905-696-2399

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