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Weekends are for exploring new places! What are your Sunday plans? #regram [📸: This Is The Place I Was Telling You About...
02/09/2020

Weekends are for exploring new places! What are your Sunday plans? #regram [📸: This Is The Place I Was Telling You About]

Despite industry challenges, the flooring community was in good spirits at The International Surface Event (TISE). Suppl...
02/07/2020
Optimism Abounds | Columnist | Floor Covering Weekly

Despite industry challenges, the flooring community was in good spirits at The International Surface Event (TISE). Suppliers shared new products and plans for the year ahead with Amy Rush-Imber.

Read her latest column here: https://www.floorcoveringweekly.com/main/opinion/optimism-abounds-28710

Even before we set foot in Las Vegas for The International Surface Event (TISE), we spent time with suppliers at other markets and with retailers in their stores. Coming off of a lackluster year, I thought we’d hear a lot of caution and possibly pessimism. The industry faces challenges for sure .....

Domotex USA was off to a slow start here in Atlanta but exhibitors FCW spoke with shared their optimism for the year ahe...
02/07/2020

Domotex USA was off to a slow start here in Atlanta but exhibitors FCW spoke with shared their optimism for the year ahead.

Last week at The International Surface Event, Floor Covering Weekly welcomed industry friends to a celebratory cocktail ...
02/06/2020

Last week at The International Surface Event, Floor Covering Weekly welcomed industry friends to a celebratory cocktail party for an evening of fun. Held on the first night of the 2020 show, everyone gathered at the Mandalay Bay Border Grill to enjoy a night of festivities and great food. Thank you to all who attended!

What are the top rooms to renovate? EarthWerks follows our own Ryane Defalco as she looks into the favorite rooms to rem...
02/06/2020

What are the top rooms to renovate? EarthWerks follows our own Ryane Defalco as she looks into the favorite rooms to remodel! #FCWxEarthWerks

For flooring pairings, check out the Swiff-Train Company blog here:
http://blog.swiff-train.com/?p=462

HMTX has promoted Eric Anderson to president of Halstead.For details: https://www.floorcoveringweekly.com/main/topnews/e...
02/06/2020
Eric Anderson named president of Halstead | News | Floor Covering Weekly

HMTX has promoted Eric Anderson to president of Halstead.

For details: https://www.floorcoveringweekly.com/main/topnews/eric-anderson-named-president-of-halstead--28706

[Norwalk, Conn.] HMTX Industries today announced that Eric Anderson has been promoted to president of Halstead, the division of HMTX that services the DIY/Home Center market segment in North America. Anderson has served as executive vice president of sales for Halstead since 2013. During that time,....

Mannington Floors' employees recently the Polar Bear Plunge to help Special Olympics Delaware (SODE). For details: https...
02/05/2020
Mannington takes the Polar Bear Plunge | News | Floor Covering Weekly

Mannington Floors' employees recently the Polar Bear Plunge to help Special Olympics Delaware (SODE).

For details: https://www.floorcoveringweekly.com/main/topnews/mannington-takes-the-polar-bear-plunge-28686

[Salem, N.J.] Mannington’s Salem associates recently showed that warmth truly comes from within the heart by swapping their winter coats and boots for swimsuits and then racing into the icy waters of the Atlantic Ocean for the 2020 Lewes Polar Bear Plunge. Mannington’s “Bomba Bears” team wer...

Dunn Rasbury of A&M Supply is the newly named president of North American Association of Floor Covering Distributors - N...
02/05/2020
Meet NAFCD's new president, Dunn Rasbury | Features | Floor Covering Weekly

Dunn Rasbury of A&M Supply is the newly named president of North American Association of Floor Covering Distributors - NAFCD. Here, the association spoke with Rasbury about goals, challenges and education.

Read the Q&A here: https://www.floorcoveringweekly.com/main/features/meet-nafcds-new-president-dunn-rasbury-28664

In March, Dunn Rasbury will celebrate his ninth year as an executive at A&M Supply in Marietta, Ga. Currently, he serves as the firm's Director of Business Development. At the same time, he is also celebrating his first year as President of the North American Association of Floor Covering Distri...

Floor & Decor has named Lisa Laube as its new president. For details: https://www.floorcoveringweekly.com/main/topnews/f...
02/04/2020
Floor & Decor announces new president | News | Floor Covering Weekly

Floor & Decor has named Lisa Laube as its new president.

For details: https://www.floorcoveringweekly.com/main/topnews/floor-decor-announces-new-president--28679

[Atlanta] Floor & Decor announced today that Lisa Laube, former executive vice president and chief merchandising officer, has been promoted to president. Laube served as executive vice president and chief merchandising officer since 2012. In her new role, the company said she will retain respons...

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02/04/2020

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Busy days call for quiet floors! Tavern Plus, from EarthWerks Plus, is a brand-new beautiful collection of SPC planks. T...
02/04/2020

Busy days call for quiet floors! Tavern Plus, from EarthWerks Plus, is a brand-new beautiful collection of SPC planks. Tavern Plus comes with a cushion backing for enhanced sound reduction, so even your busiest days can be peaceful. #FCWxEarthWerks [📸: @earthwerksfloor]

The second addition of Domotex USA will commence in Atlanta this week. In the newest issue of FCW, we take a look at Dom...
02/04/2020
Floor Covering Weekly February 3, 2020

The second addition of Domotex USA will commence in Atlanta this week. In the newest issue of FCW, we take a look at Domotex and its global view of design around the world. Plus, pet-friendly products, tile trends, sheet vinyl style and more!

Read the latest issue here: https://bt.e-ditionsbyfry.com/publication/?i=648266#{%22issue_id%22:648266,%22publication_id%22:%2226543%22,%22page%22:0}

FEBRUARY 3, 2020 NO. 3 • $4 VOL. 69 | FLOOR COVERING WEEKLY The upsurge in pet ownership has led to an increase in performance-driven products, such as this from Armstrong. See story on page 18. THE INDUSTRY’S BUSINESS NEWS & INFORMATION RESOURCE WORLD STAGE Domotex USA 2020 Domotex’s Global F...

Swiff-Train Company has named Kay Ward as business unit manager, tile division.For details: https://www.floorcoveringwee...
02/03/2020
Swiff-Train adds business unit manager | News | Floor Covering Weekly

Swiff-Train Company has named Kay Ward as business unit manager, tile division.

For details: https://www.floorcoveringweekly.com/main/topnews/swifftrain-adds-business-unit-manager-28665

[Houston] Swiff-Train Company announced Kay Ward to fill newly created position of business unit manager, tile division. According to the company, this role will encompass all aspects of the company’s tile business, including development, sales and strategic placement and marketing across many Com...

TISE 2020 may have come & gone, but here at FCW we’re still replaying all the great conversations we had at the show, su...
02/03/2020

TISE 2020 may have come & gone, but here at FCW we’re still replaying all the great conversations we had at the show, such as with COREtec founder Piet Dossche.

02/03/2020

Waterproof & worry-free! With EarthWerks Plus floors, you can #LiveLOUD without water getting in the way. So, celebrate on these beautiful, waterproof floors with cushion backing for enhanced sound reduction! #FCWxEarthWerks

National Wood Flooring Association/Hardwood Floors Magazine has completed its 43rd smart home with the Gary Sinise Found...
02/03/2020
NWFA finishes 43rd smart home with RISE program | News | Floor Covering Weekly

National Wood Flooring Association/Hardwood Floors Magazine has completed its 43rd smart home with the Gary Sinise Foundation.

For details: https://www.floorcoveringweekly.com/main/topnews/nwfa-finishes-43rd-smart-home-with-rise-program-28656

[St. Louis] The National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) has provided flooring for its 43rd home in support of the Gary Sinise Foundation R.I.S.E. program (Restoring Independence Supporting Empowerment). The R.I.S.E. program builds custom, specially adapted smart homes for severely wounded veterans...

Mannington Floors has completed its acquisition of Phenix Flooring and Pharr Fibers and Yarns.For details: https://www.f...
02/03/2020
Mannington finalizes acquisition of Phenix | Features | Floor Covering Weekly

Mannington Floors has completed its acquisition of Phenix Flooring and Pharr Fibers and Yarns.

For details: https://www.floorcoveringweekly.com/main/features/mannington-finalizes-acquisition-of-phenix-28655

[Salem, N.J.] Mannington Mills announced today that it has completed the acquisition of Phenix Flooring and Pharr Fibers and Yarns, located in McAdenville, N.C. and Dalton, Ga.  With this acquisition, Mannington said it is adding to its already robust product offering of residential and commerc...

From revitalized products to technical advancements, the TISE show floor was filled with exciting innovations this year....
01/31/2020
Spectacle of the Show: TISE 2020 | Your Guide To The Show | Floor Covering Weekly

From revitalized products to technical advancements, the TISE show floor was filled with exciting innovations this year.

Take a look at just some of what the show floor had to offer here:
https://www.floorcoveringweekly.com/main/your-guide-to-the-show/spectacle-of-the-show-tise-2020--28634

[Las Vegas] The International Surface Event (TISE) has once again made for an exciting start to the new year. From revitalized products to technical advancements, the show floor was filled with exciting innovations.  FCW spoke with industry leaders and friends on and off the show floor. See som...

Jennifer Farrell took FCW through The Style Hub @ The Dish today. Here, we saw the Glam Bazaar, Spaceship Youmo, Oversca...
01/30/2020

Jennifer Farrell took FCW through The Style Hub @ The Dish today. Here, we saw the Glam Bazaar, Spaceship Youmo, Overscaled Organics and Patterned Manor settings outfitted with Shaw Floors, Anderson Tuftex, COREtec Floors and lovely lighting by Lamps Plus.

CFI - Certified Flooring Installers named the winners of its second annual Installer of the Year competition here at TIS...
01/30/2020

CFI - Certified Flooring Installers named the winners of its second annual Installer of the Year competition here at TISE. John Fowler, Daniel Gonzalez and Mike Adkins were named the winners in the ceramic tile, resilient and carpet categories, respectively.

MSI showcases its five important trends to merchandise here at TISE. Highlights included Modern Farmhouse and Moody Blue...
01/30/2020

MSI showcases its five important trends to merchandise here at TISE. Highlights included Modern Farmhouse and Moody Blues. The supplier also put a spotlight on mixing materials from tile to LVT.

According to George Bandy, chief sustainability officer of Mohawk Flooring North America, the company is putting a great...
01/30/2020

According to George Bandy, chief sustainability officer of Mohawk Flooring North America, the company is putting a greater effort on becoming a name recognized in the flooring industry and beyond as a sustainability leader. At TISE, that specifically means showing retailers how to sell sustainable features — such as its soft surface products achieving HPDs and Declare labels. It comes down to communication, said Bandy, such as highlighting that every square yard of carpet installed is actually 63 plastic bottles, bottles that have been recycled and kept out of waterways.

For more on the sustainable message at Mohawk’s #TISE2020 booth: https://www.floorcoveringweekly.com/main/your-guide-to-the-show/mohawk-talks-sustainability-at-surfaces-28573

01/30/2020

Yesterday, FCW went live with AHF Products director of product management, Brian Parker, to highlight one of its most exciting product launches. Everything at Tradewins Ballroom E is brand new and produced in the last six months for Bruce, Hartco, Robbins, HomerWood and LM Flooring.

01/30/2020

Mohawk Flooring brought the fun to TISE with its booth party, featuring music, bright lights and industry friends! Here, Jeff Meadows gets the festivities started

MSI is venturing into manufacturing domestically this year with the establishment of a quartz slab production facility. ...
01/29/2020

MSI is venturing into manufacturing domestically this year with the establishment of a quartz slab production facility. The facility, based in Latta, S.C., is currently working two lines of quartz, with more lines to be added in the months ahead.

International Design Guild members met here in Las Vegas to network and learn about new digital and marketing services t...
01/29/2020

International Design Guild members met here in Las Vegas to network and learn about new digital and marketing services the group is offering along with exclusive new Louis A. Dabbieri products and updates on the Design for a Difference program.

For the second year in a row, Wagner Meters has named Fishman Flooring Solutions as the recipient of its Distributor of ...
01/29/2020

For the second year in a row, Wagner Meters has named Fishman Flooring Solutions as the recipient of its Distributor of the Year Award.

Domotex asia/CHINAFLOOR has announced that its 2020 show will be postponed. For details: https://www.floorcoveringweekly...
01/29/2020
Domotex Asia announces show postponement | News | Floor Covering Weekly

Domotex asia/CHINAFLOOR has announced that its 2020 show will be postponed.

For details: https://www.floorcoveringweekly.com/main/topnews/domotex-asia-announces-show-postponement-28598

[Shanghai] Domotex Asia/Chinafloor has announced the postponement of its 2020 show.  The Domotex Asia/Chinafloor team said it has been monitoring the development of recent outbreak of the Coronavirus in several Chinese provinces. After studying and evaluating the announcements, guidance and new...

Tonight, FCW attended the Metroflor event at The Foundation Room. It was a night with great people and a fantastic view....
01/29/2020

Tonight, FCW attended the Metroflor event at The Foundation Room. It was a night with great people and a fantastic view. We were so happy to attend!

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Waterproof & worry-free! With EarthWerks Plus floors, you can #LiveLOUD without water getting in the way. So, celebrate on these beautiful, waterproof floors with cushion backing for enhanced sound reduction! #FCWxEarthWerks

Yesterday, FCW went live with AHF Products director of product management, Brian Parker, to highlight one of its most exciting product launches. Everything at Tradewins Ballroom E is brand new and produced in the last six months for Bruce, Hartco, Robbins, HomerWood and LM Flooring.

Mohawk Flooring brought the fun to TISE with its booth party, featuring music, bright lights and industry friends! Here, Jeff Meadows gets the festivities started

Mannington introduces SPC stair tread
Mannington introduces SPC stair tread

Mannington Floors gave FCW a demonstration of its new SPC stair tread today at the booth. Check out the video for more details.

In response to trends in the kitchen and bath space — according to Houzz, 70 percent of end users have white or gray cabinets and vanities — Hallmark Floors has updated multiple lines with new colors, including True II. Here, national sales and marketing manager Mark Casper highlights the collection, including its introduction of new species like Ash.

FCW’s Amy Rush-Imber talks with Karen Mendelsohn about the 2020 Mohawk experience here at TISE, along with its master brand strategy and how the company is creating a totally immersive experience.

Nox Corp.'s EPT Shield+ Surface Coating is put to the test
Nox Corp.'s EPT Shield+ Surface Coating is put to the test

John Kim, product marketing & planning team deputy general manager at Nox Corp. walked FCW through a demonstration of the company's EPT Shield+ Surface Coating's superior scratch resistance. Here, a product coated with EPT Shield+ is placed against a competitor product that does not have EPT Shield+.

Mohawk Flooring has created a stellar booth here at TISE! Angela Duke, director of brand market, spoke to how the company has elevated each of its master brands (Mohawk, Karastan and Pergo) with this year’s booth. “Each brand has its own experience here to represent each brand’s unique personality,” she told FCW.

Enjoy the relaxing new EarthWerks Plus collections by Swiff-Train Company – all with a cushion backing for enhanced sound reduction! These floors are not only beautiful, but keep the noise down, so you can #LiveLOUD without worrying about waking the little ones in your household. #FCWxEarthWerks

Turn up the fun with the EarthWerks! EarthWerks Plus collections come with cushion backing for enhanced sound reduction — don’t be afraid to live LOUD on these floors! #FCWxEarthWerks

Paris, the city of love ... and luxury! Phenix Flooring's Jason Surratt, senior vice president of product and design, is in France's captial for Maison&Objet. Follow along as he shares trends that are being seen at the event!

Jason Surratt, senior vice president of product and design for Phenix Flooring, is our eyes and ears on the Formex show floor in Stockholm, Sweden! Here, Surratt shares with us the evolving color and design trends that are being seen throughout the show.

Newest collections from EarthWerks — Parkhill Plus EIR, Sherbrook Plus and Tavern Plus — all have cushion backing for enhanced sound reduction! Don’t be afraid to Live LOUD this year, with beautiful new collections from EarthWerks Plus. #FCWxEarthWerks

Another big trend seen at #DOMOTEX this year is utilizing floors in creative ways. Watch how quickly Välinge Innovation AB’s director of floor locking technology, Laetitia Kimblad, puts up a wall installation thanks to 5G Climb. Check out other installations and demonstrations at booth B16!

HMTX Industries made a big splash at #DOMOTEX. The booth, strategically located at the entrance of Hall 12, displays the company’s entire family of brands. Hear from CEO Harlan Stone about show messaging, what he's looking forward to in 2020 and product updates like Aspecta Flooring's new Contours collection and Metroflor’s MagneBuild.

There are numerous benefits to cork flooring — thermal insulation, comfort underfoot and indentation resistance — including the reduction of sound transmission, shared Mário Pinho vice president of sales and marketing, Amorim Revestimentos. Here at #DOMOTEX, acoustics have been highlighted as a key trend. Watch FCW’s associate editor Morgan Bulman demonstrate how Amorim's (Wicanders) flooring naturally absorbs sound.

Flooring America/Flooring Canada and The Floor Trader president Keith Spano ended conneXtion 2020 with style here at closing night festivities where members were treated to a Mexican rodeo and lots of good time with retail peers.

Dance like no one’s watching with the Live Loud collections from EarthWerks! These show stopping collections all come with cushion backing for Enhanced Sound Reduction, so you can groove whenever you want, on floors that will keep things quiet. #FCWxEarthWerks

Start the countdown to the New Year and three new collections! EarthWerks is introducing the Live LOUD collections – Parkhill EIR Plus, Sherbrooke Plus and Tavern Plus. All come with a cushion backing for enhanced sound reduction, so the party can go on! #FCWxEarthWerks

The children are sleeping, and the floorboards aren’t creaking, because with EarthWerks Live LOUD collections, Santa won’t have to do any sneaking! EarthWerks by Swiff-Train Company is introducing three new EarthWerks Plus collections: Parkhill EIR Plus, Sherbrooke Plus and Tavern Plus — All with a cushion backing for enhanced sound reduction. Happy holidays! #FCWxEarthWerks

Erin Jende, director of marketing at Interface, spoke with FCW here at #Greenbuild19 about the flooring manufacturer’s presence at the show and how it’s connecting with attendees. For more about the carbon neutral floors program, and a tour of its global headquarters (known to employees as “Base Camp”) in Atlanta, stay tuned to FCW1.com.

In true New Orleans fashion, NAFCD’s annual convention kicked off with performers & a marching band — complete with Mardi Gras beads, of course — to gear attendees up for a great day of networking & sharing best practices.

Tonight at the QFloors user conference, Trent Ogden, co-founder and CFO and Chad Ogden, co-founder and president, shared a bit about the event with FCW.

EarthWerksÂŽ Hardwood
EarthWerksÂŽ Hardwood

#DYK? EarthWerks' sourcing experts travel the globe in search of the perfect hardwood, so consumers can get a beautiful, unique floor that will perfectly fit their space. Learn more about these products in the video below! #FCWxEarthWerks

Tutorial alert: Välinge‘s director of locking technology flooring Laetitia Kimblad offered FCW an overview of the company’s good, better, best locking systems offerings — including how to install ever-popular herringbone patterns.

When looking for flooring that will fit a busy lifestyle, consumers have a lot of boxes to check. That’s where EarthWerks' SPC flooring comes in! EarthWerks SPC is: ✅ Pet friendly ✅ Low-maintenance ✅ Waterproof ✅ Scratch resistant The company's SPC checks every box, and is a perfect fit for every room. #FCWxEarthWerks

Don’t fear the spills with EarthWerks waterproof flooring! Spills and splashes can be wiped away on these waterproof planks. #FCWxEarthWerks So relax, and enjoy #WPCflooring today!:

For EarthWerks, LVT doesn't just stand for luxury vinyl tile, but lasting, versatile & trendy! #FCWxEarthWerks Learn more about this low-maintenance flooring choice for high-traffic areas in the video below:

Lifestyle plays a big factor in finding the perfect flooring match. EarthWerks' solid polymer core (SPC) flooring is waterproof and scratch resistant, making it the perfect fit for busy days. #FCWxEarthWerks Learn more about this SPC by checking out the video below:

Looking for durable, beautiful flooring? EarthWerks® waterproof flooring will make you go “OMG!” Its WPC is not only beautiful, but it’s made to fit busy lifestyles without letting a little water get in the way. #FCWxEarthWerks

Luxury vinyl flooring by EarthWerks will make you want to celebrate! Durable and realistic, the company states this floor will wow your guests when you tell them it isn’t real hardwood. #FCWxEarthWerks

EarthWerks Hardwood collections
EarthWerks Hardwood collections

Invite the beautiful, natural textures and unique graining of EarthWerks Hardwood into your home, and bring the joy of outdoors, inside. Carefully crafted, EarthWerks Hardwood collections bring the timeless beauty of nature into your home. #FCWxEarthWerks Learn more about the exciting collections in the video below:

Special moment this year as Kelly, a Mohawk Flooring sales leader and breast cancer survivor, kicks off the Susan G. Komen 3-Day walk in Boston.

#DYK? EarthWerks sources its hardwood from all over the world! Character marks, knots, and burls are just some of the unique and beautiful attributes of its hardwood flooring. #FCWxEarthWerks Learn more about this product offering in the video below:

Here are the 5 love languages of vinyl flooring, as presented by EarthWerks! The company has been manufacturing #luxuryvinyltile (LVT) for over 40 years. Learn more about this type of product by checking out the video below #FCWxEarthWerks:

Pick the flooring that fits your lifestyle! Are you busy and need something low-maintenance and worry-free? Check out EarthWerks' SPC options — flooring that is durable, waterproof and scratch-resistant. #FCWxEarthWerks

Don’t be afraid of splashes! This waterproof core flooring will take the worry out of life’s little spills. #FCWxEarthWerks Learn more about EarthWerks WPC flooring:

Hadinger Company of Naples—and they are off! Teachers begin to select their rugs!

Are you looking for flooring, but want to make sure it’s the right fit? Check out the CORE collection from EarthWerks! It offers a variety of waterproof flooring options to address unique lifestyle needs. #FCWxEarthWerks

#DYK? For over eight decades, Swiff-Train Company has been sourcing and distributing vinyl, hardwood, tile, carpet, tools and supplies. Since then, the company has grown and expanded, and now calls EarthWerks, Pinnacle and Ground Control Surfaces part of its family of brands. #FCWxEarthWerks Learn more by watching the video below:

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