Floor Covering News

APRIL 4, 2023

Shaw has invested nearly $25 million in its Plant RP in Ringgold, Ga., since 2019 to ramp up its domestic manufacturing. W aterproof features remain a staple in the industry and RSAs continue to tout the performance attribute’s ability to drive customers in-store. What has evolved of late is the expansion of its accessibility. The waterproof label has transcended its rigid core roots and is now touted across a variety of flooring constructions—from SPC to tile and even hardwood and underlayment.

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Planitop 3D mortar/ink, the only one of its kind certified at international level for constructing buildings using 3D printing technology, contributed in Black Buffalo 3D Corporation’s Global Innovation Award from the National Association Home Builders (NAHB), an award that recognizes the most advanced and cutting-edge original products, services, homes, communities and champions of the building industry from around the world.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 4, 2023

Corey Smith, president of DMA Floors, looks forward to the opportunities available through Starnet membership. Columbus, Ohio–Starnet Commercial Flooring, the world’s largest network of full-service independent flooring contractors, announced that DMA Floors has joined the cooperative as a new member. Headquartered in Richmond, Va., DMA Floors is a full-service commercial flooring contractor servicing the state of Virginia.

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The A to Z of Building

APRIL 4, 2023

The jury has nominated four applications who stand to win the Swedish Steel Prize 2023. The nominated applications are innovative examples of cutting-edge technology, embracing the possibilities.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 4, 2023

A t Shaw Builder + Multifamily, we love talking all things fashion and trends. We have our hands on the pulse of macro and micro trends from the runway to pop culture and everything in between. We are always mindful of having the right flooring at the right time. However, trends come and go—some last longer than others; some last a lifetime. The disposable trends work well for the paint, clothing and cosmetic industries.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 4, 2023

Orlando, Fla.—During Coverings 2023, taking place in here April 18-21, the Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) will demonstrate tile installation techniques and GPTP Advanced Installer Certification (ACT) from start to finish in booth #4243. “Coverings represents an ideal setting for demonstrating tile installation best practices and certifications that support tile installers embracing the latest in tile technology,” said Brad Denny, executive director, CTEF.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 4, 2023

Clarksville, Tenn.—With the initial $35 million dollar expansion plan announced over one year ago, Florim USA started the production of gauged porcelain tile with the installation of the latest press technology, the Continua+ by Sacmi. Continua+ technology has revolutionized tile manufacturing, according to the company, transitioning form traditional press or mold production to production capable of a new level of size flexibility and thicknesses, expanding the number of possible applications.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 4, 2023

Chicago—NeoCon shared its robust lineup of featured presentations, virtual and on-site CEU programs, workshops and tours for this year’s edition, taking place here June 12-14 at The Mart. A dynamic complement to the show’s daily keynote presentations , the various sessions allow attendees to take deeper dives into a wide range of topics and gain insightful perspectives and strategies for professional advancement.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 4, 2023

Dalton—The World Floor Covering Association (WFCA) released a new “Tuesday Tips” this week. In the series, WFCA experts presents short video tips for improving customer service and optimizing staff performance. In the end, it’s all about understanding the importance of being 1% better than your competition. In this week’s Tuesday Tip , Tom Jennings reminds us to always be memorable to the customer by making your showrooms sizzle.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 4, 2023

St. Louis—The National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) and the Decorative Hardwoods Association (DHA) have announced the completion of comprehensive Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for wood flooring products. EPDs are a means to verify a product’s environmental impacts by providing objective, scientific data that quantifies how a product is made and its effects on the environment throughout its entire life cycle. “For years, flooring manufacturers across all categories have mark

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 4, 2023

I t’s no secret that relationships are the cornerstone of any business, both personal and professional. Social media and the internet have made it even easier, but not for everyone. Many people still find social media cumbersome and annoying. I hear remarks like, “I don’t like being online; I wasn’t born during the online era,” or “It takes too much time.

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