Women in the Floorcovering Industry (WIFI) announced its latest scholarship recipients, marking an exciting milestone of nearly $50,000 invested in the growth and development of 17 women in the flooring industry.
Home construction and design professionals are projecting strong growth for 2025 despite experiencing revenue and profit declines in 2024, according to Houzz's latest industry report. Over 60% of firms expect positive business conditions, with specialty contractors leading in confidence at 73%.
Classen Group and i4F have expanded their patent partnership to include polypropylene flooring technology, marking a significant advancement in sustainable flooring solutions. The agreement grants i4F licensing rights for Classen's PP technology while implementing i4F's drop-lock system in Classen's production.
How does a purchasing assistant become the sustainability chief of a leading tile manufacturer? Meet Julie Grajeda, who's bringing fresh energy to California-based Arto's mission of merging artisanal craftsmanship with environmental responsibility. Get the full story in our Q&A.
Surface manufacturer Cosentino gathered over 650 design professionals across two industry summits in Riviera Maya this January, featuring panels on sustainability and innovation. The company announced a matching donation program supporting California wildfire victims through Habitat for Humanity.
Flooring Consultants & Inspection Training Services will hold its Complete Flooring Inspector Certification Course March 3-7 in Dalton, Georgia. The program covers carpet, resilient and other hard-surface flooring inspection techniques through hands-on training and mill tours.
The International Standards & Training Alliance (INSTALL) announced the addition of three new INSTALL Warranty Contractors (IWCs): Commercial Interior Resources, F.A. Wilhelm Construction Co., Inc., and 345 Construction & Flooring Co.
Dave and Jenny Marrs of HGTV's "Fixer to Fabulous" will lead a session on hardwood flooring benefits at the 2025 International Builders Show in Las Vegas. The AHF Products-sponsored talk will highlight flooring innovations and value propositions for builders and homebuyers.
At The International Surface Event in Las Vegas, Women In the Floorcovering Industry hosted a panel of industry experts who addressed common sustainability misconceptions in flooring. The January 28 event combined educational discussions with creative recycling, as attendees crafted jewelry from repurposed flooring materials.
Fishman Flooring Solutions, a Baltimore-based flooring distributor, earned a spot on the Baltimore Sun's 2024 Top Workplaces list, marking its sixth consecutive year receiving this recognition. The company's employee stock ownership plan gives workers 100% ownership.
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