A one-of-a-kind hotel carpet demanded perfection—no repeats, no second chances. From dry-lay rehearsals to transatlantic teamwork, installers overcame staggering challenges to bring the hotel’s vision to life. Hear how precision, patience, and collaboration turned one of the most complex patterns into a breathtaking success story.
The 12th Annual Installation Awards celebrates skilled flooring installers in both residential and commercial settings. This year’s winners brought their A-game in the form of unique installations and beautiful craftsmanship, and we welcomed one winner from across the pond!
The International Surface Event (TISE) National Installer of the Year Competition offers flooring installers the opportunity to showcase their talent on a world stage in Las Vegas in January 2026.
The Roberts Falcon Power 44 Power Stretcher features patent-pending extendable foot technology that spans doorways without modifications, stretching up to 23½ feet while delivering enhanced comfort and versatility through its low-profile design and tool-free quick-release extensions.
Hempitecture's innovative FiberPad offers a sustainable alternative to petroleum-based carpet padding, using carbon-sequestering hemp fibers that improve sound deadening and thermal performance while eliminating toxic chemicals through bio-based, Red List-free fire retardants.
The Certified Flooring Installers (CFI) welcomed trainers from the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades (IUPAT) to their Dalton, Georgia, headquarters for a three-day train-the-trainer event on February 25-27. Participants focused on mastering hand-sewing techniques for custom stair carpet installation and repairs.
The International Surface Event (TISE) named the winners of the third 2025 regional installation competition held in Dalton, Georgia on October 26, 2024 at the Certified Flooring Installers (CFI) headquarters and training facility.
By eliminating the need for high-impact knee kickers, the tool allows professionals to achieve a precise and even stretch while significantly reducing wear and tear on their bodies.
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