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Don’t judge a book by its cover in sales

Floor Covering News

T here’s a long-running flooring industry folk tale (it’s actually a true story) about a high-end retailer in New York City—ABC Carpet & Home—that was suspicious of a disheveled man roaming around the company’s flagship store on the famed Broadway strip. Other dealers, including Sean Ryan, owner of Elegant Floors in Shelbourne, Vt.,

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Books leaders swear by in 2023

Floor Covering News

FCNews rounded up five industry leaders to share the books that have made an indelible impact on their lives—both personally and professionally. He begins with the famed shepherd boy who felled the mighty giant warrior with nothing more than a sling and a stone three thousand years ago.

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Emser releases new tile product catalog

Floor Covering News

Trend research, global sourcing, sales and leadership come together resulting in a cohesive and in-depth book outlining Emser’s catalog of offerings, which absolutely include something for everyone seeking tile and stone solutions.”. The post Emser releases new tile product catalog appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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Flooring dealers gearing up for explosive Q2

Floor Covering News

By Ken Ryan Following a strong start to 2021, flooring dealers see no reason for a slowdown as they enter the second quarter. San Antonio-based O’Krent’s Abbey Flooring continues to see a brisk pace of sales activity despite the pandemic. In Knoxville, Tenn., It’s like that old Buck Owen’s song, ‘I’ve Got a Tiger by the Tail.’”.

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Summer Dreaming: Tour Shakira’s Miami Beach Estate for Sale

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Square stones in a geometric pattern pave the driveway that leads to the garage and the front door. Shakira chose to enhance the open floor plan by keeping colors cohesive. Floor pillows encourage lounging. A floating shelf wall holds some Lebanese objects and books. Double doors open to the outdoor pool area.

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Tidying Up: How to Clean Up Different Tile Types

Architectural Ceramics

From her NY Times best-selling books, to her overnight hit show Tidying Up with Marie Kondo on Netflix, the KonMari method teaches us to focus on organizing by way of categories and to strive for a cleaner home filled with items that spark joy. Natural Stone. Stains like red wine on a marble surface are the enemy.

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AC Tackles Commercial & Residential Tile Projects

Architectural Ceramics

The desk is beautifully clad in a neutral and natural stone look-a-like material from our Slim Slab Collection. The flooring, done in one consistent and neutral material choice, also leads you from the reception desk to the sitting or waiting area. It coordinates well with the book-match veining pattern of the Slim Slab.

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