National Floor Trends articles from April 2007

National Floor Trends archives from April 2007

Mailbag: when good floors go bad, who's to blame? (Hint: It may be the installer).(Tile & Stone)(Letter to the editor)
April 1, 2007... The last time we used this space for a mailbag it proved very popular. Since that time I have been collecting more questions and will focus on those with a broad range of interests in the flooring world. The responses included here are purely...

Stone installers: keep the 'wet' areas dry.(Guest Column)
April 1, 2007... It may sound like an oxymoron to "keep wet areas dry," but it's no laughing matter when you consider the cost of mold and water damage in terms of dollars, time and effort, and potential harm to your reputation. Proper waterproofing measures...

Engineered wood takes flooring segment to a new level.(Guest Column)
April 1, 2007... Engineered wood is far from new. In fact, more than a century ago, the first so-called engineered wood product--plywood--was introduced. Since that humble beginning, the value of engineered wood has been recognized by builders and end users...

NFT market study: hardwood gets a warm embrace: our exclusive survey says retailers expect wood flooring to continue its steady growth. And they remind manufacturers that price and quality are far more important than a brand's reputation, its marketing clout or any sales incentives offered.
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] After all these years it seems hardwood flooring is finally getting the recognition it deserves. Increasingly, consumers are coming to fully appreciate that the benefits of wood flooring go beyond the aesthetic....

BR-111 struts its stuff at surfaces (and dealers like what they see).
April 1, 2007... Not surprisingly, BR-111's eye-catching exhibit at Surfaces drew a steady stream of showgoers. Building on the "Fashion Under Foot" theme used by the company to call attention to its exotic hardwood, the exhibit was highlighted by a gaggle of...

New tiles and familiar faces at Cevisama's 25th anniversary.
April 1, 2007... Cevisama turns 25 this year. And with more than 97,000 industry professionals on hand, the 2007 edition of the show turned out to be one large birthday party. The Valencia, Spain-based ceramic tile and bathroom furnishings event celebrated its...

From the ceiling to the floor: hardwood floors are forever more.(Wood or Wood Knot)
April 1, 2007... If you are involved in the hardwood flooring business, there is a good chance you are reading this at the National Wood Flooring Association's annual convention in Denver, Colo. If so, you are in the right place. This is a hugely important...

Concrete joints: to cover or not to cover.(Focus on Resilient)
April 1, 2007... One of the most perplexing areas of commercial flooring installation is how to handle joints in a concrete slab. Flooring manufacturers insist that flooring contractors "honor" all joints that are active (moving) and cover those that are...

Floor to ceiling sets the bar high for education.(High-Impact Retailing)
April 1, 2007... Throughout my career I have been fortunate enough to work with every major merchandising group in the industry. The relationships go back as far as 20 years and I am proud to say my books, CDs and DVD programs are often used to educate their...

Carpet One's Yankee know-how.(Editorial Comment)
April 1, 2007... Diehard Red Sox fan that he is, Carpet One's Howard Brodsky may cringe when he reads this, but his retail operation often reminds me of the N.Y. Yankees. While Carpet One most certainly does not share the Yankees' penchant for swaggering and...

Coverings preview: designers invited to bring clients for free.
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] More than 33,000 people from around the world who are involved in the ceramic and stone tile industry are expected to descend on Chicago's McCormick Place Convention Center this month for what promises to be a...

MAPEI's non-sag Opticolor designed for quick setting.(Coverings: Products)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] MAPEI presents Opticolor, a non-sag grout for fast-track construction. According to the company, Opticolor allows foot traffic in six to eight hours with no sealing required. The product can be applied to walls,...

New tile line takes cue from reptiles.(Coverings: Products)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The RepTile collection designed for Canakkale Seramik & Kalebodur by Can Yalman Design showcases the natural textures found on snake and crocodile skins. Crocodile includes four sizes mimicking crocodile skin. Colors...

Halcon's Manila, Palermo utilize hi-tech process.(Coverings: Products)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Undulated surfaces created by advanced digital processing mark Grupo Halcon's Manila and Palermo ceramic tile additions. The Manila series emulates wallpaper, while the Palermo series imitates Rapolano marble, the...

Roca's Tallado allows for greater flexibility.(Coverings: Products)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Roca presents its third generation of Rock & Rock products with the introduction of Tallado. This is a process which ensures that each piece is cut up before entering the kiln, and aims to allow greater flexibility...

TEC's new system offers rapid installations.(Coverings: Products)
April 1, 2007... TEC's Single Layer Floor System has been designed to allow direct-bond installations of ceramic or porcelain tiles directly to plywood or OSB subfloors. The system, which is warranted for 10 years when used with AccuColor XT or AccuColor EFX...

Cairo from Lamosa depicts desert hues.(Coverings: Products)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Sand, earth, green fields and deserts are the inspiration for Revestimientos Lamosa, S.A. de C.V.'s Cairo Collection. The series, which is available in four shades (Blanco, Verde, Rojo and Cafe), is offered in a...

Artemis' Montecarlo features 'rotocolor' style.(Coverings: Products)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Artemis' new impervious porcelain tile line Montecarlo replicates the look of crosscut travertine stone. Developed to complement today's decor, eight rotocolors are used to create the 20" x 20", 13" x 13", pressed...

Q-Seal protective coating added to Questech tiles.(Coverings: Products)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Questech's new tumbled marble tiles feature Q-Seal, a factory-applied sealer formulated to protect against water and staining for the life of the product. The company describes Q-Seal as a permanent coating that...

Nuheat's Harmony thermostat inspired by designers.(Coverings: Products)(Brief article)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The Energy Star-rated Harmony thermostat from Nuheat floor warming systems features a flush-mounted appearance, variable temperature settings, on-screen programming and interchangeable faceplates. Harmony, which can...

Eliane showcases Versatile collection in new guidebook.(Coverings: Products)
April 1, 2007... New from Eliane Ceramic Tiles is a full-size product information guidebook depicting its Versatile series. Within its pages are the collection's base colors, available standard sizes, and any complementary pieces that are also offered, such as...

Laticrete enters radiant heat with FahrenHEAT system.(Coverings: Products)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Laticrete International has launched FahrenHEAT, a new floor warming system that uses a self-adhesive mesh and wire backing. According to the company, FahrenHEAT is designed for easy thin-set installation, and...

[10] Easy Heat launches animated Warm Tiles tutorials.(Coverings: Products)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Working with animation software developers, Easy Heat has made Warm Tiles' architectural details interactive for architects and contractors to view and print particular aspects of the installation process. The eight...

[11] QFloors software designed to track inventory and costs.(Coverings: Products)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] QFloors is a comprehensive business management system, featuring inventory control, product definitions, sales commissions, job costing, barcoding, taxes, reports and open-ended accounting. The Windows-based system...

[12] Tau combines metal and stone for sleekness.(Coverings: Products)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Tau Ceramica has launched Metal Stone, a ceramic tile collection combining the look of natural stone with a metallic sheen. Colors in the line include dark steel, white rhodium, silver grey and copper rusty looks....

RFMS unveils three products, including new B2B software.(Coverings: Products)
April 1, 2007... RFMS presents its new measuring software, called RFMS Measure. Used in concert with the RFMS In-Home Solutions program, the software integrates takeoff estimating, calculations and processing via easy-to-use modules, the company says. RFMS also...

[13] Buenos Aires Mood new from Crossville.(Coverings: Products)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Crossville presents Buenos Aires Mood, a porcelain stone tile series using the company's Multistrato proprietary technology for subtle shading and flow. The product is offered in polished, unpolished, and textured...

[14] StonePeak Ceramics expands New Mosaics.(Coverings: Products)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] StonePeak Ceramics introduces four patterns to its New Mosaic line. Design 1 is a 4" by 12" mesh-mounted mosaic available with the company's Limestone, Marble, Slate and Stone ranges. Design 2, featuring Slate,...

[15] Ege Seramik introduces 'Imperial' travertine look.(Coverings: Products)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] New from Ege Seramik, the Imperial Collection of glazed porcelain tile is inspired by Turkish travertine. The product is offered in White, Beige and Noce, in three sizes for floors (18" by 18", 13" by 13" and 6.5" by...

[16] GranitiFiandre goes 'Platinum' with new metallic tile collection.(Coverings: Products)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] GranitiFiandre's new Platinum collection of porcelain tile features a metallic effect. Featuring textured check and triangular wave patterns, the tile is offered in White Platinum, Black Platinum, Mauve Platinum, and...

Dancik's new manager tracks potential leads.(Coverings: Products)
April 1, 2007... Dancik International's Selection Sheet Manager enables users to track customer selections and search via certain criteria. Since the software maintains a central database of all selections, customers can be searched via name, address, builder,...

The Installation dilemma: in-house or outsource? Retailers weighing the pluses and minuses of hiring their own installers should look at the long-term impact on their business.
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Do you hire and train your own installers? Or do you outsource the work? The question can be vexing for floor covering retailers--particularly those who see installation as an area where they can distinguish...

Swiff-Train 70th year marked with style, history.(News: People/Places/Events)(Company overview)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Top executives and sales staff at The Swiff-Train Co. found a surprise when they traveled to Houston to attend the distributors' annual fourth quarter sales meeting. They had not been told by Don Evans, vp sales and...

IVC US, Inc.(People)
April 1, 2007... IVC US, Inc., the U.S. subsidiary of privately owned Belgian company IVC Group, has appointed 15-year industry veteran Dave Polisky sales and marketing vp. His responsibilities include supporting the company's luxury vinyl tile market share and...

Catalina Carpet Mills.(People)
April 1, 2007... Celia Blum has joined Catalina Carpet Mills as national sales manager where she is responsible for leading the company's sales agents located outside California and Nevada. Blum brings more than 30 years of high-end residential market...

BonaKemi USA.(People)
April 1, 2007... BonaKemi USA has reorganized its sales team and appointed Todd Schutte director of distributor sales and training, Enos Farnsworth to director of new business development, Dee Lenston to training programs manager, and Mark Pacacha to director...

Boa-Franc G.P., producer of Mirage prefinished hardwood flooring, has appointed Annette Lewers and Lucie Pelletier as architectural and design representatives.(People)
April 1, 2007... Boa-Franc G.P., producer of Mirage prefinished hardwood flooring, has appointed Annette Lewers and Lucie Pelletier as architectural and design representatives. Lewers, who has been with Olympia Tiles for the past 16 years, will cover Ontario....

Award Hardwood Floors.(People)
April 1, 2007... Dennis Mohn has joined Award Hardwood Floors as president and ceo. The 30-year industry veteran recently served Alloc Inc. as marketing and sales vp. In his new position, Mohn will lead Award in all aspects of its business, with emphasis on...

Mohawk Industries.(People)
April 1, 2007... Mohawk Industries has named Rik Born vp of Eastern sales for hard surface products. In his new position, he will provide sales leadership, expertise and management to Mohawk's Southeast, Northeast, Ohio Valley, and North Central regions. Prior...

Amtico International.(People)
April 1, 2007... Chris McKee has been tapped as Amtico International's ceo for North America. He brings more than 18 years of industry-related experience, most recently for Home Depot as flooring services general manager. McKee replaces outgoing ceo David...

INSTALL's International Labor-Management Committee.(People)(Thomas Lutz appointed)(Brief article)
April 1, 2007... Newly added to INSTALL's International Labor-Management Committee is 20-year installation veteran Thomas Lutz. Based in Detroit, his post includes creating alliances with major mills and manufacturers and upholding INSTALL's commitment to...

Best Tile Distributors of New England.(People)(Richard LaRocca appointed as contractor sales manager)(Brief article)
April 1, 2007... Best Tile Distributors of New England has appointed Richard LaRocca contractor sales manager for the Shrewsbury, Mass., area. In his new role, he will lead the company's efforts in re-entering the commercial sector with contractor-specific...

UFloor Systems, Inc.(People)
April 1, 2007... UFloor Systems, Inc. has appointed Mike Summers technical director--hardwood. Based in Oregon, he will offer UFloor customers technical support, conduct training sessions, offer solutions, and recommend products. He comes to his new post from...

Formica Flooring.(People)
April 1, 2007... Mike Havas has joined Formica Flooring's sales team as its Northeast regional sales manager. He brings more than 25 years of experience to his new position, most recently with Apollo Distributing as its residential sales and product manager.

Columbia Commercial to unveil 'green' hardwood flooring.(News)
April 1, 2007... Columbia Commercial Flooring is set to introduce PureBond, a formaldehydefree, FSC-certified engineered hardwood flooring for the commercial segment. The new hardwood entry is processed using veneers and core material that enable the company to...

Roane celebrates 60 years with customer incentives.(News)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Travel incentives, promotions and spiffs are among the "thank you" gifts being offered to customers by the Roane Co. as the distributor commemorates 60 years in the flooring business. The company began in 1947....

Green thumb's up: Brazil honors Eliane.(News)
April 1, 2007... Brazilian groups have honored Eliane Ceramic Tiles for programs aimed at curbing the environmental impact of the company's manufacturing facilities. The Santa Catarina State Environment Protection Agency (FATMA) honored Eliane with its Fritz...

Turkish Ceramic to get boost from consulting firm.(News)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] In a bid to increase the visibility of Turkish tile, the Turkish Ceramic Promotion Committee has partnered with consulting firm DDB Worldwide Communications Group. The objective: to position the country's ceramic...

Atlanta-based Stonexpress has appointed Space Flooring as its newest distributor for its exclusive "Laura Ashley Home" stone, porcelain and ceramic tile collection.(Distributor Appointments)
April 1, 2007... Atlanta-based Stonexpress has appointed Space Flooring as its newest distributor for its exclusive "Laura Ashley Home" stone, porcelain and ceramic tile collection. Space Flooring, which operates 15 branches and is partnered with 43...

Boa-Franc G.P., the Saint-Georges, Quebec-based parent company of Mirage prefinished hardwood floors.(Distributor Appointments)
April 1, 2007... Boa-Franc G.P., the Saint-Georges, Quebec-based parent company of Mirage prefinished hardwood floors, has named Metropolitan Hardwood Floors as its distributor for Utah, Wyoming and Colorado.

Mohawk revamps consumer website.(News)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] DreamVision, Mohawk's consumer-based website, has rebuilt and expanded its interactive features with enhanced room design tools. Visitors can use the website to mix and match their choice of floor covering products,...

Raising the Bahr at Surfaces.(News)
April 1, 2007... The Bahr Co. was recognized with Mirage Hardwood Floor's President Award during a ceremony at Surfaces. The Romeoville, Ill-based distributor was honored for helping the Canadian hardwood flooring company achieve significant sales growth last...

Flexco recognizes distributor loyalty with honors.(News)(Service Award)(Brief article)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Seven Flexco distributors were honored for reaching the 30-year milestone with the company. Each received a Service Award plaque at a banquet held during Surfaces. Flexco executives praised each of the distributors...

Robina's China plant certified for 'chain of custody'.(News)(Robina Floors )(Brief article)
April 1, 2007... Robina Floors line of wood flooring has been certified as meeting the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Chain-of-Custody requirements for its factory in Shanghai. The distinction is based on "the path wood products take from the forest to the...

Multiply up to speed following recent fire.(News)(Multiply Forest Products )(Company overview)(Brief article)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Less than one month after a fire gutted its mill in Nipigon, Ontario, Multiply Forest Products says it has caught up with all its standing orders. The company moved its operations to a sister plant in Longac,...

'Thrilled' Laticrete teams up with Habitat for Humanity.(News)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] In partnership with Habitat for Humanity, Laticrete International recently donated tile-setting materials and manpower for a two-day installation of ceramic tile floors in two New Haven, Conn., homes. The 12-person...

New Zealand Wool finds comfort at Surfaces.(News)(Brief article)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Selecting from a pool of 35 brands showcased in the Wools of New Zealand area, retailers at Surfaces were asked to pick their favorite new wool carpet. All told, organizers say more than 400 retailers voted in the...

Wisdom and wit: Elway and Smirnoff slated for NWFA annual convention.(News)(National Wood Flooring Association)(Brief article)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Legendary Denver Broncos quarterback John Elway is slated to present the keynote at the National Wood Flooring Association convention this month. Titled "Professionalism," the keynote will examine the traits needed...

'Great retailers': Hanson Furniture and Carpet honored by Mohawk.(News)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Hanson Furniture and Carpet has been selected as the Mohawk ColorCenter Dealer of the Year for 2006. The honor goes to the dealer that "most completely executed the concepts and ideas behind Mohawk's ColorCenter...

Kahn named Flexco's salesman of the year.(News)(Michael Kahn honored)(Brief article)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Flexco's Southeast sales manager Michael Kahn has been named the company's 2006 Salesman of the Year. Based out of Marietta, Ga., Kahn's territory includes Florida, Georgia, and North and South Carolina. ...

Anderson's pride and joy: T & L and Kraus.(News)(Brief article)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATIONS OMITTED] T & L Distributors and Kraus have been recognized by Anderson Hardwood Floors for their support of new products and promotional campaigns. Each has been awarded a Distributor of the Year award for efforts in retail...

Upcoming industry events.(News)(Calendar)
April 1, 2007... NWFA 2007 Convention--Denver, Colo., April 10-13. (800) 422-4556. www.nwfa.org Coverings 2007--Chicago, Ill., April 17-20. (866) 285-3691. www.coverings.com AIA Convention & Expo--San Antonio, Tex., May 3-5. (800) 242-3837....

Carpet Shims.(Products & Literature on display)
April 1, 2007... Discover The Underlying Difference! Carpet Shims are available in 1/4", 3/8", and 1/2" x 8" x 32", and 1/4", 3/8", and 1/2"x 12" x 48". Add a Universal Side Shim to each end of the installed Carpet Shim to eliminate the drop off, which...

Thermosoft.(Products & Literature on display)
April 1, 2007... Thermosoft offers radiant floor heating direct from the manufacturer. The system has zero EMF and offers a lifetime warranty. Thermosoft's 1/8-inch construction-grade heating mats are designed to minimize floor height and lay flat for quick...

Custom Building Products.(Products & Literature on display)(Brief article)
April 1, 2007... Stone Specific Different stones, with different densities and porosities, need different sealers. StoneSpecific[TM], a line of premium products from Custom(r) Building Products, is formulated for the most popular stone types and finishes,...

Dodge Regupol.(Products & Literature on display)
April 1, 2007... Regupol QTsound control underlayment installs directly underneath the floor surface to greatly reduce impact sound. Engineered to provide the highest IIC (impact insulation class) rating improvement over any other sound control product...

Berry Wood.(Products & Literature on display)(Brief article)
April 1, 2007... Tropical Exotics Collection from Berry Wood Products Tropical Exotics Collection From Berry Wood Products The Tropical Exotics Collection features eight unique wood species from around the globe in eleven captivating colors and styles. All...

Starline.(Products & Literature on display)(Starline Associates, Inc. )(Brief article)
April 1, 2007... Starline Associates, Inc. delivers the best value for the money with SILENT BLUE[TM] Laminate Underlayment. SILENT BLUE[TM] combines closed cell construction, IIC 72, STC 73 Ratings and Waterproof Technology, eliminating the need for film and...

Johnsonite's rePLACE can be removed, reused.(Products)(Tarkett Inc. Johnsonite Div. has introduced rePLACE wall base system )(Brief article)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] The patented rePLACE wall base system from Johnsonite is designed to hang on a track without adhesives. Available in 30 colors and four profiles, the product is also part of Johnsonite's Restart reclamation program....

Altro Timbersafe offers slip resistance in wood looks.(Products)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] New from Altro Floors is Timbersafe, a slip-resistant flooring product featuring wood visuals. The line is available in six wood finishes--beech, chestnut, oak, pine, cherry and walnut. Timbersafe is designed for...

Foresta Floors adds PVC laminate product.(Products)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Flooring Corp. has taken the wraps off the Foresta line of environmentally safe laminate floors made using PVC. Designed to inhibit water, sound, mold and mildew, the product is available in a variety of colors,...

Rare exotics beef up Quick-Step laminate.(Products)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Quick Step introduces new exotic hardwood looks in laminate flooring. Afzelia Doussie, which mimics teak, is available in a warm caramel brown or a light golden brown. Afromosia resembles West African wood and is...

Mohawk debuts SmartStrand, EverStrand boutique.(Products)
April 1, 2007... Mohawk has combined its SmartStrand and EverStrand products into a new boutique for 2007--the Rooms for Living Polyester Collection. The boutique's displays highlight the features of each line, as well as the differences between the various...

LG Floors adds to Deco Stone line.(Products)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] New from LG Floors is the Camelot collection of Deco Stone luxury vinyl tile. Available in 18" x 18" tiles with a 3.0 mm gauge thickness, Camelot includes four end-grain wood patterns--Taunton, Tiverton, Dorchester...

Shaw Contract collection reflects 'Urban' life.(Products)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] New from Shaw Contract Group's Workplace Design Studio is the Urban Reflection Collection, features EcoWorx sustainable tile backing. The three new carpet tile patterns Prisma, Mirror Image, and Beam of Light--are...

Beaulieu's Beauflor offers seamless installation.(Products)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Beaulieu introduces Beauflor luxury resilient flooring. The product features the Multi Protect engineered polymer surface, Flextreme interlayer, Ultragrip slip-resistance and Comfort Bac foam backing. Additionally,...

IVC launches Flexitec Generation III line.(Products)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] International Vinyl Co. US, Inc. (IVC) presents Flexitec Generation III to its cushioned resilient flooring. The collection is offered in Luna, an entry-level range from the cut-length program; Presto, designed with...

Pro-Tac 2085 adhesive is 'Taylor' made.(Products)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] W.F. Taylor Co. has formulated its new 2085 ProTac Dual-Purpose Adhesive for professional installers. Suitable for carpet and vinyl installations, the moisture-resistant adhesive features Meta-Sept antimicrobial...

Johnsonite Millwork aims to mimic wood.(Products)
April 1, 2007... Johnsonite's Millwork contoured wall base features the look of milled wood. According to the company, Millwork is easy to install and requires virtually no maintenance. Eleven profiles are available in 124 colors. For details, circle 314 on the...

D Series from SouthFloor promises versatility.(Products: Wood Gallery)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] SouthFloor has unveiled its D series of site-finished wide plank engineered heart pinewood. The D series, which can be specified with custom colors and finishes, can be installed as a floating, nailed- or glued-down...

Green River unveils Cape Cod collection.(Products: Wood Gallery)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Newly added to Green River's American Hardwood pre-finished line is the 3/4"-thick Cape Cod Collection. Red Birch includes the Vineyard and Nantucket lines, Yellow Birch the Falmouth and Yarmouth lines, and Hard...

DuraSeal offers alternative to oil-based finishes.(Products: Wood Gallery)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Water-based polyurethane from DuraSeal has been formulated as a sheen-retaining alternative to oil-based finishes that require mineral spirits. The product is available in four sheens: matte, stain, semi-gloss and...

Nano-beads top off Wicanders' HPS finish.(Products: Wood Gallery)
April 1, 2007... [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Wicanders' manufacturing arm Amorim Revestimentos has formulated High Performance Surface (HPS) finish, a new low-gloss finish that incorporates shredded nano-beads to protect high traffic areas against scratches,...

Artistic Finishes pledges to decrease lead times.(Products: Wood Gallery)
April 1, 2007... Artistic Finishes has announced its "Extraordinary Service Level Pledge" for 2007. As part of its pledge, the company says it will offer a lead-time of seven business days "for approximately 80% of its total volume of molding parts, with the...