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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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California labor bill ruffles industry’s feathers

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Collectively, these potential business roadblocks could impact the way the trucking industry in California operates; in turn, flooring interests across the country who rely on commerce from the West Coast could see prices rise again. CARB emissions standards. Not surprisingly, flooring professionals in the Golden State are frustrated.

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Shoddy SPC takes its toll on the market

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And with that comes the prospect of products that don’t necessarily meet high quality, performance and/or environmental standards. “I I think what’s going on here in the western United States is a lot of dealers have SPC fatigue,” explained Adrian Van Raalten, vice president of sales and marketing, Pacific Direct Industries.

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Lux Flooring’s laser focus on SPC

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of total resilient sales in 2021 and 34.8% And with such a meteoric rise, the category has attracted subpar players, offering shoddy, commodity-driven product that does not meet high quality, performance and/or environmental standards. That’s where Lux looks to differentiate itself. They deliver on time, they do what they say.

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Pelican Creations Home: People & product first

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By choosing the right spec, color and technology based on past and current consumer needs and flooring trends, retailers can be confident that our programs will translate into sales.”. We offer vinyl (SPC, WPC and LVT), laminate (standard and water resistant), engineered hardwood and carpet tile.

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Avente Tile Talk: Avente Tile Owner Selected to Participate in.

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The interactive panel discussion, scheduled for May 1 at 3:15 PM, is designed to show how the internet is influencing the sale of tile to the consumer. From strict sale policies, to reduced prices and no sales tax, the internet has created a new frontier for the industry to navigate. design standards. backsplash designs.

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Waterproof flooring makes a splash in 2022

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For retailers, that means quick sales and happy homeowners—all backed by COREtec’s 100% waterproof, pet-proof, kid-proof promise and a limited lifetime residential warranty. The line features blonde tones, clean visuals and generous proportions—all designed to emulate chic, effortless style inspired by Southern California living.