HMTX has merged its Metroflor and Teknoflor divisions into a unified Contract Business & Trade Unit, leveraging product similarities and manufacturing relationships while maintaining separate distribution channels—Metroflor through independent wholesalers and Teknoflor/Aspecta through new partner Spartan Surfaces.
Floor Trends & Installation recently spoke with Tom Wright, VP of product management and innovation at Mohawk Industries, about his new role as president of the North American Laminate Flooring Association (NALFA) and the organization's goals for 2025.
Hotel Cevisama merges innovative design with European ceramics to create an iconic architectural space that transcends functionality. This sensory-rich installation at Cevisama 2025 in Valencia, Spain, features multifunctional areas, hotel suites, and conference spaces that showcase ceramics' sustainable potential while addressing climate challenges.
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.
While America's neighborhoods have become seas of pristine white houses designed for maximum resale value, a colorful rebellion is happening right under our feet. Manufacturers are increasingly offering bolder, more vibrant flooring options that challenge the notion that our homes must sacrifice personality for investment potential.
Three major carpet brands—Anderson Tuftex, The Dixie Group, and Karastan—are transforming the luxury flooring market with expansive color palettes, custom dyeing services, and sustainable materials aimed at design-conscious consumers seeking personalization in their homes.
The industry's premier celebration of flooring craftsmanship returns with an accelerated timeline, enhanced competition, and valuable sponsor support from Performance Accessories and QEP/Roberts.
Vives, a family-owned Spanish tile company since 1957, brings European design trends to the North American market. From Cevisama 2025 in Valencia, Spain, Jose Ruiz-Roscigno discusses sustainable manufacturing practices, 2025 tile trends, and educating architects and contractors on proper installation techniques.
With Chinese import tariffs jumping to 45%, North American manufacturers are betting big on domestic production. Discover how digital printing technology, sustainable materials, and evolving retail strategies are reshaping the resilient flooring landscape.
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