As The Tile Turns

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Floor tile doesn't have to be boring. Step into the world of luxury at our Edwards showroom, where we invite you to embark on a mesmerizing journey and walk through some of our favorite decorative mosaic floor tile options that are simply irresistible. Immerse yourself in the beauty and elegance of six unique designs that will leave you in awe. From the intricate patterns of Ombré Grey Stone to the enchanting allure of Casablanca, each tile is a work of art that will transform any space into a m

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 21, 2023

FCNews reveals the winners of its third annual FCNnovation Awards—an initiative designed to recognize and showcase some of the most innovative new products and technologies launched in the current year. These awards honor groundbreaking ideas and industry-changing concepts that have the potential to impact the way flooring is manufactured, promoted and sold.

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Garden State Tile Blog

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Explore our most stunning tile collections of 2023. Discover the beautiful textures and colors of natural travertine reproduced in durable, easy-care porcelain. PERUGIA PORCELAIN TILE Browse Perugia Imagine the sun skittering upon the surface of the ocean and a gentle sea breeze. Let Miramar ceramic tile take you there! MIRAMAR WALL TILE Browse Miramar Vantage porcelain tile gives the feeling of the hazy, dreamlike mood of Impressionistic paintings, setting it apart from all other porcelains.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the house We were celebrating Marquis’ purchase of Harris and Kraus. The stockings were hung by the chimney with care In hopes that ad dollars would soon be there. The FCNews team nestled all snug in their beds, While nightmares of late nights danced in their heads. Megan in her kerchief and Reggie in his cap, Wondering how many more years they’d have to put up with this crap.

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Giotile

DECEMBER 21, 2023

As this year comes to a close, we’d like to highlight our top 10 products of ’23. So many great new products launched this year, but here are the ones that we feel are “best in class.” As always, feel free to reach out to us for complimentary samples (free to the trade). Best New Outdoor … The post GIO’s Top 10 in ’23!

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Calhoun, Ga.—Mohawk Group, a leading innovator in commercial flooring and design , is set to redefine the showroom experience with its move to the heart of Chicago’s Fulton Market Design District. This change, slated for fall 2024, not only promises an immersive journey for its customers but also fosters connection and sparks creativity within the district’s collaborative community. “Beyond a showroom, Mohawk Group’s new home at 811 W.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Every two weeks, FCNews seeks out flooring retailers across the country to offer their advice on hot topics of the day. This week, we asked: Do you have procedures in place to prevent a cyberattack? Here are their responses: “Several years ago, we discontinued the use of onsite servers and moved our data to various cloud services. Most cloud services have redundancies in place—such as multiple levels of antivirus and malware protections—to greatly reduce the chance of a successful cyberatt

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Dalton—Shaw Industries will be kicking off the 2024 markets season next month, elevating the event with an emphasis on education, training and brand immersion. Residential customers will have the chance to actively engage in a series of training sessions designed to foster meaningful connections. These sessions are crafted to not only deepen the understanding of Shaw’s residential product offerings and brands but also to elevate the consumer experience.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 21, 2023

As we approach the start of a new year, I reflect with pride on the FCEF’s remarkable achievements and milestones attained throughout this year, on behalf of the floor covering industry. The inaugural Accredited Basic Floor Covering Installation Program marked a significant milestone as GNTC proudly graduated its first Fl41 Flooring Technician class, with each student earning 12 college credits.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Every two weeks, FCNews seeks out flooring retailers across the country to offer their advice on hot topics of the day. This week, we asked: What area of your business outperformed expectations in 2023? Here are their responses: “Main Street commercial has been our most pleasant surprise. We did a lot of projects ranging from church remodels, office spaces and even the famous Lewis & Clark Riverboat.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Flooring retailers like Raffi Sarmazian of Sarmazian Brothers Flooring forecasts an improving economic climate as interest rates decline. F looring retailers are gearing up for a new calendar year in much the same manner as they did a year ago: with some trepidation about the economy but ready to seize opportunities wherever they may arise. That approach served dealers well in 2023 as they adroitly navigated around and through an obstacle course of inflation, high interest rates and slowing reta

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 21, 2023

LaGrange, Ga.—The Resilient Floor Covering Institute (RFCI) recently added a new continuing education course to its online curriculum that educates on the certification, declarations and eco-labels for sustainability and health and wellness. The addition of this course makes a total of four now available. Titled “Resilient Flooring: Verified & Certified,” this AIA, IDCEC and GBCI accredited course from RFCI’s online curriculum is designed to help anyone involved in specifying or sellin

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Manchester, N.H.— For the fourth year in a row, CCA Global Partners’ in-house training team—CCA Global University—has been honored as an Apex Award winner by Training magazine. The Apex Award is more than just another accolade that CCA Global University can add to its long line of successes; it’s a symbol of its dedication to pushing boundaries and setting new standards in the ever-evolving landscape of professional development.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 21, 2023

John Cravey Dalton—Shaw Commercial shared that John Cravey will be moving to a newly appointed role of vice president of business development for commercial. This role will be focused on identifying, evaluating and recommending accelerated, profitable growth opportunities for the commercial business and brands, Shaw Contract and Patcraft. Cravey has been with Shaw for close to 38 years.

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