Attending Allied’s WorryFree Super Bowl party during the Atlanta market are, from left, Fred Arnowich, Gus Waters and Cary Jerris, all of Redi-Cut Carpet, New York. On the right is Bob Levison, merchandising rep for Allied... more

By Kerri Becker

For many Americans the holidays are synonymous with large amounts of impulsive spending and, as a result, large amounts of debt... more

Anaheim, Calif.—The World Floor Covering Association (WFCA) has taken the unusual step of coming out in support of a major carpet mill’s new warranty program and heralding it as a breakthrough for consumers... more

Memphis, Tenn.—The Wood Flooring Manufacturers Association (NOFMA) has revised its care guide, now available for purchase... more

Atlanta—Delos Rugs has expanded its showroom space at AmericasMart•Atlanta by 2,400 square feet in preparation for January’s Atlanta International Area Rug Market. This is the third expansion for the company in less than five years... more

First, let me thank the editors for naming me to the Top 20 Women as part of the Floor Covering News 20th Anniversary Edition. It was quite an honor to be among so many prominent women, including Rose Blumkin, founder of Nebraska Furniture Mart, who I have followed my whole career... more

“For every season, change, change change...” Just like the song says, autumn has brought a plethora of new products from several resilient manufacturers. Focusing on natural looks and ease of installation, these new items are designed to make the fall selling season a breeze for flooring dealers... more

ATLANTA—The Home Depot announced the union of its wholesale division under the common brand HD Supply... more

CHATTANOOGA, TENN.—Alliance Flooring’s new Color Tile Outlet venture (FCNews, Oct. 2/9) is off to a good start thanks to a partnership with Big Bob’s Flooring Outlet. With approximately 40 franchise locations in the U.S., Big Bob’s has become one of the first Color Tile Outlet licensees... more

Salem, NJ, November 7, 2006 – In its ongoing quest to be a net user of waste, Mannington has developed resilient tile flooring containing gypsum from a unique source - recycled post-consumer drywall... more