Floor Covering News

AUGUST 20, 2020

Resilient flooring remains the fastest growing flooring category in the industry, and 2019 again saw it dominate its competitors. FCNews research put the category at $5.433 billion in sales in 2019, an industry-leading 10.5% Pandemic pressures meet tariff troubles. 1 challenge for the flooring industry in 2020.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 26, 2022

The sales industry is about two things: Trust and value. Here’s how to harness the power of both and develop lasting relationships with customers, via sales strategy. A strong sales strategy is critically important to any organization. Successful sales strategies accrue an invaluable asset: Client trust.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 30, 2022

a family-owned tile distributor, has partnered with Tesserae Technologies and Nextworld, digital and technology solutions providers for the flooring industry. Tesserae will also deliver integrated tax compliance and transportation management to meet the needs of this specialty distributor of tile and tile-related products. “The

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MARCH 18, 2019

“Coverings wouldn’t be possible without the support of our host cities, so it’s incredibly important that we give back to the communities that welcome us each year,” said Jennifer Hoff, president of Taffy Event Strategies, the management company for Coverings. A donation ceremony will be held in the TCNA Art Tile Courtyard at 3:15 p.m.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 5, 2024

Dalton—COREtec, premium flooring brand of Shaw Industries , has released its 2024 new product introductions. According to the brand, its new additions focus on true consumer solutions, with products designed to meet homeowners’ most-desired performance benefits and messaging tested and proven to succeed at retail.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 17, 2021

The group, whose primary mission is to bring together representatives from all aspects of the flooring industry to tackle the installation crisis, has been making the rounds at virtually all the major flooring industry conferences and trade shows to drum up awareness and support for its cause.

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Floor Covering News

AUGUST 22, 2022

As a result, the resilient flooring category registered a staggering $8.426 billion (not including rubber) in sales in 2021 —an industry-leading 30.3% While a slowdown at the retail level may be felt at this point in the year, strategies are being devised to help address that challenge. increase over 2020’s revised $6.463 billion.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 19, 2021

Of those who responded 89% said they were likely to attend in June and 98% viewed the decision as favorable to the industry. TISE knows doing business in the flooring, stone and tile industry requires experiencing the products first-hand and building relationships in a face-to-face environment,” said Dana Hicks, show director. “We

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 29, 2024

Fellowship certainly permeated the large showroom floor as NRF members reconnected since their last meeting and shared best practices. We’re very proud of our family legacy,” said Jonathan Stred, vice president of corporate strategy and the oldest grandson of Pomerleau. How many businesses get to the fourth generation? Less than 4%?

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Coverings , the preeminent event for the ceramic tile and natural stone industry in North America, has released a lineup of featured conference sessions for Coverings 2022. Select sessions in this track include: Meeting Consumer Demand – Successful Exterior Installation. Arlington, Va.— Installation & Fabrication.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 20, 2023

B roadlume plans to host a Virtual Town Hall meeting on Wed., The [new website platform] will be on the cutting edge of everything moving forward like AI, a massive upgrade on mobile and SEO that can’t be matched in the industry.” The post Broadlume to host virtual town meeting appeared first on Floor Covering News.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 31, 2023

–The Resilient Floor Covering Institute (RFCI) held its annual fall board of directors and associate member meeting here recently amid strong attendance from across the resilient flooring category. The event covered a number of important topics related to the continued growth of the resilient industry.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 26, 2023

This strategic move aims to further solidify Louisville Tile’s position as a prominent player in the tile industry, expanding its market presence and enhancing its product portfolio. The acquisition represents a significant milestone for Louisville Tile. We are thrilled to welcome American Olean Midwest into the Louisville Tile family.”

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 2, 2022

Dallas—The thousands of attendees who made the trek to Las Vegas for TISE 2022 were given the opportunity to preview some of the newest, most innovative products in the industry, to negotiate deals with their business partners and vendors, learn more on a multitude of industry subjects and see old friends. I can’t wait for 2023!”.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 2, 2022

The Dixie Group has updated the industry on its fiber production plans in the wake of Invista’s announcement to exit the Nylon66 BCF fiber business within the next four to six months. ” Nuckols outlined the steps TDG has taken to meet the needs of its customers: Development of an alternative Nylon program that began in late 2018.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 1, 2024

Dalton—Shaw Industries Group Inc. Our sustain[HUMAN]ability strategy puts people at the center of all we do because we recognize that it takes a focus on people and the planet to create the better future we all seek.” spend in categories in which there are domestic small or diverse suppliers available to meet Shaw needs.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 16, 2023

Over the last several years, SPC has been driving the overall growth of the flooring industry— FCNews research shows that rigid core/SPC garnered 45.6% And with such a meteoric rise, the category has attracted subpar players, offering shoddy, commodity-driven product that does not meet high quality, performance and/or environmental standards.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 11, 2022

That includes emails, research, training, internal meetings and data management. By tracking sales productivity, your company can make changes to its processes and strategies that can increase the number of deals closed. This would show that these meetings are effective. The solution is two-pronged. Provide training.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 11, 2022

That includes emails, research, training, internal meetings and data management. By tracking sales productivity, your company can make changes to its processes and strategies that can increase the number of deals closed. This would show that these meetings are effective. The solution is two-pronged. Provide training.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 23, 2021

.— The International Surface Event (TISE) was held in-person here and re – e merged as an event full of connection, innovation and intention for the floor covering , stone and tile industries, show organizers said. Kudos to Informa for officially opening up our industry! Get notified when registration opens this September.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 8, 2022

.— Coverings , the preeminent event for the ceramic tile and natural stone industry in North America, released the winners of its 2022 Best Booth Awards. The program recognizes exceptional exhibitor booths based on design, creativity, display of product, use of space and overall presentation.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

A fine pedigree Decocer, a family-owned company, is located in Castellón, an area of ceramic industry tradition in Spain. “We We are part of a highly competitive industrial cluster where a great deal of innovation and valuable knowledge is generated,” Obrero said. This allows the company to manufacture a wide variety of formats.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 16, 2022

T he slowing economy has left many in the flooring industry scratching their heads as to what the future holds. High interest rates, slowing home purchases and a surplus of inventory are just a few of the challenges industry suppliers say will need to be tackled in the coming year. And how will you meet those challenges?

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020

Dalton—Shaw Floors has expanded its innovative, DIY-focused Floorigami peel-and-stick carpet tile platform with an industry-first, interactive e-commerce experience, the company said. The brand’s commitment to meeting its customers’ needs by adapting to shifting consumer preferences is reflected in its BOPIS e-commerce strategy.

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Floor Covering News

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

Attendees of the digital experience will be presented with a variety of complimentary tile and stone industry content, including three live educational webinars that offer Continuing Education Units (CEUs), on-demand content and installation demonstrations. The multi-session, digital experience is scheduled to take place Wednesday, Nov.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 26, 2024

In addition, in celebration of its 20th anniversary, Stonepeak will debut its newly updated logo, revitalized marketing and merchandising strategy. Also, on display in the booth are the revolutionary 4D ceramics— an industry-changing re-engineered porcelain surface that takes innovation to the next level.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 1, 2020

On a personal note, Dave was and continues to be one of the most respected people in the industry. When he spoke to a group there was no doubt he was an ultra-passionate, visionary leader within the industry. Dave changed my life and an entire industry. His industry accomplishments are amazing. He set the bar high.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 12, 2022

São Paulo—Portobello, a world leader in the ceramic tile industry, said it will be presenting products, accentuating its focus on the North American marketplace and updating all attendees information regarding construction of its upcoming new state-of-the-art factory in the United States during Coverings 2022.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 17, 2023

“We are very excited about all of the energy and enthusiasm for Coverings 2023,” Jennifer Hoff, CEO, Taffy Event Strategies, the show management company for Coverings 2023, told Floor Covering News. All indicators are pointing to increased attendance across the key tile and stone industry segments.

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Tile of Spain USA

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Earlier this year, Spanish manufacturers vowed to continue to meet the needs of architects and interior designers by keeping production going in the ceramic tile sector. Maintaining that commitment, Spanish manufacturers overcame the setbacks that 2020 presented and emerge with new designs, technologies and innovations in tile.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 20, 2021

FCNews is in attendance as all but four NFA members converge on Barnsley Gardens, here, to discuss new products and marketing strategies for 2021 at the NFA spring meeting. A key indication that 2021 is going to continue to be a record breaking year for the industry, despite some ongoing challenges. Adairsville, Ga.—

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Floor Covering News

JULY 5, 2022

It’s common knowledge among industry observers that commercial tends to lag behind residential activity—at least during normal business cycles anyway. Certain Main Street/ Commercial segments, like education, performed very well in 2021 and into 2022,” noted Quentin Quathamer, director of Main Street commercial, Shaw Industries.

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Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 26, 2020

Dalton—Shaw Industries Group, Inc. With well-being and personal safety at the forefront of today’s environment, Shaw’s Showcase 2021 markets are designed to lead that charge—and the flooring industry—with a fresh, innovative approach to the important tradition of market season. “We Philadelphia Commercial. Shaw Floors.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 13, 2022

It was a great opportunity to meet more of the Schönox and Küberit team and see their facilities.”. Schönox Hands ÖN training followed, introducing attendees to Need for Speed products and strategies. The Porsche Track Experience was one of the best times of my life,” said Les Lippert, president, Lippert Flooring and Tile. “It

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Floor Covering News

MAY 13, 2024

Floor Covering News ’ annual “People making a difference” special section is a tribute to those in the flooring industry who go about their daily business lives striving to make a positive impact. This year’s list represents all facets of the flooring industry—manufacturing, distribution, retail and installation.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 12, 2023

WELL is the world’s leading standard that focuses on advancing people’s health and well-being with a library of holistic, evidence-based strategies applicable across buildings, organizations and communities. This designation is the latest example of Shaw’s commitment to material health and providing market-driven solutions for its customers.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 5, 2023

This represents a quick way to meet other professionals who are aligned with your business. Get their business card and after the event send them a handwritten note telling them how much you enjoyed meeting them and learning about their business. By connecting with other aligned businesses, you can share knowledge, resources and leads.

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