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FT October 2020 cover

2020 October

In the October 2020 issue of Floor Trends, we share tips for selling hardwood flooring. Also in this issue, we examine consumer spending trends in the home improvement segment.
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Carlisle's long-plank flooring

Sealing the Deal: Selling Hardwood Flooring

Anna Zappia
October 7, 2020
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Wood flooring continues to be a popular choice for consumers looking to bring a sophisticated, organic look to a range of interiors.
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consumer credit

Consumer Credit Update

Danielleclair
Danielle Clair Simpson
October 7, 2020
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With everyone stuck at home this year, more homeowners are expanding the function of their houses, transforming them from homes into multifaceted spaces that can serve as anything from a gym to a workplace and backyard oasis, and in many cases, an elementary, middle or high school.
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flooring installation

4 Things Flooring Installers Want Retailers to Know

October 7, 2020
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When it comes to the installation process, it often feels like retailers and installers live on different planets.
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floor cleaning

Why Seamless Flooring Maintains a Sterile Environment

Corey Corullo
October 7, 2020
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Do you know if your flooring is helping or hindering your sanitation efforts? Now is a great time to evaluate how your flooring can help create a more sterile, safer environment.
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obit

Flooring Industry Icon Passes Away

Peter Richman Spirer passed away at his home at the age of 89
September 13, 2020
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Peter Richman Spirer, a charismatic titan of the textile industry, passed away at home in Cartersville, Georgia on Friday after a brief illness.


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Tanja Kern

An Incentive to Recruit More Flooring Installers

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Tanja Kern
October 5, 2020
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The retailer, who has built a business with annual revenues around $20 million, has developed an innovative plan to develop more qualified flooring installers.


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Trends Guiding the Future of Office Space

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Dave Foster
October 5, 2020
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We sought out Tom Pendley, president of Mannington Commercial, to look into some of the potential long-term changes that will impact the design of future office spaces, as well as spaces in other commercial structures.


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Joe Zago

Winning at Retail During the Pandemic

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Katie Rork
October 5, 2020
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The Carpet Guys, headquartered in Troy, Michigan, never anticipated achieving $2 million in monthly sales in the middle of a pandemic—for the first time in the company's history.
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liquid-applied waterproofing membrane

How to Squash Interior Leak Concerns

John Anderson
October 6, 2020
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To commercial and residential building owners, water damage from interior leaks is an out-of-sight, out-of-mind problem until they see evidence such as a water spot on a ceiling.
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cleaning and sanitation

Cleaning & Sanitizing Commercial Floors

October 6, 2020
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Maintaining a clean and healthy environment should always be a top priority. With COVID-19 still affecting our daily lives, it should now be priority number one.
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carpet tile

Cleaning and Sanitizing Hard Surfaces

October 6, 2020
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To sanitize by cleaning or sterilizing is to reduce the occurrence of bacteria, viruses and fungi. Make sure to choose a product that does what you expect and is recommended for hard surfaces.
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carpet cleaning

4 Steps for Commercial Carpet Maintenance

October 6, 2020
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Properly maintaining a commercial carpet does not have to be a time-consuming or costly proposition.
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virtual meetings

Virtual Brainstorming Helps Flooring Contractors Navigate Challenges

Geoff Gordon
October 7, 2020
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Running a small business is tough enough in good times, but when the economy slows down, it becomes even more challenging.
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Got You Floored showroom

What Does Your Property Say About Your Flooring Business?

Matt ketterman
Matt Ketterman
October 7, 2020
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Whether we realize it or not, our customers are judging us by the house we keep.
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aspecta contours

Aspecta Launches Patterned Flooring Collection: Aspecta Contours

September 8, 2020
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Aspecta has launched Aspecta Contours in North America: a conceptual, boutique-style collection of large-scale patterned floors built on the foundation of the LVT leader’s ISOCORE Technology.


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peel and stick sales

Daltile's Peel & Stick Mosaics See Strong Sales During Covid

September 3, 2020
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As consumers are more frequently engaging in home improvement projects while homebound during Covid, Daltile’s new “peel-and-stick” mosaics are enjoying strong sales. 


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Torlys laminate flooring

New Laminate by Torlys

October 7, 2020
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Torlys expands its laminate lineup with Leuco and Sango collections—10 on-trend SKUs featuring contemporary patterns and enhanced wood visuals.
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ProGen

Tarkett Adds Nine New Stone Designs to ProGen LVT Collection

August 25, 2020
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The new designs join 22 high-definition wood designs, giving homeowners a broader range of design options with the lifeproof performance benefits the collection is known for.


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