Architectural Ceramics

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

From left to right: Joey Caponiti / Maryland Commercial Rep, Kersi Press / Baltimore Commercial Rep, Betty Sullivan / Owner and CEO, James Lewis/ National Hospitality Rep, David Arabe / Commercial Sales Manager and David Benson/President and Principal (not shown). and can be installed as-is on a wall or floor, or fabricated.

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DECEMBER 10, 2020

—Ecore, a manufacturer of ergonomic and acoustic performance surfaces for commercial and athletic markets, announced that Allison Porter has joined its sales team as director of sales, east & strategic accounts. We are excited for Allison to join our team,” said Andy Bogart, executive vice president of sales operations for Ecore.

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AUGUST 25, 2020

It’s no secret that retail training is critical to maintaining a competitive advantage in flooring. However, thanks to the multitude of digital formats available, online training in all its permutations has allowed industry manufacturers, associations and buying groups to stay connected with flooring retailers. Alliance Flooring, Inc.

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APRIL 30, 2024

Hardwood flooring’s loss of market share to competing hard surfaces over the past 10-15 years is well catalogued and documented. The hardwood flooring sector continues to face stiff competition from look-alike product segments. As such, NWFA will co-host the Flooring Sustainability Summit scheduled for July 17-18 in Washington, D.C.

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MARCH 24, 2021

Washington, D.C.— Kaindl Flooring has joined the North American Laminate Flooring Association as its newest regular manufacturing member. Founded in 1897 and based in Austria, Kaindl Flooring said it is proud to join the NALFA and looks forward to making. positive contributions to the organization’s goals.

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Architectural Ceramics

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

With our headquarters and showrooms located in the DC-metro area, we’ve been known to cheer for the the Washington Redskins or the Baltimore Ravens. The flooring, done in one consistent and neutral material choice, also leads you from the reception desk to the sitting or waiting area. Alright coach, let’s put in porcelain.

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FEBRUARY 8, 2024

In 1981, while still operating MSI out of their basement, the Shahs secured the contract to supply black granite for the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington, D.C. With leadership shared by sons Raj and Rup Shah, MSI was recently projected to reach sales of more than $3 billion and employ over 3,500 people worldwide.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2022

Specialty flooring retailers are the drivers of this industry. In choosing their top retailer partners, suppliers looked beyond sales volume to other key attributes such as communication skills, trust, company culture and even benevolence as differentiating factors. Nampa Floors & Interiors. Nampa, Idaho.

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NOVEMBER 7, 2022

The Mohawk Momentum Roadshow 2023 will kick off in Washington, D.C. Washington, D.C.—Mohawk Themed “The Floor is Yours,” the appointment-only traveling show will kick off here Jan. Themed “The Floor is Yours,” the appointment-only traveling show will kick off here Jan. 10-11, MGM Grand.

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MAY 22, 2020

Not only would such a development stand to have a major impact on residential real estate sales and home prices, but it could also bode well for independent flooring dealers —the vast majority of which are located outside major cities. A case in point is Great Western Flooring, based in Naperville, Ill., Meadville, Pa.,

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Architectural Ceramics

JULY 13, 2018

AC’s Adele Collection used as a kitchen floor, in the color Soul. Washington : Inspired by monuments on the DC mall, this collection features a directional marble look. For further questions about the tile featured here, or to place a tile order, please contact sales@architecturalceramics.com.

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DECEMBER 12, 2023

Executives including Jeff Meadows, president of residential sales, are encouraging dealers to sign up early. Come to a road show in the first week of January and you will see the new products first and be able to place your sample orders or pallets—and you will be in business,” Meadows told Floor Covering News. 10-11: Washington, D.C.,

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APRIL 15, 2024

gross domestic product (GDP) in recent quarters, but that outlay has not trickled down to the flooring sector to the same degree. Just as the flooring industry benefited greatly by spending during the COVID-19 pandemic—when consumers stayed home and spent lavishly on home renovations, including flooring—the pendulum has swung the other way.

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JULY 9, 2021

Washington D.C.—Foam Foam Products Corporation has rejoined The North American Laminate Flooring Association (NALFA) as its newest associate member. manufacturer of residential and commercial acoustical underlayment products for the laminate flooring industry. Foam Products is a U.S. Foam Products is a U.S.

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AUGUST 30, 2021

—Galleher, one of the top five flooring distributors in the U.S., has expanded its partnership with Indusparquet, South America’s largest flooring manufacturer. Galleher will become the exclusive distributor of Indusparquet flooring products in the Pacific Northwest, effective immediately.

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MAY 1, 2020

NWFA’s first-ever virtual conference, which kicked off on April 30, welcomed hundreds of hardwood flooring contractors from around the country. In 2019, when the National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) began contemplating potential themes for its 2020 Wood Flooring Expo—originally scheduled to take place in Milwaukee, Wis.,

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JULY 17, 2018

AC’s Adele Collection used as a kitchen floor, in the color Soul. Washington : Inspired by monuments on the DC mall, this collection features a directional marble look. For further questions about the tile featured here, or to place a tile order, please contact sales@architecturalceramics.com.

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MARCH 1, 2023

The annual national awards program honors women who have demonstrated excellence and leadership in their careers and represent all levels of the manufacturing industry, from the factory floor to the C-suite. On April 20, the Manufacturing Institute will recognize 130 recipients of the Women MAKE Awards in Washington, D.C.

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NOVEMBER 20, 2023

Washington, D.C.—Confidence The MPI is a weighted average of four key market segments: three in the built-for-rent market (garden/low-rise, mid/high-rise and subsidized) and the built-for-sale (or condominium) market. The post Multifamily developer confidence weak in Q3 appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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MARCH 21, 2022

—Galleher, the largest flooring distributor on the west coast and third largest in the U.S., The expansion comes on the heels of its acquisition of West Valley Hardwood , a leading distributor of hardwood flooring and installation supplies throughout Washington and Oregon.

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OCTOBER 27, 2023

Washington, D.C.—Despite Because of a lack of existing homes in the marketplace, 31% of homes available for sale in August were new construction. The post Single-family starts post unexpected gain in September appeared first on Floor Covering News. million units, according to a report from the U.S.

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NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Washington, D.C.—The The component measuring low-rent units fell nine points to 36, the component measuring market rate apartments dropped 13 points to 39 and the component measuring for-sale units declined 10 points to 23. The post Multi-family development declines in Q3 appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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FEBRUARY 25, 2022

Washington, D.C.—Confidence Two of the three components increased from the third to the fourth quarter: the component measuring low-rent units fell seven points to 48, the component measuring market rate rental units inched up one point to 61 and the component measuring for-sale units posted a six-point gain to 53.

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AUGUST 20, 2021

Washington, D.C.—Confidence For-sale units/condominiums. The component measuring low-rent units rose three points to 49, the component measuring market-rate rental units fell three points to 51 and the component measuring for-sale units dropped seven points to 45. The MMS produces two separate indices.

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OCTOBER 5, 2023

“Mohawk has hosted regional events for more than two decades, but Momentum Roadshow has elevated the trade show experience,” said Jeff Meadows, Mohawk’s president of residential sales. 4-5, The Hotel at Avalon Washington, D.C.: The post Mohawk releases 2024 Momentum Roadshow schedule appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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MARCH 28, 2022

Washington D.C.—An New home sales declined 2% in February because of these factors. However, the measure of future sales expectations dropped 10 points, a significant decline representing growing concerns for housing demand in a tightening credit environment. over the last 12 months, reaching a 40-year high.

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FEBRUARY 22, 2021

Washington, D.C.—The The North American Laminate Flooring Association (NALFA) welcomed new officer and committee chairs as of Jan. Travis Bass, EVP sales and marketing at Swiss Krono USA completed a 4-year term as marketing chair. The post NALFA names new officer, committee chairs appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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MAY 20, 2021

Washington D.C.—Confidence The component measuring low-rent units rose four points to 46, the component measuring market rate rental units increased six points to 54 and the component measuring for-sale units jumped 13 points to 52. The post Multifamily construction improves in Q1 2021 appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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MARCH 18, 2020

With the gravity of the coronavirus (COVID-19) gripping the nation, the government mandating social distancing and schools and businesses closed or on hiatus across the country, flooring dealers have been forced to react quickly to this fluid situation. This stinks,” said Lauren Voit, owner of Great Western Flooring in Naperville, Ill.,

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MARCH 6, 2023

Washington, D.C.—While The component measuring low-rent units increased five points to 41, the component measuring market rate apartments dropped one point to 38 and the component measuring for-sale units remained even at 23. The post Multifamily developer confidence remains down appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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MAY 4, 2021

Washington, D.C.—The The North American Laminate Flooring Association (NALFA) announced a stunning rebound in laminate category sales for 2020. For the full year, the NALFA said its members, who represent most of the laminate flooring sold in North America, saw sales rise by 14%. Mannington Restoration laminate.

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MARCH 1, 2022

The Resilient Floor Covering Association (RFCI) continues to play a vital role in the advancement of the category, supporting its members through avenues such as advocacy and messaging, particularly in the area of sustainability. Blackstock: I’ve been in flooring almost 25 years. Bill, what made this position attractive to you?

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JUNE 16, 2021

The accelerated migration trend that had already started had an extensive impact on all businesses, urban- and suburban-based flooring retailers included. Urban housing markets also saw a decline in overall home sales, according to a report by realtor.com. based Great Western Flooring, located outside of Chicago.

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JULY 30, 2021

Washington, D.C.—Increased Buyers across these same regions also report seeing a decrease in the number of homes for sale over the same time frame: Northeast: 48% seeing more homes for sale compared to 43% in 2021. The post Outlook on housing availability, affordability declines appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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OCTOBER 21, 2020

Washington, D.C.—Single-family NAHB chief economist, Robert Dietz, added, “Home sales have exceeded for-sale home construction recently, which means additional home building in the near term. The post Single-family starts continue growth path appeared first on Floor Covering News. Census Bureau. higher in the Midwest, 6.4%

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NOVEMBER 18, 2020

Washington, D.C.—Single-family The October reading of starts was consistent with surging builder confidence , as single-family construction rises to meet strong buyer traffic, supported by low interest rates, a changing geography of demand , and a growing number of sales that have not started construction.

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FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Washington, D.C.—Record-low One trend that will help counterbalance growing housing affordability concerns is the suburban shift in home sales and construction to smaller markets. The post Housing affordability remains steady appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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