Floor Covering News

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Sam Kim, senior vice president, MSI, agreed, noting, “Tiles’ eco-friendly nature has grown commensurately with the consumers’ and commercial operators’ interest in eco-friendly products over the years. The final product creates a healthy and sustainable environment that is free from allergens, VOCs, formaldehyde and PVC.”.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 30, 2024

Our event is really about bringing our community together as much as it is about the latest hardwood products on display.” That sentiment underscored the theme of this year’s event: “Raise the Bar.” The hardwood flooring sector continues to face stiff competition from look-alike product segments.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 2, 2023

As an owner/sales manager, one of your main responsibilities is to ensure your sales team is adequately trained to excel in their roles. Weekly sales trainings are an essential aspect of ensuring your salespeople are equipped with the skills, knowledge and motivation needed to succeed.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

MAY 20, 2016

UofCTS also releases CTDA Certified Ceramic Tile Specialist (CCTS) Study Guide online course. Education is the fastest and easiest way to increase sales and profits! The online course is called the CTDA Certified Ceramic Tile Specialist (CCTS) Study Guide. The updated course has an expanded section on glass tile and mosaics.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 25, 2021

FCNews research shows commercial flooring revenues (including specified business as well as Main Street sales) totaled $6.134 billion last year—a falloff of 11.1% The corporate market took the biggest hit in 2020 as its share fell from 42% of sales in 2019 to approximately 38% last year. compared to 2019. in 2019 to 4.9%

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 17, 2023

And while inflation levels have fallen (4.98% as of April 12, as measured by the Consumer Price Index), it remains historically well above average; and yet, some studies are showing that consumers are unfazed by rising prices. In fact, many retailers are seeing an uptick in their top-line sales. While there remain challenges (i.e.,

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Floor Covering News

JULY 14, 2022

R esidential carpet sales grew an impressive 17.2% Consumers crave premium style and design in a quality product they can invest in and live on for years to come,” said Natalie Cady, director of premium brands residential channel strategy for Shaw Floors. in Q1 2022. Nuckols, president of the residential division of The Dixie Group.

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 12, 2021

The popularity (and affordability) of laminate flooring posed a threat to the wood flooring sector when that new product category came on to the scene in the U.S. Thanks to advancements in printing and screening technologies, for example, ceramic and porcelain products can be made to look like wood. market more than 20 years ago.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 21, 2022

In each of their three years, sales have increased steadily. Moss, a TV host and author who is known as the Queen of Bling, hosted a breakout session titled “Increase Sales, by Design.” That vibe was also felt by Steve Roan, vice president of sales for Decorative Concepts, to tout its woven vinyl products for indoor and outdoor spaces.

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Architectural Ceramics

JANUARY 4, 2016

Some products are trendy and edgy and others are classic staples whose popularity will outlive its owner. I actually made these in grad school when I probably should have been studying, and both were made with Oceanside glass tiles. Article by Christina Ginn, Vice President of Product and Marketing at Architectural Ceramics.

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Tile Talk

MAY 13, 2014

In our continuing effort to bring you the highest quality in cement tile products and designs, were happy to announce that our Artist Series now includes the Guillermo and Tania collection. green building products. Product Plug. Dwell on Design 2014 – Top Products. By Arpi Nalbandian , Tileometry. Tania Marmolejo.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

JULY 18, 2017

If you’re having trouble getting your kids to do homework, check out these cool study room ideas. Maybe all you need to kick-start your kid’s study habits is a change of scenery! Image: IS Architecture A contemporary graphic wall of storage and study space that can evolve from toddler art area to teenage study spot.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

When debating the merits of real hardwood vs. today’s incredibly realistic look-alike products, wood flooring enthusiasts often cite a familiar irony: the vast majority of LVP/SPC/WPC floors—as well as laminate—are actually designed to replicate real wood.

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Floor Covering News

JULY 17, 2023

H ardwood flooring retailers and contractors have long known that hardwood flooring is an aspirational product. Now RSAs have another talking point: A National Association of Realtors (NAR) study found that hardwood projects generate higher profit margins. For new wood flooring, homeowners would spend $5,500 and recoup $6,500. “It

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JULY 24, 2012

Then I specialized in architectural and contractor sales, and specified and sold many larger architectural projects. I later worked as a sales manager for Laticrete International for seven years, before founding Ceramic Tile and Stone Consultants (CTaSC) on May 5, 2002. TD: How and why was CTaSC Established?

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JUNE 28, 2019

Regardless of the industry- manufacturing, health care, retail, financial services, sales and marketing or the US government-the following profile emerges. Regardless of what you call them, those people who buy your products or services are the lifeblood of your business and are your reason for being. The result was dramatic.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 11, 2022

Quinn—Retail sales associates (RSAs) should thoroughly understand their store’s products and services and come across as knowledgeable and professional—that’s a no-brainer. Our sales professionals are thoroughly trained on every product that hits the sales floor.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 4, 2022

Within the app, users will find micro-learning modules designed specifically for quick reference and better retention across various topics of study. On3 comes fully equipped with hundreds of modules across categories from product knowledge to leadership training, risk mitigation, best practices and more.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 12, 2023

R esearchers and marketers around the globe have conducted countless studies on the key generational groups —along with their buying habits and purchasing power—across a variety of consumer segments. Studies have consistently shown how this group has demonstrated its growing purchasing power and influence. population.

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

MAY 31, 2019

We hope you like the products we recommend. Just so you are aware, Freshome may collect a share of sales from the links on this page. Houzz Kitchen Trends Study provides insight regarding the most popular kitchen trends in home improvement. The 2019 U.S. Engineered quartz is also available in a variety of options.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 4, 2020

The product is made in Dalton. manufacturing in 2019 commanded a significantly greater share vs. 14 Asian exporters tracked in the study. flooring mills including Mohawk, Shaw and Mannington continue to expand domestic production as they seek to control their destiny through vertical integration and supply change management.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 14, 2021

By that stage of the sale we know the customers’ personal preferences and have had the opportunity to ask them whether they want installers to be wearing a mask—everyone has declined.”. In-store, things are going to be a bit awkward for a while,” said Marina Tassi, senior product manager at Heady, a global marketing research firm.

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

JANUARY 16, 2012

For Kermit Baker, director of the Remodeling Futures Program at the Joint Center for Housing Studies, Harvard University, the whole malaise can be traced back to the decade of overbuilding in the housing market that occurred prior to 2007. “A percent, and existing home sales grew by 17.8 They were down 7.9 They were down 7.9

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Floor Covering News

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

The flooring industry has long known that hardwood flooring is an aspirational product. Now RSAs have another talking point : a National Association of Realtors (NAR) study found that refinishing hardwood floors generated the highest returns on investment—higher than any other project.

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Floor Covering News

JUNE 14, 2022

Critical thinking is like the study of logic—it relates to how we make decisions and use our judgment. Customers and sales-people alike can fall into this trap. This is especially true on the sales floor. For example, during your sales consultations, don’t give the customer too many choices.

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Synchrony, the premier consumer financial services company, recently released its “Major Purchase Journey Study,” which reveals some interesting little tidbits about the connection between financing and consumer purchasing psychology. However, be sure to broach the subject of credit early on in the sales process.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 17, 2021

When the dust cleared and all the numbers were counted, total industry sales fell just short of 2019’s numbers at $22.951 billion, a decline of 0.5%. FCNews ’ exclusive research reveals total 2020 flooring sales topped out at $22.951 billion and 18.969 billion square feet. This comes on the heels of 4.6% in volume in 2017; 5.1%

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Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

OCTOBER 2, 2017

We hope you like the products we recommend. Just so you are aware, Freshome may collect a share of sales from the links on this page. Image: Ferguson Shop a similar look: Bar Stool | Cone Pendant Lights | Chrome Ceiling Lamps According to the 2017 Houzz Kitchen Study , the contemporary style is the No.

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Floor Covering News

MAY 4, 2021

It will be an exciting time of change and opportunity, with new concepts to consider and new products to explore.”. As a group, they are working collectively with their mill partners to research plans to deliver product to NFA showrooms. “We which has supported the Stainmaster brand for 35 years. “It

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Floor Covering News

DECEMBER 12, 2022

When it comes to assessing (and responding to) threats to your business, some say it’s important to “study your competition” in order to get a better understanding of how they operate. I wanted to find out if other stores offered a unique experience that we should consider implementing in our sales presentation process. .

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Floor Covering News

JANUARY 29, 2021

Case in point: If a waterproof flooring product is installed over a concrete floor slab, a surprising amount of moisture may still be in the sub­strate. A waterproof flooring product will serve as an impervious layer that won’t allow moisture to escape. Jason Spangler is sales manager for Wagner Meters.

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Floor Covering News

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Here are three things you can do to avoid a downtown: A) Learn to present and sell a 10% better product; B) Improve your selling skills; and C) Cultivate your customer base—reach out to old customers, send thank you notes and use social media to promote. Start with the best products. Stop making excuses; start taking action.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 14, 2021

Armstrong Flooring was voted a brand leader in Builder Magazine’s 2020 Brand Use Study, an annual survey of building professionals. We’re extremely proud of this recognition from the building community,” said Tom Cole, vice president, residential sales at Armstrong Flooring. “We Lancaster, Penn.—Armstrong

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CTDA's Tiledealer Blog

OCTOBER 23, 2012

Companies not communicating via Facebook, Twitter and a website risk looking dusty in this digital age; and even those that do are being upstaged by competitors whose blogs tout the latest news about products, promotions and industry trends. Studies have shown consumers are more likely to buy products and services from people they know.

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Floor Covering News

MARCH 19, 2021

“There are many challenges in today’s health care settings, and the COVID-19 pandemic has only further intensified these issues over the past year,” said Bo Barber, executive vice president of sales and marketing for Ecore.

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StoneDimensions

FEBRUARY 20, 2015

I am the Vice President of Sales and Marketing for Coldspring (formally known as the Cold Spring Granite Company), in Cold Spring, MN USA. The mission of the MIA is to serve and support the dimension natural stone industry by providing an array of services, products, and authoritative information important to, and valued by, industry members.

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Floor Covering News

APRIL 19, 2022

Numerous polls and studies show that Americans have lost trust in American institutions: government, universities, legacy media, social media, religion, corporations, marriage, law enforcement, health care, etc. For decades I’ve used testimonials and taught owners how to obtain and use testimonials in their sales and marketing.

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