Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

The result is a surprisingly soft feel with tremendous visual richness yet no compromise of DCOF and technical performance standards for the commercial-grade porcelain surfacing, according to the company. It’s silky and soft to the touch—extremely luxurious and ideal for bare-feet floors yet suitable for high-traffic commercial environments.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 25, 2022

These latest EPDs generate the largest selection of soft and hard surface flooring options with a net-positive carbon impact, according to the company. “At We continually challenge ourselves to design and manufacture innovative products with reduced impact on our planet and our people.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 7, 2022

As the newest addition to Mohawk Group’s domestically manufactured Large & Local LVT collection, Pattern of Time is designed to combine the comfort and tradition of a wood grain floor with a unique and inventive emergence of color throughout each style. The ultra-wide-and-long 9.25

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 8, 2024

When I grew up in Germany, we had what we called a “pitch pine” floor, which had gaps measuring about a quarter of an inch between the floor planks. I came to understand that the gaps developed because the planks were not dry when the floor was installed. That is a flooring installer’s nightmare.

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Diary of a Tile Addict

JANUARY 27, 2020

Manufactured from clay and other naturally-occurring minerals, ceramic tile does not contain the chemicals present in other floor coverings that are receiving increased attention for their possible adverse health effects, such as formaldehyde, VOCs (volatile organic compounds) or PVC (polyvinyl chloride). Contessa by Interceramic.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 23, 2022

Solon, Ohio—Tarkett released its 2021 Corporate Social and Environmental Responsibility (CSR) report, also known as extra-financial performance declaration. Tarkett said it has made strong progress with ReStart, its take-back and recycling program, by transforming end-of-use flooring and recycled materials into new floors.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 25, 2021

FCNews research shows commercial flooring revenues (including specified business as well as Main Street sales) totaled $6.134 billion last year—a falloff of 11.1% Every commercial sector was negatively impacted, but some performed better than others,” observed David Thoresen, senior vice president, product and innovation, Armstrong Flooring.

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 24, 2013

Cement Tile Design Trends & Tips. I love the color in this cement tile floor. If youre having trouble finding the right color, design or pattern, then these cement tile design trends may provide the answer you were looking for. If youre new to cement tiles, then these trends are the perfect designing tips for you!

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Floor Covering News

MAY 30, 2023

—The Aquafil Group, a pioneer in the circular economy, released its 2022 Sustainability Report , providing transparency into its progress made toward achieving stronger environmental, social and governance standards. The post Aquafil releases 2022 sustainability report appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 21, 2020

“With the interior and exterior finish options, Portugal gives designers a great solution for carrying a consistent look from inside to out,” explained Lindsey Waldrep, Crossville VP of marketing. The triangular mosaic works well for linear or centered drains on wet area floors or to create a vertical focal point on the wall.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

The Flooring Sustainability Summit , taking place here July 17-18, will feature an impressive opening keynote panel of leading authorities from the architecture, interior design and green building community. The post Keynote speakers announced for Flooring Sustainability Summit appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 21, 2020

.” Existing programs for material ingredient disclosure, such as the Health Product Declaration and the Declare Label, already provide vehicles for individual manufacturers to report what goes into their products. The post TCNA collaboration provides material transparency appeared first on Floor Covering News. rating system.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JUNE 3, 2013

For many people—tile dealers and contractors included—the term ‘universal design’ brings to mind ‘Baby Boomers’ or ‘aging population.’ But while the concept does include features appealing to older adults, members of that demographic group aren’t the only ones who enjoy the benefits universal design brings. Interest on the Upswing.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 21, 2023

FCNews reveals the winners of its third annual FCNnovation Awards—an initiative designed to recognize and showcase some of the most innovative new products and technologies launched in the current year. Anderson Tuftex Discover Discover was designed with no pattern match required for installation.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 30, 2024

Hardwood flooring’s loss of market share to competing hard surfaces over the past 10-15 years is well catalogued and documented. The experience was much the same at the Kährs space, where Renee Tester, vice president of marketing, reported brisk traffic and busy appointments, especially on opening day. “We

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Tile Talk

SEPTEMBER 11, 2012

I reported that I was seeing a trend to use texture, color, and geometric patterns in tile. Im excited about this trend because I like to see color and pattern embraced in design. Neiba Cement Tile illustrates how a clean pattern in "basic black and white" creates a floor with a focal point in an easy-to-use and flexible palette.

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Kitchen and Residential Design

JANUARY 13, 2022

Zillow reported that 58% of buyers who purchased homes said having an updated kitchen factored into their home-buying decision. If you choose to fully update your kitchen with new wood cabinets, an island, laminate countertops, and a standard sink and faucet with all new appliances is roughly $68,000.

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

MP Global’s QuietWalk Luxury Vinyl is a premium recycled fiber underlayment built for luxury vinyl plank, luxury vinyl tile and multi-layer flooring such as WPC, SPC and rigid core vinyl planks. Quinn—A common theme for innovation in most industries is “better, faster, cheaper,” and flooring installation is no different. Pros vs. cons.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 18, 2021

Despite this crash, carpet still remains the largest flooring segment, accounting for 48.4% of the overall 18.969 billion square-foot flooring market in 2020. Just five years ago, for example, carpet/rugs made up 60% of the flooring industry in terms of volume. Flooring, including carpet, got a share of that spend.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 17, 2023

Eternity Flooring Ecoessent waterproof laminate floors continue to be a hit with retailers. S ome hard surface suppliers sought to cash on in the suddenly resurgent laminate flooring category as a result of difficulty in sourcing rigid core products from overseas—a consequence of the pandemic. And good looking, too, apparently.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 21, 2022

Cali Floors. Cali Floors has proven to be a trusted partner for retailers in the face of hardship. This strategy has worked for the brand given that it has grown substantially over the last few years—including its recent acquisition by global flooring company Victoria PLC—and continues to expand its specialty retail network.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 26, 2021

The key to helping the customer find the right floor. R etail sales associates looking to recommend the right hardwood flooring product for the customer when she walks into the store need to ask a series of fact-finding questions to determine her precise wants and needs. For example, where will the new floor be installed?

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Tile Talk

JANUARY 7, 2014

Last year, I reported that for the "first time in three years, a white tile was not our top seller!" Cuban Heritage Cross Design 110 2B 8" x 8" Handmade Cement Tile. Cuban Heritage Medallion Design 110 2B 8" x 8" Handmade Cement Tile. backsplash designs. bathroom design. design ideas. design standards.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 24, 2012

CTaSC also is the co-publisher of the Catalina Stone Report that is updated every other year and is a contributor to the Catalina Ceramic Tile report. All are involved in setting industry standards so we can avoid the negative advertising of problems and failures and ensure successful installations.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

OCTOBER 16, 2019

Bamboo Flooring Guide. Whether you’re looking to improve the appearance of one room in your house or hoping to install a durable, eco-friendly flooring option throughout your home, bamboo floors combine the resilience of hardwood flooring with the easy maintenance of laminate. Your Guide to bamboo flooring.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2013

Tile Redi®, world-leading manufacturer and marketer of pre-formed, one-piece shower pans and related accessories, received the award for “Surfaces 2013 Best New Product” sponsored by Floor Tends and Tile magazines. The winning product, Redi Trench™, is an incredibly exciting marriage of design and function. www.tileredi.com.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JULY 23, 2018

You (or your builder) will need to procure a soil report and your home will be structurally engineered for what your soil can bear. Ignore the report or skip it altogether and you could end up with pricey repairs or requiring further excavation before your home is ready. Site plan changes. Code infractions. Stick to the code!

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Floor Covering News

JULY 17, 2023

Suppliers are investing in new technologies to make wood floors more durable and, yes, water resistant, to compete with the likes of SPC. I n the battle to reclaim market share from look-alike categories, hardwood suppliers are rolling out an array of new wood floors designed to pique the interest of retailers as well as consumers.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 6, 2020

Having existing inventory is key for flooring interests during this time of plant and production shutdowns. Down but certainly not out, the flooring industry is taking proactive steps to deal with an unprecedented disruption caused by COVID-19, the novel coronavirus that has changed life as we know it. Retailers seize opportunities.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

The Cobb Galleria Centre in Atlanta will host the 2021 Southeast Flooring Market with additional safety precautions. There have been 13 major industry events that have taken place since COVID-19 hit (mostly since September 2020), and no major outbreaks were reported. Last year’s event drew more than 1,600 people. That’s not all.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 18, 2024

Sort of like the room viewers that are becoming standard in flooring stores. In fact, 42% of all Gen Z consumers said displays that inspire them are highly important, while 36% pointed to the right floor plan and overall flow. The post What Gen Z expects from in-store experiences appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

Census Bureau reports approximately 9 million have a disability , and 58% of those with a disability work full time, year-round. graphic designer. website designer. If you’re thinking about modifying your home’s work area, the end result should be a stimulating space designed for trouble-free navigation and ultimate comfort.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 11, 2022

AIA strives to drive positive change through the power of design. The organization said it developed the Architecture and Design Materials Pledge to inspire a shift in how architects and designers evaluate the products and finishes that they specify on a daily basis.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 19, 2023

Over the past few years, European oak hardwood floors— especially white oak products —have reigned supreme when it comes to in-demand hardwood species. Our customer base still has a significant number of consumers that desire hardwood flooring from Brazil,” said Rick Holden, CEO of Willow Grove, Pa.-based based Derr Flooring.

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home iq

MARCH 6, 2012

← Atlas Industries Rocks the Office Desk An Electric Lock That Allows You to Leave the Keys at Home → Designer Robin Wilson Becomes Second Black Woman with Textile Line. ” The designer seemingly has been everywhere, including an episode of HGTV’s Selling New York , NBC, CNN , CBS, and Fox, to name just a handful.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 30, 2021

But precisely “how much” value is up for debate given the many different types of floors—as well as the various construction types—on the market today. For instance, a rare imported species with unique visual and performance characteristics might fetch a higher price than, say, your standard, run-of-the-mill domestic strip oak product.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 14, 2022

Consumers crave premium style and design in a quality product they can invest in and live on for years to come,” said Natalie Cady, director of premium brands residential channel strategy for Shaw Floors. “As And since high-end carpet fits into most flooring budgets, RSAs are seizing the opportunity to trade up the consumer.

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