Increasing numbers of consumers today are selecting laminate flooring for their homes primarily because of the look of the product, not its performance. Do you remember the wood-grained laminates of only a few years ago? Those grains looked flat and were accented by color ticks that did not blend with the background. But the latest laminate products look better than ever, as technological advancements now allow for deceptive realism with not only wood grain, but stone and tile patterns as well.
Several hundred coworkers, colleagues and well-wishers recently gathered in Montreal to honor Bob Van Buren on his retirement after 50 years in the floor covering industry.
Coverings 2001 is moving from Orlando, Fla. to New Orleans. William Mason, president of TSI Inc. and authorized agent for Coverings, gives NFT an exclusive interview.
Because they allow for individualized design choices, the wide variety of customizing options available today provides specialty retailers with ample leverage to boost their hardwood flooring sales.