While the flooring industry anticipates recovery in 2025, The Dixie Group is transforming how consumers can personalize their homes through an innovative capability that sets retailers apart: true custom color matching for carpet across price points.
Shaw Floors introduces 12 new carpet styles across its Pet Perfect+ and Simply the Best Values collections, featuring innovative ColorClarity dyeing technology for longer-lasting colors and NaturalTwist texture variations. The expansion combines performance, including LifeGuard Spill-Proof Technology, with trending designs to meet diverse consumer needs.
In this eye-opening conversation, WFCA President Scott Humphrey and Board Chairman Sam O'Krent pull back the curtain on the flooring industry's biggest challenges. From a revelation about inspector training to innovative funding solutions that could transform the trade, they share candid insights about what's really happening on showroom floors across America. Plus, learn their take on immigration reform and why the next economic upturn could spell trouble for unprepared retailers.
What's the secret to leading a major flooring company?
Top executives from Engineered Floors, Mannington, Mohawk and Shaw reveal the mentoring effect, why being "frontline obsessed" matters, and how to keep it simple in a complex industry.
Karastan launches expanded BelleLuxe Natural and BelleLuxe Waterproof collections, featuring advanced wood visuals and enhanced durability. The collections include 31 new Natural styles crafted from aged European woods and eight Waterproof designs with up to 75 layers of texture.
Mohawk Industries reported fourth-quarter 2024 earnings that exceeded expectations, despite ongoing challenges in the housing market and soft residential demand.
Karastan is marking its 96th year with its most ambitious product launch, introducing 43 new designs including an exclusive Black Label collection targeting luxury consumers.
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.
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.
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