FLOOR Trends & Installation Editors

Shaw Industries achieves the WELL Equity Rating for six corporate facilities, highlighting its commitment to creating workspaces that prioritize employee wellbeing, inclusivity, and sustainability through innovative design and people-first policies.

B.I.G. Yarns' €25 million investment in cutting-edge BCF lines strengthens its position in innovative carpet yarn manufacturing while supporting sustainability and European production.

Formerly serving as vice president of marketing, communications & membership, Staten now assumes a broader leadership role that reflects her growing impact and strategic leadership across the organization.

Emerson's new Warm Tiles ESW ColorTouch wireless thermostats fill a critical gap in smart home technology, allowing consumers to remotely control and monitor electrical floor warming systems from any mobile device or PC.

Louisville Tile introduces Wilcox Fifty Five LavoMOD 6 mm porcelain panels, which are pre-cut and made in USA for grout-free shower and bathtub installations.

Brazil made a historic impact as the Guest Country of Honor at the 25th anniversary edition of the China Xiamen International Stone Fair, projecting nearly $33 million in new business deals over the next 12 months—more than doubling last year's expectations.

PrimeSource Building Products introduces Grip-Rite More, a revolutionary magnesium oxysulfate tile backer board that eliminates VOCs and silica dust while reducing carbon emissions by 60% compared to traditional cement boards. This environmentally conscious alternative promises healthier installation environments without compromising performance.

In this leadership role, Harpole will oversee the company's sales organization and spearhead growth initiatives for the hospitality flooring solutions provider.

WIFI launches Spring 2025 Scholarship Program supporting women's education in flooring, with applications due April 30. The organization also announces three professional development events in April—networking at Starnet, LinkedIn optimization training, and a goal-setting workshop at Coverings—all designed to empower women in the industry.