What's the secret to leading a major flooring company?
Top executives from Engineered Floors, Mannington, Mohawk and Shaw reveal the mentoring effect, why being "frontline obsessed" matters, and how to keep it simple in a complex industry.
IUPAT crowned its 2025 Apprentice Champion at The International Surface Event, where four apprentices competed to showcase their skills in the annual competition.
When the New Orleans Saints tackled their Caesars Superdome locker room renovation, Pontchartrain Mechanical Co. faced a major drainage challenge in the shower facilities. The solution? Oatey's QuickDrain ProLine linear drains, which delivered the perfect blend of functionality and aesthetics for this NFL franchise's upgraded space.
Claire Buchanan-Gaughan's Floorish, a family-owned flooring business serving Pacific Palisades for over 40 years, was among 70 businesses destroyed in the devastating wildfire. Now facing the loss of both her store and stored household belongings, the British-born entrepreneur seeks to rebuild while supporting her displaced community.
The market may be frozen today, but tomorrow's wave of demand could be unprecedented. Reporting from The International Surface Event, top flooring executives reveal why they're strategically positioning for post-2025 growth despite current housing market paralysis. From AI integration to strategic partnerships, here's how industry giants are preparing for what could be "the best five years in a generation."
Sean Hansen, owner, Premier Overlay in Bellevue, Washington, tells us what it takes to pioneer a new flooring option. He seeks to achieve a “forever floor” with a natural aesthetic and high durability.
Veteran flooring installer and trainer Robert Varden offers tips on selecting and installing the right underlayment for your hard and soft surface flooring.