Canāt wait for Surfaces 2023 to see the latest/greatest flooring introductions? Several industry suppliersĀ provided FCNews with a glimpse of whatās to come in the coming year.
Among the 2023 highlights? Mohawkās SmartStrand Color Wall; Caliās Windanseaāa collection of coastal inspiredĀ rigid core planks featuring sand, driftwood and sea stone colors made for easy, natural designs; andĀ Wellmadeās Ultimate Solution HDPC/SPC, its newest waterproof rigid core flooring collection.
AHF’s Armstrong Flooring
Stratamax Pr
Where toughness meets lasting beauty. StratamaxĀ Pro offers the best combination of RTG (Rip, Tear,Ā Gouge) and residual indent resistance. Built toughĀ for demanding environments, the productās ābounceĀ backā core means heavier yet common householdĀ objects wonāt cause the product to permanently indent.Ā Unlike other resilient sheet products that sacrificeĀ one attribute for another, Stratamax Pro wasĀ constructed to optimize product toughness withoutĀ sacrificing lasting beauty.
Anderson Tuftex
Moderne
Anderson Tuftexās new Signature styles feature aĀ proprietary Controlled Color Character innovation,Ā which works to create perfectly imperfect color variationsĀ on carpet products. Moderne, part of AndersonĀ Tuftexās Signature Pet Perfect collection, is a blend ofĀ all the best attributesāstructured yet casual; cleanĀ yet substantive; elegant yet unpretentious; contemporaryĀ yet timeless. Hence the name, Moderne is aĀ modern take on a woven parquet, creating stunningĀ and unique visuals. Moderne is available in 18 colorsĀ and features SoftBac Platinum.
Benchwick
Blue 11
Blue 11 is Benchwickās latest rigid-core offering, setĀ to debut in 2023. Blue 11 features a high-performanceĀ core derived from plastic bottles recoveredāthen recycledāfrom ocean waters. Beyond its clear environmentalĀ appeal, the core boasts improved stability andĀ impact/dent resistance over previous SPC iterationsĀ and offers direct-to-core digital printing for addedĀ realism.
Cali
Vinyl Windansea
Riding the success of existing Cali Vinyl collections,Ā Cali will soon be debuting Windanseaācoastal-inspiredĀ rigid core planks featuring sand, driftwood andĀ sea stone colors made for easy, natural designs. TheĀ Windansea collection will be launching along withĀ a custom beach-themed showroom display in earlyĀ 2023. The presentation will offer in-store customers aĀ shopping experience that feels fun, simple and uniqueĀ with on-trend colors that work in any home.
CFL
NaturTrend
NaturTrend is CFLās newest finish featuring ultra-matte looks that are consistent from any angleĀ and withstand all traffic conditionsāwith no compromiseĀ in performance. Designed with a wave structureĀ that deflects light, NaturTrend guards against the appearanceĀ of wear and tear over time. NaturTrend willĀ be featured with CFLās FirmFit and Novocore Q brandĀ flooring in 2023.
Dream Weaver
Suffolk
An update to the DW Select collection, Suffolk providesĀ a contemporary plaid pattern that is reminiscentĀ of a soft wool flannel. With its variable colorcombinations, tailored design and subtle linear striations,Ā Suffolk will complement any room of the home.
Made with Engineered Floorsā proprietary PureColorĀ fiber featuring TwistX technology, Suffolk will provideĀ the style and design customers desire, plus theĀ durability and stain resistance they expect.
i4F
Be-Lite
Be-Lite is a patented technology that significantlyĀ reduces the use of core SPC raw materials duringĀ the manufacturing process without compromisingĀ performance. Because SPC panels produced usingĀ Be-Lite are significantly lighter, it is less expensive toĀ produce and transport. Whatās more, it significantlyĀ improves the industryās carbon footprint while deliveringĀ cost savings to manufacturers. ExclusivelyĀ available via an i4F license, Be-Liteās thermoformingĀ technology uses up to 20% fewer raw materialsĀ during the manufacturing process.
Karastan
Belleluxe
On the path to become a complete luxury flooringĀ brand, Karastan is enhancing the BelleLuxe collection.Ā With 16 SKUs, BelleLuxe Waterproof Wood providesĀ high fashion at an accessible price point to helpĀ retail partners expand their market reach. FeaturingĀ Signature Technology, each plank captures the beautyĀ of natural hardwood with artistic precision, featuringĀ 64 layers of textured detail with 4x the resolutionĀ and over 1,000 color variations.
Mannington
CraftedEdge
Manningtonās design team worked tirelessly to developĀ a leading technology to elevate its new LVTĀ wood-look designs to the next level of realism; theĀ result was CraftedEdge, Manningtonās award-winningĀ technology that creates a chiseled, hand-crafted bevelĀ found on todayās most luxurious floors. Exclusive toĀ Mannington, CraftedEdge will be featured on selectĀ 2023 Adura Max, Adura Rigid and Adura Apex styles.
Mohawk
SmartStrand Color Wall
Mohawk is investing in the powerhouse product brandĀ with a state-of-the-art merchandising destination,Ā the SmartStrand Color Wall. Designed to elevate theĀ overall shopping experience, Mohawkās SmartStrandĀ Color Wall will inspire consumers to easily shop andĀ confidently select a color and comfort level for theirĀ home.
Ideal for RSAs, the brand-new Color Wall destinationĀ provides a compelling selling experience to consumersĀ that allows them to confidently select colorĀ and comfort across a range of price points.
Pelican Creations Home
CushionTech Sport
Pelican Creations Home is taking home the gold withĀ a sports flooring solution featuring a layered ComfortĀ Core Technology by Unilin Technologies. Cushion-Tech Sport provides a soft, comfort-first feel so youĀ can run, jump, move and dance with the only flooringĀ technology designed to enhance each step. With colorĀ options galore, antimicrobial protection, scratch andĀ water resistance, CushionTech Sport finds the perfectĀ balance between durable and ergonomic flooring.
Republic
Angel Woods
Designed with perfection in mind, Angel Woods fromĀ Republicās Designer Pro collection invokes the soothingĀ feel of natureās most beautiful woodland atmosphere.Ā Featuring soft and earthy tones and all theĀ added features of the Designer Pro seriesāincludingĀ thicker, sound-proof underlayment and textured vinylĀ overlayāAngel Woods is offered in a 6mm thicknessĀ and 9 x 60 format.
Shaw Floors
Anso ColorWall
The rediscovery of Shawās Anso Colorwall in 2023 willĀ be a key soft surface initiative for Shaw Floors. One excitingĀ new style on the new-and-improved ColorwallĀ is Canvas Comfort. Canvas Comfort features a canvasĀ or fabric finish that provides an elegant, tailored lookĀ in the home. This innovative visual adds a textural yetĀ subtle pattern in 12 colors. And for homeowners needingĀ added protection, thereās LifeGuard Spill-ProofĀ technology found in Canvas Comfort Blue.
Stanton
Crystabella
Crystabella checks all the boxes when it comes toĀ high style and design. The lustrous yarn with high/low pile offering from Stanton adds movement toĀ this Moroccan-inspired design. The added horizontalĀ linear texture across the width of the pattern addsĀ depth, dimension and just the right amount of visualĀ interest to elevate the overall aesthetic. Offered in sixĀ colors, Crystabella is sure to make a statement in anyĀ environment.
Totalworx
TTT
With an increase in demand for Totalworx trim offerings,Ā customers have been asking for an adhesive thatĀ can be used to secure trims. With that in mind, TotalworxĀ created TTT (Tread, Trim & Tack Strip). TTT wasĀ specifically designed for PVC trims; however, it canĀ also be used for several other types of transitions.
Available in two sizes, TTT is an extremely versatileĀ product that serves many purposes, making it a greatĀ go-to item. TTT also allows for power stretching inĀ two hours.
Unilin
Unicoat
Unilin will be showcasing its water-repellent coatingĀ for laminate, Unicoat, that goes beyond the norms forĀ waterproof flooring as well as Flintile, its 100% waterproof,Ā groutable locking system for resilient flooring.Ā āWe will be launching some remarkable technologiesĀ that offer more versatility and design options for bothĀ laminate and resilient flooring,ā said Floris Koopmans,Ā sales director.
Valinge
Rigid Core floors
VƤlingeās brand-new collection of premium rigid coreĀ floors is billed as a real game-changer. The collectionĀ has been carefully designed to provide the look andĀ feel of a luxurious real oak floor. The collection highlightsĀ the beauty of nature and honors the companyāsĀ Scandinavian roots with a clean and natural designāall to create maximum comfort and functionality.Ā These floors are packed with advanced technology includingĀ the 5G Dry locking system that hinders waterĀ to leak through the locking joints.
Wellmade
Ultimate Solution
Ultimate Solution HDPC/SPC is Wellmadeās newestĀ waterproof rigid core flooring collection. Ideal for DIY,Ā multi-family commercial or professional installation,Ā the product features an installation system thatĀ saves time and money and is available in vinyl plankĀ and vinyl tile options.Ā The Ultimate Solution features a self-adheringĀ IXPE pad that bonds easily to subfloors without additionalĀ adhesives while its interlocking edge and endĀ system includes a ācrack-n-peelā adhesive.