National Floor Trends articles from April 2005

National Floor Trends archives from April 2005

Surfaces 2005 highlights included some long overdue butt kicking of industry sacred cows and myths.(Industry Perspectives)(Column)
April 1, 2005... Surfaces 2005 displayed some marked differences from the past. For one, those of us who have long urged the industry to free itself from price selling and latch on to selling fashion enjoyed more support than we could have ever imagined....

Fashion & Style come out on top in National Floor Trends design competition.
April 1, 2005... Mohawk Industries took top honors in five of the 11 categories included in National Floor Trends 2005 Styling Excellence Awards. In addition, Johnsonite and Mannington each won First Place in two categories. Winners in the competition, which...

Wood flooring state of the industry report: standing tall on a billion square feet of wood flooring.(trends in wood flooring)
April 1, 2005... The United States wood flooring market experienced another strong year in 2004. According to preliminary data, the value of U.S. wood flooring sales (in manufacturer dollars) is estimated to have increased by about 12 percent last year. This...

NFT market trends study: wood flooring segment continues to grow, grow, grow.(National Floor Trends)
April 1, 2005... The hardwood floor market continues to thrive and prosper during a time of raw material shortages and price increases, according to the just-completed 2005 Hardwood Flooring Market Study conducted by National Floor Trends magazine in...

With better technology and new opportunities, adhesive makers refuse to stay put.(Editorial)
April 1, 2005... Please, No jokes about it being a "sticky situation," but manufacturers in the adhesives business say they are now compelled to keep in mind a growing number of factors when they make and market their products. A category that was once confined...

As solid as an oak: Memphis Hardwood's Chickasaw turns 100.
April 1, 2005... What started in 1905 as a way for Southern lumber companies to make good use of the flooring grade wood coming out of their sawmills has evolved into a company that is not just a supplier of hardwood flooring but a venerable champion of the...

Anderson Hardwood builds awareness with new consumer ad campaign.(News)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... The "Dance of Life" is the theme of a new warm and fuzzy consumer ad campaign from Anderson Hardwood. The marketing effort includes a television spot running on The Learning Channel's home improvement show "Moving Up." In addition, a print ad...

Fire guts Midwest Padding factory, Neb. plant 'a complete loss'.(News)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... Afire started during the manufacturing process swept through a carpet padding plant in Norfolk, Neb., and left the 50,000 square foot facility in ruins. None of the 25 people working at Midwest Padding were injured but the fire reportedly...

Miami Carpet and Tile wins grand prize at Anso Nylon Surfaces co-op drawing.(News)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... As the grand prize winner of Anso Nylon's co-op drawing during Surfaces 2005, Miami Carpet and Tile of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., took home 5,000 Anso Advantage Account (AAA) co-op dollars. Four carpet dealerships were chosen at random during the...

Groleau and Beaulieu Canada ink distribution deal.(News)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... In a deal involving two of Canada's top floor covering companies, hardwood floor manufacturer Groleau Inc. has reached an exclusive distribution deal with carpet maker Beaulieu Canada. Groleau said the pact will help the company expand its...

StonePeak Ceramics ready to make debut.(News)
April 1, 2005... With an eye toward grabbing a piece of the ever-growing U.S. tile market, Italian tile maker Graniti Fiandre is using the upcoming Coverings Expo in May to launch a new American porcelain ceramic tile company. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] ...

Upcoming industry events.(Calendar)
April 1, 2005... NWFA 2005 -- Honolulu. (800) 422-4556, April 13-16. Coverings 2005 -- Orlando, Fla. (866) 285-3691, May 3-6. Green Design Solutions Conference -- Chicago. (248) 244-6463, May 4-6. NKBA/KBIS 2005 -- Las Vegas. (877) NKBA-PRO, May...

Quick-Step names top distributors and salespeople.(News)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... Quick-Step's National Salesperson of the Year awards were presented to Rey Gutierrez, Doug Cushman and Paul Zagorski of Suncrest Supply Inc.; Charles Hilton, Susan Proctor, Bill Gilane, Bo Sloan and Grant Tuminello of Tri-West Ltd.; Keith Moore...

Hoboken Floors and Mirage see "dual opportunity" in Texas.(News)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... Hoboken Floors is set to open a 40,000 square foot warehouse in Dallas, with additional facilities planned for Houston and San Antonio. Although Hoboken will also offer product from Mirage, BR111 and Tarkett, the company's Texas initiative has...

Ardex America.(appointed Steve Manning )(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... Ardex America has appointed Steve Manning as president and CEO of Ardex America and its subsidiaries Ardex Engineered Cements and the W.W. Henry Co. Manning has 25 years' experience in the industrial, consumer, and building materials sectors....

Crossville Inc.(promoted John E. Smith )(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... Crossville Inc. has promoted John E. Smith to president and general manager. He succeeds Svend Hovmand, who will step down as president and CEO but remain on Crossville's board. Smith joined Crossville in 1994 as vp of manufacturing and...

Inside Edge Commercial Interior Services.(appointed Jeff Tolke )(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... Inside Edge Commercial Interior Services has appointed Jeff Tolke as vp of sales and business development. Tolke's 20 years of sales and marketing experience include roles in consumer food companies such as the Pillsbury Co. and Kraft Foods.

Masland Carpets.(appointed Craig Lapeere )(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... Masland Carpets has named Craig Lapeere as president of the company's residential division. Lapeere joined the Dixie Group in 1992, as vp of Patrick Carpet Mills. In 1998, Lapeere accepted the position at Masland as vp of residential business.

MAPEI's Di Tempora named Man of the Year by Boys' Towns of Italy.(News)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... The Florida chapter of Boys' Towns of Italy has named Nick Di Tempora, president of MAPEI Americas, its 2005 Man of the Year, Di Tempora's personal interest in the welfare of Boys' Towns of Italy children prompted the honor. "I faced many...

Mannington expands operations at its High Point, N.C., factories.(News)(north carolina)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... Mannington Mills Inc. recently began work on a $3.4 million, 100,000 square-foot warehouse as part of an expansion of its wood and laminate facility operations in High Point, N.C. Renovations are also under way at Mannington's main factory. ...

Pergo patents SimpleSolutions Four-in-One Molding.(News)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... Pergo's new simplified molding system was granted U.S. Patent No. 6,860,074, guaranteeing the exclusive rights to the company's SimpleSolutions Four-in-One Molding. The moldings, which snap together, are manufactured in a new, 60,000 square...

Habitat Detroit to host Jimmy Carter Work Project.(News)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... Habitat for Humanity International has selected Detroit as a host site for the 22nd annual Jimmy Carter Work Project, June 17-24. The former U.S. President and his wife, Rosalynn, plan to join 3,000 volunteers in Detroit and Benton Harbor,...

Butler-Johnson wins $25K for Surfaces sign-up effort.(News)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... Sacramento, Calif-based distributor Butler-Johnson Corp. earned $25,000 for its efforts to recruit retailers for the most recent Surfaces convention in Las Vegas. The company that produces Surfaces, Hanley Wood, awarded the cash prize as part...

Tarkett Commercial adds BPI as Texas distributor.(News)(Building Plastics Inc)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... Tarkett Commercial has added Building Plastics Inc. (BPI) as an Azrock by Tarkett flooring distributor for Texas. BPI, based in Memphis, services more than 8,300 customers in nine states. For more information, phone (800) 621-9810. ...

Corrections.(Correction Notice)
April 1, 2005... A listing included in the NFT Radiant Floor Guide supplement incorrectly listed one of Hacker Industries trade names as Gyp-Span[R] 331 Radiant. The correct trade name is Gyp-Span[R] 3310 Radiant. The guide also did not include U. S....

Parterre Flooring Systems donates flooring for Ronald McDonald House.(News)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... Parterre Flooring Systems has donated vinyl wood plank flooring to the Orange County (Calif.) Ronald McDonald House. The products were supplied as part of the "Labor of Love" project sponsored by the American Society of Interior Designers. The...

BonaKemi plant gets $1.7 million make over.(News)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... BonaKemi USA said it completed $1.7 million in capital improvements at its Pueblo, Colo., plant. Renovations included the installation of new process equipment and piping, and the upgrading and expansion of bulk storage capabilities and holding...

Menlo Hardwood says wide wood planks gaining.(News)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... As it appraoches its one year anniversary, distributor Menlo Hardwood Co., says it is finding a strong demand for its niche approach to hardsurface flooring. The Redwood City, Calif., distributor specializes in wide plank, long-length plank,...

Milliken launches Way modular commercial collection at NYC event.(News)(New York City )(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... More than 200 designers, architects and industry representatives attended a recent product showcase in New York City for Milliken Carpet's new modular commercial collection, Way. The 36-inch offering incorporates a new high-definition...

Domco offering special American Express card as sales incentive.(News)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... Domco said it has teamed with American Express to offer a new type of sales incentive. Retailers offering Domco product are eligible to receive a "rewards card" that can be used at any establishment that accepts American Express. The value...

Washington Installers set to meet and compete.(News)(Brief Article)
April 1, 2005... The Washington State Floor Covering Association (WSFCA) is set to hold its sixth annual Installation Trades Expo and second annual Installation Contest, May 18 at the Renton, Wash., Community Center from 1 to 6 p.m. Along with educational...

Mullican rolls out Engineered flooring in three thicknesses and two widths.(Products)
April 1, 2005... Mullican Flooring introduces its Engineered hardwood flooring line, featured in 9/16-, 1/2- and 5/16-inch thicknesses, in 3- and 5-inch widths. Mullican's Engineered flooring is offered in oak, walnut, hickory, maple, cherry, teak, Santos...

Diversified Foam unveils its FloorMuffler acoustical underlayment.(Products)
April 1, 2005... Diversified Foam Products and Toray Plastics (America) Inc. announce national distribution of FloorMuffler, a high-performance acoustical underlayment is designed to address both reflective and through-the-floor sound in hardwood, engineered...

Anderson sets out for new territory with Magellan exotic hardwood.(Products)
April 1, 2005... Anderson presents Magellan, a new exotic collection of hardwood flooring. Measuring 1/2-inch thick, the 5-inch-wide, engineered 5-ply planks are available in three colors--Cuervo, Oro and Cora. Currently. Only the Copaiba species is offered....

Johnsonite unveils its Perceptions designer wall base collection.(Products)
April 1, 2005... Johnsonite introduces Perceptions, a designer wall base collection with three stylish profiles--Recess, Spire and Quad. The 4 1/4-inch high rubber base is available in 105 color options, including Johnsonite's ColorMatch colors. Premanufactured...

Seneca adds four species to its wood products line.(Products)
April 1, 2005... Seneca Millwork has added four new species to its in-house collection of wood for prefinished moldings and profiles. The new species include bamboo, as well as Curupixa, Tatajuba and Amendoim from South America. These additions bring Seneca's...

Armstrong adds two designs to its Urban Settings resilient collection.(Products)
April 1, 2005... Armstrong has added Kahiki and Cottington designs to its Urban Settings resilient collection of designer sheet vinyl flooring. Kahiki is a deeply textured wood visual resembling parquet, while Cottington offers the look of leaves on fresco,...

Quick-Step's Quadra Slate laminate tile debuts in 8-mil thicknesses.(Products)
April 1, 2005... Quick-Step rolls out its Quadra Slate laminate tile line. Using the new Natural Authentic finish, Quadra Slate tile features a more realistic look than the company's Authentic finish, according to Quick-Step. Each Quadra Slate tile features...

Invista unveils Stainmaster carpet cushion with Odor Guard technology.(Products)
April 1, 2005... Invista announces Stainmaster carpet cushion, designed to provide protection against spills, pet accidents, and wear and tear from foot traffic. Stainmaster carpet cushion uses the DuPont Hytrel breathable moisture barrier as well as advanced...

Shaw Living's Dazzler rug inspired by Navajo blankets.(Products)
April 1, 2005... Shaw Living presents Dazzler, a new design in the company's New West collection of area rugs. Inspired by Navajo blankets preserved by the Museum of New Mexico, the rugs incorporate a central diamond motif. Available in sizes ranging from 2' 2"...

DriTac 7600 Premium Urethane Adhesive made for hardwoods, exotics.(Products)
April 1, 2005... DriTac 7600 Premium Urethane Adhesive is engineered for the installation of bamboo, exotic woods, multi-ply engineered plank, solid plank flat-milled up to 1/2-inch thick, 3/4-inch solid shorts, acrylic impregnated wood, parquet and plywood....

Mirage debuts three new colors in its Engineered and Commercial series.(Products)
April 1, 2005... Mirage has added the colors Sambuca, Merlot and Java to its Engineered and Commercial collections. The black Sambuca and blackberry-hued Merlot is available with 2 9/16-inch Exclusive Maple, while the coffee-colored Java is offered with 2...

Taylor Adhesives 2012 Concrete Sealer is part of company's Lockdown System.(Products)
April 1, 2005... Taylor Adhesives' new 2012 Concrete Sealer can be used in concert with 2091 Meta-tec vinyl flooring adhesive. The sealer cures within 24 hours and cross-links with the 2091 adhesive to create the Lockdown moisture control system, Taylor says....

Halo Floors debuts 100 SKUs of architectural floor coverings.(Products)
April 1, 2005... Halo Floors has launched 100 SKUs of architectural floor coverings geared toward the commercial marketplace. Selections feature designs in a range of options, from contemporary to traditional, including natural looks and avant-garde boutique...

Flexco flooring features the FlexSafe antimicrobial protection system.(Products)
April 1, 2005... Flexco's complete line of commercial flooring products features the FlexSafe antimicrobial protection system, designed to prevent mold and bacteria from forming. FlexSafe is available in a wide range of products, including Retro Rubber Blends...

Roppe offers new design options and new height for its Visuelle Wall Base.(Products)
April 1, 2005... Roppe's Visuelle Wall Base now comes in a new height of 7 3/4 inches, designed to provide the look of custom-crafted woodwork with a top-lip design that fits snugly against the wall. New design options include wood corner blocks--available in 5...

FN Profile releases its FN One4All multipurpose flooring profile.(Products)
April 1, 2005... FN Profile Inc., the U.S. division of FN Neuhofer Holz, unveils its FN One4All all-around flooring profile, available in HDF and aluminum designs in various heights. The profile can be used in a range of applications, whether for motion or...

One satisfied customer: Persian Rug Galleries goes upscale downstairs.
April 1, 2005... Anyone squeezing their way through Persian Rug Galleries' lower level showroom last year would likely agree the place was badly in need of a makeover. Bidding for attention in a cramped 2,000 square foot basement were carpet, tile and hardwood...

Coverings '05: sales are solid, now tile & stone makers are ready to flex their muscle.
April 1, 2005... Having seen steady growth in the tile and stone category, organizers for Coverings 2005 say they are anticipating a record number of exhibitors and attendees at the industry's leading trade conference, set for May 3-6, 2005 at in Orlando,...

Diago presents its Taos series in two sizes and four colors.(Coverings Products)
April 1, 2005... Diago introduces its Taos series as part of the tile manufacturer's Diago Gallery. Taos tile is available in 17-by-17 and 12 1/2-by-24 inches. Colors include Beige, Verde, Gris and Sand. For details, circle 180 on the Reader Inquiry Card. ...

NAC releases its Virtual Binder.(Coverings Products)
April 1, 2005... National Applied Construction Products Inc. (NAC) has released the latest edition of its Virtual Binder, which contains information on the company's ECB Anti-Fracture, Strataflex Waterproofing, and SAM3 and Super SAM Sound Abatement membranes....

Saloni debuts Nirvana white-bodied tile series in three colors.(Coverings Products)
April 1, 2005... Saloni's Nirvana is a white-bodied tile series available in white, cream and beige. The series comes in two sizes: floor tiles in 12-by-12 inches, and wall tiles in 12-by-23 1/2 inches. For details, circle 181 on the Reader Inquiry Card. ...

Keramia's Marmara series available in four sizes.(Coverings Products)
April 1, 2005... Keramia's Marmara series is offered in 6-by-6, 12-by-12, 12-by-18, and 18-by-18 inches. Styles in Marmara comprise Bursa (Gris), Adalar (Beige), Izmir (Noce) and Istambul (Verde). For details, circle 175 on the Reader Inquiry Card. ...

Rodena tile is the newest addition to Alcalagres' Natura series.(Coverings Products)
April 1, 2005... Rodena tile is a new addition to Alcalagres' Natura series. It features a rustic lappato finish and comes in 12-by-12- and 12-by-24-inch formats. For details, circle 177 on the Reader Inquiry Card.

WarmlyYours launches website with specialized design component.(Coverings Products)
April 1, 2005... WarmlyYours, a manufacturer of radiant floor heating systems, has launched www.warmlyours.com. The site incorporates the Project Planner, an online design tool that lets customers draw their plans and submit them electronically for a price...

Ceracasa Milos collection in various shades.(Coverings Products)
April 1, 2005... Ceracasa introduces its Milos collection, available in 19 1/2-by-19 1/2- and 12 1/2-by-12 1/2-inch sizes. Milos tile is offered in various shades of anthracites, earthtones, mosses and creams. For details, circle 174 on the Reader Inquiry Card....

TEC releases fast-set version of its 1 Flex Crack-Isolation Mortar.(Coverings Products)
April 1, 2005... TEC introduces a new fast-set version of its 1 Flex Crack-Isolation Mortar. 1 Flex Fast Set is a single-component, modified polymer mortar for setting tile, and incorporates a 1/8-inch crack-isolating technology. 1 Flex Fast Set provides an...

Laticrete unveils its 310 Cordless Mixer for use in vertical installations.(Coverings Products)
April 1, 2005... Laticrete introduces its Latapoxy 310 Cordless Mixer, designed to be used with Latapoxy 310 Stone Adhesive for the vertical installation of stone, porcelain and ceramic tile. Equipped with both a speed and dosing control feature, as well as an...

Tau introduces its Portland series of high-tech porcelain tile.(Coverings Products)
April 1, 2005... Tau Ceramica debuts its Portland series of high-tech tile, available in large, 18-by-18-inch formats. The Portland series of porcelain tile is available in an array of colors, Tau says. For details, circle 178 on the Reader Inquiry Card. ...

Protecto Wrap rolls out its complete line of WhisperMat underlayments.(Coverings Products)
April 1, 2005... Protecto Wrap Co.introduces its WhisperMat product line of high-performance, peel-and-stick underlayments, designed for effective sound control and moisture resistance. The line includes WhisperMat-CS for ceramic and natural stone tile;...

Tureks Limestone collection of tiles and mosaics is Marble Systems' latest.(Coverings Products)
April 1, 2005... Marble Systems Inc. presents its Tureks Limestone collection of tiles and mosaics. Available in multiple sizes and finishes, the collection includes the colors Casablanca, Champagne, Golden Ruby and Olive-Green. For details, circle 179 on the...

Marazzi USA unveils its I Colori tile in 12-by-12-inch formats.(Coverings Products)
April 1, 2005... Marazzi Tile presents I Colori, a commercially rated 12-by-12 inch glazed ceramic tile available in seven colors, from basic black and white to blue, brown, green, red and yellow. I Colori tile (with the exception of the Crayons Red Lustre...

Roca's Rock & Rock series incorporates cut-edge pieces.(Coverings Products)
April 1, 2005... Roca's Rock & Rock series uses cut-edge pieces, via a process exclusive to Roca. Each piece is cut prior to entering the kiln to help ensure a perfect finish, according to the company. Rock & Rock tile is available in Quartz, Lavagna Negro,...

Laufen debuts its Palace polished porcelain floor and wall tile in two sizes.(Coverings Products)
April 1, 2005... Laufen pulls the wraps off of Palace, a double-loaded, through-body porcelain tile. Available in Aurora, Cream and Nocce colors, Palace tile comes in sizes including 12-by-24 and 18-by-18 inches, as well as an 18-by-18-inch polished medallion...

Ascot introduces its 'subway-style' Interiors collection.(Coverings Products)
April 1, 2005... Ascot's new collection, Interiors, features an elongated "subway-style" format, according to the company. Available in multiple colors. Ascot tile incorporates decorative grooves of varying sizes to give the product a textured look. For...

New tile collection from Caesar, 'Feel' offers wood look in seven colors.(Coverings Products)
April 1, 2005... Caesar presents Feel, a new tile collection with the look of wood. Feel is available in Colonial (Beige), Live (White), Loft (Gray), Lounge (Dark Gray), Mida (Yellow), Moonlight (Black) and Zanzibar (Brown), and comes in 23 1/2-by-23 1/2,...

Orchid Ceramics introduces Charlotte wall, floor and countertop tile.(Coverings Products)
April 1, 2005... Orchid Ceramics Inc. debuts Charlotte, a new line of ceramic wall, floor and countertop tile in two sizes and four colors. Charlotte comes with a full line of floor and wall trim products from bull-noses to quarter rounds, as well as other...

Cotto D'Este presents Kerlite collection with zirconium particles.(Coverings Products)
April 1, 2005... Cotto D'Este introduces Kerlite, a collection oversized slab format tiles. Kerlite is enriched with zirconium particles so that the tiles radiate light, according to the company. The Kerlite collection is available in six colors--Sand, Lake,...

Rex's Edera Noir tile made using hydro jet-cut technology.(Coverings Products)
April 1, 2005... Rex's Edera Noir tile is manufactured with hydro jet-cut technology. The collection features insets of frosted glass, and may be installed with backlights to create brilliant reflections of shape, light and contrast, Rex says. For details,...

Gayafores debuts its Atlantis line of porcelain tile.(Coverings Products)
April 1, 2005... Gayafores introduces Atlantis, the company's latest line of porcelain tile. Available in 13-by-20- and 20-by-20-inch sizes, Atlantis tile comes in the colors of Crema, Moka, Gris, Marengo and Antracita. Decor pieces and borders for walls and...

Marca Corona's Elite tile collection inspired by natural stone.(Coverings Products)
April 1, 2005... Available in natural and lapped versions, Marca Corona's Elite tile collection is inspired by natural stone. With ground edges and joint-free features, the tiles can be installed to create elegant floors with virtually seamless surfaces,...

Dancik International unveils its Selection Sheet Manager software.(Coverings Products)
April 1, 2005... Dancik International presents its latest software, the Selection Sheet Manager. The comprehensive software program is designed to help sales staff keep track of customer selections, follow up when required and increase closing rates. Selection...

Ilva's Andes series brings natural colors to walls and floors.(Coverings Products)
April 1, 2005... Ilva S.A. introduces its Andes series, incorporating natural shade variations and earth-tone colors in a classic texture. Rectified with an unglazed surface, Andes tile is designed for use for walls and floors in both residential and commercial...

The dos and don'ts of showroom selling rule one: sell them what they need, not what you need to sell.(Showroom Management)
April 1, 2005... Every once in awhile, we all seem to hit a brick wall. No matter how hard we try, we just can't seem to close the sale. Before panic sets in, think about--even list--the customer objections that prevented the sale. ********** As you...

Want authentic, rustic and charming? Think character hardwood.(Wood or Wood Knot)(Column)
April 1, 2005... Historically, hardwood flooring has always been classified by a grading system that was established in a somewhat raw form for the lumber industry. Both "clear" and "select" were the desired industry standard for the discerning homeowner/buyer....

Clean 'em up and lay 'em out--then what? A look at dimensional stones.(Ceramic & Stone Close-up)
April 1, 2005... As any one who has ever strapped on a tool belt can tell you, there are pluses and minuses to every building material. Dimensional stones are no exception. While space constraints limit the discussion here, let's look at some of the...

Big box retailers got you down? Remember: it's not size that matters ... it's the buying experience.
April 1, 2005... Selling hardwood flooring against Home Depot, Lowe's, Menards and other large retailers is a discomforting thought for many flooring retailers. Do you even have a fighting chance? Absolutely! [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] If you've ever...

Zimair Display systems.(Products & Literature on display)
April 1, 2005... Swivel 45 A new patent pending innovation from Zimair Display is the SWIVEL 45 ceramic display. This display allows multiple configurations to keep the retail environment fresh. While this unit is an upgrade to Zimair's showroom display...

Basic coatings.(Products & Literature on display)
April 1, 2005... 2K Select: Leading the Way in Performance & Price Basic is celebrating its 20-year anniversary... and our water-base line up keeps getting better! 2K Select offers new and improved two-component technology with easy application and a depth...

Carpet shims.(Products & Literature on display)
April 1, 2005... CARPET SHIMS and UNIVERSAL SIDE SHIMS easily eliminate the problem of height differences from carpeted floors to ceramic or hardwood floors. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] * No more double tack strips. * No more building ramps with...

STONECARPET[R].(Products & Literature on display)
April 1, 2005... STONECARPET[R] is the perfect showroom floor. Easy to clean, resilient under foot, no ugly grout lines, and stain resistant. Select your own custom colors and add designs and logos if you desire. Those who have STONECARPET[R] love it and will...

Max Windsor floors.(Products & Literature on display)
April 1, 2005... Max Windsor is the timeless masterpiece of a classic natural hardwood floor. Produced with European cutting-edge technology, every piece of wood is milled singularly to achieve a flawless look. Max Windsor is a fashion statement. It elevates...

Amorim industrial solutions.(Products & Literature on display)
April 1, 2005... Sound Performer/Sound Environmentally AcoustiCORK[TM] Products provide the thinnest profile, most effective and lowest total installed cost per sq. ft. in sound control underlayments for hard surface flooring. Whether the finished floor is...

Murphy[R] Oil Soap.(Products & Literature on display)
April 1, 2005... For over 100 years, people have trusted the natural and gentle cleaning power of Murphy[R] Oil Soap. It is ideal for safely cleaning finished wood and other household surfaces without leaving a dulling residue. ~Love Your Wood[TM] with...