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In a world where it’s becoming increasingly harder to distinguish between truth and lies, critical thinking is key. Contributing editor Sam Allman talks about the key questions everyone should ask themselves when getting to the bottom of an issue.
Contributing editor Dave Stafford offers tips for flooring contractors as they try to navigate unprecedented challenges amid the Covid-19 pandemic, including ways to become an asset to clients and ways to improve communication, like embracing Zoom.
May 2015-Senior editor Calista Sprague reports on the state of the hospitality market, including growth in the sector, use of carpet tile and LVT, guest room development, trends in public space design and progress in environmental sustainability.
It’s been a challenging year, but with the renewed focus on the home, many of the larger floorcovering retailers have eked out growth and, at the same time, found ways to equip themselves for success in ways that may pay dividends for years to come.
With so many people staying home in the past year, the hospitality industry is facing tumult the likes of which it has never seen. But as facilities change hands and flags, the flooring industry may net some renovation business on the rebound.
Branding plays a crucial role in the manufacturers’ success and it’s evolving at a breakneck pace. Editor Meg Scarbrough takes a look at how producers must remain nimble and adaptable to keep their brand stories alive, especially amid Covid.
Under mounting pressure from the rise in luxury vinyl tile and faced with a less-than-ideal reputation, laminate manufacturers are fighting to stop marketshare loss. Editor Meg Scarbrough talks to manufacturers about their strategies for the future.
Publisher Kemp Harr travels across the globe for this year’s Domotex Germany show in Hannover, Germany, and shares details on the trends, innovations, products and educational panels that made the 32nd annual industry event a success once again.
Editors Darius Helm and Jessica Chevalier and art director Anne Harr cover the new innovations showcased at Surfaces 2019. Over 800 exhibitors came to the event with products, such as LVT with new mineral cores and wall and floor tile combos.
Contributing editor Paul Friederichsen discusses the importance of both having your own brand and supplying product for someone else’s brand. Brand strategy often does not matter to the consumer, as long as the brand is unique and attracts curiosity.