Tanja Kern

While pundits argue about whether the U.S. economy is in a recession, the NFA is gearing up for more growth. 

People want their outdoor living space to connect with the surrounding environment, and they want to create an environment that is personal, unique and beautiful. See the role that flooring plays in these spaces. 

All the news shows there’s a slowdown in the residential sector, but speaking to industry leaders—retail, distribution and manufacturing—tells me that getting serious about strategy might make it all okay.

With the acquisition of Floors 2000, Stanton has the opportunity to get into the tile business, and Floors 2000 has the opportunity to expand its distribution nationwide. Floor Trends had the opportunity to speak with Stanton CEO Jonathan Cohen and Floors 2000 President Jason Jones about their plans. 

Celebrating 30 years of business, Great American Floors has built a reputation in the metro Atlanta market through great customer service and follow-through. 

President and CEO Mark Bischoff met with Floor Trends to give some insight on the organization, which currently has 180 members in 390 locations accounting for $4 billion annual sales.

Floor Trends interviewed AHF President Brian Carson to find out what the acquisition means for the future of AHF Products, the legacy of the Armstrong brand, and what’s next for flooring technologies.   

Floor Trends recently caught up with Real Floors Inc. CEO Adam Brookner, President Matt Gilbreth and Chief Customer Officer Lyn Jacobs to learn more about what’s in store for the merged venture and their outlook on the multifamily market.

I recently had the opportunity to travel to Spain with Tile of Spain USA as part of the annual Passport to Creativity Tour.

Retailers can use the Mohawk Summer Savings promotion and consumer financing with special rates to increase store traffic, basket size and repeat business.