Breaking Flooring News

Mohawk Reorganizes Residential Business

Calhoun, GA, January 12, 2026—Mohawk announces a strategic optimization of its residential sales and marketing organization to better align with the changing needs of its customers.

Five Residential Flooring Predictions for 2026

New York, NY, January 12, 2026—"Over the last couple of years, interior design trends have changed dramatically. Cooler tones and stark, institutional-leaning interiors have given way to warmer and much more welcoming environments. This year, designers and consumers are taking this decor trend far past adding an antique here or there, or reintroducing needlepoint cushions to the conversation — flooring has officially joined the chat,” reports AOL.

Emser Names Delia CEO and Parello President

Los Angeles, CA, January 12, 2026—Emser Tile has announced a strategic shift in leadership that reflects the company’s ongoing expansion and long-term goals and growth. Effective January 1, Jim Parello has been promoted to president, and Carl Delia will assume the role of chief executive.

Consumer Sentiment Inched Up 2.1% to 54 in Early January

Ann Arbor, MI, January 9, 2026-Consumer sentiment rose 2.1% to 54 in early January, according to preliminary results from the University of Michigan Survey of Consumers.

Housing Starts Declined 4.6% in October

Washington, DC, January 9, 2026-Privately-owned housing starts in October were at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1,246,000, 4.6% below the revised September estimate of 1,306,000 and 7.8% below the October 2024 rate of 1,352,000, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.