Tanja Kern

Women of Starnet and Women in the Floorcovering Industry teamed up for a panel discussion in Carlsbad, California, on Women-Owned Business Enterprise and Minority-Owned Business Enterprise certifications. 

As global supply chains falter, Mohawk’s domestic production capabilities have become a compelling competitive advantage. Learn how its North Carolina facilities provide retailers with stability through American-made flooring products that are tariff-free, in-stock, and backed by industry-leading innovations and warranties.

The event highlighted new educational programs, legislative updates, and celebrated 10 years partnering with Gary Sinise Foundation's RISE program for wounded veterans.

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.

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.

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.