Starnet members are swapping "cradle to grave" project bidding for Silicon Valley-style subscription models. Team selling, recurring revenue, and proven tech frameworks promise predictable income and happier employees—if contractors can make the leap.
The 12th Annual Installation Awards celebrates skilled flooring installers in both residential and commercial settings. This year’s winners brought their A-game in the form of unique installations and beautiful craftsmanship, and we welcomed one winner from across the pond!
Bentley Mills becomes first carpet manufacturer to use Celanese's CO₂-based binder, capturing 750,0000 pounds of carbon annually—equivalent to saving 6,000 trees.
Loba Wakol Z 637 Leveling Compound is a versatile solution for creating a flat, level surface on a wide range of substrates, perfect for prepping concrete, and other substrates before installing floor coverings.
The 2008 crisis changed everything. Banks stepped back, private credit filled gaps, and fractional ownership platforms let anyone invest in commercial real estate with $500. For specialty contractors, this means more diverse projects, tighter schedules, and new opportunities—if you know where to look.
XA-Abrasive™ silicon carbide embedded in the surface combined with a metallic additive through-the-body makes XA-Abrasive a one-of-a-kind slip-resisting ceramic quarry tile.
Inspiration Curator and View In My Space are designed to empower designers, specifiers, and end users with faster, smarter and more personalized flooring selection experiences.