DALTON—As part of its commitment to be an industry leader in environmental stewardship, Shaw Industries announced two new initiatives undertaken by the company in conjunction with governmental and non-government agencies... more

HOUSTON—Azrock by Tarkett announced its ReUse reclamation program is gaining momentum with the help of Texas companies like Resource-4Floors and Ziegler Cooper Architects... more

Industry, environmental groups commend new U.S. ban on illegal wood imports The United States has taken the critical step of passing legislation banning the import, sale or trade of illegally harvested wood and forest products... more

By Matthew Spieler

In today’s world of fraudulent business activities, Internet scams, unsafe/dangerous products entering the U.S. and people misrepresenting themselves, the need for proper accreditation is growing every day... more

By Sarah Zimmerman

“It’s the economy stupid!” James Carville’s mantra during the first Bill Clinton presidential campaign has proven to be close to reality for the Carpet America Recovery Effort (CARE) in 2007, said Frank Hurd, chairman... more

By Louis Iannaco

In contrast to their residential counterparts, professionals whose livelihoods depend upon the health of commercial business enjoyed a fairly solid 2007... more

2007 Statistical data for total volume of both soft and hard flooring surfaces. Additional information comparing residential sales versus commercial sales as well as fiber market share stats are included... more

2007 Statistical data highlighting total market share, soft surface sales, and hard surface sales in total dollars spent... more

Statistical data comparing 2004-2007 floor covering sales in all major categories for total square foot coverage... more

Statistical data comparing 2004-2007 floor covering sales in all major categories for total dollars spent... more