Recently added articles from National Floor Trends:
Seeking successful selling.(Editorial Comment)(flooring retailers work on their marketing strategy)(Editorial)
Mar 01, 2009; ... Just three months into 2009, it is definitely not business as usual for the floor covering industry. Clearly, all segments have taken a different approach in conducting business. Those driven to success during these economic times are now closer to their business partners. ...
Despite economy, Surfaces exhibitors, attendees report quality over quantity stands true: Surfaces' first general session seeks solutions to economic malaise.
Mar 01, 2009; ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Against a backdrop of economic uncertainty, Surfaces 2009, held recently at the Sands Expo & Convention Center in Las Vegas, will be remembered as an ...
Ceramic tile--now starring in designer floors everywhere.(Designs in Style)(myths, designs and installation of ceramic tiles)
Mar 01, 2009; ... In this fast-track world of what's new and what's hot in floor coverings, I'd like to suggest that you check out an old and trusted flooring friend--ceramic tile--at the upcoming Coverings show in Chicago (April 21-24). One of the biggest misconceptions about ceramic is that it's a trite ...
The ceramic job I almost lost.(Commercial Possibilities)(Dave Stafford president of Commercial Carpets of America shares his tile installing job)(Personal account)
Mar 01, 2009; ... When you're comfortable with your product mix and installation focus, it becomes easy to shut the door on opportunities that are knocking on your door--profitable ones. In this tight economy, competition is fierce and you have to take advantage of every chance to make a profit. Yes, this ...
Coverings to arm attendees with economic survival skills: business-improving educational series, workshops and demonstrations high on the show's agenda.
Mar 01, 2009 ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Organizers of Coverings 2009, the four-day annual show set for April 21-24 at McCormick Place in Chicago, IL, say they are preparing to offer the estimated more than 37,000 people from over 50 countries an educational line-up that addresses the current ...
Marazzi's Paris mimics wainscoting.(Ceramic Tile Products Gallery)
Mar 01, 2009 ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Designed for indoor residential walls, Marazzi's Paris emulates quilted and boiseries finishes with its satiny finishes that ...
Bostik, StarQuartz unveil new grout product.(Ceramic Tile Products Gallery)
Mar 01, 2009 ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Bostik and StarQuartz Industries have teamed up to roll out Bostik TruColor Pre-Mixed Grout for tile and stone applications. Available in 20 ...
USG adds adhesive to Durock line-up.(Ceramic Tile Products Gallery)
Mar 01, 2009 ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] New from USG is Durock Tile Membrane Adhesive, "a high-performance alternative to traditional mortars and mastics, when installing Durock Tile Membrane," the company ...
GranitiFiandre's latest emulates blue-veined marble.(Ceramic Tile Products Gallery)
Mar 01, 2009 ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Belgian Blue Collection from GranitiFiandre, which takes inspiration from its centuries-old, quarried namesake, boasts light-colored veining ...
Fashion-forward textile inspires Grupo Halcon.(Ceramic Tile Products Gallery)
Mar 01, 2009 ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Organza from Grupo Halcon, a 31cm x 60cm red-bodied ceramic tile, is characterized by the multitude of decorative ...
TAU recreates linen with Barak.(Ceramic Tile Products Gallery)
Mar 01, 2009 ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] TAU says the effects of silk with its romantic silhouette and smooth, serene colors inspired the company to create Barak. The line is offered in ...
Laticrete unveils one-step mortar.(Ceramic Tile Products Gallery)
Mar 01, 2009 ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] New from LATICRETE is a one-step, premixed mortar for mud bed, installations. The product, 3701 Fortified Mortar Bed has been ...
Custom Building in the green.(Ceramic Tile Products Gallery)
Mar 01, 2009 ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Custom Building Products offers two lines of biodegradable and low VOC tile and stone care products--TileLab and StoneSpecific. The recently reformulated TileLab line includes ...
Florim takes inspiration from leather for Rex series.(Ceramic Tile Products Gallery)
Mar 01, 2009 ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Rex series from Florim includes the newly released Galuchat line that uses twin press technology to create a fine leather look. ...
[10] Sakrete launches concrete patch.(Ceramic Tile Products Gallery)
Mar 01, 2009 ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] U.S. Cold Patch from Sakrete is a ready-to-use, recycled asphalt product designed to repair cracks in any asphalt or concrete ...
The evolution of laminate: new designs keep category fresh.(laminate flooring varieties and trends)
Mar 01, 2009; ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Laminate flooring makers are pushing ahead with new designs and technologies aimed at luring consumers back into retailers' stores. They note the segment is evolving with new medium-gloss finishes that bring a subtle, upscale look to laminate flooring ....
Beaulieu's new Flirtation line aims for sophisticated tastes.(Products)
Mar 01, 2009 ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Bliss by Beaulieu's new Flirtation line is available in 10 new carpet styles representing 288 SKUs. Flirtation uses variable twist ...
Lucky Break Collection offers multiple color options.(Products)
Mar 01, 2009 ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] J&J/Invision's new Lucky Break Collection features two new products, Jackpot and Windfall. Both are multi-color products for use in any market segment, the ...
ProSpec PermaFlex Lite 525 Mortar designed for tile and stone.(Products)
Mar 01, 2009 ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ProSpec's new PermaFlex Lite 525 is a lightweight thinset mortar designed for tile and natural stone installations. Its lightweight technology allows for the same coverage as a ...
LG Floors Deco Wood in domestic, exotic looks.(Products)
Mar 01, 2009 ... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] LG Floors' new Deco Wood luxury vinyl tile collection offers a lifelike wood plank look with a balanced color palette. High-resolution digital imaging ...