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By Betsy Amoroso, Communications manager, Mannington MillsToday, in every facet of our lives, there’s a keen awareness to be less wasteful and more efficient. The flooring industry is no exception... more
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Hakatai glass mosaic tile was specified by Hiromi Ogawa Architects for the modern remodel of a Craftsman-style bungalow in Berkeley, California. The tile was used extensively throughout both bathrooms... more
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By William McDonough FAIA, IntFRIBAI am an architect who, in 1984, called a major U.S. carpet manufacturer and asked what was in its carpet and glue, and whether it would “offgas” once installed in a space I was designing for the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) in New York... more
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Wood is an environmentally friendly choice for a number of reasons: It is recyclable, biodegradable and naturally renewable... more
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By Matthew Spieler SEAFORD, DEL.—Invista announced restructuring plans that involve moving several carpet fiber manufacturing operations to other facilities in the U.S. and Canada by mid-2009... more
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The environment is an undeniable force in today’s marketplace. Green product sales continue to rise, and major retailers are investing heavily in environmental practices, products and promotion... more
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From one of the creators of direct-pressure laminate (now the industry standard) and the patented Uniclic locking system (that revolutionized the industry) comes the Quick•Step Linesse Collection featuring UniLink technology, the latest in flooring innovation... more
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Starline Associates, headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., is the developer of Silent Blue laminate underlayment, Duravel 3-in-1 premium moisture barrier, Star Silver 3mm metallic film and foam underlayment, as well as Duravel Premium Laminate Flooring... more
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In the past decade American consumers have expanded their tastes in wood from the traditional red oak to species that come from all corners of the world... more
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By Louis Iannaco Bamboo as an alternative flooring choice is booming. Combine the desire for a natural product in the home with environmental responsibility, and how could it not be? Today, with more colors, textures and styles to choose from, bamboo has reached new heights of popularity... more
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