Floor Covering News
APRIL 29, 2024
In school an A+ signifies exceptional performance in the classroom or a subject, normally achieved by a minimum of students. In flooring, retailers hand out accolades for their top products. In this case, the upper-echelon offerings must clear a high hurdle—quality construction, style and design, looks and inventory availability, to name a few. Ultimately, the product must resonate with the customer to truly garner A+ status.
Rubble Tile
APRIL 29, 2024
Drawing inspiration from the rich textures of cross-cut travertine, our Stoneline collection showcases the intricate beauty of this ancient sedimentary stone. Renowned for its layers and swirls of amalgamated rock materials, travertine features a unique veining and stratification that develop over millennia. By purposefully featuring. The post Italian-Designed Stoneware Tiles with Cross-Cut Travertine Elegance first appeared on Rubble Tile.
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Onfloor Technology
MAY 1, 2024
Mastic is a versatile adhesive that is known for its robust bonding properties and is commonly used to affix tiles, carpet flooring, wall coverings, and concrete surfaces. However, over time, mastic can deteriorate, leaving behind a stubborn residue that not only mars the aesthetics of your concrete but can also impede new installations.
JG Kitchens
MAY 1, 2024
I've been telling whoever would listen that regulators and legislators should pitch appliance electrification on the basis of the family's health, rather than the planet's. As one of my sources, a homebuilding marketing consultant noted, "No one wants to buy a house that will kill them." The post Wellness Concerns Top Sustainability Report (I Told You So!
Floor Covering News
MAY 1, 2024
Franklin, Tenn.—Atlas Concorde USA unveiled its latest porcelain tile offerings, showcasing a fusion of inspiration and innovation at Coverings 2024. With a commitment to pushing the boundaries of design, this year’s collections—Beyond Calacatta, Beyond Dolomite and Memory Oak—embrace the essence of raw materials while introducing a diverse palette of colors previously unseen in nature. “The intention behind our new collections is to redefine the possibilities in interior design,R
The A to Z of Building
APRIL 29, 2024
This study explores eco-friendly wire mesh configurations to bolster the sustainability of reinforced concrete structures. By assessing mechanical properties like compressive and flexural strength, alongside energy absorption, through different mesh layers and orientations, the research illuminates pathways for optimizing lightweight aggregate concrete (LWAC).
Floor Covering News
MAY 1, 2024
Las Vegas—Decocer, a ceramic company specializing in the design and manufacture of small-size tiles, participated for the first time at HD Expo, held here April 30-May 2. The ceramic company is a strategic partner that designs custom collections tailored to the needs of manufacturers, distribution chains and architects and interior designers. Decocer’s beginnings date back to the tradition of hand-painted and decorated ceramics with several firings until it became a modern industry with th
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Floor Covering News
APRIL 30, 2024
Clemson, S.C.—U.S. ceramic tile consumption in 2023 was 2.85 billion square feet, down 7.3% from the previous year, according to the Tile Council of North America (TCNA). Imports U.S. ceramic tile imports were at 2.00 billion square feet in 2023, an 8.4% decline from the prior year. Imports comprised 70.2% of 2023 U.S. tile consumption by volume, down from 71.1% in 2022.
Floor Covering News
MAY 2, 2024
Jim Parello Los Angeles—Emser Tile has added to its leadership team with the appointment of Jim Parello to the position of executive vice president of sales. He brings several decades of experience in various areas including management, sales, marketing, product development and operations. “Our team is pleased to welcome Jim aboard,” said Carl Delia, president of Emser Tile. “With his wealth of experience and proven track record, he will play a key part in improving efficiencie
Floor Covering News
MAY 3, 2024
Baxter, Tenn.—Portobello America has made significant enhancements to its tile collections, blending innovation, versatility and exceptional design seamlessly. The revamped collections introduce the new 18 x 48 format, enriched with relief textures. The introduction of three relief textures—Bordi, Doghi, and Graffi—seamlessly integrated into the new 18 x 48 format are designed to transform spaces with their tactile charm.
Floor Covering News
APRIL 29, 2024
Atlanta— VitrA Tiles made its fourth appearance at this year’s Coverings exhibition here from April 22 to 25, 2024. Coverings is the premier tile show in the United States. This year, the show attracted over a thousand brands from 40 countries. The VitrA booth, spanning more than 1200 square feet, featured trend-setting cement, stone, wood and marble collections along with an extensive outdoor tile collection.
Floor Covering News
APRIL 29, 2024
Ty Pennington Karndean has offered up highly stylized, ultra-realistic and unapologetically attainable luxury vinyl for the past 50 years. It’s safe to say it has done so much more than live up to its namesake. So what’s a brand to do once it solidifies its place as one of the top design firms in the industry? Partner with one of the most recognizable faces in design to highlight that prowess—and bring numerous advantages to its retail partners—of course.
Floor Covering News
APRIL 29, 2024
The Floor Covering Education Foundation (FCEF) was established with the aim of promoting career opportunities in flooring installation, building pathways to training, supporting programs and facilitating job placement for the next generation. To achieve these objectives, FCEF has adopted a two-track approach. The first track, a long-term strategy, focuses on supporting the future workforce of the flooring industry through locally implemented programs in community colleges and high schools.
Floor Covering News
MAY 3, 2024
Every two weeks, FCNews seeks out flooring retailers across the country to offer their advice on hot topics of the day. This week, we asked: What areas of your business are showing strength? Here are their responses: “There has been a multitude of changes in our market, including flooring stores closing. We’ve been fortunate enough to now get our foot in the door with insurance and restoration companies, and capitalizing on additional work that is now up for grabs that were once loyal to t
Floor Covering News
MAY 2, 2024
Louisville, Ky.—Anyone who has attended an FCA Network convention over the last five years has probably noticed the youth movement taking place, with millennials and Gen Zers now occupying leadership positions. Coincidence? Not so, according to Olga Robertson, FCA Network president. “This was intentional,” she told FCNews. “In order for FCA Network to be strong in the future we needed younger entrepreneurs.
Floor Covering News
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. That sobering assessment, however, has done little to deter wood flooring professionals’ continued love affair with the category as evidenced by the high level of attendee participation in (and enthusiasm for) this year’s National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) expo.
The A to Z of Building
MAY 2, 2024
May 2 2024 Reviewed by Bethan Davies Aston University and construction company Miles Macadam are collaborating to develop more sustainable road surfaces.
Floor Covering News
MAY 1, 2024
Columbus, Ohio—AFS Group (America’s Floor Source), a top-five independent flooring retailer, has acquired the assets and intellectual property of Lewis Floor & Home (Lewis). Lewis is the premier flooring, countertop, cabinet and window treatment dealer for the north shore of Chicago with sales of more than $20 million annually. The latest acquisition to the AFS Group portfolio expands its reach with high-end customers and provides a growth platform for all its business channels in Illi
The A to Z of Building
MAY 2, 2024
A recent editorial delves into the latest advancements in concrete structures, emphasizing sustainability and technological progress. From novel cement compositions to AI-driven optimization, the research highlights diverse strategies for enhancing infrastructure durability and environmental responsibility, paving the way for a more sustainable future in construction.
The A to Z of Building
MAY 3, 2024
In view of the recent fires and loss of life in refurbished buildings, Cintec™ has been fully aware of the danger of fire and has always produced fire resistant remedial anchors and reinforcement.
The A to Z of Building
MAY 1, 2024
A study in the journal Infrastructures investigates the adoption of five-dimensional (5D) Building Information Modeling (BIM) in Norway's construction sector. Through case studies and interviews with industry experts, the research highlights challenges, software evaluations, and the potential of 5D BIM to enhance project management and cost estimation.
Floor Covering News
MAY 2, 2024
Washington, D.C.— Builder sentiment was flat in April as mortgage rates remained close to 7% over the past month and the latest inflation data failed to show improvement during the first quarter of 2024, according to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). “With many frustrated buyers back on the fence waiting for interest rates to fall, policymakers can help ease affordability challenges by reducing inefficient regulatory rules that raise housing costs and limit supply,” said Carl Har
Floor Covering News
MAY 2, 2024
Jason Richardson (left) and Sean O’Malley of Source One Solon, Ohio— Tarkett has welcomed Jason Richardson to its team as director of customer experience for Source One, the company’s project management service. Richardson brings with him more than 20 years of experience in the flooring industry, including prior roles at Milliken & Company, Shaw and Southeastern Commercial Flooring.
Floor Covering News
APRIL 30, 2024
Dalton—The World Floor Covering Association (WFCA) released a new “Tuesday Tips” this week. In the series, WFCA experts presents short video tips for improving customer service and optimizing staff performance. In the end, it’s all about understanding the importance of being 1% better than your competition. In this week’s “Tuesday Tips ,” Tom Jennings shares his thoughts that most sales meetings have very little to do with actually selling.
The A to Z of Building
APRIL 30, 2024
Researchers in Buildings journal propose the CEACE method, integrating environmental indicators like CF, EF, WF, and CDW to assess sustainability in residential construction in Andalusia, Spain. Analyzing 15 diverse projects, the method offers holistic evaluation, identifies environmental impacts, and suggests improvements, highlighting its effectiveness in promoting sustainable construction practices.
Floor Covering News
MAY 1, 2024
Doug Jackson San Diego, Calif.—Ernst & Young has named Doug Jackson, president and CEO of Cali, an Entrepreneur Of The Year 2024 Pacific Southwest Award finalist. Over the past seven years Jackson has directed Cali’s growth and charted a strong, sustainable future for the omni-channel flooring brand. Now in its 38 th year, Entrepreneur Of The Year is the preeminent competitive business award for leaders who disrupt markets, revolutionize sectors and have a transformational impact.
Floor Covering News
MAY 1, 2024
Washington, D.C.—Despite higher interest rates, new home sales rose in March due to limited inventory of existing homes. However, the pace of new home sales will be under pressure in April as mortgage rates moved above 7% , which is expected to moderate sales and increase the use of builder sales incentives this spring. “Although consumer demand has been somewhat dampened due to higher interest rates, builders continue to supply new homes to the market to lift inventory to make up for the low re
Floor Covering News
MAY 1, 2024
Dalton—Shaw Industries Group Inc. has released its 2023 corporate sustainability report, the company’s 16 th annual reporting of its efforts focused on people and the planet. The report details the company’s progress toward its 2030 goal to optimize all products in alignment with Cradle to Cradle design principles and showcases Shaw’s commitment to creating a better future.
Floor Covering News
APRIL 30, 2024
St. Petersburg, Fla.—Centricity, a lifestyle services company and leader in providing flooring protection, has made a significant financial commitment to the Floor Covering Education Foundation (FCEF) to address the flooring industry’s installation service labor crisis. This partnership underscores a shared commitment to nurturing skilled labor in the flooring sector and fortifying the future of the industry. “We are thrilled to receive this generous donation from Centricity, which will si
Floor Covering News
APRIL 30, 2024
The McSweeney Group has been helping companies in the flooring and interiors industry with their hiring needs for more than 25 years. During this time, we have encountered a wide variety of candidates, executives and hiring managers, as well as reasons why some long-term hires succeed and others fail. One of the main reasons for success or lack thereof often comes down to emotional intelligence (EI).
Floor Covering News
APRIL 30, 2024
Do you need more installers? Is the lack of installers impacting your ability to grow your business? What if there was a way you could get all the installers you need right now? Well, it turns out you can, and that is what this column is all about. In a recent Floor Covering News Marketing Mastery webinar, which I co-host alongside Ken Ryan, FCNews senior editor, we had two guest experts who revealed a program that will help you consistently recruit new installers for your business right now.
Floor Covering News
APRIL 29, 2024
Spoiler alert: This column has nothing to do with flooring. But it does have to do with something that could affect you one day. So strap in, kids, and get ready for your blood to boil. Here’s the backdrop: We live in a capitalist society, right? Theoretically, we work hard and try to earn as much money as we can so we can have nice things and a nice life.
Floor Covering News
APRIL 29, 2024
Denver—Mohawk’s Edge Summit is returning this year with a newly imagined customer experience at the Gaylord Rockies Resort and Convention Center here from December 16 to 19. Early bird special pricing runs May 22 through June 21, 2024, and is limited to the first 125 bookings. “Overlooking the Rockies and offering unparalleled opportunities for even greater retail success, Edge Summit 2025 promises to be exceptional,” said Kelli Widdifield, Mohawk’s senior vice president of marketing.
Floor Covering News
APRIL 30, 2024
Any laminate supplier that’s looking to position itself as a bona fide player in an extremely competitive category needs to first and foremost provide products that are not only trendy and eye-catching but also perform well under duress—those are table stakes. But in order to really excel, laminate suppliers must be able to excite their customers with products that make a bold statement.
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