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Not surprisingly, things aren’t so bad out there

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When the page turned from 2022 to 2023, flooring retailers were approaching these next 12 months with trepidation. While NFA members tend to be bigger and better capitalized than the average flooring dealer, they face the same issues as every retailer. Commercial sales have been fantastic. There is still demand out there.

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Exclusive: MSI sees opportunities amid challenges

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Overall, sales growth was a bright spot. Will flooring wind up in the black this year? Every survey will show you that 80% to 90% of homeowners, given the choice and affordability, would want a hard surface floor—which the first level up is SPC. My brother enjoys the countertop side more; I enjoy the flooring side much more.

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NWFA Expo: Strong turnout reflects optimism amid challenges

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—Proof that the North American hardwood flooring industry is not only surviving but thriving in the face of immense change was readily evident at the 36th National Wood Flooring Association ( NWFA Expo 2022 ) convention held here last month. Ditto for Dan Natkin, CEO of Bauwerk/Boen Floor. Now we’re back better than ever.

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