Vegas debut: IFG set to confront "the big box threat"
Vegas debut: IFG set to confront "the big box threat"
"There is a ton of anxiety about big box retailers selling flooring products," said Meredith, a veteran of the flooring business who has held senior level positions at Mohawk and Royalty Carpet Mills. "The big boxes are a huge threat because they can buy direct from factories and quarries. Our members may be able to by direct for one category. But if they buy hardwood direct what about granite, stone and tile?"