Floor Covering News
DECEMBER 1, 2020
By Reginald Tucker. COREtec’s Minerva. As the waterproof category continues to rapidly expand, suppliers are employing various methods and technologies to differentiate themselves from the pack. Following is a sampling of the different innovations, processes and features suppliers are incorporating in their waterproof products to offer consumers added protection against moisture incursion.
Cement Style
DECEMBER 1, 2020
Our backyard has become an extension of our home living routine and we’re spending more time living and entertaining on our decks and patios. As we head into the colder weather months, interest is increasing in extending outdoor living because it is a safer option. It’s no wonder that backyard home improvement projects are surging. So, when Chelsea Foy from Lovely Indeed shared her gorgeous backyard patio remodel reveal and installation ‘how-to,’ we thought the timing cou
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Architectural Ceramics
DECEMBER 4, 2020
We’ve been clinging to the last (relatively) warm days of the year, but it looks like winter weather is finally upon us. Enjoy the new cooler temps while jamming out to our Winter Wonderland playlist – full of seasonal inspired hits! Listen on Spotify. Our friendly, knowledgeable staff is always happy to help advise on tile design. Visit one of our DC, MD, or VA tile showrooms for a free tile design consultation.
Rubble Tile
DECEMBER 1, 2020
One thing the pandemic has done is influenced how much time we spend at home. That also means many households and individuals are focusing their attention on their living spaces. There has been a marked uptick in home remodeling and home services in general in.
Floor Covering News
NOVEMBER 30, 2020
American Olean’s Mythique Marble Majestic design. Dallas, Texas—American Olean has launched its new Mythique Marble collection—a complete porcelain floor, ceramic wall and mosaic tile collection offering four on-trend marble designs. All Mythique Marble products also feature Microban technology that provides powerful antimicrobial product protection.
Cement Style
DECEMBER 1, 2020
Our backyard has become an extension of our home living routine and we’re spending more time living and entertaining on our decks and patios. As we head into the colder weather months, interest is increasing in extending outdoor living because it is a safer option. It’s no wonder that backyard home improvement projects are surging. So, when Chelsea Foy from Lovely Indeed shared her gorgeous backyard patio remodel reveal and installation ‘how-to,’ we thought the timing cou
Stone Update
DECEMBER 3, 2020
North America’s largest stone quarrier/supplier expands portfolio of natural-stone products.
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Floor Covering News
DECEMBER 1, 2020
Dave Gheesling, co-founder of the FEI Group, who passed away unexpectedly on Nov. 11 at the age of 53, left an indelible mark on the legions of flooring professionals who considered Gheesling a treasured friend. Following are tributes and personal remembrances. Andy Hogan, FEI Group. Reflecting on the formation of the group, Andy Hogan, co-founder and COO of FEI Group , said, “Manufacturers were growing in size and consolidating, leaving the flooring contractors to unite and carve their own path
Cement Style
DECEMBER 1, 2020
Our backyard has become an extension of our home living routine and we’re spending more time living and entertaining on our decks and patios. As we head into the colder weather months, interest is increasing in extending outdoor living because it is a safer option. It’s no wonder that backyard home improvement projects are surging. So, when Chelsea Foy from Lovely Indeed shared her gorgeous backyard patio remodel reveal and installation ‘how-to,’ we thought the timing cou
Life of an Architect
NOVEMBER 30, 2020
"Addition by Subtraction" was the theme for the renovation of my bar. Considerate detailing that thought about the entire space resulted in a simple and modern solution. The post Bar Renovation – From Bad to Better first appeared on Life of an Architect. Continue reading Bar Renovation – From Bad to Better at Life of an Architect.
The A to Z of Building
DECEMBER 1, 2020
Plastic was invented in the late 19th century, and since then, it has transformed human lives. The advent of plastic paved the way to a robust, lightweight, and economical material, which.
Floor Covering News
NOVEMBER 30, 2020
Alliance attendees from left: Ben Shepherd, Gainesville CarpetsPlus ColorTile; Ann McDermott, Shaw; Josh Elder, Gainesville; Scott Sandlin, Shaw; and Kevin Logue, Alliance. By Ken Ryan. Slowly but surely, more live, in-person flooring events are returning in 2021. At press time, Market Maker Events (MME) is planning a few regional shows. Alliance Flooring has scheduled its annual convention for March 4-9 in Orlando; the National Floorcovering Alliance (NFA), fresh off the heels of its successful
Architectural Ceramics
NOVEMBER 30, 2020
Top 5 Design Posts of the Week. December 3rd, amidst a bustling Holiday Season, brings us the International Day of People with Disabilities, a day dedicated by the World Health Organization as a day to “celebrate ‘a day for all.'” According to the WHO, it is estimated that over 15% of the world’s population currently experiences some form of disability, whether temporary or life-long.
Tile of Spain USA
DECEMBER 3, 2020
Tile of Spain, the association representing over 125 Spanish tile manufacturers, announces the winners of the 19th annual Tile of Spain Awards of Architecture and Interior Design. The panel of judges, chaired by architects Kengo Kuma of KKAA, met on Thursday, November 26 th to evaluate the submissions and name a winner in each category. Winning Projects: Architecture: “Casa Ter” by Mesura Studio.
The A to Z of Building
DECEMBER 3, 2020
Harmet is an Estonian offsite construction company that was founded in 1992 and employs some 800 people across five factories in Estonia and Finland. Harmet’s main products are wooden modular.
Floor Covering News
DECEMBER 2, 2020
The AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, is the site for the 2021 Southwest Flooring Market. Marietta, Ga.– Market Maker Events (MME) , producers of the Flooring Markets, has announced the Southwest Flooring Market will now take place April 8-9, 2021, at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The event was originally scheduled to take place January 7-8. .
Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens Inc.
DECEMBER 4, 2020
Thanksgiving through New Year’s is a holiday marathon traditionally marked by extra cooking and baking. Is your kitchen ready? Whether you’re planning to host dinners at your home, prepare dishes for a potluck, or bake cookies to hand out to friends and neighbors, you need a clean, spacious, well-equipped kitchen for the job. Here are 15 tips to get your kitchen holiday-ready!
Floor Covering News
DECEMBER 1, 2020
(First of two parts). By Jim Augustus Armstrong. “If 10 people walk into your store, how many buy?”. “If I’m personally doing the sale, it’s probably six or seven out of 10,” he replied. “But for the rest of my team, it’s probably three or four out of 10.”. I run into this issue fairly often when working with flooring store owners. The owners have closed-sale averages that are significantly higher than that of their sales team.
Floor Covering News
DECEMBER 3, 2020
Calhoun, Ga.—For fifteen consecutive years, Mohawk has earned a place among Training magazine’s ranking of world-class learning and development organizations. “During this challenging and unprecedented time, Mohawk’s commitment to personal and professional development has never been more important,” said Heather Hess, talent development manager, Mohawk.
Floor Covering News
DECEMBER 3, 2020
San Francisco—Smith & Fong Co., announced the introduction and re-engineering of its popular Deco Palm flooring style in a wider, longer plank for 2021. Comprising a thicker India black palm face veneer with a denser, strand-bamboo substrate, the new Deco Palm flooring will be sold in planks that measure 9/16 x 6 x 72. The new substrate provides greater hardness and dimensional stability, the company said, and the long planks make the new flooring perfect for residential and commercial insta
Floor Covering News
DECEMBER 3, 2020
Chris Knight from the City of Stillwater presented the award to Armstrong Flooring’s Melissa Gazaway at the Stillwater plant. Stillwater, Okla.—Armstrong Flooring, Inc., was named the business winner in the 30 th annual Environmental Excellence Awards sponsored by Keep Oklahoma Beautiful, as a result of environmental stewardship efforts at the company’s Oklahoma plant, located here.
Floor Covering News
NOVEMBER 30, 2020
Atlanta, Ga.— LG Hausys Floors introduced Atmosphere, a new homogeneous sheet solution created to meet the rigorous health, safety and design requirements for health care environments. Featuring LG Hausys’ innovative new chip design, Atmosphere combines best-in-class durability, anti-bacterial properties and ease of maintenance with a palette of fresh and uplifting colors, the company said.
Floor Covering News
DECEMBER 4, 2020
Manchester, NH—CCA Global’s University training program and curriculum have been recognized as one of the top 100 nationwide with a 2021 Training Top 100 designation, awarded by Training magazine. Training magazine, the leading business publication for Learning and Development (L&D) professionals, ranked companies’ excellence in employer-sponsored training and development programs in 2020 to compile the list.
Floor Covering News
DECEMBER 2, 2020
Aquafil’s regeneration plant in Slovenia recycles carpet waste and other materials such as fishing nets. Cartersville, Ga.—The Planet Recycling, Inc., carpet collections network will join Aquafil Group’s journey to the circular economy in mid-December 2020. Planet Recycling, Inc., based in Phoenix, Ariz., has been an industry leader in recycling residential and commercial carpet waste and carpet pad materials for more than 35 years.
The A to Z of Building
DECEMBER 2, 2020
Polyglass U.S.A., Inc., a leading manufacturer of roofing and waterproofing systems, teamed up with D&D Roofing, a roofing contractor in Nevada, to provide a new roofing system for a.
The A to Z of Building
DECEMBER 2, 2020
Peab has been commissioned to rebuild ten kilometers of highway 23 between Huseby and Marklanda which is on the stretch between Älmhult and Växjö The road section will become a divided.
Floor Covering News
DECEMBER 1, 2020
By Lisbeth Calandrino. I was speaking with my next door neighbor recently about what she was serving for Thanksgiving. She told me she had enough points at one of her favorite grocery stores, so she could get a free turkey. However, to get the turkey, she had to spend $250 the previous month. That got me thinking about something similar we did about 30 years ago when I was in retail; if you spent $2,000 in October or November, we would give the customer a coupon for a free turkey.
Floor Covering News
NOVEMBER 30, 2020
By Roman Basi. The Small Business Administration (SBA) recently released three new guidelines addressing some of the most frequently asked questions regarding Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans , which were provided to small businesses as a response to the economic losses due to COVID-19 -related shutdowns. PPP borrowers can qualify to have the loans forgiven if the proceeds are used to pay certain eligible costs.
Floor Covering News
DECEMBER 1, 2020
By Ken Ryan. No longer content with beiges and grays, consumers today are demanding more color choices in their carpet. Mills are fulfilling that desire with innovations that create bold statements in broadloom and rugs. Following are some of the standout carpet innovations of 2020. 1. ANDERSON TUFTEX. Colorpoint Platinum technology. AT’s most advanced broadloom tufting technology, Colorpoint Platinum, opened new doors for the brand to create truly elevated styles.
Floor Covering News
NOVEMBER 30, 2020
Category bends, but doesn’t break, under pressure. By Megan Salzano. RevoTile is Daltile’s answer to the installer crisis—a genuine porcelain floating floor system that can be installed in one day. Facing an unprecedented year of tumult, ceramic tile has continued its downward trend in 2020 following the category’s 2019 decline—its first loss in a decade.
Floor Covering News
DECEMBER 2, 2020
Miami, Fla.—Tile of Spain, the association representing more than 125 Spanish tile manufacturers, announced the winners of the 19 th annual Tile of Spain Awards of Architecture and Interior Design. The panel of judges, chaired by architects Kengo Kuma of KKAA, met on Thursday, Nov. 26 to evaluate the submissions and name a winner in each category. Wining Projects: Architecture.
Floor Covering News
DECEMBER 3, 2020
Traditional marketing strategies remain relevant in today’s retail landscape, but radio, billboard and TV ads are not the collective arsenal they once were. Digital marketing has taken the reins and become a key aspect of success. A major component of digital marketing is lead generation. “Today, digital marketing is a must and is the major source of lead generation,” explained Chad Ogden, president, QFloors. “If ignored by a dealer, it could lead to their demise.”
Floor Covering News
NOVEMBER 30, 2020
Ocean Sand Signature. Stoddard, N.H.—Carlisle Wide Plank Floors, a leader in artisan-crafted wide plank hardwood flooring for residential and commercial spaces, has added four distinctive floors to its full-time offering. The new floors represent the most common requests Carlisle said it has received from its designer and consumer clients to alter floors in the company’s standard hardwood flooring collections.
Floor Covering News
NOVEMBER 30, 2020
By Steve Feldman. To say the news came as a shock would be a greater understatement than to say COVID-19 has been an annoyance. The email I received was short and to the point. It came from the Floor Covering Industry Foundation. “I wanted to share with you that our board member and friend, Dave Gheesling, passed away yesterday. Dave, as a new board member, quickly took to sharing the FCIF mission with his peers—having his donation tripled by matching gifts last year…”.
Jack Rosen Custom Kitchens Inc.
DECEMBER 4, 2020
Thanksgiving through New Year’s is a holiday marathon traditionally marked by extra cooking and baking. Is your kitchen ready? Whether you’re planning to host dinners at your home, prepare dishes for a potluck, or bake cookies to hand out to friends and neighbors, you need a clean, spacious, well-equipped kitchen for the job. Here are 15 tips to get your kitchen holiday-ready!
Floor Covering News
DECEMBER 4, 2020
Somerset, Ky.—Somerset Hardwood Flooring has entered into a single distribution agreement with distributor William M. Bird and Co., to represent the entire branded line of Somerset Hardwood Flooring in the southern region of the U.S. According to the company, this agreement gives William M. Bird single distribution in middle and eastern Tennessee, South Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, Florida and most of North Carolina.
Floor Covering News
DECEMBER 1, 2020
Washington, D.C.—A trend of higher demand for housing in lower-density areas reported in the second quarter NAHB Home Building Geography Index (HBGI) has persisted into the fall, as single-family and multi-family construction continued to over perform in lower-cost markets like suburbs and exurbs. The third quarter HBGI revealed a suburban shift for consumer home buying preferences in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic is accelerating as telecommuting is providing individuals more flexibility to
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