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NOVEMBER 29, 2023

S everal issues that shook out in 2023 have contributed to a less-than-stellar year for ceramic tile. The increase in interest/mortgage rates, an abrupt transition of spending among consumers—from goods to services—and price deflation have all caused a lack of growth for ceramic tile in 2023. Category experts agree the U.S.

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JANUARY 26, 2023

i4F TISE 2023 booth Las Vegas— i4F will be exhibiting at TISE 2023 for the fifth year in a row. i4F’s wall installation system shown on the booth will demonstrate how manufacturers can easily enter new floor-to-wall markets. “ For us, 2023 is a year of focused growth.

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FEBRUARY 20, 2023

The category remains the leader in flooring when it comes to growth—SPC the reigning powerhouse. So, the outlook of those exhibiting resilient flooring at TISE 2023 provided a glimpse into what the industry could expect for the coming year. Luckily for flooring, that outlook was bright. “We I am feeling optimistic.”

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JUNE 26, 2023

Offering three of the industry’s most important brands in one program ultimately puts the most comprehensive tile resource in the industry and ‘The Power of Choice’ into the hands of builders, simplifying an important step in the process of new home construction.”

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JUNE 21, 2023

Louisville Tile has been named a recipient of the 2023 Best Places to Work in Kentucky award. Louisville Tile is honored to have secured the 11 th spot in the medium category (companies with 150-499 employees) for the 2023 Best Places to Work award, reaffirming its dedication to its valued workforce. Louisville, Ky.—Louisville

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AUGUST 21, 2023

While there are still four months left before the calendar turns, category experts agree 2023 will likely see the first resilient sales decline for the category. The consensus among the major resilient flooring suppliers is that once the dust clears, 2023 will see resilient sales down mid-to-high single digits.

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MAY 8, 2024

Indianapolis, Indiana—CARE has named the winners of the Person and Recycler of the Year Awards for 2023 on May 7 in conjunction with the organization’s 22 nd annual conference, held here. The 2023 CARE Person of the Year is Wes Nelson of GreenWaste Carpet Recycling. CARE Recycler of the Year is Repurpose Earth (Gardena, Calif.).

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MAY 23, 2023

—Known for transforming reclaimed materials into performance flooring that makes people’s lives better, Ecore further reinforced its reputation as a leading innovator in the commercial flooring industry by earning two prestigious product awards and recognition as a sustainability leader.

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JUNE 26, 2023

That’s how some industry observers might describe the commercial flooring industry in 2022, which continued to emerge from the wreckage of a global pandemic to experience a vibrant rebirth. Commercial flooring rebounded as sales increased 13.1% billion in 2022, Floor Covering News research shows. from roughly $6.5 of total U.S.

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FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Resilient flooring remains the top seller in the industry, and suppliers came with new innovations meant to grab even more share in 2024. Las Vegas—The resilient flooring category remains the top performer in the industry, overtaking the carpet category in dollars for the first time in 2022—by a whopping $1.3B. It’s still the No.

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JANUARY 2, 2024

One of the key benefits of cork flooring is its environmental friendliness. Practically speaking, cork is a 100% rapidly renewable and sustainable resource. Providing sustainable cork products since the 70’s, We Cork’s portfolio today includes flooring, underlayment, wall coverings and accessories.

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JANUARY 20, 2024

Oberlin, Ohio—The Natural Stone Institute has released the recipients of the 2023 Natural Stone Scholarship and Women in Stone Empowerment Scholarship. Three individuals have received 2023 Natural Stone Scholarships. The post Natural Stone Institute announces scholarship recipients appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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MARCH 17, 2023

L a s V ega s —The 2023 International Surface Event highlighted the vigor with which the flooring industry is facing today. Flooring software technology providers were among those ready to support the industry’s vitality and growing needs in 2023. Alex Aya, vice president, Comp-U-Floo told Floor Covering News.

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OCTOBER 3, 2023

Solon, Ohio—Tarkett, a global leader in sustainable and innovative flooring solutions, is increasing its presence on the east coast, thanks to the expansion of one of its distributors. 1, 2023, Michael Halebian & Co., has served customers in the flooring business since 1931, managing some accounts over three generations.

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FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Oberlin, Ohio—The Natural Stone Institute (NSI) has awarded Greg Osterhout (Northern Stone Supply) the 2023 David Fell Spirit of Service award, and Sam Arcot the 2023 Natural Stone Institute Person of the Year award. As a dedicated leader and timeless volunteer, Arcot of Rugo Stone was recognized as the 2023 Person of the Year.

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SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Los Angeles—Emser Tile has released its 2023/2024 catalog , available both in print and online. The newly released 450+ page resource offers an extensive and varied assortment of products for interior and exterior design, catering to both residential and commercial needs.

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JANUARY 31, 2023

Las Vegas—Küberit USA is set to debut its new integrated process for profile selection, sample acquisition and resources for specification support at TISE 2023 in Las Vegas. The post Küberit debuts new resource platform at TISE 2023 appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

—AHF Products has entered into a strategic agreement with Spartan Surfaces, effective September 21, 2023. Spartan Surfaces will have exclusive distribution for the full line of Parterre luxury vinyl flooring products. Parterre has serviced the commercial flooring market for over 30 years.

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DECEMBER 14, 2022

“The event was about sharing what we’ve accomplished in 2022, where we are going and what are our plans to accomplish just that,” said Crosby Hall, executive vice president of corporate resources. 2023 and beyond. Both executive and senior management teams gathered together to plan for the 2023 strategic plan.

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FEBRUARY 5, 2024

With Diverzify’s continued growth trajectory and annual revenue surpassing $1B, Hunsicker will focus on enhancing Diverzify’s business operations while further consolidating and streamlining resources across the family of brands. Steve Becht assumed the role as president for Pavilion Floors.

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FEBRUARY 14, 2024

operations have achieved International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 14001 and 9001 in 2023. The ISO 14001 recertification confirms the Madison operations have met the internationally agreed-upon standard to identify, monitor and control environmental performance through efficient resource consumption and waste minimization.

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APRIL 4, 2023

The waterproof label has transcended its rigid core roots and is now touted across a variety of flooring constructions—from SPC to tile and even hardwood and underlayment. Vinyl, hardwood, laminate Luxury vinyl flooring and all its iterations remains one of the hottest categories to date with growth outpacing all other categories.

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APRIL 24, 2023

Dallas, Texas—In recognition of Earth Day 2023, sister brands Daltile, Marazzi and American Olean highlighted some of the many sustainable features of its products, processes and company ethos. “As The post Daltile, Marazzi, American Olean highlight sustainability efforts appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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OCTOBER 7, 2022

The Southeast Flooring Market (SEFM) and the National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) Atlanta Chapter are collaborating on the 2023 Southeast Flooring Market. “We “Remodeling activity has increased dramatically over the past few years and builders are looking for more resources to provide their customers. .

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

The report also provides a resource for customers to respond to consumer questions about Mohawk’s products and practices, including background on how many sustainable collections are produced, a helpful explanation of product certifications and an overview of how Mohawk is making a difference in communities around the world.

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JANUARY 18, 2024

This decision, made unanimously during the summer 2023 meeting, aligns seamlessly with Goddin’s extensive experience and dedication to the tile industry. The post Lesley Goddin joins Tile Heritage Foundation board of directors appeared first on Floor Covering News. “Instead, look at what has transpired!

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APRIL 25, 2023

Dalton—Shaw Industries has been named as one of the Best Employers for Diversity 2023 by Forbes magazine and market research firm Statista. Associate Resource Groups (ARGs) harness and enable member’s talents and goals, foster innovation and provide insight into potential business opportunities. Over 45,000 U.S.

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MARCH 1, 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: Where will you place your emphasis in 2023—retention or recruiting? Chris Kemp, Kemp’s Dalton West Flooring, Newnan, Ga. Mike Foulk, Foulk’s Flooring America, Meadville, Pa.

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DECEMBER 21, 2023

These awards honor groundbreaking ideas and industry-changing concepts that have the potential to impact the way flooring is manufactured, promoted and sold. Following are the 2023 winners: Carpet Tarkett Home Cloud 9 Tarkett Home set out to challenge the belief that polyester carpets can’t be both incredibly soft and highly durable.

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FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Dalton—Shaw Industries has been named the top winner in four employer categories for the 2023 North Georgia Best of the Best awards. As one of the largest employers in north Georgia, Shaw is especially proud to be recognized by this community and our associates as the best of the best,” said Mike Fromm, chief human resources officer. “As

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JUNE 1, 2023

In 2023, EnergieKer has obtained UNI EN ISO 14001: 2015 certification demonstrating its commitment to minimise the environmental impact of its production processes. EnergieKer’s investments are focused on protecting all environmental resources on every production line and to ensuring compliance with the highest green economy standards.

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MARCH 22, 2023

The NeoCon 2023 keynote speakers will look to hip hop, community and technology. Chicago—NeoCon has announced the keynote speakers for its 2023 edition, to be held here June 12-14 at The Mart. Our 2023 keynotes are emblematic of how diverse perspectives can drive and effect positive change.”

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JANUARY 17, 2023

After a successful Edge Summit 2023 , Mohawk said it is bringing its retail renaissance online to MohawkToday.com for Edge partners. These key-note presentations include topics ranging from an executive outlook on the industry in 2023 to Mohawk’s digital transformation and reimagined product innovations that focus on today’s retail needs.

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NOVEMBER 14, 2023

AHF Products, through three of its well-known flooring brands–Bruce, Armstrong Flooring and Robbins–is a sponsor of the 2023 U.S. hardwood flooring manufacturing facility, working in tandem with the U.S. The floors are made at the AHF Beverly facility. Follow the journey of the 2023 U.S. Mountville, Pa.–AHF

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APRIL 27, 2023

We know our employees have brilliant ideas that can make our business better,” said Crosby Hall, executive vice president of corporate resources. “We In 2023, winner Brandon Bingham’s proposal streamlined the order pickup process by utilizing visible magnets to indicate what order the customer was picking up.

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DECEMBER 11, 2023

The ASID tours are a free opportunity that aim to deliver inspiring brand discovery, by introducing participants to the innovative world of hard and soft surfaces while they expand their resources. The post TISE launches new partnership with ASID appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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JUNE 28, 2022

Hannover, Germany—With a host of new features, Domotex 2023 will run from Jan. Show organizers said the 33rd edition of the world’s most important trade show for carpets and floor coverings will be a strong and innovative event. Textile floor coverings can be found opposite in Halls 19/20. New space for inspiration.

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