While new and improved products are constantly hitting the market and, in the last couple of years the luxury vinyl business—be it tile, planks or the ever-expanding wood plastic composite floors—has exploded in popularity, sheet vinyl has managed to remain a viable option and first choice for many applications on both the commercial and residential sides of the fence.
While the residential industry continues to plow through a mixed business climate, one needed to look no further than the world famous Merchandise Mart and the 47th NeoCon to feel the strong pulse of the commercial industry, as more than 50,000 people from around the world fought off heavy storms and tornado warnings to see the newest products for projects they were working on and learn about the latest trends for upcoming jobs.
When it comes time to retire, every store owner should have a plan in place in order to seamlessly pass the torch on to either the next generation of the family, a faithful employee or even an outside source.
I’ve been writing for the trade press for nearly 30 years and never noticed during this time the most important element of selling is used in almost every human interaction.
Just about any retail sales trainer I’ve ever listened to will tell you to greet your customers at the door and never leave their side until they buy or walk away.
Business in our core market of Atlanta has been robust for the last several years, and the pipeline of projects continue to look strong well into 2016.
Last month’s NeoCon saw the flooring industry step up with an array of product offerings to fit a variety of commercial settings—from corporate to hospitality to healthcare and more.
The Berkshire Collection from American Rug Craftsmen is a new shag collection that features 11 contemporary designs in a palette of soft neutrals accented with a splash of sun-washed hues.
Mannington Commercial’s Connected Collection of LVT is a modular, integrated system of gradients, accents, and a rich textural base, that is designed to coordinate with the company’s highly successful Connected collection of modular carpet.
Inspired by mid-century modern design and vibrant, playful patterns, Scott Group’s Solstice collection encourages a warm contrast to stark, minimal looks.
Inspired by ancient map making techniques, Tandus Centiva's Cartography reinvigorates commercial settings with a fresh take on organics for interior floor covering.
International Standards and Training Alliance (INSTALL) warranty contractors can now provide an additional, extended, free, non-proprietary and third-party installation warranty of $25,000 and two years.
Rick Fedrizzi, founder and CEO of the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), will not seek renewal of his contract at the end of 2016, paving the way for an organizational leadership transition in 2017.
Dal-Tile, in conjunction with the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) Foundation, has named Rebecca Gardner the winner of the fourth annual Dal-Tile Interior Design Scholarship.
Haines will relocate by year-end to a new warehouse in Orlando, Fla., that is approximately 50% larger than its current facilities, according to the company. The facility will also house a Supplies Center for customers.
NSF International sustainability standards for carpet and resilient flooring are referenced in the International Green Construction Code (IgCC), offering professionals involved in the green building industry a wider selection of certified, IgCC-accepted sustainable building materials.
The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) International Builders' Show (IBS) and the Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) have added The International Surface Event (TISE) as an official show partner for Design & Construction Week (DCW), taking place Jan. 19 through 22, 2016 in Las Vegas.
Nox Corp. will open a luxury vinyl tile (LVT) manufacturing facility in Fostoria, Ohio, by the end of the year, according to Dan Koh, president of the company.