Avery Denison Completes Acquisition of Taylor
Mentor, OH, October 21, 2025-Avery Dennison Corporation has completed the acquisition of Taylor adhesives for the purchase price of $390 million.
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Single-Family Residential Activity Remains Challenged
Charlotte, NC, October 21, 2025-"Single family starts thus far in 2025 have declined in every month with the exception of July; July saw a surprise spike in starts, but this came off an easy comp and we think was likely also impacted by some favorable weather pull forward demand,” reports Truist.
California Q2 Recycling Rate Beats Target at 41%
Dalton, GA, October 21, 2025—CARE executive director Bob Peoples summarizes the Q2 results of the California Carpet Stewardship Program.
Steve DeCarlo Named CEO of Somerset, Boen North America
Somerset, KY, October 20, 2025-Steve DeCarlo has been named CEO of Somerset and Boen North America, bringing more than three decades of experience in the flooring industry to the position.
Spartan Surfaces Names Blogett President and Swanson COO
Bel Air, MD, October 21, 2025—Effective October 21, Spartan Surfaces appoints Joe Blogett to president and Sean Swanson to chief operating officer.
NFM Names Amy Starr Myers Chief Marketing Officer
Omaha, NE, October 21, 2025—NFM has announced the appointment of Amy Starr Myers as chief merchandising officer.
Fuse Welcomes Eight New Members
Parker, CO, October 20, 2025—Fuse Alliance, a network of commercial flooring contractors, announced the addition of eight companies to its membership.
Jean-Pierre Thabet Named President & CEO of Mirage
Saint-Georges, October 20, 2025—Mirage, the hardwood flooring manufacturer behind the Mirage, Vintage, Ten Oaks, and Alexandra brands, is proud to announce Jean-Pierre Thabet’s appointment as president and CEO.
Shnier, Gesco & Eva-Last to Launch Tier Element Brand in Canada
Brampton, ON, October 20, 2025-Shnier; Gesco Industries LP and Eva-Last announced a strategic partnership for the exclusive launch of Tier Element flooring across Canada.
Jerry Watson of Commercial Carpet Consultants Has Died
Elmhurst IL, October 20, 2025—Jerry Watson, 75, founder of Commercial Carpet Consultants in Elmhurst, Illinois, died.