Despite economic headwinds, over half of U.S. homeowners renovated in 2024, with investments shifting toward smaller spaces. While overall spending softened to $20,000, small kitchen and bathroom remodels saw substantial growth as homeowners prioritize meaningful improvements regardless of space constraints.
The Flooring Sustainability Summit has launched its first-ever Project Design Award Program to recognize exceptional projects demonstrating flooring's critical role in sustainable design.
Mobile showroom franchise Floor Coverings International expands its leadership team with the appointment of Hayden Shaw as director of franchise development and four internal promotions as the company pursues ambitious growth targets for 2025.
Lowe's strengthens position in homebuilder market through strategic $1.325 billion acquisition of ADG, a nationwide provider of interior surface finishing services with $1.8 billion in annual revenue and 3,200+ specialized installers serving residential construction professionals.
The new partnership gives AHSG and Commercial USA members access to Proflex's specialized flooring solutions that address subfloor challenges and enhance installation quality for both residential and commercial projects.
Footprints Floors' new headquarters features a 3,000-square-foot training warehouse that can accommodate up to 20 franchisees simultaneously. This consolidates the entire training process under one roof while supporting the company's goal of reaching 200 franchise locations over the next decade.
Rubi has expanded its Drygres Premium range of diamond drill bits designed for drilling all types of ceramic tiles, especially porcelain stoneware and other covering materials such as marble and granite.
This aggressive transitional adhesive installs like pressure-sensitive adhesive but forms a permanent bond, offering superior plasticizer, pH and moisture resistance while withstanding heavy traffic and extreme environmental conditions.
Atlanta-based Construction Resources expands its East Coast footprint by acquiring premium stone and tile distributor Opustone, adding three South Florida showrooms to its growing family of surfaces companies.
Houzz's Q2 2025 Renovation Barometer reveals tempered optimism among construction and design professionals following a mixed Q1. Rising material costs, client caution, and labor shortages are compounding concerns over impending tariffs, prompting businesses to adjust strategies accordingly.
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