Flooring

Flooring

Flooring is the general term for a permanent covering of a floor, or for the work of installing such a floor covering. Floor covering is a term to generically describe any finish material applied over a floor structure to provide a walking surface. Both terms are used interchangeably but floor covering refers more to loose-laid materials. Materials almost always classified as flooring include carpet, laminate, tile, and vinyl.


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Corral Clutter with a Mudroom
...upon arriving home. Mud Happens: Mudrooms are meant to handle dirt so nix the carpet and lay down tile or hardwood flooring. Pick a stylish rug to catch dirt in its tracks while also adding a design element to the space. Shoe Space:</stron...
7 On-Trend Kitchen Upgrades
...make a big statement. In fact, bold tile is not just limited to the backsplash. Patterned tile is an on-trend option for adding character to your flooring and dressing up commonly under-designed spaces like the window jamb with a practical material, like tile, that is easy to clean and maint...
Installing Bathroom Tile Like a Pro
... Updating the flooring can help infuse new life into tired, outdated bathrooms. For an upscale, polished look that doesn't have to break the bank, consider installing tile flooring. Before you get started, you'll want to make some decisions about the look and feel of your flo...
Easy, Affordable Bathroom Upgrades
...reenery or floating shelving. Add Accent Tile You can create a luxurious look with your backsplash, flooring or shower by adding a pop of colorful tile. Cheaper than purchasing an entire room's worth of tile, creating a chevron or herringbone pat...
Easy, Affordable Bathroom Upgrades
...e room, greenery or floating shelving. Add Accent Tile You can create a luxurious look with your backsplash, flooring or shower by adding a pop of colorful tile. Cheaper than purchasing an entire room's worth of tile, creating a chevron or herringbone pat...
Remodel with Universal Design in Mind
...a bit of luxury in the short-term but could serve an accessibility role down the road. In other parts of the house, luxury vinyl plank flooring continues to grow in popularity. Not only is it practical and easy to clean, it's appealing from a design standpoint and also offers a barr...
Crafted Plank and Tile
...Crafted Plank & Tile is one of the most innovative and user-friendly flooring solutions on the market today. As an affordable alternative to traditional wood or tile, it provides homeowners a stylish, long-lasting option that is kid & pet friendly, resistant to water, quick to install, ea...
Patcraft Introduces Inspired Connection
...Cartersville, Ga. – Patcraft, a leader in high-performance commercial flooring, has introduced Inspired Connection, a colorpoint carpet tile and broadloom collection designed to create connected and cohesive spaces. Featuring bold visuals with textural luxe and warm colorways, the collectio...
How To Make Dark Walls Work In Your Home
...ving rooms, bathrooms and even tighter spaces like laundry rooms, dark colors can elevate the elegance of your home design when paired with the right flooring, furnishings, and accessories. See how you can incorporate dark wall color into your home design. Dress your bathroom with dark jewel...
Decorating Your Home with Bold Colors
...onsidered bold in the right setting, true color on cabinets is also gaining traction among homeowners. With the right backsplash, countertops and flooring, you can safely install cabinets in a uniform color throughout the kitchen, but another on-trend option is to reserve the color for an isla...
SMART Carpet and Flooring Offers Multiple Options for the Home Gym
... workout location. For those who choose to skip the commercial gym and instead create their own personal, at-home workout space, SMART Carpet and Flooring. Finally implementing that New Year's resolution to get fit and lose weight starts with the perfect workout location. For those who choos...
Tarkett North America Transitions to One Brand
...SOLON, Ohio, Dec. 17, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Tarkett, a worldwide leader in innovative and sustainable flooring and sports surface solutions, announces that effective immediately, Tarkett North America will transition its sub-brands of Johnsonite, Tandus Centiva, Desso and Lexmark to Tarkett....
Advice from SMART Carpet and Flooring: Elderly Should Avoid Using Porcelain Tile in Bathrooms
...a fall, with 80 percent of those falls taking place in the bathroom, according to the National Council on Aging. The advice from SMART Carpet and Flooring is to replace bathroom flooring with modern luxury vinyl flooring, which is more slip-resistant than traditional porcelain or ceramic til...
American Industrial Partners' Acquisition of Armstrong Flooring's Wood Flooring Business Is a Win-Win Deal
...te equity firm with substantial holdings in the construction industry, announced today that it had entered into an agreement to purchase the wood flooring operations of Armstrong Flooring. The transaction, which is expected to be completed in the fourth quarter of 2018, will benefit both compa...
5 Steps to Incorporate Universal Design
...r home provides space for sleeping, eating and has at least one full bathroom. Other safety considerations include: * Incorporating non-slip flooring surfaces * Removing the need to go up or down stairs * Creating well-lit rooms 4. Kitchen Updates for E...
SMART Carpet and Flooring Reveals Their Naughty & Nice List for Protecting Floors This Holiday Season
...- With an estimated 27.4 million real Christmas trees purchased last year, according to the National Christmas Tree Association, SMART Carpet and Flooring is providing homeowners expert advice for protecting floors this holiday season with their "2018 Naughty and Nice List." "...
Gerflor Brings DLW Linoleum Stateside
... CHICAGO (October 2018) – Following the acquisition of DLW Flooring’s linoleum activities in March 2018, Gerflor USA, a resilient commercial flooring leader and innovator, is set to launch a new linoleum collection for the USA market in 2019. The Gerflor DLW line rec...
Tarkett Launches the Scale Study Series Collection from Designer Suzanne Tick
... SOLON, OHIO, September 28, 2018 — Tarkett, a worldwide leader in innovative and sustainable flooring and sports surface solutions, unveils the Scale Study Series designed by Suzanne Tick for Tandus Centiva. The Scale Study Series is designed to meet today’s space needs and include...
Art Van Furniture Introduces Innovative New Way to Shop by Identifying Six Popular Lifestyle Collections
...Furniture is also carrying a wide selection of stylish and affordable accessories for the home, including rugs, lamps and artwork, as well as new flooring options and window treatments. Art Van Outlet is further simplifying the selection process for shoppers. The department is o...
Vivero Luxury Flooring with Diamond 10 Technology
...Did you know our Vivero Luxury Flooring with Diamond 10 Technology is made with cultured diamonds? That's what makes it so durable and such a great option for schools. Huckabee recently used two of our Vivero in this renovation for Fort Bend ISD Garcia Middle School. They updated the cafeteria, corr...
Living in Color
...eration is how you'll complete the room once the cabinetry is installed. Think about the rest of the woodwork, other finishes like backsplash and flooring, and dining furniture in the space. Also consider your appliances and any decorative items you may wish to add. Ensure the color you're c...
Mohawk's Edge Summit to Accelerate Retailers' Competitive Edge
...lk away energized and ready to grasp a competitive edge.” Jeff Lorberbaum, CEO, Mohawk Industries; Brian Carson, president, Mohawk Flooring North America; Tom Lape, president, Mohawk residential, soft and hard surfaces; and Karen Mendelsohn, senior vice president, marketing, wil...
Home Upgrades that Really Work/Ideas and inspiration to create more functional spaces
...an be a dangerous combination. If you're taking on a bathroom upgrade with accessibility in mind, be sure to consider options like slip-resistant flooring, strong grab bars, shower seats and a practical walk-in tub or low-threshold shower base. Complete Remodel<...
Simple Home Renovations/7 projects that improve resale value
...p> Many homeowners approach a bathroom upgrade with big projects in mind, like swapping out the vanity, replacing the tub or installing tile flooring. However, it's possible to make a noticeable impact with much smaller changes. Simply updating bathroom fixtures and fittings such as sho...
Patcraft’s Color Campaign Inspires Four New Products
... Inspired by how differing shades can impact and enhance the built environment, Patcraft, a leader in high-performance commercial flooring, has introduced a variety of color-forward styles in 2018. These collections—ranging from carpet tile to resilient— have been designed to suppo...
Mohawk Cushions all Seven Susan G. Komen 3-Day Walks for Third year
...nability, please see Mohawk’s 2017 Sustainability report at mohawksustainability.com. For more information about Mohawk, visit mohawkflooring.com.  About Mohawk Mohawk Industries is a leading global flooring manufacturer that creates products to enhance ...
Mohawk Redesigns Five Star to Enhance In-Store Shopping Experience
... digital has disrupted the consumer shopping journey, the one thing that remains unchanged is consumers are still going to the store to make their flooring purchases. The Five Star program is designed to connect the online to the in-store experience.” Officially relaunching on ...
Q.E.P. Co., Inc. to Acquire Certain Assets of Kraus Group
...., Inc. announced today it agreed to acquire certain assets of Kraus Group. Kraus is a leading North American distributor of various hard surface flooring, carpet tiles and related accessories. Kraus will operate as a business unit of Q.E.P. Co., Inc. The deal is expected to be complete in e...
Patcraft’s Oxidation Experiment Inspires Artefact Carpet Tile
... Cartersville, Ga. – Patcraft, a leader in high-performance commercial flooring, has launched its newest carpet tile collection, Artefact. This versatile collection, featuring four distinct products, was inspired by an oxidation experiment exposing fabrics to metal, rust and water....
Living in Color
...eration is how you'll complete the room once the cabinetry is installed. Think about the rest of the woodwork, other finishes like backsplash and flooring, and dining furniture in the space. Also consider your appliances and any decorative items you may wish to add. Ensure the color you're c...
Home Improvements with High ROI
... value to your home, it's important to consider which projects are likely to bring the greatest return on your investment. Flooring Much like hands reveal a person's true age, flooring speaks volumes about a home. Replacing and updating worn floo...
A Handy Guide to Starting a Home Remodel
...odel, a comprehensive resource like JCPenney Home Services offers a one-stop-shop for bathroom remodeling, countertops, custom window treatments, flooring, heating and cooling, water heaters and whole-home water treatment. You can find unique landing pages for each service that provides prod...
The time is now to incorporate Scandinavian style into decor
...ke eye-catching shoe racks and shelving, or built-in bed storage that creates a unique frame. Cool, natural tones and light woods in flooring Scandinavian style incorporates natural tones of whites, grays and light browns. Pale wood and whitewashed floors create a c...
The best way to clean wood floors might surprise you
...me with shiny wood floors, many consumers are unaware of the best way to care for them, according to a 2017 survey conducted by the National Wood Flooring Association. "Not surprisingly, many homeowners are unsure of the best way to effectively and quickly clean hardwood floors....
Mix, match and mosaic: The top interior design trends of 2018
... Whether you're redecorating your home, changing up that old carpet for warm hardwood flooring, or just longing for a fresh coat of paint and some new accents in the living room, the design trends this year are all about texture, style and surprises. It's hardwood floors celebrating kn...
5 budget-friendly master bathroom upgrades you'll cherish for years
...fective way to show your sense of style and bring cohesion to your space while capitalizing on the latest technology. * Finish the flooring. Your new bathroom deserves to look good from top to bottom. Pick a flooring style that speaks to you, spoil yourself with heated floors ...
Room-by-Room Renovations-Small changes that add up to a big impact
...nty of essential activity happens in the laundry area. Practical features like added storage space, cheerful color on the walls and easy-to-clean flooring can all make this room's tedious tasks more enjoyable. Which Skylight is Right? Skylights can serve ...
Material Matters
...pects that take the heaviest use - the floors, sink and countertops - can help ensure your renovation stands the test of time. Flooring Though often taken for granted, the floor is generally the kitchen feature that sustains the heaviest use over time....
Uniquely you hues: Decorating with your personality in mind
...ts brand offers five-color collections that help consumers see various paint hues in context with the colors of other existing home elements, such as flooring, tile and furniture. Seeing these five-color pairings next to each other allows you to easily visualize how wall and trim colors will work wi...
7 home improvements to tackle before you move in
...keyholders because you never know who they shared keys with. This fix is quick, inexpensive and it provides you with peace of mind. * Flooring updates. Redoing a floor is always easier when the floor is empty.Whether you’re choosing to redo wood floors or lay tile before you move in,...
Beauty and utility: Designing a functional, stylish home
...f surface finishes, all while maintaining the on-trend style and beautiful details design-savvy homeowners seek. Form and function of flooring The most impactful way to refresh the home is starting from the ground up with flooring. Many homeowners are drawn to the bea...
Simply sleek: How to create today's top shower design
... and ornate details in favor of polished designs that produce a beautiful, finished look. In shower spaces, consider the surround and flooring transition. Explore joint systems and find one that is seamless and low-maintenance. Consider flat walls rather than traditional curved varie...
How trending home colors achieve their 'hot' status each year
...e front door or even as an accent wall in a child's room. What's more, the color pairs well with trending home materials, such as gray flooring, black tiles and gold décor accents. The unique blended qualities of the colors mean these purples can adapt to the surrounding environments ...
Light solutions: What to do when your house feels like a cave
...lore can have rooms that feel dark and cave like. Some of the most-loved aspects of modern design - open, expansive floor plans, wood flooring in darker tones, walls of windows - may leave portions of a room dazzled with sun and other parts dim and poorly lit. For example, a room wit...
5 residential design trends in hardwood
...dinfo.com. "Subtle tweaks can make something familiar, look innovative. The current trend is to take a classic hardwood application, like paneling or flooring, and give it a stylish, up-to-the-minute twist. Here's a look at what's trending." Wide-plank flooring ...
The many moods of modern design
... home design. Infused with natural materials, this modern design approach brings the outdoors inside with elements such as rock tiled showers, bamboo flooring or stone sinks. Soft colors such as cream, taupe, gray and gold complement the natural materials to deliver a soothing spa-like experience...
Making Spirits Bright This Year: Waterproof Indoor Carpet at SMART Carpet and Flooring
..., steaming mugs of mulled wine . . . all of which, when they end up on the floors, make for a pronounced lack of cheer. Fortunately, SMART Carpet and Flooring has a solution that, while it may not result in peace on earth this holiday season, is sure to bring peace of mind to homeowners throughout N...
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Secrets to marrying style, eco-sense and luxury in any bathroom
...reduce dependence on artificial light sources. The skylight can also provide passive ventilation — all while preserving much-desired privacy. Flooring is another area inspiration for your senses doesn’t have to take a back seat to green considerations. From tiles made of recycled materials l...
Home improvement: What's old is new again
...ation is the limit for homeowners, but here is a sampling of what can be done. Build from the ground up Install new flooring that’s inspired by the charm of vintage floors. Retailers like <a href="http://www.lumberliquidators.com/ll/home" rel="nofollow" target="_bla...
The many moods of modern design
...e design. Infused with natural materials, this modern design approach brings the outdoors inside with elements such as rock tiled showers, bamboo flooring or stone sinks. Soft colors such as cream, taupe, gray and gold complement the natural materials to deliver a soothing spa-like experienc...
On-Trend Transformations/Get the hottest looks with a bathroom makeover
...ularly in a smaller room, this open, airy look is a stylish alternative to the pedestal sink as it lends an illusion of space while bringing expanded flooring into view. Paired with the proper cabinetry and color scheme, the floating vanity can work equally well in a transitional design. <s...
Keeping the Character/Renovation with original charm in mind
...any ways to retain features that keep the integrity of the original design intact while keeping your renovation budget under control. FlooringUpdating tired, worn flooring is an important way to make a room feel fresh and inviting. Remember that much like fashion trend...
5 Mistakes New Homeowners Make That Attract Pests
...ith droppings. New insulation technology incorporates materials specifically designed to help deter household pests. Ignoring flooring and siding damageTermites are called "silent destroyers" because they may be secretly hiding and thriving in a home or yard without imm...
5 Pops of Pattern to Instantly Upgrade Interiors
...No matter where you turn, pattern inspiration is all around you - from modern architecture and traditional flooring to animal furs, floral arrangements and fashion runways. As homeowners and designers look to personalize spaces and create impactful interiors, patterns are being replicated with paint...
A Kitchen Designer Tells All - Five tried-and-true tips for rocking your kitchen remodel
...tyle. Look for brands like Neolith, www.neolith.com, that offer a multitude of style options for the larger surface areas of your kitchen - including flooring, wall surfaces and countertops - with tried-and-true designs that mimic looks of marble or granite, as well as more modern options in blue, g...
Mini-Makeovers Deliver Big Home Value
...rojects average $4,381 and $3,453 respectively and according to Terrill, most homeowners find the resale value worth the investment. Updating the flooring is also a common small-scale project in the bathroom, with costs averaging $1,794. Installing a colorful tile floor is an especially appealin...
Karastan and Landy & Arcari Honor New England's Most Talented Designers
...n in women and children in Pakistan and Afghanistan. About Karastan Karastan® is part of Mohawk® Industries, a leading supplier of flooring for both residential and commercial applications. Mohawk offers a complete selection of broadloom carpet, hardwood, ceramic tile, laminate, s...
5 Ways to Create a Safer Bathroom
... by following a few simple steps: * Choose a textured floor. The splish and splash of taking a bath often leads to slippery surfaces. When choosing flooring for a bathroom, avoid slick surfaces like porcelain and granite, and look for textured choices with better traction. If ceramic is a must, lo...
Add Appeal, Save On Your Remodeling Project
...dware store. Change out old, brushed stainless or gold knobs and pulls with the newer, on-trend styles offered in pewter or bronze. * Porcelain tile flooring: If you want the look of stone flooring without the hefty cost, check out the many offerings of porcelain tile. This sturdy, chip-resistant s...
Green Ways to Beautify Your Home
...s, there are plenty of options that keep materials out of landfills. Look for furniture made from reclaimed wood, carpets made from recycled plastic, flooring made from sustainable resources such as bamboo or cork, and wallpaper made from managed timber sources. You can find glassware, dinner sets a...
Spring Cleaning Shortcuts
...e all your carpets a good vacuuming. Sprinkle baking soda on carpets and rugs to absorb odors. -Steam mops are a great way to quickly clean multiple flooring surfaces without a mop and bucket. You can do a whole room in just a few minutes. -A lot of the dirt and dust in a home is brought inside on...
A Modern Master Suite - Adding technology - and style - to the bedroom
...ne within the bedroom with temperature controlled pillows and blankets. And there's nothing quite like waking up and putting your feet down on heated flooring. Music control You want to listen to music on good quality speakers, but you don't want a huge speaker in your bedroom; nor do you want ...
Find inspiration for your home in 2013 with the latest design trends
...c purpose, doesn't mean you can't reimagine how it could be used," says Nayak. "For example, hanging materials on the wall that are typically used as flooring can be breathtaking. Wood planks or concrete panels, featured vertically and not just on the ground, add richness and texture." Another gr...
Kitchen remodeling: How to go from a far-off dream to 'DIY'
...ere are some essential parts of the project and the tools you'll need to get going: * Floors: There are lots of stylish and functional options for flooring, but the type of saw you'll need for cutting things down to size will depend on what material you choose. For tile, you'll need a wet saw, bu...
Ten lucky home decor trends for 2013
...dent kitchen and bath designer in San Diego, Calif. Value-oriented remodels will remain popular, she predicts, with homeowners incorporating existing flooring, fixtures, cabinets and/or appliances into their design plans to save money and retain favorite design elements. Let it shine Jeff Dros...
Adding a Little Luxury to Your Home
...g beautiful metals into any room. Richly colored candles add color and scent to a room, and their soft light will make your metallic accents glow. Flooring - Sometimes the floor can get overlooked as a design element in a room. But a beautiful floor can pull the whole look of a room together. Ref...
Beautiful rooms are meant to be lived in
...the easiest ways to breathe new life into a room is by refreshing the floors. A dull or scuffed floor can make a room look tired. Selecting the right flooring will create the perfect canvas to help tie all a room's design elements together. Flooring is one of the key design elements that will bring ...
The surprising truth about carpet
...as gained quite the reputation in the past decade, fueled by a multitude of assumptions. But is there truth behind the rumors about this very popular flooring option? With a little investigation you'll find many are completely false - making carpet a viable flooring option that can benefit everyone,...
Teragren's Complete Bamboo Line Certified USDA BioPreferred
...BAINBRIDGE ISLAND, Wash. – October 3, 2012 – Teragren (www.teragren.com), the nation’s leading manufacturer of fine bamboo flooring, panels, veneer and worktops, has earned the USDA Certified Biobased Product Label for their complete line of bamboo building products. The USDA Certified Biobased Prod...
New mobile app puts flooring in hand
... Naturally, many of these mobile Web users are homeowners and maximizing the value of their biggest investment is at the forefront of their minds. Flooring is vital to achieving that goal, and a new flooring application for iPhone and iPad is leading the way. Lumber Liquidators - North Americ...
Follow the trend and give your kitchen and bath a mend
...tive kitchen faucet that responds to their movements and helps them to accomplish everyday tasks, while maintaining its beautiful form." Finally, flooring, as one of the largest surface areas in the kitchen, is an ideal upgrade that can set the tone of the room from the bottom up. And, today's f...
Joyful Heart Foundation rolls out Karastan red carpet for star-studded fundraising event
...EDIT: Michael Parmelee, courtesy of the Joyful Heart Foundation About Karastan Karastan® is part of Mohawk® Industries, a leading supplier of flooring for both residential and commercial applications. Mohawk offers a complete selection of broadloom carpet, hardwood, ceramic tile, laminate, s...
Simple projects to spruce up the look of your home
...waiting to screen and recoat your hardwood floor to give it a new shine, now's the perfect time to do it. If you're replacing tile, vinyl or linoleum flooring, a heat gun is a great tool to help soften the adhesive for easy removal. The Wagner HT3500 digital heat gun offers 12 precise temperature se...
Mohawk Makes a Splash with Statement-Making Pinterest Boards that Inspire and Educate Consumers
...DALTON, Ga. May 29, 2012— Consumers worldwide are taking new notice of Mohawk, the world’s largest flooring manufacturer, as the company unveiled its Pinterest platform earlier this week. The company has curated 15 pin boards, which visually communicate Mohawk’s key brand stories, while also showcas...
Tips and Tricks to Get Your Home Clean
...e couch, the refrigerator and along baseboards - it can even be used to clean upholstered furniture. Check behind the lines. When cleaning carpets, flooring and baseboards, move furniture out of the way. If you're looking to refresh a room, try placing key pieces in new spots. To get rid of the ca...
Simple projects to spruce up the look of your home
...waiting to screen and recoat your hardwood floor to give it a new shine, now's the perfect time to do it. If you're replacing tile, vinyl or linoleum flooring, a heat gun is a great tool to help soften the adhesive for easy removal. The Wagner HT3500 digital heat gun offers 12 precise temperature se...
Do-It-Yourself Home Projects Help You Save
...t within your budget - from finishing rod racks to cabinets and overhead ceiling-mounted shelving - at retail stores such as www.walmart.com. Update flooring To cover existing flooring, use floating laminate pieces. Installing wood laminate in your bathroom, bedroom, kitchen, or living room is eas...
Make Your Home Cleaner and Greener
... variety of products for the whole house, including naturally derived laundry detergent and bathroom cleaners that are priced very competitively. Flooring Carpets trap dirt, dust and other allergens. If possible, remove wall-to-wall carpeting and replace it with natural wood flooring, such as s...
Top 10 Bathroom Trends
...l faucet in the bathroom rose from 45 percent to 57 percent. Brushed nickel faucets in the bathroom fell from 66 percent to 38 percent. Recycled Flooring: With the increased focus on sustainable materials, tiles made from recycled ceramic, glass and metal are in. Look for companies that use rec...
Mohawk “Colors of Spring” National Sale Features Aggressive Consumer Rebate and Financing Offers, Free TV Commercials
...rengthening the brand position of Mohawk aligned retailers. Mohawk’s national spring sale, “Colors of Spring,” is a favorite among many of the top flooring retailers in the nation, many of whom create their own advertising programs to complement Mohawk’s national effort. Many stores see double-di...
Mohawk featured in ABC News’ “Made in America” series
...cers checked the labels, it found that virtually everything owned by the family was made outside the USA—including upholstery, casegoods, appliances, flooring, lamps, and other furnishings. ABC News removed everything that wasn’t American made, then set about giving the Usrys a total home makeove...
Planning an Outdoor Oasis
... outdoor oasis. Define the Space. An outdoor room could be the entire yard, or just a small part of it. Think about it having walls, a ceiling and flooring, just like an indoor room. * Walls are vertical elements that help define a space, such as hedges, trees, lattice screens, raised garden bed...
LATICRETE Draws a Major Crowd at Surfaces 2011
...bullseye took home exclusive prizes such as a brand new Wii console or an Xbox 360. For one lucky winner, Carlos Arizmendi of California Granite & Flooring Inc. based in Escondido, the new Xbox 360 has already been put to good use by his four sons. Though Arizmendi’s shot sailed wide of the bulls...
Mannington Floors wants Readers to Feel Right ‘At Home’ with New Blog
...nington hopes to capture in its first consumer blog, “At Home” (http://blog.manningtonathome.com). The blog, a first for Mannington’s residential flooring division, aims to motivate readers to be different, bold and exciting, both in their homes and in their lives. With an underlying theme of “h...
The Art of Fine Furniture Design
...furniture match interior colors? A. This can be very much a personal choice, but there are a few things to consider. Warm color palettes for walls, flooring and fabrics can dictate the use of warm tones for wood finishes. Likewise, a room's foundational cool tones are best paired with finishes in ...
Karastan Revitalizes 70-Year-Old Beauty in Heritage Kirman Crimson
...ake to weave and import a similar piece. • Price for 5'9" x 9': $999 About Karastan Karastan is part of Mohawk Industries, a leading supplier of flooring for both residential and commercial applications. Mohawk offers a complete selection of broadloom carpet, ceramic tile, wood, stone, laminate...
Top 10 home decor trends for 2011
... to board thickness and giving special consideration to products that meet industry LEED requirements. For a green touch, Frederick suggests hardwood flooring from reclaimed wood or sustainably grown and harvested sources. To add warmth, Marta Cullen of Dream Interiors suggests round rugs - the bigg...
Shaw, HGTV team up for co-branded flooring line - Licensing partnership extends an already strong relationship
...e last three years, four if you count 2011, Shaw Industries and HGTV have had an ever-building partnership as the manufacturer has been the exclusive flooring provider for the HGTV Green Home giveaway. That relationship took a big leap forward with the announcement of a co-branded, exclusive floorin...
Mohawk Industries Turning “Green” Into Green: Ideas You Can Use Today
.... Recycling can be less expensive than landfill fees, and it’s better for the environment. Plus, programs are in place for recycling carpet—and other flooring products—cardboard and many other materials. Some items—like cushion— can even be income generators. Look close at energy. Utilities are a...
Hardwood finishes are more eco-friendly than ever
...(ARA) - Finishes are vital to protecting the beauty and performance of hardwood cabinetry, flooring and millwork. And while these will always be important considerations for today's consumers, the health of their families and overall environmental health are important as well. So before you visit th...
Cold weather offers perfect opportunity to work on these projects
... planning throughout colder months. If anything, it's the perfect way to spend time while hibernating indoors. From winterizing windows to laying new flooring, there are plenty of ways to keep improving your home year round. When the seasons change, one of the best things a homeowner can do is a...
USFloors provides bright light in Dalton
...investment in our community. We are installing the system using local labor and putting local residents to work. With the millions of square feet of ‘flooring’ roof tops available in and around Whitfield County, we have the perfect opportunity to become the leading community in solar energy and an e...
Karastan Featured in 4th Annual Hearst Magazines ‘Designer Visions: Cinema Style’
...s year’s homes is available online at www.designervisionsonline.com. About Karastan Karastan is part of Mohawk Industries, a leading supplier of flooring for both residential and commercial applications. Mohawk offers a complete selection of broadloom carpet, ceramic tile, wood, stone, laminate...
USFloors commitment to environmental responsibility backed by actions
...ainable and renewable enter the mainstream lexicon, green companies are popping up all over the radar to gain leverage in an increasingly competitive flooring market. While many will tout their green status through catchy marketing phrases and a few sustainable products, flooring companies that are ...
Armstrong Green: Opportunity for customer service and better sales
...till, the open question is: In what ways and to what degree are consumers making purchase decisions based on green factors? And, how does that impact flooring? Based on our continuous nationwide conversations with flooring dealers, green is showing up as a niche opportunity. Regionally, it can b...
Warm up your kitchen with cozy colors
... cinnamon colors; soothing neutrals such as tarragon and sage; and the deep, rich tones of wine or cherry. These colors, when used in wall coverings, flooring or accessories, can provide a backdrop that sets the tone in your kitchen. Warm wood cabinetry There's nothing like the look of real ...
Top 10 home decor trends for 2011
... to board thickness and giving special consideration to products that meet industry LEED requirements. For a green touch, Frederick suggests hardwood flooring from reclaimed wood or sustainably grown and harvested sources. To add warmth, Marta Cullen of Dream Interiors suggests round rugs - the bigg...
Wilsonart Flooring To Cease Operations
...(Temple, TX – August 10, 2010) – Wilsonart International announced today that it will discontinue its Wilsonart Flooring product line and close both the Wilsonart Flooring and cast sinks manufacturing operations in Temple, Texas. Several factors drive this extremely difficult decision for Wilsonart,...
Mohawk Announces New iPhone App - "MohawkME!" Now Available for Free Download
...llery, users can put a face into one of eight distinct mohawk styles. Their choice will reveal not only key personality traits, but also the perfect flooring choice to match the lifestyle of the hairdo choice. The new “Mohawk ME!” image can be loaded onto Facebook or emailed to friends. Read more....
TERAGREN® INTRODUCES NEW PORTFOLIO STRANDBAMBOO FLOATING FLOOR COLLECTION
...BAINBRIDGE ISLAND, Wash. – February 2, 2010 – Teragren (www.teragren.com), the nation’s leading manufacturer of fine bamboo flooring, panels and veneer, today introduced the Portfolio Strand Bamboo Floating Floor collection, the newest addition to the company’s line of beautiful, durable, renewable ...
HomerWood floors offer a blend of the handcrafted and the contemporary in new patterns and finishes
...HomerWood Hardwood Flooring extends its selection of unique visuals with new Herringbone Cut Planks and UV-Oil Naturals options that enhance the exquisite styling of its premium hardwood floors. A hardwood floor pattern defines the look of any space, and the new Herringbone design gives a room a...
Divine Deck Design
...process, a new online tool can make it very easy. Fiberon, one of the leading manufacturers of composite decking, railing and fencing and PVC outdoor flooring, offers a Deck Design tool that allows you to select the shape and size of your deck, including the number of levels, stairs, railings - even...
Color splashes into 2010 styles
...most popular trend for that room will be hardwood, as in the past. Bathrooms will continue to use tile in ceramic, porcelain and natural stone for flooring options. Even countertops will opt for natural materials such as granite, quartz and marble...
Mannington to Turn Olympic Graphics into VCT Flooring
...at do the dramatic graphics adorning the various buildings, buses and vehicles at the 2010 Olympic Winter Games in Vancouver, Canada, have to do with flooring? Everything, if you’re Mannington Mills. Thanks to a partnership with 3M Canada, supplier of the graphics, and the Vancouver Organizing Co...
Metroflor hands out distributor awards
...rinciples on which Metrflor was founded,” Raskin said. “Style, performance and value.” Also honored during the awards presentation was Ohio Valley Flooring with the President’s award. Raskin said the award is based on consistent commitment to Metroflor products, from supporting retail sales force...
Mohawk Looks at Training Magazine Top 125 Honors as a Challenge to Improve
...ohawk’s customers. “We’ve discovered that by looking outside our industry, we’re finding ideas that help us take professionalism to new levels in flooring,” Gray said. “It’s helping us bring in new concepts faster, and get them into our dealers’ hands.” Gray said that in 2010, Mohawk has part...
Faus expanding U.S. manufacturing
..., and increase in its manufacturing capacity. “The increased production volumes will provide the consumer with more cost-effective, high-end laminate flooring.” The installation of its fourth press and second milling line will give Faus the capacity to produce 100 million square feet per year of...
Outdoor Rooms from Top to Bottom
...a hard surface. It can serve as the outdoor room's focal point around which other materials and features are styled. The textures and shapes of stone flooring can lend a dimensional feel, while a deck's color allows it to contrast or blend with the environment. When planning the floor, spacing is...