Tarkett Dealers Win In-Store Appearance of "Tradin

Houston, TX, September 29, 2005--Three lucky dealers recently won an all-day appearance by Frank Bielec, one of the top designers on TLC's hit show "Trading Spaces." Dealers who displayed Nafco by Tarkett's Permastone Modular products were automatically entered to win one of three in-store appearances by the popular television personality. Bielec will make appearances at Anderson Furniture and Floor Coverings in Trenton, Tennessee on Saturday, October 1; Abbey Carpet of Vacaville in Vacaville, California on Saturday, October 29; and, Leicester Carpet Sales in Asheville, North Carolina on Saturday, November 12. “Tarkett appreciates its dealers, so we wanted to provide an opportunity that would not only help drive traffic to their locations, but also create excitement for homeowners who may be considering remodeling their home,” said Pierre Lefort, general manager of Nafco by Tarkett. Bielec considers his design style eclectic country -– a fusion of his grand artistic vision with practical design solutions. He also is known for incorporating surprising artistic elements into his rooms. "Trading Spaces" airs Saturdays at 9 p.m.(EST). NAFCO PermaStone Modular offers a variety of sized tiles that can be assembled into modular units, designed to provide designers and homeowners additional decorative options for an upscale, elegant look. The flooring features Tarkett's unique two-sided GroutFit edge treatment, which simulates a true grouted look and feel while allowing tiles to fit together seamlessly, as well as, the company’s exclusive Tritonite wearlayer protection which resists against abrasions and scuffs up to five times better than a traditional surface. Tarkett Commercial is a division of Tarkett Inc., the second largest manufacturer of resilient and wood flooring in North America, with nine manufacturing plants and a distribution network extending across the United States and Canada. Founded more than 130 years ago, the company employs 2,300 people. Its comprehensive product lines are known throughout the industry for high quality and innovation. The corporation’s core businesses include wood, vinyl, laminate and linoleum floor products for residential and commercial applications under the brand names Tarkett, Azrock by Tarkett, Nafco by Tarkett, and Expressions by Tarkett.