Fri.Aug 21, 2020

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2021 Tile Forecast: Bohemian

As The Tile Turns

The bohemian lifestyle emphasizes diversity, with a variety of concepts coalescing to promote an inspired way of life. As an aesthetic ideal, bohemian style accomplishes the same by drawing on a wide array of philosophies and sources of inspiration from all around the world. The far-reaching beauty of this look can be seen in fashion, fabric, and furniture — but it's especially impressive when incorporated into tile.

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Working remotely: Not a sustainable solution

Floor Covering News

By Steven Feldman. Somewhere around the middle of March, employees at many U.S. companies grabbed their laptops, went home and did something pretty amazing: They got their work done, seemingly without missing a beat. Executives were amazed at how well their workers performed remotely , even while juggling child care and the distractions of home. Twitter and Facebook, among others, said they would embrace remote work long term.

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3D Printer Makes Sustainable Building Material from Local Soil

The A to Z of Building

Currently, the construction industry is experiencing two major challenges: one is the demand for sustainable infrastructure and the other is the necessity to repair degrading roads, bridges, and.

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Shaw Floors to expand SPC production in the U.S.

Floor Covering News

Ringgold, Ga.— Shaw Industries has announced plans to invest approximately $20 million to supplement its existing SPC resilient flooring manufacturing operations here. This latest installment—part two of an anticipated three-phased expansion—will create approximately 55 new jobs at the facility, adding to the 240 associates currently working a t the plant.

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Award Winning Construction Software Company EasyBuild UK attend the Property & Construction Summit

The A to Z of Building

Earlier this month multi award winning construction software company EasyBuild UK attended the online Property & Construction Summit, where CEO Carol Massay shared her industry.

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WFCA, CFI collaborate on educational webinar series

Floor Covering News

Dalton—The World Floor Covering Association (WFCA) and International Certified Flooring Installers Association (CFI) plan to co-host a two-part webinar series designed to help floor covering retailers and installers strengthen their team dynamics to create an unforgettable customer experience from sales through installation. As part of WFCA’s Knowledge is Power webinar series , this two-part webinar, “The Power of Partnerships, Retailers and Installers Coming Together,” will be delivered as inte

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BB Industries Opens West Coast Logistics Center

Stone Update

Southern California location speeds in product shipments.

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Shaw Industries to host ‘Great Indoors’ webinar

Floor Covering News

Dalton—Shaw Industries, in conjunction with Sustainable Brands, plans to host a webinar titled “ The Great Indoors – Creating a Nurturing Habitat for People and the Planet ” on Tuesday, Sept. 1, at 1 p.m. EST. The session brings together Shaw, Cradle to Cradle Products Innovation Institute and the International WELL Building Institute for a discussion about creating spaces designed for people and the planet.

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Economic indicators reflect optimism

Floor Covering News

By Reginald Tucker. Sales of some home stores were up 3.8% in July, according to the U.S. Commerce Dept. With so much negative news in the headlines—sky-high unemployment, COVID-19 flare-ups around the country, a sobering GDP outlook and economic uncertainty surrounding the upcoming Presidential Election—it’s hard to stay optimistic. However, newly released findings from ITR Economics—known for its spot-on forecasts and tempered, measured approach when gauging economic impacts—show some bright s

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