Mannington Wins Best of NeoCon Award

Calhoun, GA, June 8--Mannington Commercial, was awarded a "2004 Best of Neocon - Editor's Choice" Award for its ArtCraft Collection of modular carpet tiles. The ArtCraft Collection consists of three patterns: the original ArtCraft, String Works, and Modern Primitive. "We are thrilled that ArtCraft has been recognized as the truly unique and beautiful product that it is. The response to this collection has been tremendous across all segments and this award will help us to emphasize its one-of-a-kind characteristics to those who have not had an opportunity to experience it," stated Robyn Raff, Director of Mannington Commercial Marketing. ArtCraft, the original undulating pattern; String Works, a linear pattern; and Modern Primitive, a large random check pattern; all utilize the ArtCraft technology process that uses color upon color of 100% post-production nylon yarn to produce lots of color. In fact so many colors that each tile matches everything except for its neighboring tile universal color coordination. The tiles go together, of course, but there unique, random, combination of 100% post-production yarn-yarn that in the past has been sold or downcycled. ArtCraft floorcovering has a U.S. Patent Pending. The 100% post-production yarn, tufted in three patterns, can be used in any building space where good looks and long wear are required. The unique character of ArtCraft provides good value, eliminates multiple dye lots, eliminates the need for attic stock and is quick and easy to install. Through the use of Mannington Infinity Modular Backing containing recycled content and post-production yarn, the ArtCraft Collection sets a new benchmark for environmentally focused products. So, why should industry specifiers feel good about ArtCraft, String Works, and Modern Primitive? Because each product is a beautiful visual--an art form unto itself that provides the simplest solution offering selective replacement and rotation of tile that extends the life cycle of the installation. These products can be installed in many different modular configurations. Visit Mannington's Modular Configurator at www.designline.mannington.com and select a flooring design that compliments your project.