The Emser Story

Established in 1968, Emser Tile, headquartered in Los Angeles, has become the leading supplier of the world’s finest tile and natural stone. Through our international production network and product development expertise, we offer a myriad of possibilities that help dealers, homebuilders, commercial builders, contractors, architects and designers bring their ideas to life. Emser products are frequently used in residential and commercial projects throughout the United States including the following: homes, condominiums, apartment buildings, hotels, malls and educational facilities. Although Emser has grown rapidly in response to changing trends and technology, our dedication to outstanding quality and service has remained as strong as ever.
Corporate Office:
8431 Santa Monica Boulevard
Los Angeles, California 90069
Phone: 323-650-2000
Fax: 323-654-3190
E-mail: info@emser.com

The Emser Difference

Production Network
Emser’s production network brings the latest global trends and innovation to our customers’ doorsteps. Built over three decades, our expansive capacity translates into vast selection and immediate distribution. With Emser, customers have quick access to unique and, in many cases, first-to-market products.

Selection
Emser is the fashion leader in glazed ceramic tile, porcelain tile and natural stone products. We offer the latest colors, finishes and textures, accompanied by a broad assortment of coordinating trim and accent pieces. Our extensive in stock product lines consisting of over 2700 skus, supported by sales offices and distribution centers across the nation, allow our customers to fill their floor, wall and countertop tile needs with one convenient source. See our On-Line Showroom for more details.

Service
Emser’s services are tailored to customers’ specialized needs. We offer exclusive programs that help dealers, homebuilders, commercial builders, contractors, architects and designers exceed the expectations of their customers, while keeping projects on schedule and within budget. Our experienced team assists with the entire process from material specification and selection through scheduling of delivery. We also provide complete merchandising, marketing and product knowledge support to ensure the success of each project.
Value
Emser is committed to maximize the value we deliver to each customer. The Emser team is constantly developing, sourcing and refining in order to provide the best products at the best value.
Home Builder

With over 30 years of experience working with leading residential homebuilders and contractors, Emser has the expertise to meet all their specialized requirements. We tailor our services to ensure optimal results from product selection and specification through project completion.

Emser also understands the needs of homebuyers. From aesthetic to practical considerations, the tile or stone products a homebuyer chooses has everything to do with their individual lifestyle. Floors, countertops, and walls affect the character of a space profoundly. Natural stone can permeate warmth or a monumental quality, while tile can add lively rhythm and texture. To ensure that homebuyers will be completely satisfied with their living spaces, our product development department provides a vast selection of design trends that fit virtually every preference.

Endless Possibilities
Emser offers the broad selection that enables homebuilders to achieve the styles their customers envision. Many of our materials are designed to coordinate with each other in texture, color and style and come in a variety of sizes. We also offer a wide range of coordinating border listellos. Emser supplies all the products that meet these important criteria, including porcelain tile, granite, marble, slate, travertine, onyx, and limestone.
Value
We are committed to offering quality products and services at affordable prices.

Design Center Support
Emser offers an array of services to homebuilders that increase product knowledge, enhance product displays, and maximize the overall value offered to their customers. Our product support programs include:
• Local Sales Representatives: Emser’s representatives are always available to develop partnership programs with homebuilders and introduce the latest products.
• Marketing Programs: Emser will help design centers develop marketing and merchandising strategies tailored to their particular needs and target markets.
• Samples and Sample Approval Program: Emser provides samples for convenient selection and approval.
• Model Home Program: We partner with homebuilders to effectively install and showcase Emser products in model homes.
• Formal/CustomTraining Programs: We provide product knowledge training programs that address important topics ranging from product selection to maintenance.
Project Support
Emser is committed to help builders, designers and architects meet their unique design objectives while completing projects on time and within budget. Emser provides many resources necessary for project success, including:
• Custom Job Packing: Emser can secure orders and have them ready in advance to ensure smooth progress on all residential projects.
DESIGNER

With over 30 years of experience in the industry, Emser knows what a challenge it can be to find the right look and feel for your client. We’re here to help. Emser has the expertise to meet all their specialized requirements.

Emser also understands the needs of your clients. From aesthetic to practical considerations, the tile or stone products a client chooses has everything to do with their individual lifestyle. Floors, countertops, and walls affect the character of a space profoundly. Natural stone can permeate warmth or a monumental quality, while tile can add lively rhythm and texture. To ensure that homebuyers will be completely satisfied with their living spaces, our product development department provides a vast selection of design trends that fit virtually every preference.

 

Endless Possibilities
Emser offers the broad selection that enables designers and design centers to achieve the styles their clients envision. Many of our materials are designed to coordinate with each other in texture, color and style and come in any size imaginable. We also offer a wide range of coordinating and border listellos. Emser supplies all the products that meet these important criteria, including porcelain tile, granite, marble, slate, travertine, onyx, and limestone.

Value
We are committed to offering quality products and services at affordable prices.

Support
Emser offers an array of services to designers and design centers that increase product knowledge, enhance product displays, and maximize the overall value offered to their clients. Our product support programs include:
• Local Sales Representatives: Emser’s representatives are always available to assist you with your needs.
• Samples and Sample Approval Program: Emser assists you with samples and concept boards per your requirements.
• Showrooms: Emser showrooms are available for use at your convenience. We highly recommend the use of our showrooms as they provide immediate access to our full line of products. Our showrooms are decorated with vignettes and product installs to assist you in product selection.

Project Support
Emser is committed to help designers and design centers meet their unique design objectives while completing projects on time and within budget. Emser provides many resources necessary for project success, including:
• Custom Job Packing: Emser can secure orders and have them ready in advance to ensure smooth progress on all residential projects.

EMSER TILE GREEN FRIENDLY PROGRAM

As the leading supplier of the world’s finest tile and natural stone, Emser Tile’s products are frequently used in residential and commercial projects. Emser believes that it has a responsibility to protect the planet and its precious resources. Emser will continue to work closely with our suppliers and trade partners to ensure that they continue to adhere to improving their standards.

Emser’s Green Friendly Program
As a reminder of the preciousness of the environment, Emser’s Green Friendly Program is symbolized by a green leaf and the words “Green Friendly” right above it. The program consists of a systematic two-prong approach.

The first prong includes an effort by Emser and its trade partners to incorporate environmentally friendly practices wherever possible. The second prong includes driving a companywide program amongst Emser employees to incorporate environmentally friendly office practices.

Emser Tile’s Manufacturing and Distribution Processes
1.Emser Tile works with suppliers that recycle the maximum amount (3%) of material including unused powders back into raw bisque which then is utilized in making new tile products.

2.Understanding the importance of water conservation, Emser Tile works with suppliers that recycle and re-use water during the manufacturing process.

3. All glazes used in the production of ceramic and porcelain tile are water based and no solvents are used. This reduces the potential for emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) during the manufacturing process. Emser Tile requires that its factory partners reduce energy consumption during production and use natural gas to minimize air emissions.

4.Ceramic and porcelain tile is easy to clean without harsh chemicals. It is also resistant to chemicals. 5.Unlike other types of floor coverings, the longevity of ceramic, porcelain, and natural stone prevents frequent replacement.

6.Emser Tile has two strategically placed Distribution Centers and 56 Branch Offices throughout the United States. Having these multiple facilities allows us to maximize the volume of every truckload for the most efficient transportation of our products.

Emser Tile’s Companywide Conservation Efforts
Emser Tile has been working to reduce the environmental impact of our Corporate Headquarters and Branch Offices.

Some of our specific efforts include:
1.Recycling of cell phones, computers, and electronic equipment through our suppliers and a third party electronics recycling service provider.

2.Putting a priority on recycled content in our office supply purchases.

3.Recycling paper through a third party service provider that shreds and recycles the paper after shredding.

4.Use of auto turn on/shut off lights in our facilities. Employees are encouraged to turn off lights in meeting rooms when not in use, turn off computers before leaving for the evening, use electronic mail instead of paper wherever possible.

LEED certification
LEED stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. Established by the US Green Buildings Council (USGBC), it has gained widespread support in the commercial arena. “LEED certification provides independent, third-party verification that a building project meets the highest green building and performance measures. All certified projects receive a LEED plaque, which is the nationally recognized symbol demonstrating that a building is environmentally responsible, profitable and a healthy place to live and work.” www.usgbc.org.

Although an individual building product, such as ceramic and porcelain tile, cannot be LEED certified, it can help a finished building earn LEED credits. Emser Tile has several ceramic and porcelain tile series that are designed with LEED certification in mind.