Monetary Wisdom - October 2009
Charlie Ragland details how the price of energy, especially gasoline, and consumer spending go hand-in-hand, and how retailers need to be aware of the trends.
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People Power - October 2009
Scott Humphrey talks about the power of education and training and how they can advance both an individual career and a business in general.
Industry Panel on Sustainability - Aug/Sep 2009
Floor Focus invited a panel of experts from leading green flooring manufacturers to shed some light on the most fundamental issues in sustainability.
Sustainability 2009 - August/September 2009
The flooring industry remains at the forefront of the sustainability movement, despite suffering through the worst sales environment in a generation. Find out what leading manufacturers are doing to reduce their environmental footprint.
Laminate Update 2009 - August/September 2009
Despite growing evidence of renewed activity in the housing market, and signs that increasing numbers of consumers are considering remodeling projects, it's likely that laminate sales will be down for the third consecutive year in 2009.
FloorTek Expo 2009 Preview - August/September 2009
A look at firm's exhibiting at the FloorTek Expo held every two years and sponsored by the American Floorcovering Alliance.
Summer Atlanta Rug Market - August/September 2009
Not surprisingly, traffic was down at this summer's Atlanta Rug Market. While many of the big name retailers were present, not all key retailers attended. However, big buyers were ready to buy.
Strategic Exchange - August/September 2009
Publisher Kemp Harr takes a look at the good news that is starting to break on the economic front. He also talks about the likelihood that wood prices will rise soon, and how consumers are shying away from extravagance in general.
Designer Forum - August/September 2009
Flooring made a significant contribution to the U.S. Green Building Council's ability to achieve platinum certification for its new headquarters building, thanks to the efforts of designer Ken Wilson.
Tile Files - August/September 2009
Ceramic tile has many ecological attributes, some of which are inherent and others that are innovative. Tile can be easily incorporated into green building and design.