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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. The key is to not let it negatively impact your business. “I

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NTCA unveils training event schedule for September

Floor Covering News

” The workshops are open to tile installers and contractors as well as sales personnel and the A&D community. The September schedule, which takes place in North Carolina, Michigan, Indiana, Ohio and California, is as follows: ● 9/12 Floor & Decor, Charlotte, N.C. ● 9/12 Louisville Tile, Wyoming, Mich. ●

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Web exclusive: Carpet recycling proposal falls short in New York

Floor Covering News

In a reprieve for carpet mills and retailers in New York, the state’s recently enacted budget for 2020-21 does not include a provision that would have required all carpet and carpet pad sold in New York to be diverted from landfills and recycled ( FCNews , March 2/9). However, it is likely to resurface next year.”.

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Rick Cain elevated to president of Fabulous Floors

Floor Covering News

Carrollton, Texas—Fabulous Floors has named Rick Cain—formerly vice president of sales—to president of the company. In his previous role, Cain led Fabulous Floors’ expansion efforts in Texas, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Louisiana, Florida, Massachusetts, Georgia, New York, Virginia, California and Oregon.

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Made In the USA: AC Tile Lines Made in America

Architectural Ceramics

The studio where each mosaic is hand-assembled, is based in Brooklyn, New York. Where Allison Eden Studios glass is big and bold out of Brooklyn, Quemere Designs is also from New York but represents the other end of the spectrum. At Architectural Ceramics, we love family businesses because AC is one too.

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New York State recycling bill looms large

Floor Covering News

New York State is about to require all carpet and carpet pad sold in the state to be diverted from landfills and recycled. Barring a last-minute change, New York State is on the verge of enacting legislation that would require all carpet and carpet pad sold in New York to be diverted from landfills and recycled.

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Decorative Kitchen Tile Ideas

Realstone

The Classics and The Contemporary: Tile Types Subway Tile Originating from the subway stations of early 20th-century New York, subway tiles have become a popular choice for kitchens worldwide. An experienced sales person will be able to provide guidance and assistance. How is it made?