2015 Coverings Show Has Growth on Both Sides of the Aisle

Coverings tile and stone exhibition reported increased attendance and exhibitor numbers for its 2015 show in Orlando. More than 25,000 industry professionals were at the week-long expo. There was a 10 percent increase in attendance over the 2014 show in Las Vegas and a 12 percent increase from 2012, when Coverings was last held in Orlando. Attendee increases were seen in all major categories: fabricators, contractors & installers, retailers and architects & designers. The show also experienced a increase in the number of exhibitors. In total, Coverings hosted 1,094 exhibitors from 41 countries. Exhibit space covered 440,000 net sq.-ft., which was an 18 percent increase in floor space from last year. Coverings 2016 will be held April 18 to 21 at McCormick Place in Chicago.