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Publisher Kemp Harr discusses the economy and the state of the flooring industry, notes some key product trends from Surfaces, and ends with a tribute to Mark Clayton, an industry veteran, most recently heading up Mannington’s Phenix carpet business.
Publisher Kemp Harr interviews Sergio Narváez Garza, CEO of Grupo Lamosa’s ceramics division, about his background and expertise, challenges in the tile market, the shortage of skilled installers, and more.
Christi Johaningmeyer, a founding principal of Architextures SP, discusses her firm’s design of the new headquarters of Flooring Systems, Inc., including how flooring from firms like Bentley Mills and J+J Flooring helped achieve its design vision.
Editor Jessica Chevalier profiles Idaho-based Nampa Floors and Interiors, a third-generation family business originally launched in 1954, including its diversification into commercial flooring, the importance of people and its focus on service.
Roman A. Basi and Ian C. Perry from The Center for Financial, Legal and Tax Planning offer guidance on how to use deductions from the Section 179 of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code for purchases of depreciable business equipment.
Contributing editor Sam Allman discusses the power of the mind, the risks of ruminating and other destructive mental attitudes, how to change your thinking and three potential pitfalls—entitlement, envy and resentment.
Donato Grosser, founder of D. Grosser Consulting, writes about the success of a 1980 Italian tile campaign that “made Italian ceramic synonymous with style and quality” and argues that a renewed focus on advertising could boost the category.
Contributing editor Dave Stafford covers issues like selecting your targets, how to successfully network, crafting a successful presentation and how to host a successful event, including a useful list that includes what to do and what not to do.
2023 design trends are presented in words and images from: Shaw Contract’s Reesie Duncan; Interface’s Katherine Cohen; The Dixie Group’s Vickie Gilstrap; Natalia Smith from HMTX’s Metroflor; and MSI’s Emily Holle.
Editor Darius Helm takes a close look at the LVT market, with a focus on rigid LVT, including domestic production developments, environmental progress and challenges, and supplier highlights from 19 of the leading players serving the U.S. market.