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Carpet gets its props in the Wall Street Journal

Floor Covering News

Lost in the chaos of this deplorable election season was a very important article that appeared last month in the Wall Street Journal headlined, “The return of wall-to-wall carpet: Why Americans want this soothing luxury now.” It may be the first positive article on carpet I’ve seen in the national publication since I had a respectable head of hair.

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Itsy Bitsy Blatherwick

Diary of a Tile Addict

Teeny tiny tiles tastefully adorned with hearts, leaves, squiggles, and apples take the stage today as we cover the adorable decors of Blatherwick Ceramics. Found on a scout about the internet, Buxton-based Blatherwick Ceramics sits proudly amongst the artisans on Etsy with artist Sue offering up her handmade slip decorated ceramic creations. Plates, mugs, dishes, and brooches add to the artsy ranks, with five collections of tiny tiles drawing our interest.

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Elevating the perception of flooring installation

Floor Covering News

Imagine a world where teenagers are more excited about flooring installation than the latest TikTok dance craze. Farfetched? Maybe. But if lineman school can be considered a cool career choice, why not flooring installation? At the Floor Covering Education Foundation (FCEF), we are on a mission to make that a reality, transforming flooring into a sought-after career path.

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Top Fireplace Trends for Fall 2024

Realstone

Introduction At Realstone Systems, we have been helping Designers , Homeowners, Hotels , Restaurants and many more clad the fireplaces for 20 years. As you know a stone fireplace can be more than just a source of heat; it’s a centerpiece that brings warmth, style, and a cozy atmosphere to any home. Whether you prefer the rustic appeal of a stacked stone fireplace or the sleek modernity of carbon slate, the right stone fireplace can transform your living space into a welcoming retreat.

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AHSG no longer flying under the radar

Floor Covering News

Tony Wright, AHSG Roswell, Ga.—Back in 2000, Bruce Weber founded the American Home Surfaces Group (AHSG), an alliance of independent floor covering retailers, followed by Commercial USA, which comprises commercial flooring contractors. Nearly 25 years later, AHSG has expanded to 270 members representing well over 400 locations, while Commercial USA counts 190 contractors among its members.

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Deep Learning Enhances Building Risk Assessment

The A to Z of Building

A study in Discover Applied Sciences demonstrated the use of deep learning models, specifically convolutional neural networks (CNNs), to automatically classify building characteristics for exposure modeling in risk assessment.

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Retailers weigh in: What’s your winning ‘Edge?’

Floor Covering News

(The retail community is counting down the days until Mohawk’s Edge Summit takes place this winter. As such, we’ve tapped several retailers, large and small, to explain what they’re looking forward to most.) Reason to attend: Networking Tommy Hughes Kelly’s Carpet Omaha, Neb. I am looking forward to networking with other retailers, and to learn more about what’s in store for the flooring industry in 2025.

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National Floors Direct subject of NYC lawsuit

Floor Covering News

T he City of New York has filed a lawsuit against National Floors Direct, alleging the in-home flooring services retailer committed nearly 2,500 counts of violations of consumer protection laws. The legal action comes after an extensive investigation that uncovered repeated complaints alleging regular predatory and deceptive business practices. Specifically, the lawsuit alleges that National Floors Direct preys on consumers by targeting them with false advertisements, routinely misleading them

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2024 FCNews Style & Design Award winners announced

Floor Covering News

The Inaugural FCNews Style & Design Competition recognizes industry achievements in new product development and design. The program builds on the legacy of programs like the Award of Excellence—now in its 28th year—the Best of Surfaces contest and the FCNnovation awards. “Everybody knows that style and design are the main drivers of consumer purchases, so, what we decided to do was acknowledge those manufacturers that are stepping up their style and design game,” said Steven Feldman, FCNews

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Southwind successes mark milestone anniversary

Floor Covering News

As it celebrates its 30th anniversary this month, Southwind is reminded that the success it has enjoyed is due in large part to its many loyal flooring dealers around the country. It’s these retailers who not only win with Southwind’s complete portfolio but also provide valuable feedback about their customers’ preferences. With a nod to its dealer base, president/CEO Drew Hash told FCNews : “Together, we continue to grow businesses the Southwind Way.

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