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Beyond Las Vegas - February 2010

Beyond Las Vegas - February 2010

Editor Brian Hamilton discusses new products from flooring producers not attending Surfaces. In addition to comprehensive collections from Shaw and Mohawk, the article features Kronotex, Karndean, Mirage, Vitromex, Marazzi, Faus and Gulistan.

2010 Color Trends - February 2010

2010 Color Trends - February 2010

Milliken's Kaye Gosline offers her indepth analysis of the latest color trends and the forces guiding them, as well as a look at commercial market segments and regional differences.

Vinyl: State of the Industry - February 2010

Vinyl: State of the Industry - February 2010

Editor Darius Helm takes a close look at the vinyl flooring industry, including product constructions, the greening of PVC, and manufacturer highlights from 17 major players in the U.S. market.

Certification: How it Works - February 2010

Certification: How it Works - February 2010

Editor Darius Helm provides an overview of the certifications and rating systems impacting the flooring industry as well as how they work with each other, along with an update on LEED for Homes.

Distribution Update - February 2010

Distribution Update - February 2010

Editor Brian Hamilton discusses the role of floorcovering distributors, the impact of Armstrong going direct to CCA Global retailers on the distribution, and other challenges facing flooring distributors.

Strategic Exchange - February 2010

Strategic Exchange - February 2010

Publisher Kemp Harr discusses consumer confidence, as well as Armstrong going direct to CCA Global retailers, Shaw's Texas pie fight, and Carpet One's convention, featuring a speech by Colin Powell and strategies for a successful year.

Designer Forum - February 2010

Designer Forum - February 2010

Lynda Anderson with Ratio Architects talks about the challenges of designing large public spaces, focusing on the Indiana Stadium and Convention Building Authority and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis.

Wood Cuts - February 2010

Wood Cuts - February 2010

Ed Korczak, executive director of the National Wood Flooring Association, talks about recent trends in hardwood supply and pricing, as well as consumer tastes and prospects for 2010 and beyond.

Surfaces Preview 2010 - January 2010

Surfaces Preview 2010 - January 2010

A sneak peek at what's new in this year's Surfaces Expo in Las Vegas, Nevada, including images and descriptions of carpet, area rugs, hardwood, laminates and resilient flooring, as well as an overview of other show features.