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Chris Kemp

Why In-Person Product Training Works

Katie Rork
Katie Rork
April 13, 2021
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With sanitation stations at every turn, cleaning supplies in view and masked attendees, show floors are looking a little different these days. But what hasn’t changed about them is the innovation and robust product offerings they showcase.


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Benjamin Franklin

Planning for Change: A Flooring Retailer’s Viewpoint

J.R. Allred
J.R. Allred
April 7, 2021
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In the second part of his series, Allred discusses how to plan to make changes in your business. 


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How to Train Flooring Installers to Love Their Jobs

Dave Foster
Dave Foster
March 26, 2021
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Troy, Michigan-based contractor Dave Garden offers insight on what made him a successful installer and contractor.


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How Clean Does the Floor Need to Be for Tile Installation?

Scott Carothers 2025
Scott Carothers
March 24, 2021
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Many times, a jobsite is not well maintained or kept clean which can be an image and possibly a safety issue, but more importantly, when tile is being installed, the substrate must be clean.


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Tanja Kern

Digital Engagement On the Rise

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Tanja Kern
March 23, 2021
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In the March issue of Floor Trends, see how two major flooring manufacturers approached the changing show season.
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Fuse Alliance Roundtable Discussion

March 23, 2021
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We sat down with members of Fuse Alliance to hear how they’ve remained steadfast, connected and encouraged over the last year.


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What Can We Learn from 2020?

Matt Ketterman
Matt Ketterman
March 23, 2021
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Here are some highlights from my 2020 and lessons learned. 


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Change for Change’s Sake: A Flooring Retailer's Evolution

J.R. Allred
J.R. Allred
March 19, 2021
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In his new series, flooring retailer J.R. Allred shares how he and his team are embracing a change due to organizational health.


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DeGraaf Interiors team

How to Create an Exceptional Retail Experience

Dave Foster
Dave Foster
February 25, 2021
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We asked questions about the finer points of creating an exceptional experience for customers.


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Discover Floor Trends' New eMagazine Experience

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Tanja Kern
February 22, 2021
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Our new platform offers an improved magazine experience that goes beyond the typical flipbook digital edition.


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