The Certified Flooring Installers (CFI) welcomed trainers from the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades (IUPAT) to their Dalton, Georgia, headquarters for a three-day train-the-trainer event on February 25-27. Participants focused on mastering hand-sewing techniques for custom stair carpet installation and repairs.
Supporting flooring installers, suppliers and retailers, FloorWiz by Onfigr is a floor visualizer dedicated to helping epoxy flooring brands drive more sales.
From Alabama to Montana, flooring dealers reveal how the Floor Covering Education Foundation's training initiative is solving their installer shortage crisis.
Roberts Dual Air Glider comes with a 1.75HP, 120V blower motor and has the capacity to lift up to 800 lbs. The glider is simple to use and virtually eliminates the risk of back injury.
Michigan's first dedicated flooring installation training center opens, offering career paths for high school students with hands-on training, job placement assistance and financial aid options.
James Pope, a graduate of the basic flooring installation program implemented by the Floor Covering Education Foundation and its education and training partners, attended Great Falls College in Montana where he completed the 10-week course. Here, he shares his experience in the program, the support he received along the way and his thoughts on his generation’s perception of the trades.
Why do floors fail? Flooring inspection consultant Ralph Godfrey breaks down why it is imperative to follow the installation standards and practices for flooring and materials prior and during the installation process.
In a revealing Mohawk Edge Summit 2025 session, former WFCA COO Steve Abernathy shares insider tips on winning the battle for skilled flooring installers. From brand identity to retention strategies, discover what really works—and what doesn't—in building a strong installation team.
Matt Bowles of Cre8tive Flooring in the United Kingdom and Allen Lewis of Eagle Interiors in Alabama claimed victory in luxury vinyl plank and carpet installation categories, respectively, at TISE's prestigious competition. Judges praised the exceptional skill level of all competitors, with winners taking home $3,000 and the championship belt.
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