Dallas, February 21, 2011 – Quick-Step, the style and technology leader in laminate flooring, has added The Cronin Company as a new distributor partner. Effective March 12th, Cronin will represent Quick-Step in Montana, Oregon, Alaska, Idaho, northern Wyoming, and Washington. The Cronin Company is one of the Northwest’s leading independent wholesale distributors of fine floor covering products.

“Quick-Step products are exclusively sold through a national network of the flooring industry’s finest distributors,” said Roy Foster, vice president of sales for Quick-Step. “The Cronin Company is a strong organization widely respected for its reputation of integrity, quality, value, and service. Quick-Step customers in the Northwest will receive exceptional service from our new distributor partner.”

The Cronin Company was established in 1878 and is currently owned and operated by the fifth generation of the Cronin family. The company headquarters is located in Portland, with eight branch operations serving customers in the Northwest.

“Cronin is pleased to represent the Quick-Step product line,” said Guy Freeman, executive vice president of The Cronin Company. “As a manufacturer, Quick-Step offers a distributor superior products, the right product mix, effective merchandising tools, low claims rates, and excellent customer service. We anticipate the Quick-Step/Cronin partnership will be a formidable force in our region.

About Quick-Step
Quick-Step is a market leader in flooring, providing solutions for a wide variety of interiors. Quick-Step is a registered trademark of Unilin Flooring, a Mohawk Industries company. Mohawk Industries is listed on the New York Stock Exchange and is a Fortune 500 company. To find the nearest Quick-Step dealer or for additional information, visit quickstep.com.

About The Cronin Company
The Cronin Company is one of the Northwest’s leading independent wholesale distributors of fine floor covering products. Established in 1878, the company is headquartered in Portland. For additional information, visit cronincompany.com.