The latest news from FloorDaily.nethttp://www.floordaily.net/rss/newsarticles/en-us2012 FloorDaily.netThu, 09 Feb 2012 21:23:34 GMTThu, 09 Feb 2012 21:23:34 GMT30http://www.floordaily.net/20080114/images/rss_small.gifhttp://www.floordaily.net/2323http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Focus_100_Retail.aspxEditor Darius Helm and publisher Kemp Harr report on the state of the independent flooring retailer and contractor business. The article profiles leading retailers and contractors, as well as the independent buying groups, and includes the Top 100 list.Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Focus_100_Retailhttp://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/2011_Retail_Display_Awards.aspxJudges Jim Dion and Brian Dyches choose the three top displays from entries across North America. Home Building Center, Vernon, British Columbia is the winner; second is Magnum Opus, Concord, Ontario; and third is Berkeley, California's Floor Dimensions.Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/2011_Retail_Display_Awardshttp://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Building_Retail_Store_Traffic.aspxEditor Jessica Chevalier discusses successful strategies for increasing store traffic for independent flooring retailers, and interviews a handful of retailers to find out what they've been doing to reach out to potential customers.Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Building_Retail_Store_Traffichttp://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Cersaie_the_Global_Tile_Show__November_2011.aspxPublisher Kemp Harr reviews Cersaie, the largest ceramic tile show in the world, held annually in bologna, Italy. Harr discusses trends and innovations from the top ceramic and porcelain producers.Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Cersaie_the_Global_Tile_Show__November_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Residential_Market_Flooring_Trends__Nov_2011.aspxEditor Jessica Chevalier analyzes the flooring trends through case studies of key sectors in the housing market, like custom homes, entry level and high end spec homes, and multi-family properties.Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Residential_Market_Flooring_Trends__Nov_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Greenbuild_Review.aspxEditor Darius Helm and publisher Kemp Harr report on the highlights of the tenth annual Greenbuild show, held this year in Toronto Canada. The report includes new products and programs from more than 30 flooring exhibitors.Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Greenbuild_Reviewhttp://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Strategic_Exchange__November_2011.aspxPublisher Kemp Harr discusses the significance of carpet mill closings and also gives his impressions on meetings he attended for two groups: Starnet, the commercial flooring contractor group; and the National Floorcovering Alliance, made up of retailers.Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Strategic_Exchange__November_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Designer_Forum__November_2011.aspxKristin Dorais, a senior interior designer for Integrated Architecture Interiors, writes about how flooring was used to help create a corporate persona for the international headquarters of Global Forex Trading in Grand Rapids, Michigan.Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Designer_Forum__November_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Best_Practices__November_2011.aspxEditor Brian Hamilton profiles Carefree Carpets of Charlotte, North Carolina, an independent flooring retailer that focuses on traditional strategies and a good deal of common sense to drive sales in the residential flooring business.Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Best_Practices__November_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Successful_Selling__November_2011.aspxJim Dion, president of Chicago based Dionco Inc., discusses various ways of combating cognitive dissonance, or buyer's remorse, when selling floorcoverings to homeowners.Sun, 01 Jan 2012 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Successful_Selling__November_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Legacy_of_a_Visionary_Leader__December_2011.aspxIn this tribute to Interface founder Ray Anderson, Ray's associates share their thoughts on what made the environmental pioneer a leader and a visionary.Fri, 09 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Legacy_of_a_Visionary_Leader__December_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/The_Top_250_Design_Survey__October_2011.aspxEditor Darius Helm analyzes responses from this year's survey of designers from the top A&D firms, including how they're adapting to the competitive commercial market, what's working and what isn't, and their favorite carpet and hard surface producers.Thu, 01 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/The_Top_250_Design_Survey__October_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Understanding_Concrete_Moisture__October_2011.aspxEditor Jessica Chevalier takes a close look at the issues surrounding concrete installation, focusing on why moisture is a problem, the best moisture testing methods, and how to effectively avoid installation failures.Thu, 01 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Understanding_Concrete_Moisture__October_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Hardwood_Update_2011__October_2011.aspxEditor Jessica Chevalier takes a look at the hardwood flooring business, reporting on hardwood's growing appeal, style preferences by region, and the retailer's battle with big boxes to maintain their share of the business.Thu, 01 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Hardwood_Update_2011__October_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Strategic_Exchange__October_2011.aspxPublisher Kemp Harr discusses the role of consumer confidence in the economy, and also reports on trends at Cersaie, the global tile show held in Bologna, Italy, and introduces Floor Focus' new project about young industry leaders--Future Focus.Thu, 01 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Strategic_Exchange__October_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Designer_Forum__October_2011.aspxAndrea Hartley Bishop, a designer with Rabaut Design Associates, reports on the challenges Rabaut faced when designing a new space for Atlanta-based Venadar. Flooring solutions ranged from InterfaceFlor tiles to Capri cork and Lonseal sheet vinyl.Thu, 01 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Designer_Forum__October_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Focus_on_Leadership__October_2011.aspxPublisher Kemp Harr interviews Mia Marshall, a principal at EHS Design, discussing how she found out she wanted to be a designer, the route she has taken through the business, and the specific skills designers need to succeed in the market.Thu, 01 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Focus_on_Leadership__October_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/People_Power__October_2011.aspxContributing editor Scott Humphrey discusses life lessons he has learned from Elbert Shaw, including the importance of integrity and strong values, how we impact the lives of others, and why it's productive to show affection and appreciation.Thu, 01 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/People_Power__October_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Best_Practices__October_2011.aspxEditor Brian Hamilton profiles Pasadena Floors, a Maryland flooring retailer that has leveraged its installation expertise, customer service and attention to detail to sustain its business despite tough market conditions.Thu, 01 Dec 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Best_Practices__October_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/State_of_Sustainability_2011__AugSep_2011.aspxEditor Darius Helm provides comprehensive updates on sustainability in flooring and the built environment along with highlights from carpet mills, resilient and hard surface producers, and manufacturers of adhesives, underlayments and backings.Tue, 01 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/State_of_Sustainability_2011__AugSep_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/ADPanel_on_Sustainability__AugSep_2011.aspxEditor Jessica chevalier interviews sustainability specialists from Mancini Duffy, Perkins+Will and HOK, on everything from trends in sustainability to the impact of the recession on the green movement and the role floorcoverings play.Tue, 01 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/ADPanel_on_Sustainability__AugSep_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Industry_Panel_on_Sustainability__AugSep_2011.aspxPublisher Kemp Harr interviews sustainability directors from Mohawk, Shaw, Mannington, Forbo and Bentley Prince Street, covering a range of topics, including the bio versus petro debate, the role of LEED, and environomental product declarations.Tue, 01 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Industry_Panel_on_Sustainability__AugSep_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Ceramic_Tiles_Game_Changing_Transition__AS_2011.aspxThe TCNA's Bill Griese reports on developments in the greening of ceramic tile, with a special focus on the TCNA's leadership in the creation of Green Squared, a new standard for ceramic tile product sustainability.Tue, 01 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Ceramic_Tiles_Game_Changing_Transition__AS_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Laminate_Report__AugSep_2011.aspxEditor Jessica Chevalier discusses the state of the U.S. laminate flooring industry, reporting on market conditions, trends in style and construction, and highlights from the top laminate flooring producers.Tue, 01 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Laminate_Report__AugSep_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Summer_Rug_Market_Review__AugSep_2011.aspxEditor Jessica Chevalier reports on the Atlata Summer Rug Market, including design trends and new products from some of the leading rug producers.Tue, 01 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Summer_Rug_Market_Review__AugSep_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Strategic_Exchange__AugSep_2011.aspxPublisher Kemp Harr offers highlights from the summer Flooring America/Canada and Carpet One convention, including the Healthier Living carpet installation system, and also discusses the U.S. debt crisis and the growth in luxury spending.Tue, 01 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Strategic_Exchange__AugSep_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Designer_Forum__AugSep_2011.aspxPam Caffrey, director of marketing for John Poe Architects, writes about her firm's design of the Salvation Army Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center in Dayton, Ohio, which was funded by Joan Kroc, wife of the founder of McDonald's.Tue, 01 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Designer_Forum__AugSep_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Focus_on_Leadership__AugSep_2011.aspxPublisher Kemp Harr interviews Patti Fasan and finds out how she got into the ceramic tile business and the challenges of being a woman in a male-dominated industry, along with some insights into the challenges facing the industry.Tue, 01 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Focus_on_Leadership__AugSep_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Monetary_Wisdom__AugSep_2011.aspxAlan Saltzman talks about the importance of branding through a discussion of some of the world's most significant brands, like Coca-Cola and Rolls Royce, and offers specific strategies for how flooring retailers can boost their brand.Tue, 01 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Monetary_Wisdom__AugSep_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Best_Practices__AugSep_2011.aspxEditor Brian Hamilton profiles Avalon Carpet, Tile & Flooring, a 53 year old operation based in New Jersey with 14 locations, and finds out how the retailer competes against both big boxes and mom and pop retailers.Tue, 01 Nov 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Best_Practices__AugSep_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Survey_2011_What_the_Retailers_Think__July_2011.aspxEditor Darius Helm analyzes data from hundreds of retailers reporting from every region in the nation to find out the state of the business, the biggest problems, leading strategies for increasing traffic and sales and retailers' favorite manufacturers.Thu, 01 Sep 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Survey_2011_What_the_Retailers_Think__July_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Athletic_and_Sports_Flooring__July_2011.aspxEditor Jessica Chevalier provides an overview of the sports flooring industry, from resilient flooring and hardwood to artificial turf, and takes a look at some of the key issues surrounding sports flooring applications.Thu, 01 Sep 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Athletic_and_Sports_Flooring__July_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/NeoCon_2011__July_2011.aspxFloor Focus' staff reports on this year's NeoCon show, held in June in Chcago's Merchandise Mart, including trends in design and product innovation, highlights from commercial floorcovering manufacturers, and images of notable new products.Thu, 01 Sep 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/NeoCon_2011__July_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Designing_Homes_with_Area_Rugs__July_2011.aspxEditor Jessica Chevalier discusses area rugs with top residential designers, focusing on the role of area rugs in designing a space, area rug aesthetics, strategies for pairing clients with the right rugs, and some of their favorite area rug vendors.Thu, 01 Sep 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Designing_Homes_with_Area_Rugs__July_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Strategic_Exchange__July_2011.aspxPublisher Kemp Harr analyzes the strongest parts of the flooring market--multi-family housing and commercial replacement--and offers his thoughts on the importance of vacations.Thu, 01 Sep 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Strategic_Exchange__July_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Designer_Forum__July_2011.aspxMark Herman, founder and principal at design firm MArK, discusses the importance of wayfinding and contrast in designing a center for children with visual impairments, and describes how flooring choices helped fulfill these objectives.Thu, 01 Sep 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Designer_Forum__July_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Focus_on_Leadership__July_2011.aspxPublisher Kemp Harr interviews Olga Robertson, president of the FCA Network and finds out how she rose through the ranks in the flooring world, the challenges of being a woman in this industry, and how she thinks the business can be improved.Thu, 01 Sep 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Focus_on_Leadership__July_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Digital_Evolution__July_2011.aspxJay Flynn from Creating Your Space takes an indepth look at consumer e-commerce trends as well as how major consumer brands market online, and offers suggestions on how flooring retailers can amplify their websites to capture more clients.Thu, 01 Sep 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Digital_Evolution__July_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/People_Power__July_2011.aspxContributing editor Scott Humphrey offers insights into the importance of seeking out and responding to feedback through the story of a young singer who embaced the process and transformed into a full-fledged superstar.Thu, 01 Sep 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/People_Power__July_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Best_Practices__July_2011.aspxEditor Brian Hamilton profiles My Flooring America, a six-store retail chain based in Webster, Texas. The firm recently doubled its revenues to about $35 million with its acquisition of ProSource locations.Thu, 01 Sep 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Best_Practices__July_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Commercial_Market_2011__June_2011.aspxEditor Darius Helm analyzes the state of the commerical market, including a report on global conditions, a section on flooring categories, and a comprehensive overview of the various commercial market sectors.Mon, 01 Aug 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Commercial_Market_2011__June_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Installation_Update__June_2011.aspxEditors Jessica Chevalier and Darius Helm take a look at the state of installation in both the residential and commercial sectors, including updates on standards and certifications.Mon, 01 Aug 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Installation_Update__June_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Innovation_Valinge_Wood_Fiber_Floors__June_2011.aspxEditor Darius Helm takes a close look at Valinge's latest innovation, a laminate flooring that replaces the top paper layers with high impact wood dust, and the technologies that will help it compete with the best products in the flooring industry.Mon, 01 Aug 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Innovation_Valinge_Wood_Fiber_Floors__June_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/NWFA_2011_Annual_Convention__June_2011.aspxPublisher Kemp Harr provides an overview of this year's National Wood Flooring Association convention and offers insights into the state of the hardwood flooring industry.Mon, 01 Aug 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/NWFA_2011_Annual_Convention__June_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/HGTV_Green_Home__June_2011.aspxPublisher Kemp Harr reports on this year's Green Home, in Stapleton, Colorado, including its use of green flooring materials and other environmnetal attributes.Mon, 01 Aug 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/HGTV_Green_Home__June_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Strategic_Exchange__June_2011.aspxPublisher Kemp Harr talks about hopes for a strong summer season, IVC's new position as a domestic vinyl producer, and the departure from the U.S. market of Colombia based Orchid Ceramic, along with thoughts on how to keep Americans competitive.Mon, 01 Aug 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Strategic_Exchange__June_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Designer_Forum__June_2011.aspxLori Klein, director of design at Posen Architects, discusses building a new space for the New Jersey Sharing Network, an organ procurement organization, including the use of recycled materials to emphasize the group's life sustaining mission.Mon, 01 Aug 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Designer_Forum__June_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Focus_on_Leadership__June_2011.aspxPublisher Kemp Harr interviews Shashi Caan, founder of The Collective, about how she came to do architecture and design, key role models, women in design and plans for the future.Mon, 01 Aug 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Focus_on_Leadership__June_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Wood_Cuts__June_2011.aspxFrank Kroupa, technical training director for the NWFA, discusses the strategies for creating successful commercial hardwood installations.Mon, 01 Aug 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Wood_Cuts__June_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Best_Practices__June_2011.aspxEditor Brian Hamilton profiles Dugan's Paint and Flooring, a 140 year old firm based in Sedalia, Missouri, whose fashion and project focus has helped it maintain its position in the competitive marketplace.Mon, 01 Aug 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Best_Practices__June_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/People_Power__May_2011.aspxContributing editor Scott Humphrey talks about the Masters golf tournament as a metaphor for how to run a business successfully and with integrity.Fri, 01 Jul 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/People_Power__May_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Best_Practices__May_2011.aspxEditor Brian Hamilton profiles Lippert Tile Company, a Wisconsin based comercial contractor that has been in business for over 60 years, and the tools the firm has developed to succeed in the competitive commercial market.Fri, 01 Jul 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Best_Practices__May_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Focus_on_Leadership__May_2011.aspxPublisher Kemp Harr interviews Matt Espe, Armstrong's new CEO, focusing on the skills and experience Espe brings to the firm as well as strategies for the future.Fri, 01 Jul 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Focus_on_Leadership__May_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Designer_Forum__May_2011.aspxJenny Anderson, a senior designer at Hendrick, writes about her firm's design of Atlanta based Packforum, an innovation and learning center for the food packaging industry, including the role of flooring in capturing the vision of the center.Fri, 01 Jul 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Designer_Forum__May_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Strategic_Exchange__May_2011.aspxPublisher Kemp Harr discusses the merits of home ownership and also examines whether Americans are focused on making the right choices and maintaining traditional values. Harr also reports on the latest annual Starnet meeting.Fri, 01 Jul 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Strategic_Exchange__May_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Scarlet_Opus_Trend_Forecast_for_2012__May_2011.aspxVictoria Redshaw, founder of Scarlet Opus, and Shelly Pond, the trend forecasting firm's interior design leader, lay out, with vivid imagery, their view of the six key design trends coming next year.Fri, 01 Jul 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Scarlet_Opus_Trend_Forecast_for_2012__May_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Brands_Managing_the_Message__May_2011.aspxDick Whitney, an independent consultant, charts the top flooring brands in terms of spending on consumer advertising over the last five years and offers insights into brand focus.Fri, 01 Jul 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Brands_Managing_the_Message__May_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Social_Media__Mobile_Marketing_Update__May_2011.aspxEditor Jessica Chevalier takes a look at the social and mobile technologies in the marketplace and how they can be used by everyone from manufacturers to retailers to reach out into the marketplace to gain clients and drive brand awareness.Fri, 01 Jul 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Social_Media__Mobile_Marketing_Update__May_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Hospitality_Market_Update__May_2011.aspxEditor Jessica Chevalier examines the state of the hospitality industry, reports on recent increased activity, debates luxury versus lifestyle, discusses the role of sustainability and takes a close look at flooring choices.Fri, 01 Jul 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Hospitality_Market_Update__May_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Annual_Report_2011__May_2011.aspxEditors Jessica Chevalier and Darius Helm, along with Santo Torcivia of Market Insights/Torcivia, analyze the state of the flooring market, including 2010 revenue statistics and in-depth reports on all the flooring categories.Fri, 01 Jul 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Annual_Report_2011__May_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/2011_Vision_Awards__April_2011.aspxFloor Focus profiles this year's Vision Award commercial design winners through word and image. Categories are corporate, healthcare, education, retail and hospitality. This year's grand prize winner was in the corporate category.Wed, 01 Jun 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/2011_Vision_Awards__April_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Hardwood_State_of_the_Industry__April_2011.aspxEditor Darius Helm takes a look at factors impacting the hardwood industry, including Department of Commerce investigations into Chinese engineered hardwood, and reports on highlights from prominent manufacturers.Wed, 01 Jun 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Hardwood_State_of_the_Industry__April_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Building_Revenue_thru_Cleaning__Maintenance0411.aspxEditor Jessica Chevalier takes a look at cleaning and maintenance programs and how they are being adopted in both the residential and commercial flooring industries.Wed, 01 Jun 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Building_Revenue_thru_Cleaning__Maintenance0411http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Software_Review__April_2011.aspxEditor Jessica Chevalier takes a look at software developments in both the Residential and Commercial markets including mobile technologies and building information modeling (BIM).Wed, 01 Jun 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Software_Review__April_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Coverings_2011__April_2011.aspxPublisher Kemp Harr and editor Darius Helm report on the highlights of this year's Coverings tile and stone show, held in Las Vegas at the Sands Convention Center in mid March, featuring extensive photo coverage.Wed, 01 Jun 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Coverings_2011__April_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Strategic_Exchange__April_2011.aspxPublisher Kemp Harr discusses an upturn in flooring sales driven by remodeling, and also comments on the mood at Coverings and consumer trends.Wed, 01 Jun 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Strategic_Exchange__April_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Focus_on_Leadership__April_2011.aspxPublisher Kemp Harr interviews Jeanne Matson, president and CEO of Starnet, the commercial flooring contractor cooperative, focusing on challenges facing women in the corporate world and how she has made it all work.Wed, 01 Jun 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Focus_on_Leadership__April_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Best_Practices__April_2011.aspxEditor Brian Hamilton profiles Southern Floorcovering & Interiors, a North Carolina based florocovering retailer (also a Shaw Design Center) that has been focusing on diversification as a way of growing its business.Wed, 01 Jun 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Best_Practices__April_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Healthcare_Senior_Living_Market__March_2011.aspxEditor Jessica Chevalier offers a comprehensive report on the state of the senior living market, covering everything from industry statistics to color and design, sustainability and flooring requirements.Sun, 01 May 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Healthcare_Senior_Living_Market__March_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Surfaces_Highlights_2011__March_2011.aspxFloor Focus' editorial staff reviews the Surfaces flooring show, held this year at Las Vegas' Mandalay Bay. The review features highlights of new products, with imagery, along with a report on trends.Sun, 01 May 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Surfaces_Highlights_2011__March_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Ceramics_Technology__Design__March_2011.aspxEditors Darius Helm and Jessica Chevalier examine the latest technological developments in the ceramic tile industry and their impact on tile performance and design.Sun, 01 May 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Ceramics_Technology__Design__March_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Carpet_Fiber_Update__March_2011.aspxEditor Darius Helm reports on trends in the carpet fiber industry, including the shift from staple to filament yarns and the growth of polyester face fiber in the residential carpet market.Sun, 01 May 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Carpet_Fiber_Update__March_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/World_Flooring_Domotex_2011__March_2011.aspxPublisher Kemp Harr discusses highlights from the largest flooring show in the world, held anually in January in Hannover, Germany.Sun, 01 May 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/World_Flooring_Domotex_2011__March_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Strategic_Exchange__March_2011.aspxPublisher Kemp Harr discusses the rise of consumer sentiment, along with highlights of Shaw's Aligned conference, durties on engineered wood and Mannington's viral video.Sun, 01 May 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Strategic_Exchange__March_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Designer_Forum__March_2011.aspxJeff Taylor, a founding principal officer of Design Studio, Inc., describes how his firm used flooring to produce a creative, collaborative space for the headquarters of Firaxis Games.Sun, 01 May 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Designer_Forum__March_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Focus_on_Leadership__March_2011.aspxPublisher Kemp Harr interviews Kathy Young, Shaw's residential marketing director, about her role at Shaw and the role of women in general in the flooring industry.Sun, 01 May 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Focus_on_Leadership__March_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Best_Practices__March_2011.aspxEditor Brian Hamilton reports on Independent Carpet One, a Michigan floorcovering retailer that has found a way to succeed in the tough Detroit market.Sun, 01 May 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Best_Practices__March_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Commercial_Color_Trends_2011__February_2011.aspxKaye Gosline, creative director for Milliken Floor Covering, provides an in-depth look at color trends within the commercial market, including insights into the market segments and regional differences.Fri, 01 Apr 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Commercial_Color_Trends_2011__February_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Residential_Color_Trends_2011__February_2011.aspxEmily Morrow, Shaw's director of color, style and design, reports on color trends in the residential market, including a discussion of earth tones and neutrals and observations about trends among accent colors and richer hues.Fri, 01 Apr 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Residential_Color_Trends_2011__February_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Vinyl_Building_Marketshare__February_2011.aspxEditor Darius Helm takes a look at the share gainers in the vinyl category--luxury vinyl and glass-backed sheet goods--along with an update on producers in that category and on environmental progress.Fri, 01 Apr 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Vinyl_Building_Marketshare__February_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Trends_in_Education__February_2011.aspxEditor Jessica Chevalier reports on insights into the K-12 and higher education markets culled from interviews with leaders in the architect and design community.Fri, 01 Apr 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Trends_in_Education__February_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Carpet_Tiles_Commercial_Landscape__Feb_2011.aspxEditor Darius Helm provides an overview of the carpet tiles business, and reports on carpet tile's progress by commercial category--corporate, government, education, healthcare, retail and hospitality.Fri, 01 Apr 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Carpet_Tiles_Commercial_Landscape__Feb_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Atlanta_Winter_Rug_Market__February_2011.aspxEditor Brian Hamilton reports on this winter's Rug Market at AmericasMart in Atlanta and provides highlights of new offerings from some of the leading area rug producers.Fri, 01 Apr 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Atlanta_Winter_Rug_Market__February_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Strategic_Exchange__February_2011.aspxPublisher Kemp Harr discusses prospects for growth in the industry, along with floorcovering price increases and the growth of polyester carpet. Harr also reports on advancements in the greening of fiber from Shaw Industries and Aquafil.Fri, 01 Apr 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Strategic_Exchange__February_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Designer_Forum__February_2011.aspxSusan Dellwo, a founding principal of Washington based Design Source, writes about the different types of flooring used in the headquarters of People to People Ambassador Programs, based in Spokane, Washington.Fri, 01 Apr 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Designer_Forum__February_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Best_Practices__February_2011.aspxEditor Brian Hamilton reports on Molyneaux Tile Carpet Wood, a Pennsylvania based chain of eight flooring stores, focusing on sales staff, installaiton and the firm's unique approach to purchasing.Fri, 01 Apr 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Best_Practices__February_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Wood_Cuts__February_2011.aspxEd Korczak, executive director of the National Wood Flooring Association, comments on the overall long-term health of specialty flooring retailers, and the nature of the advantage specialty retailers have over home centers.Fri, 01 Apr 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Wood_Cuts__February_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/People_Power__February_2011.aspxAs an alternative to a New Year's resolution, contributing editor Scott Humphrey suggests making New You resolutions and offers a plan for how to help people succeed in their goals.Fri, 01 Apr 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/People_Power__February_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Surfaces_Show_Guide__January_2011.aspxA guide to this year's Surfaces convention, held for the first time in Las Vegas' Mandalay Bay, featuring tips for getting around quicker, a floor plan of entire casino, and a look at the seminars and courses being offered at the show.Sun, 06 Mar 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Surfaces_Show_Guide__January_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Beyond_Las_Vegas__January_2011.aspxA look at new products from firms not exhibiting at Surfaces, including Shaw and Mohawk, Armstrong, Anderson, StonePeak, Model, Faus and Mirage.Sun, 06 Mar 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Beyond_Las_Vegas__January_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Retail_Trends__January_2011.aspxEditor Jessica Chevalier takes the pulse of consumers with the help of retailers from all around the country, with a special focus on identifying and targeting today's consumer, along with trends in product categories and demand for green products.Sun, 06 Mar 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Retail_Trends__January_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/The_Backing_Business__January_2011.aspxEditor Darius Helm reports on the latest developments in the carpet backing business, including highlights from both mill and independent producers, along with an update on underlayment producers for both hard and soft surface flooring.Sun, 06 Mar 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/The_Backing_Business__January_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Channel_Wars__January_2011.aspxFlooring analyst Santo Torcivia offers insights, with charts, into the shifting fortunes of the various flooring channels, including the state of smaller flooring retailers and the rise of the flooring contractor.Sun, 06 Mar 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Channel_Wars__January_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Adapting_2_WinTwo_Leading_Perspectives__Jan_2011.aspxTwo FloorExpo members, Doug Chadderdon of Great Floors and Nicholas Freadreacea of The Flooring Gallery, talk about their approaches to business in the current market.Sun, 06 Mar 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Adapting_2_WinTwo_Leading_Perspectives__Jan_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Strategic_Exchange__January_2011.aspxPublisher Kemp Harr discusses Tarkett's acquisition of Centiva and the U.S. Commerce Department's investigatin of Chinese hardwood dumping. Harr also examines the intersection between ethics and buiness, arguing that the two are not mutually exclusive.Sun, 06 Mar 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Strategic_Exchange__January_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Designer_Forum__January_2011.aspxKen Kornberg, president of Kornberg Associates Architects, writes about the design and performance challenges in upgrading Castilleja School in Palo Alto, California, and flooring's role in everything from branding to safety.Sun, 06 Mar 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Designer_Forum__January_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Focus_on_Leadership__January_2011.aspxPublisher Kemp Harr interviews Patricia Flavin, Beaulieu's senior vice president of marketing, about her hourney through the corporate world, key role models and the secrets to her success.Sun, 06 Mar 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Focus_on_Leadership__January_2011http://www.floordaily.net/flooring-news/Best_Practices__January_2011.aspxEditor Brian Hamilton reports on DeGraaf Interiors, a Michigan based firm that survived the collapse of the housing market by diversifying into the multi-family housing market.Sun, 06 Mar 2011 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.floordaily.net//flooring-news/Best_Practices__January_2011