Tue.Jun 29, 2021

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Emser partners with Gensler

Floor Covering News

Los Angeles— Emser Tile , a designer, marketer and producer of tile and natural stone, has collaborated with Gensler as design consultant. The new Back to Basics collection is said to celebrates the beauty of simplicity, while introducing a robust range of color options that stand on their own or as a complement to the other Gensler collections and Emser series.

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Ragno’s New Concrete-Look Porcelain, Conkreto!

Rubble Tile

When selecting tile for your project, you want something that goes beyond sheer durability. You want something that will age like a fine wine, and get better over time. Not every tile option can provide you with both. But fortunately, Ragno is here to save.

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Daltile makes a bold ‘Statement’

Floor Covering News

Paij Thorn-Brooks walks dealers through the various facets of the Statements 2.0 merchandising concept. By Steven Feldman Riviera Maya, Mexico— Daltile Statements Elite dealers were introduced to what is arguably the most advanced selling system for ceramic tile when this select group of retailers convened here earlier this month for its 10th anniversary summit.

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Few Things You Should Know About Sliding Patio Doors

Kitchen and Residential Design

A patio door is a large opening made of glass used as an opening from the house in place of the traditional swinging ones. Every time an individual moves into a new home, making it more comfortable is always their top priority. One of the aspects one should consider is having a sliding patio door and window. While many may think of it as an intense and tiresome process, in the long run, the benefits that come with having them outdo the cost that was be incurred initially.

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NFA showcase: Attendees relish face-to-face opportunities

Floor Covering News

By Ken Ryan. Las Vegas—The NFA specialty vendor showcase that convenes on the eve of Surfaces has been called the most meaningful four hours in flooring—a forum that allows more than two dozen vendors to meet with 43 of the most influential flooring retailers in the industry, all in one room. Flooring 101 president, Jimmy Poulos (center), explains the merits of SLCC’s SPC offerings to fellow NFA dealer T.J.

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Republic: Daring to be different

Floor Covering News

Rotem (right) and Efi Eylor of Republic present Pure SPC Max at an NFA meeting. By Steven Feldman Commerce, Calif.—Republic Floor has come a long way in six and a half years. What started in 2015 with a $2.5 million investment has grown into a company that will push $150 million this year. And that’s just the beginning, according to Rotem Eylor, CEO.

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Floors and More dealers weather the storm

Floor Covering News

Vinnie Virga, president and CEO of Floors & More, conducted a role playing exercise with Ann Pollack, a new member. By Reginald Tucker and Elisabeth McGowan. Las Vegas—When roughly 80% of the members of a retail buying group gener­ate double-digit increases in sales growth, it’s a feat worth noting. But the fact that this achievement occurred in a pandemic year—when so many aspects of the over­all U.S. economy did not fare as well—makes it all the more remarkable.

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Industry forms David B. Gheesling Trust

Floor Covering News

Dave Gheesling. Las Vegas—Following the unexpected passing of Dave Gheesling, CEO of FEI Group, in November 2020, a trust was created in his name to both honor his legacy and support those closest to him: The David B. Gheesling Trust. According to Graham Howerton, president of FEI Group, the trust will first and foremost provide short-term financial assistance for Gheesling’s immediate family—Kasia Sutton, his life partner, and her two children, Natalia and Marcus—in order to cover any unforesee

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Mannington supports Design Your World program

Floor Covering News

Chicago, Ill.—As part of a long-term commitment to expose a diverse community of students and emerging professionals to design through learning and engagement, Mannington Commercial supported the International Interior Design Association’s (IIDA) new design program for high school students , “Design Your World,” in partnership with the non-profit organization, After School Matters (ASM).

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The answer to the question you’ve been asking

Floor Covering News

By Steven Feldman—So how was Surfaces? That’s the question I’m being asked by anyone and everyone who didn’t attend the rescheduled-from-January edition. Now, this is just my gut talking, but I get this vibe that those who didn’t make the trip to Vegas were seeking a negative response to justify their decision. What gives me that idea? Comments like these: “I heard the show was about a third the size of a typical Surfaces.

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