Floor Covering News

MAY 5, 2021

By Ken Ryan T he year 2020 may be best known for COVID-19, which closed down much of the economy for several weeks. The flooring industry was not immune to these impacts as plant shutdowns and retail showroom pauses put a crimp on product introductions. Or so you might think. In fact, new product offerings and line extensions were robust in 2020 in what turned out to be a better-than-expected year for most flooring retailers and distributors.

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MAY 5, 2021

There are other women we honor on this 'Hallmark holiday.' They include grandmothers, stepmoms, favorite aunts, foster moms, siblings who have kids, friends' moms who helped raise us, even den mothers for the kids' scouting troops. If there are one or more mom types in your life, the wellness design-inspired gift guide I shared on Forbes.com this week could be helpful.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 5, 2021

Dallas, Texas— American Olean launched its new Color Story Wall collection. It is designed for residential, education, hospitality, health care or retail spaces. The new glazed ceramic collection features a mix of 32 colors that aim to create a vibrant classroom or a tranquil hospital setting. Made in the USA, Color Story Wall tiles are available in seven shapes and sizes.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 5, 2021

Washington, D.C.—Census data shows that total private residential construction spending rose 1.7% in March to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $725.3 billion, according to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). Total private residential spending was 23.3% higher than a year ago. The NAHB said the monthly gains are largely attributed to the strong growth of spending on single-family and improvements.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 5, 2021

Hannover, Germany— Domotex 2022 will feature several innovations during the show, to be held as a hybrid event Jan. 13-16, 2022: a modern and optimized design of the two new Domotex labels, “Carpets and Rugs” and “Floor and Wall,” as well as an adapted hall structure that is designed to facilitate orientation. An expanded range of products and services should increase efficiency.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 5, 2021

Lindsey Nisbet. Houston, Texas— Swiff?Train Company (STC) promoted Lindsey Nisbet to the role of vice president of marketing. In the new position, Nisbet will lead the overall marketing strategy for the EarthWerks, Pinnacle, Ground Control and private label business within all divisions and categories of the company. Nisbet joined Swiff?Train in 2014 and most recently served as marketing director.

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