Coverings Stages​: Where Innovation Takes Center Stage

Learn From The Pros

Experience the industry’s most dynamic moments at the stages on the Coverings show floor. In 2026, our stages will showcase an exciting lineup of educational opportunities—from expert Q&A panels and live demonstrations to hands-on interactive sessions—all included with your registration.

Discover live “how-to” classes, emerging trends, practical solutions, and cutting-edge content that highlights the latest innovations in tile and stone products, installation techniques, and business strategies.

Coverings Stages

Installation Innovation Stage

Central Hall, Booth 4676

Get hands on and dive into the details! These live demonstrations allow attendees to see exactly how to install a wide variety of new products and learn techniques to make tile and stone installation more successful. Visit each day and learn from the pros about new materials, industry standards, methods, and best practices for delivering superior tile installation. One of the most popular features at Coverings, demonstrations will be delivered by NTCA staff and TCNA members.

Fabricator Stage

Central Hall, Booth 7675

Discover what’s shaping the future of stone and fabrication through dynamic presentations from industry experts. Curated in partnership with the Natural Stone Institute (NSI) and Latin American Fabricators Network (LAFN), this programming tackles the challenges and opportunities that matter most to tile and stone fabricators—giving you practical insights to grow your business and elevate your next project.

The learning doesn’t stop when the sessions end. Join us for happy hour in the afternoon to continue the conversations and connect with fellow fabricators over drinks.

Coverings Stages

Artisan Showcase

Central Hall, Booth 4721

Art tile makers and artisans will demonstrate all the steps that are required to create one-of-a-kind, hand-made tile. From pre-mounting techniques for installation, hand forming/cutting, decorating, glazing, and painting, stop by this area to learn all about this unique craft.

Coverings Stages