By Matthew Spieler

KISSIMMEE, FLA.—While business has been bad on the residential side of the industry, sales in the commercial sector have continued to do well as shown by an enthusiastic crowd at Starnet Commercial Flooring’s Annual Membership Meeting... more

By Matthew Spieler

PALM COAST, FLA.—With more than 100 of its most dedicated retailers in attendance, Shaw Industries rolled out a number of initiatives and programs designed to create greater “synergies” throughout the selling chain... more

By Steven Feldman

OAK BROOK, ILL.—In the mid-1990s Pergo single handedly launched the laminate flooring category in the U.S., a segment that today is comprised of a multitude of manufacturers that collectively contribute to a $1.4 billion business at wholesale... more

Part one

This is truly the age of corporate environmental consciousness as everywhere one looks there are stories, ads and marketing initiatives proclaiming a company’s eco-friendly products and culture... more

By Sarah Zimmerman

Last year’s economic and industry hardships don’t seem to be letting up in 2008, so retailers are turning to opportunities, such as financing options, to help dealers, excel sales and better business this year... more

DEERFIELD BEACH, FLA.—Recognizing the popularity of NASCAR across the U.S., Mapei has teamed up with Robby Gordon to sponsor the racer’s No. 7 Dodge car at a number of events during the 2008 season... more

The Carpet & Rug Institute’s two-day Presidents’ Council, a biennial event in the nation’s capital, afforded leaders in our industry an opportunity to discuss business, the economy and pressing issues with members of the Senate, Congress and heads of government agencies... more

Adairsville, Georgia - Beaulieu Commercial today announced its purchase of green power and its partnership with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's Green Power Partnership... more

Senator Saxby Chambliss (R-Ga.) speaks to employees and executives of Shaw Industries as well as members of the media during a visit to the mill’s Waste to Energy (WTE) and Plant 81 facilities last month. The senator called the WTE plant cutting edge... more

DALTON—Mohawk Industries’ answer to promoting during a challenging flooring market is to become more aggressive— through a new research-based ad campaign that connects consumer passions for decorating with the solutions only a complete flooring resource can offer... more