About this expo
Coverings is recognized as the leading international trade fair and exposition dedicated to ceramic tile and natural stone in North America. This significant event serves as a central gathering point for the North American tile and stone industry, attracting professionals globally to discover new products and innovative concepts.
The exhibition floor features a comprehensive array of ceramic tile, natural stone, and related products. Specific exhibit sectors include porcelain tile, mosaics, installation tools, adhesives, grouts, machinery for cutting and polishing, environmental products, business software, and freight services. The show also includes specialized areas such as the Stone Zone for natural stone and a dedicated section for machinery and allied products.
The event draws a diverse professional audience, including distributors, retailers, stone fabricators, contractors, installers, architects, designers, builders, remodelers, specifiers, manufacturers, suppliers, and real estate developers. In 2025, attendees included 49% distributors, 16% retailers, and 13% contractors/installers. Data from 2025 also indicates that 76% of attendees are involved in specifying or approving the purchase of materials or equipment.
Highlights
5 items- Largest international ceramic tile and natural stone trade fair in North America.
- Nearly 1,100 exhibitors (2024) and 25,000 industry professionals (2024).
- AUMA listed.
- Held at the Orange County Convention Center, Orlando, United States.
- Features educational conference sessions, Coverings Stages, CID Awards, and the Coverings Rock Stars program.
FAQ
5 questionsWhen and where does Coverings 2027 take place?+
Coverings 2027 will be held from April 6-9, 2027, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, United States.
Who organizes Coverings?+
The event is organized by Taffy Event Strategies.
What industries and products are covered at Coverings?+
Coverings focuses on the ceramic tile and natural stone industry, showcasing products such as ceramic tile, porcelain tile, natural stone slabs, mosaics, installation tools, adhesives, grouts, machinery, environmental products, business software, and freight services.
How can I attend or exhibit at Coverings?+
Coverings is open to professionals. Information regarding attendance registration is available on the official website, Coverings.com/registration-information.
What are the practical participation details for Coverings?+
Registration for attendees can be complimentary during early bird periods. An advance registration fee of $49 applies during a later period, and onsite registration costs $49 online or $99 in person. Non-Exhibiting Manufacturers (NEMs) can register at a flat rate of $299. Press and students are eligible for complimentary registration. The submission deadline for the Call for Presentations for Coverings 2027 is August 7, 2026.