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NFA Showcase: Supplier turnout, product diversification excites dealers

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However, given the quality issues low-end SPC has been having, dealers were happy to see non-SPC products for a change. “We We saw a good mix of products, including hardwood and even rugs,” said Raffi Sarmazian, co-owner of Sarmazian Brothers Flooring, Waterloo, Ontario, Canada. The products weren’t just for show, either.

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Virginia Tile announces new distribution hub

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Indianapolis—Virginia Tile is expanding its operations into Indiana with the opening of a brand-new, all-in-one, full-service branch located here. Furthermore, the Indianapolis branch will serve as the third hub for servicing other Virginia Tile locations, benefiting from its centralized location.”

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Starnet 2023: Conditions bode well for commercial

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Erin West, commercial business development, AHF Products, fields questions from contractors during the vendor showcase at Starnet 2023. That’s certainly been the case for James Pennington, director of sales and project management for Jack Laurie Group, Indianapolis. “In remain fairly optimistic about commercial market activity.

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Daltile leads with innovation, stylish solutions

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In order to take advantage of the unprecedented demand, however, those dealers need to offer up products that speak to the evolving needs of their customer base. Dal-Tile’s one-two punch of tile innovation technology and leading style and design is what powers its product development and ongoing dealer opportunities. The ‘Power 5’.

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Winning at Retail 2023

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We want customers to love the style and design of the products. Waterloo, Ontario, Canada MERCHANDISING Show more with less “At Westvalley Carpet & Flooring, we have made a practice of focusing on the quality brands and products that consumers are looking for. And then we will discuss price and performance.” It’s pretty simple.”

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Why a manufacturing exec going retail makes sense

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and Indianapolis. But here’s the fun part: Vermette knows what America’s Floor Source should be paying for products because he was on the other side. But here’s the fun part: Vermette knows what America’s Floor Source should be paying for products because he was on the other side. Please visit fcnews.net/awards to vote.

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Residential carpet sales up 10%

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Retailers told FCNews carpet sales were up during the Mohawk Momentum Roadshow. Other buying groups told FCNews that carpet sales among members have also risen nicely. Retailers not affiliated with any of the major groups similarly reported strong residential carpet sales. Shown is Mohawk SmartStrand.

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