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Contributing editor Dave Stafford explains ways in which flooring contractors can prepare for meetings with potential mainstreet clients and what to expect from the process, including selecting the flooring, creating a quote and winning the bid.
Executive editor Darius Helm dives into this year’s contract dealer survey and discusses what industry professionals think about the state of the business, the importance of having good working partnerships, daily challenges, and favorite manufacturers.
Editor Beth Miller explores the rise in use of hard surfaces in commercial settings and how rug manufacturers like Shaw, Tarkett, Milliken and Interface are innovating design to meet demand from interior designers seeking to soften rooms and acoustics.
Editors Jessica Chevalier and Beth Miller preview the industry shows that are coming up in 2020, including The International Surfaces Event in Las Vegas and the second annual Domotex USA in Atlanta, and what attendees can expect from showroom floors.
Publisher Kemp Harr looks back at a year in which tariffs on China dominated the headlines and carpet continued a steady decline in the floorcovering market, as well as how record numbers turned out to this year’s Floor Covering Distributors meeting.
Publisher Kemp Harr talks with Leonard Zmikewski of Mr. David’s about how he and his brother grew a business from the back of a van into a multimillion commercial contracting company and what lessons he learned along the way that helped his success.
Contributing editor Florica Bates examines how carpet tile from Bentley Mills and Interface helped bring character and personality into the design of the corporate offices of video game developer Sucker Punch Productions in Bellevue, Washington.
Editor Jessica Chevalier talks with Donna and Jim Mudd, owners of Sam Kinnaird’s Flooring in Kentucky, about life in the flooring business over the last three decades and how Donna’s background as a teacher has come into play in her leadership role.
Contributing editor Paul Friederichsen talks about how businesses can achieve a higher level of success by building a brand through advertising, engagement with consumers, and understanding the strengths and weaknesses of competitors in the market.
Contributing editor Michael Martin, president of the National Wood Flooring Association, takes a look at wood flooring options that can be used in commercial environments and elements that companies should consider before picking out a new floor.