By George Davies Assistant director of marketing, Shaw Industries

Environmental stewardship takes many forms, and some products and processes are, quite simply, greener than others. However, virtually any attempt to make our world a better place is... more

Winter storms can wreak havoc on your home, and end up costing you a lot of money in the process. Winter proofing your home doesn’t have to be costly or overwhelming, and can give you piece of mind, while keeping you and yours safe and warm... more

Flooring is a fashion item in every sense of the word. That’s why consumers often turn to interior designers to help in their redecorating projects. And because designers work with all elements of an interior space, from the floors to the lights and from the furniture to the window coverings, they have... more

By Nick Wiebe

Just a few years ago, many experts predicted that only about 20% of end users would request green cleaning chemicals. They underestimated. Today it appears the majority of end users request environmentally preferable cleaning chemicals and accept traditional chemicals only... more

Back in the day, Allied Fibers held biannual Road Shows and invited hordes of retailers and distributors to attend the events. The shows included business meetings and fun sessions surrounded by fine dining and lots of bonding. Shown here at a November 1987 Road Show at... more

MAHWAH, N.J.—TD Retail Card Services has introduced the Renovate Credit Card program in the U.S. and Canada for independent retailers of flooring, furniture, lighting and other home furnishings and decor items... more

By Frank Hurd

Back in February, California assemblyman (now speaker) John Perez introduced carpet stewardship legislation, AB 2398. While created with the utmost of good intentions, the original bill needed modification to be in a form not just for... more

By Steven Feldman

COLORADO SPRINGS, COLO.—One of the industry’s most recognized brands is evolving. Karastan, a name synonymous with elegance, quality and high style since 1928, is adapting to a changing market, dealer base and consumer while... more

By Emily Hooper

By now, it is no secret to those in the know the floor covering industry is deeply committed to sustainable manufacturing practices and products. However, the word is just getting outside the circle and people are impressed with... more

By Matthew Spieler

Aside from walking on a grass surface in your home or office, can a floor, let alone the materials used to install and maintain it, be green and sustainable? What about the companies making these products? Can they run eco-friendly operations that make... more