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By Matthew Spieler (Editor’s note: This is the second in a series of articles highlighting the many products and programs Shaw Industries is rolling out in 2007. The first was on its corporate environmental program, Green Edge (FCNews, Dec. 11/18, 2006)... more
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After enjoying strong growth the last several years continuing through much of 2006, the hardwood category has taken a downturn in recent months... more
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In today’s hectic and competitive business climate, some people work such long hours their office has become their second home. Maybe that’s why one of the recent design trends is to make it actually feel more like home — at least when it comes to flooring... more
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By Kerri Becker The market for buying floors is always changing. New advancements in styles, décor and installation techniques, coupled with consumers’ increasing desire for higher-end, top quality products have widened the door for manufacturers to offer more options to keep up with the latest... more
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By Louis Iannaco Radiant heating systems aren’t just for use under ceramic tile anymore. When first introduced, these systems were used mostly with ceramic tile applications to produce warmth underfoot for the consumer as he/she stepped out of the shower on those cold winter mornings... more
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Faus Group The mill has partnered with Oak Products of Illinois to distribute its Fausfloor laminate program in the Illinois and southern Wisconsin markets... more
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Woodbury, N.J.—Carpet Dealer Management System (CDMS) announced its much anticipated Version 8.05 program is set to be released by year’s end... more
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Lancaster, Pa.—Educating the consumer on her flooring choices has been an important part of Armstrong’s communications process—from its new online Flooring Q&A and Shop-A-Room on www.armstrong... more
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Dalton—When it comes to environmental stewardship, there is little argument the flooring industry is at the forefront when compared to other trades. Up until now, the focus has been in producing products for commercial use and reducing the use of natural resources during the manufacturing process... more
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By Louis Iannaco After enjoying strong growth the last several years continuing through much of 2006, the hardwood category has taken a downturn in recent months... more
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