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March 2014—Contributing editor Sonya Jennings profiles Taylor Carpet One, with 4 locations in South Florida run by Taylor family since 1957. They continue to be a family run operation focusing on training and education for employees.
Contributing editor Lew Migliore discusses both the basics of installation of luxury vinyl tile and plank, including substrate preparation, and also takes a look at the various LVT installation methods available on the market today
Michael Martin, CEO of the National Wood Flooring Association, compares real hardwood to faux looks in other flooring categories, and makes a case for all the different ways hardwood is the superior choice.
March 2014—Contributing editor Dave Stafford takes a close look at how to track current performance and how to assess the viability of taking business in new directions, and he offers a set of tips to help guide contractors in their strategies.
Editor Jessica Chevalier takes a look at corporate design through the eyes of leading design firms, identifying and analyzing trends, discussing flooring developments, and taking a closer look at market conditions.
Todd van der Kruik, vice president of design for Bentley Mills, discusses commercial trends and the elevation of authenticity in all its forms.
Lisa Lux, director of product development for Shaw's Tuftex Carpets, covers residential trends.
Editors Darius Helm and Jessica Chevalier report on developments in the carpet tile business, including covering emerging markets like hospitality and mainstreet, and updates from producers like Shaw, Interface, Mohawk, Tandus and more.
Editor Darius Helm reports on investments in U.S. production of carpet tile from manufacturers like Armstrong, Mannington, IVC US and Shaw, as well as Mohawk's plans for the future and Tarkett's LVT strategies.
Editor Jessica Chevalier reviews Atlanta's winter rug market, reporting on trends as well as producers including Nourison, Oriental Weavers, Stanton, Karastan, Shaw Living, Kaleen, Lolio and Kas.