Floor Covering News
FEBRUARY 9, 2022
From evolving during the times of COVID-19, to adapting to the changing needs of today’s workforce, dealers discuss how they turned bad breaks into their biggest breakthroughs. Diversifying is key to survival in trying times. Barrington Carpet, Akrin, Ohio. Barrington Carpet survived the Great Recession in 2008 by diversifying into new markets, according to Craig Phillips, president.
Ceramics of Italy
FEBRUARY 9, 2022
A taste for the beautiful, cultural heritage and a strong identity are just some of the qualities shared by Florim and Altagamma, the Foundation which since 1992 has brought together the ambassadors of the Italian lifestyle in the world. A common vision which has enabled Florim to be welcomed in as a new member of the Foundation. The Foundation gathers together the cream of the Italian luxury goods industry, a market segment that continues to grow all over the world and in which Made in Italy is
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Floor Covering News
FEBRUARY 9, 2022
By Megan Salzano-Birch—For several years now the flooring industry has dealt with a shortage in labor, particularly in the area of qualified flooring installers. However, the COVID-19 pandemic has seemingly exacerbated the situation by causing a shortage in office-level labor as well. Dealers across the country have cited limited applications—and an even smaller pool of qualified applicants—of which to tap for their needs.
JG Kitchens
FEBRUARY 9, 2022
Inspired by last December's deadly twisters, I filled my latest Forbes.com piece with information about what homeowners can do to keep themselves and their loved ones safe against future tornadoes -- and how they might get help paying for shelter. You can read that here. The post What Homeowners Should Know About Tornado Safety comes to you courtesy of Jamie Gold, CKD, CAPS, MCCWC, Wellness Design Consultant and Author.
Floor Covering News
FEBRUARY 9, 2022
By Reginald Tucker—“Offering great products that translate at the point of sale in the right way so RSAs can understand what we’re trying to drive home to the consumer.” That’s how Zack Zehner, president of Mannington’s Residential business , describes the company’s approach to product development and design. FCNews got the opportunity to witness this strategy firsthand during a recent visit to the company’s headquarters to get a preview of some of the introductions for Surfaces this month.
Life of an Architect
FEBRUARY 9, 2022
When architects work with consultants, how does that process operate? How many consultants are there on any given project? Well, that answer can vary widely by project type. Since this was a recently submitted question, I thought I would spend some time and discuss my knowledge on this subject. The post Architects Working with Consultants first appeared on Life of an Architect.
Floor Covering News
FEBRUARY 9, 2022
When owning a business, the software you use behind the scenes is as important as the product you put on your showroom floor. Relying solely on pen and paper—or a non-flooring-specific software—can not only clutter your business processes but create difficulties down the road. That’s where QFloors comes in. QFloors is a business management and accounting system designed to specifically aid flooring dealers in running their businesses successfully.
Floor Covering News
FEBRUARY 9, 2022
Port St. Lucie, Fla.—Mobile Direct Flooring (MDF) is offering a complete, turn-key system and franchise opportunity providing an immediate start into the flooring business. According to the company, the system goes back in time to local businesses selling a curated collection of products and using up-to-date tools but it’s all from a mobile showroom.
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