PureTech, Mohawk's sustainable PVC-free flooring with 70% recycled content, adds premium tier PureTech Premier featuring enhanced wood visuals and new All Pet Gold protection. Product debuted in 2023 with strong market adoption.
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.
Shaw Floors kicks off 2025 with additions to its Floorté resilient flooring collections, featuring new designs inspired by nationwide color trends, plus flexible installation options. The expansion includes Floorté PRO USA-manufactured styles from its Ringgold, Georgia, plant.
Design expert and Emmy winner Ty Pennington will continue collaborating with Karndean Designflooring in 2025, providing homeowner inspiration and retailer support through education and marketing initiatives.
From matching broadloom and carpet tile to a multi-platform luxury vinyl plank, the new collections directly respond to customer feedback for the Main Street market, the company said.
Karastan expands its resilient flooring line with LuxeCraft Serenity, featuring two styles - Summerhill Chase and Wyndham Shores. The premium wood plastic composite (WPC) collection offers enhanced comfort and sound absorption through new ComfortCore technology.
Mannington Mills has allocated $10,000 of its Feeding America corporate contribution to the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank to help those who have been affected by the recent wildfires in the Los Angeles area.
Karndean Flooring will unveil 25 new luxury vinyl tile designs at Surfaces 2025 in Las Vegas, expanding its wood- and stone-inspired collections. The company is also introducing design aesthetics guidance and continuing its partnership with HGTV star Ty Pennington.
The new technology enhances acoustic properties by reducing noise from walking, room echoes, floor squeaking, and insulates sound transmission to lower floors, while also providing a softer feel underfoot.