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  • Carpet Tile Update: Carpet tile is thriving due to its many benefits – August 2026

    A mature carpet tile market is finding fresh momentum as workplace renovation rebounds. Interface, Shaw Contract, Mohawk Group, Bentley, Patcraft and others are advancing design, performance and…
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  • Dealer Software Evolution: How today’s software is helping flooring retailers protect profit and deliver a better customer experience – August 2026

    Flooring software is moving far beyond the back office. Cyncly, Roomvo, QFloors, Floorzap, Comp-U-Floor and Flooring OS are using connected platforms and AI to help retailers sell…
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  • Laminate Report 2026: The retooled laminated category is consolidating around a niche in the residential remodel market – August 2026

    Laminate flooring is moving upmarket, challenging SPC, WPC and hardwood with improved design and performance. Mohawk, Shaw, Mannington, Cali, Stanton and others are investing in the category.
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  • Focus on Leadership: Scott Browne explains what drives his passion to win at Macco’s – August 2026

    From part-time college employee to president of Macco’s Floor Covering Center, Scott Browne shares the lessons, mentors and customer-first philosophy that shaped his career and approach to…
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  • Strategic Exchange: Residential demand continues to be challenged, but retailers who are investing will win in the end – August 2026

    The flooring industry is still waiting for a housing recovery, but some retailers aren’t standing still. NFM, Yates Flooring Center and ICC Floors Plus are investing now…
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  • Designer Forum: Designing for nourishment, connection and performance – August 2026

    By Rich Güereña At ID Studios, our work is grounded in creating environments that meaningfully support the wellbeing and functions of all who utilize or experience the…
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  • Best Practices: McSwain Carpets & Floors – August 2026

    Four generations of the McSwain family have built careers in flooring. Today, McSwain Carpets & Floors carries forward founder Ron McSwain’s legacy of growth, community investment and…
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  • Looking Back: How Eddy Boucké helped flooring click – August 2026

    From Berry Floor to I4F, Eddy Boucké helped transform flooring installation over a 40-year career, advancing mechanical locking technology and I4F’s drop-lock systems for laminate, LVT, WPC…
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  • People Power: People power begins with trustworthiness – August 2026

    What makes someone truly trustworthy? Character, competence and capacity form the foundation, shaping who earns greater responsibility, leadership opportunities and influence in both business and life.
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  • Contractor’s Corner: Using the skill of master carpet installers to resolve issues – August 2026

    Flooring contractors can turn carpet defects into successful installations with careful inspection, skilled installers and mill support. Dave Stafford shares lessons for handling pattern, color and backing…
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