Architectural Ceramics
DECEMBER 12, 2019
Week of December 9, 2019. 1. Design with a Purpose. 4 local designers participate in Children’s National’s annual Light Up the Season , Northern Virginia Magazine. We are so proud to see the work Case Design’s Allie Mann and Alexandria Hubbard are doing for the Light Up the Season annual holiday fundraiser. Such a fun and festive tree house design! 2.
Diary of a Tile Addict
DECEMBER 12, 2019
An inspiring 3D printing project presents levels upon levels of creative solutions. The structure was designed and created by architecture and design professors Ronald Rael and Virginia San Fratello and revealed in May of last year. It went on to recieve the 2018 3D Pioneers Challenge, and it’s clear to see why. A classic wooden frame provides the basis for the variety of 3D printed elements, which come together to form a livable space that is completely weather tight.
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Floor Covering News
DECEMBER 12, 2019
Dec. 9/16, 2019: Volume 35, Issue 12 By Ken Ryan From splintered barnwood boards that had long since eroded, to sleek modern the stone visuals, flooring manufacturers pulled out all the stops in 2019 to deliver uniquely different products designed to attract consumers and boost margins for their retail partners. One common denominator shared by many […].
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
DECEMBER 12, 2019
Image: Astronaut Images/Getty Images. Bathroom window buying guide. Changing your bathroom window can help you maximize available light while maintaining privacy. When choosing a bathroom window, you should consider lighting , privacy, and ventilation. A window with the perfect mix of these features can help you create the bathroom of your dreams. What is a bathroom window?
Floor Covering News
DECEMBER 12, 2019
Dec. 9/16, 2019: Volume 35, Issue 12 By Megan Salzano While the category is expected to remain flat for the coming year, there is no lack of innovation entering the market from suppliers determined to grow sales. This innovation comes in the form of larger formats, realistic visuals, new finishes and decoratives. The unpenetrated […].
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
DECEMBER 12, 2019
Regfer / Shuttershock. Best Replacement Windows: Reviews and Comparison. Finding the perfect replacement window for your home can be tough, especially when you have so many options to choose from. To choose the best option for your needs, you should consider factors like material type, window style, frame type, energy efficiency, and cost. This handy guide covers the best replacement window options, so you can pick the right one for your home.
Trendir Magazine
DECEMBER 12, 2019
Every one knows designers and celebrity styles have all the tricks on hand at all times. They not only know everything there is to know, but they’re around the industry so often that if they don’t know they will learn it along the way. This is why we wanted to take the time and put together our take on the top decorating tips designers swear by. Our guide will not only ensure you get the most out of every room in your home, but it will ensure you can fully embrace your personal decorating style.
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Floor Covering News
DECEMBER 12, 2019
Commits $1 million to solve installation shortage By Steven Feldman Chattanooga, Tenn.—The World Floor Covering Association has announced the formation of the Floor Covering Education Foundation with the initial goal of solving the installation crisis. As such, the WFCA has committed $1 million to get the initiative off the ground and has also received […].
Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine
DECEMBER 12, 2019
Global demand for security cameras is increasing. Research and consulting firm Strategy Analytics projects spending to reach $8 billion in 2019. Many people feel safer in buildings with outdoor security cameras. Modern home security camera providers deliver systems with high-tech software and support , along with capabilities such as face recognition and object tracking.
Floor Covering News
DECEMBER 12, 2019
Dec. 9/16, 2019: Volume 35, Issue 12 By Lindsay Gonzalez Resilient manufacturers are cautiously optimistic moving into 2020, citing the election year and uncertainty around tariffs as possible challenges. Despite potential hiccups, the category is expected to grow double digits next year with rigid and WPC products leading the charge. Innovations in rigid, WPC […].
Floor Covering News
DECEMBER 12, 2019
Dec. 9/16, 2019: Volume 35, Issue 12 By Ken Ryan The uncertainty of tariffs, a slowing economy and an executives are confident the industry will adapt and upcoming presidential election are among the potential roadblocks to continued expansion for the flooring industry in 2020. And yet, despite these challenges, flooring thrive in 2020 much like […].
Floor Covering News
DECEMBER 12, 2019
Dec. 9/16, 2019: Volume 35, Issue 12 Olga Robertson addresses FCA Network members during convention. The Chicago Floorcovering Association (CFA) has named Olga Robertson, president of FCA Network, its Person of the Year. Robertson will be honored at the CFA Presidential Awards Dinner, scheduled for Jan. 11, at Abbington Banquets, Glen Ellyn, Ill. FCA […].
Floor Covering News
DECEMBER 12, 2019
Dec. 9/16, 2019: Volume 35, Issue 12 In today’s evolving retail environment, it’s increasingly important to embrace digital marketing strategies. It’s no secret that consumers in the market for flooring today typically begin their research online or seek out referrals/recommendations on popular social media sites. That’s why the Market Maker Events, organizer of the […].
Floor Covering News
DECEMBER 12, 2019
Calhoun, Ga.—For Ronald and Lea Eppich, Mohawk truck drivers and Calhoun residents, Wreaths Across America is personal. The non-profit organization coordinates the annual transport, delivery and placement of more than two million wreaths on the graves of U.S. veterans across the world. The Eppichs know firsthand how much it means to the families of fallen […].
Floor Covering News
DECEMBER 12, 2019
Dec. 9/16, 2019: Volume 35, Issue 12 By Lindsay Gonzalez Flooring software should ultimately support the growth of a dealer’s business, according to RFMS. Choosing the right software for your business is often a significant investment. Whether it’s ERP, CRM, measuring, inventory, etc., installing new flooring software requires time, money and patience.
Floor Covering News
DECEMBER 12, 2019
Dec. 9/16, 2019: Volume 35, Issue 12 By Reginald Tucker Mohawk’s RevWood Plus owes its waterproof attributes to a combination of technologies designed to prevent moisture from reaching the joints. It’s no secret that certain segments of the resilient flooring category—namely WPC and SPC—have seized significant share from competing hard surface categories across the […].
Floor Covering News
DECEMBER 12, 2019
Dec. 9/16, 2019: Volume 35, Issue 12 By Reginald Tucker In much the same way that the wave of new waterproof flooring products such as WPC, SPC and various other iterations has impacted wood-look-alike floors such as laminates, it has also presented challenges for manufacturers of traditional, genuine hardwood flooring products. In the face of […].
Floor Covering News
DECEMBER 12, 2019
Dec. 9/16, 2019: Volume 35, Issue 12 By Tom Jennings Much has been written about why people buy flooring from large stores instead of from local vendors who may often have a greater knowledge of both the product and the environment it is to be installed in. I believe one reason is that many […].
Floor Covering News
DECEMBER 12, 2019
Dec. 9/16, 2019: Volume 35, Issue 12 By Ken Ryan Carpet mill executives expect another soft year for residential carpet in 2020, with both sales and unit volume down, as the category continues its uphill fight against LVT-led hard surface. The encouraging news for carpet suppliers is the higher-end segment is gaining traction among […].
Floor Covering News
DECEMBER 12, 2019
Dec. 9/16, 2019: Volume 35, Issue 12 By Steven Feldman Scott Sandlin Chattanooga, Tenn.—Shaw Floors is realigning the structure of its saleforce in a move to better service its customers across the key channels it serves, while at the same time simplifying the way it services its core brands (Shaw, Anderson Tuftex and COREtec). […].
Floor Covering News
DECEMBER 12, 2019
Dec. 9/16, 2019: Volume 35, Issue 12 By Ken Ryan Crest Flooring in Allentown, Pa., is finishing the fourth quarter strong, helped by sales of a St. Jude carpet collection called Serene Day. Unlike mass merchants or electronics stores, brick- and-mortar flooring retailers don’t benefit from Black Friday or the Christmas shopping frenzy in […].
Floor Covering News
DECEMBER 12, 2019
Dec. 9/16, 2019: Volume 35, Issue 12 By Reginald Tucker The laminate flooring category continued to fight an uphill battle against the meteoric rise of competing hard surface categories—namely WPC, SPC and all its iterations, which now include hybrid products. In the face of it all, laminate suppliers continued to invest in the category […].
Floor Covering News
DECEMBER 12, 2019
Dec. 9/16, 2019: Volume 35, Issue 12 By Jim Augustus Armstrong (Second of three parts) As I outlined in part one of this series (FCNews, Nov. 25/Dec. 2), Home Depot spent $1.08 billion in advertising in 2018. There is no way you’re going to beat them in the advertising game because they are outspending […].
Floor Covering News
DECEMBER 12, 2019
Dec. 9/16, 2019: Volume 35, Issue 12 By Lou Moreno My mom calls every customer after every sale to ensure she had a great experience. If not, she listens to the customer and proceeds accordingly to solve any unresolved issues. We have few complaints—the most common being the product not coming in on time or […].
Floor Covering News
DECEMBER 12, 2019
Dec. 9/16, 2019: Volume 35, Issue 12 By Steven Feldman I just returned home from Chattanooga, where Shaw Floors recently hosted a media briefing in advance of its national sales meeting. The idea was to give the press some face time with senior leadership along with a sneak peek at some of Shaw’s new […].
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