Articles by FLOOR Trends & Installation Editors

Centricity brings its 5-Year Accidental Damage Protection Plan to 83 independent flooring retailers, meeting rising consumer demand for flooring protection.

The newly enhanced grouts are designed to minimize grout haze formation and reduce cleanup time during installation, a development that comes in response to feedback from contractors seeking greater efficiency in their projects.

AHF Products unveils new retail display featuring 48 solid hardwood SKUs in 60% less space, with early adopters reporting 10% sales increases.

Scott Levy acquires 100% ownership of Arley Wholesale from partners, positioning the East Coast tile distributor for accelerated growth and expansion.

Brazil's stone industry has won quartzite tariff relief, but warns that U.S. home costs could jump $10,900 without exemptions for marble, granite, and slate.

Confidence in the multifamily housing market showed tentative signs of improvement in the second quarter, with builder sentiment rising modestly year-over-year despite persistent challenges from high interest rates and construction costs, according to the latest National Association of Home Builders survey. 

The SaaS solution was built to serve retailers operating outside of traditional ERP platforms. Capabilities include the exchange of purchase orders, acknowledgments, invoices, and product data integrated with QuickBooks. 

Mohawk backs installer talent showcase across five cities, culminating in Vegas finale. Regional winners compete for 2026 National Installer of the Year title.

The Department of Labor announces $30 million in grants for state agencies to partner with employers on skills training in trades and emerging industries.