National Floor Trends articles from May 2003

National Floor Trends archives from May 2003

Beware of demons that can bury your business at a time when you could prosper. (Industry Perspectives).
May 1, 2003... Some are so immersed in creating demons that they are overcome by them. I mean powerful demons that shatter the confidence of their victims and blind them to bountiful business opportunities. Things aren't as easy as before, yet with it...

Business management trends: retailers/contractors target four critical areas.(evaluating manufacturer/distributor suppliers)
May 1, 2003... In the first installment of this two-part report, National Floor Trends surveyed retailers and contractors nationwide to gauge their outlook on the residential and commercial floor covering markets. This installment details what's really...

Cevisama 2003 showcases cutting edge of tile design.(22nd International Trade Fair for Ceramics)
May 1, 2003... More than 84,000 attendees filled the recently renovated Feria Valencia exposition center March 4-8 for Cevisama 2003, the 22nd International Trade Fair for Ceramics, where new ceramic products from almost 1,200 exhibitors were on display....

U.S. Gypsum dedicates new Durock high-speed line. (News).(United States Gypsum Co.)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... United States Gypsum Co., a subsidiary of USG Corp., recently opened a 500-foot, high-speed manufacturing line dedicated to the company's Durock Brand Cement Board. The line opening in the company's Baltimore plant coincided with the 20th...

Quick-Step opens customer service center. (News).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... Quick-Step Inc. has opened a customer service center at its Thomasville, N.C.-based headquarters. The center will be responsible for handling product orders, tracking shipments and providing financial services, according to the company. As...

Final decision on Witex stock acquisition by Pergo postponed. (News).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... Pergo announced months ago that an agreement had been signed whereby Pergo would acquire all HW Industries GmbH & Co. KG's shares in Witex Ag through a directed share issue of 20 percent in Pergo and a cash consideration of 6 million Euros. ...

Gammapar acquires PermaGrain Products. (News).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... Gammapar, a hardwood flooring manufacturer based in Forest, Va., has acquired PermaGrain Products Inc., one of its top competitors in the manufacture of acrylic-impregnated wood flooring. Following PermaGrain's filing for bankruptcy last...

Dupont commercial flooring names 2002 dupont antron design award winners. (News).(C&R/Rizvi Inc.)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... The 2002 DuPont Antron Design Award Grand Prize was presented to C&R/Rizvi Inc., for its innovative use of carpet in a childcare facility. The firm designed the interior of the Reebok Childcare Center for Reebok International Ltd.'s...

Mohawk Industries receives GSA Evergreen Award. (News).(U.S. General Services Administration)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... The US General Services Administration (GSA) has presented the GSA Evergreen Award to Mohawk Industries of Kennesaw, Ga. This annual award recognizes the efforts of GSA corporate partners for their efforts in recycling, identifying...

Pergo earns NALFA certification status. (News).(North American Laminate Flooring Association )(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... Pergo Inc. recently submitted its laminate flooring products for industry standards testing. Every product tested passed and, in December 2002, the company was granted official standards certification by the North American Laminate Flooring...

Azrock and Tarkett receive Architect's Choice award. (News).(Domco Tarkett Commercial)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... Domco Tarkett Commercial's Azrock and Tarkert brands were recently named Architecture's 2002 Architect's Choice for Excellence (ACE) award winners. Both brands were selected as outstanding suppliers in the resilient flooring category. Each...

Amtico International. (People).(Hugh Pugsley appointed)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... Amtico International has appointed Hugh Pugsley to vice president of strategic sales. He will manage the newly created National Accounts Division, which focuses on meeting the needs of large commercial end-users. Pugsley holds more than 19...

Congoleum Corp. (People).(Patrick M. Buckley and Bruce Stanhope)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... Congoleum Corp. has added two vice presidents to the company. Patrick M. Buckley, a 26-year industry veteran, has been named vice president of marketing. In this position he will he responsible for all aspects of product positioning. He will...

Domco Tarkett Commercial. (People).(Jeff Arnim)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... Domco Tarkett Commercial has announced the return of Jeff Arnim as the architectural sales representative for the central region of the United States. Arnim will support the marketing of the Azrock, Nafco, Tarkett, and Tarkett Sommer product...

Mannington Mills Inc. (People).(David Sheehan )(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... Mannington Mills Inc. recently hired David Sheehan as director of marketing for residential resilient. In this role, Sheehan will be responsible for driving Mannington's residential resilient business, and overseeing marketing and merchandising...

DuPont Antron. (People).(Marc Ahrens)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... Marc Ahrens, corporate segment manager for DuPont Antron, recently assumed additional responsibilities as the company's new hospitality segment manager. In his new position, Ahrens will provide marketing direction and support Antron within the...

Nearly 200 altendees attend install training center grand opening. (News).(International Standards and Training Alliance's Nelson-Mulligan Carpenters' Training Center)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... Representatives from all facets of the floor covering industry helped launch the International Standards and Training Alliance's (INSTALL) newest floor covering installation training center in St. Louis. Nearly 200 gathered at the...

Milliken strikes licensing pact with Claire Murray. (News).(Milliken Rugs)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... Milliken Rugs has established its first licensing agreement with artist and designer Claire Murray for a collection of wool rug designs. This agreement marks the first-ever licensing partnership for Milliken Rugs, as well as the only licensing...

Wheeler brings Tarkett Sommer and Tarkett products to Florida. (News).(Domco Tarkett Inc.)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2003... Domco Tarkett Inc. announced recently that Wheeler Inc. has added Tarkett Sommer commercial and Tarkett residential products to its existing line of Domco Tarkett Inc. products. In business since 1975, Wheeler Inc. specializes in commercial...

Laticrete SpectraLock Grout offers color uniformity, durability. (Products).
May 1, 2003... Laticrete has introduced SpectraLock Grout, designed to offer color accuracy and uniformity, stain resistance and durability. Laticrete SpectraLock Grout contains 40 lifestyle colors, and five Dazzle color combinations. Dazzle is a new...

Tarkett Sommer adds colors to Linosom Veneto palette. (Products).
May 1, 2003... Tarket Sommer has added new colors to the Venero color palerte of irs Linosom linoleum line. The Veneto collection comprises 39 colors ranging from warm, autumn tones to cool blues. Each color has a marble effect and can be combined to produce...

Wilsonart unveils its latest premium residential laminate. (Products).
May 1, 2003... Wilsonart Flooring has created a new premium residential flooring product called Estate Plus. This line comes with a lifetime warranty against wear, staining, fading, and water damage. Wilsonart Estate Plus includes Scuffshield Plus, a...

3M's Scotchgard celebrates 50 years. (Products).
May 1, 2003... Fifty years ago, 3M introduced a family of stainrepelling products under the Scotchgard brand. Today, Scotchgard Protectors range from products to protect upholstery to products that protect vinyl and leather. Scotchgard also offers...

E-Z Cut debuts floor covering office software. (Products).
May 1, 2003... E-Z Cut has announced its newest product, called The Office Moron. This software is meant to assist users in preparing quotes and estimates, tracking samples, and creating product identification tags. The Office Moron is intended to help...

InterfaceFLOR unveils residential floor tile made with Ingeo fiber. (Products).
May 1, 2003... InrerfaceFLOR Inc., a new company created by Interface Inc., has debuted high-style modular floor covering (19 1/2 square-inch tiles) made from Ingeo sustainable fiber. The tiles can be replaced as needed, with used tiles sent back to the...

Florida Tile debuts PietraArt marble tile. (Products).
May 1, 2003... New from Florida Tile is the PietraArt marble tile line. PietraArt tile is featured in light travertine, gold, dark brown and red colors. The product comes in 4-by-4-inch wall tiles, and 12-by-12- and 18-by-18-inch floor tiles. The line also...

Bostik unveils warranties for wood finishes, sealer. (Products).
May 1, 2003... The Bostik Findley Flooring Group is presenting an Ease-of-Application Warranty, which covers the workability of Bostik Hardwood Products' EZ Transition single-component urethane finish, ESP (Extreme Surface Protection) two-component finish and...

Tau Ceramica expands porcelain offerings with new collection. (Products).
May 1, 2003... Tau Ceramica has expanded its porcelain offerings with its new Aroa Collection of wall and floor tiles. Wall tiles are available in 12-by-18 inch formats, in colors ranging from Azul to Verde. A full range of listellos and accent pieces...

Halcon debuts matte-finish Amatista porcelain tile. (Products).
May 1, 2003... Halcon Ceramicas S.A. recently debuted Amatista, a matte-finish tile as part of the company's Attom Porcelain Collection. Amatista features 16-by-16 inch marblelook tile in beige. The series includes 3-by-16, 5-by-16-, and 5-by-5-inch formats....

Precision H20 refires murals in waterjet designs. (Products).
May 1, 2003... Precision H20 works to ensure that murals, emblems, insignias, and logos will offer a finished, healed edge via the company's refiring process. Through this process, all waterjet-cut pieces appear to be cut and custom-glazed within the...

EverSet Technology new from the Mohawk Group. (Products).
May 1, 2003... The Mohawk Group has introduced its new patent-pending EverSet Technology. This carpet protection system, in development for more than three years, was created expressly for the high-traffic environment of the commercial marketplace. Even...

Tibet series from Gayafores offered in five colors, two sizes. (Products).
May 1, 2003... Gayafores recently introduced Tibet, a series of porcelain tile available in beige, sand, graffito, gris, and negro. Tibet is available in 18-by-18 inch tiles, and a 13-by-20 inch rectangular wall tile. The series is complemented by two...

Custom Building Products improves RedGard membrane. (Products).
May 1, 2003... Custom Building Products has improved its RedGard Waterproofing and Anti-Fracture Membrane, formerly known as LevelQuik Waterproofing and Anti-Fracture Membrane. RedGard is a water-based, elastomeric membrane designed to be applied with a...

Couristan debuts 'Lifestyle' broadloom advertising campaign. (Products).
May 1, 2003... Couristan has debuted a residential broadloom advertising campaign entitled, "living the life, loving my couristan." The campaign's lifestyle concept is meant to capture the personality of its targeted women customers and to establish a...

DuraSoft products highlight exclusive Liz Claiborne line. (Products).
May 1, 2003... Solutia Inc.'s Wear-Dated carpet fibers will be part of the new, high-profile rug collection designed exclusively for Carpet One retailers. Five of the 20 Liz Claiborne rug styles are made with DuraSoft carpet fiber. Extra fibers per...

StoneImpressions unveils murals, borders and accents. (Products).
May 1, 2003... StoneImpressions creates murals, borders and accents handmade by artisans using an artist-developed, patented process. The finished product offers a depth of color and clarity of detail to designs on marble, tile, concrete, plaster and wood....

TEC intros new AccuColor Grout and Caulk colors. (Products).
May 1, 2003... TEC has debuted seven new AccuColor Grout and Caulk colors meant to complement the latest consumer fashion trends in tile and stone, which is a change from bold colors to more natural, muted tones, according to the company. These colors are...

Pergo previews Diamond Display. (Products).
May 1, 2003... Pergo Inc. has unveiled its new Diamond Display, a merchandising unit designed to showcase the comprehensive lineup of Pergo products. The display is scheduled to roll out in mid-June. The Diamond Display is designed to accommodate multiple...

Ezydeck modular decking tiles. (Products).
May 1, 2003... Available from Ezydeck USA is Ezydeck Modular Decking Tiles. The riles are manufactured in Western Australia using Australian Jarrah Eucalyptus wood. Wood slats are attached to a patented plastic tray with interlocking tabs along all four...

NobleHouse unveils Timberwind FJ solid-strip hardwood flooring. (Products).
May 1, 2003... NobleHouse Wood Flooring Products has unveiled Timberwind FJ, a 5/8-inch, solid-strip floor with a clean look and finger-joint construction. Timberwind FJ is available in several temperate and tropical species, including Solid Oak, Solid Maple,...

Two patterns added to Karastan Contract brand. (Products).
May 1, 2003... Two new patterns have been added to the Mohawk Group's Karastan Contract brand of commercial carpet. These patterns--Bleecker Street and Tribeca--feature styling reminiscent of the architecture and infrastructure of New York City. Bleecker...

Zimair. (Products & Literature).
May 1, 2003... Zimair Display Systems introduced a new display at the National Wood Flooring Association's Education Conference and 2002 Wood Flooring Expo in April. The unit displays 12 planks 24 x 6 x 3/4 and is invertoried in black (Blank sign included)...

Bostik Findley. (Products & Literature).
May 1, 2003... The Bostik Findley Flooring Group is pleased to announce the development of Hydroment Gold Coat[TM], a ready-to-use latex-based Anti-Fracture and Waterproofing Membrane specifically designed for use beneath thin-set ceramic tile and stone...

Novalis. (Products & Literature).
May 1, 2003... Novalis Launches Palazzo TM Luxury Tile & Plank Novalis Launches Palazzo [TM], a collection of 12"x12" tiles and 4"x36" planks that mimic slate, stone and wood. Palazzo's Unique L-Bevels provides the beauty of a seamless grouted floor....

Carpet Shim. (Products & Literature).
May 1, 2003... New from Carpet Shims, Ltd Side Shims finishes transitions easily! Side Shims are used in conjunction with the Original 32" x 8" Carpet Shims to solve the height difference between carper and ceramic or hardwood floors. Made of the...

Lauzon Ltd. (Products & Literature).
May 1, 2003... LAUZON is the ONLY one to offer Polynium+ with sunshield, an exclusive wood treatment that protects floors from the dulling and yellowing effects of the sun. LAUZON Distinctive Hardwood Flooring manufactures 3/4 unfinished, Classics Collection...

VPI. (Products & Literature).
May 1, 2003... VPI Offers Two-Millimeter Static Control Tile to US VPI announces ValuStat[TM], a two-millimeter solid vinyl static control tile for the domestic market. ValuStat[TM] offers cost conscious customers an option to VPI's classic 1/8" tile. ...

Award Hardwood floors. (Products & Literature).
May 1, 2003... Award Hardwood unveils new Master's Touch hardwood line The Master's Touch line meets the design and styling needs of consumers who desire wide-width rustic and antique flooring. The line includes three products: Antique Plank, Time Worn...

VPI. (Products & Literature).
May 1, 2003... VPI Introduces #160 Adhesive VPI's new #160 one-part, conductive acrylic, zero VOC, adhesive offers lower installation costs, excellent bond strength, soap and water clean up, requires no mixing, For "on" or "above grade" applications,...

Quick Step. (Products & Literature).
May 1, 2003... Quick-Step's Perspective 4 is the first Uniclic[R] glueless laminate plank with bevels on all four sides. The subtle grooves complement planks that are longer and more narrow than traditional laminate. Enhancing the natural look, Quick-Step's...

Product directory. (A-W).(directory of floor covering industry suppliers by product type)(Directory)
May 1, 2003... An alphabetical cross reference of all floor covering products and accessories and their manufacturers. ADDITIVES--Grouts, Mortars and Latex Amco Tool, Roanoke Companies Bolardi Products Corporation Bonsal American Bostik Findley...

Manufacturers. (A-C).(directory of floor covering manufacturers)(Directory)
May 1, 2003... The manufacturers in this section are those from whom we have received forms. This list is by no means all of the manufacturers in our industry and should not be interpreted as such. If you are a manufacturer and would like to be listed in...

Manufacturers. (D-G).(directory of floor covering manufacturers)(Directory)
May 1, 2003... D D.K. HEATING SYSTEMS, 587 N. Edgewood Ave., Wood Dale, IL 60191 (800) 959-9276 Fax: (630) 787-0572 E-Mail Address/URL: dkheatingsy@aol.com or www.dkheating.com Gen. Mgr.: Benjamin Abraham. Cust. Serv. Rep.: Tamara Janik. DAILY...

Manufacturers. (H-O).(Directory)
May 1, 2003... HACKER INDUSTRIES, INC., 3-CEMENTITIOUS UNDERLAYMENTS, 23 Corporate Plaza, Ste. 200, Newport Beach, CA 92660 (949) 729-3101; (800) 642-3455 Fax: (949) 729-3108; (800) 906-8548 E-Mail Address/URL: info@hackerindustries.com or...

Manufacturers. (P-Z).(directory of floor covering manufacturers)(Directory)
May 1, 2003... P PACIFICREST MILLS, 1711 Red Hill Ave., Irvine, CA 92614 (800) 522-8838; (949) 474-5343 Fax: (949) 222-0748 E-Mail Address/URL: lppcm@aol.com or www.paciflcrest.com President: Andrea Greenlean. V.P. Marketing: Larry Pope. V.P. Sales:...

Distributors. (Alabama-Florida).(directory of floor covering distributors)(Directory)
May 1, 2003... Editor's note: Main branches with multiple locations in different states are noted with (*); branch offices are noted with (+). All main locations with only branches in the same state have no notations. The distributors in this section are...

Distributors. (Georgia-Montana).(directory of floor covering distributors )(Directory)
May 1, 2003... GEORGIA ATLANTA WOOD PRODUCTS CENTER-- Marbleton: 5400 Riverview Rd. S.E. 30126 (404) 792-0910; (800) 964-7804 Fax: (404) 799-2079. Gen. Mgr.: John Beiderman. Products: Boen, Cumberland, DeSoto, Gammapar, Mullican, Peace, Powermail,...

Distributors. (Nebraska-Oregon).(directory of floor covering distributors)(Directory)
May 1, 2003... NEBRASKA * CUBS DISTRIBUTING, INC.--Lincoln: 3333 N. 20th., P.O. Box 81829 68521 (402) 477-4411 Fax: (402)477-4078. Pres.: Henry G. Wassenberg. Omaha: 8505 K St 68127(402) 592-0113. Sales Mgr.: Thomas A Wassenberg. Products: Accuply,...

Distributors. (Pennsylvania-Wisconsin).(floor covering distributors directory)(Directory)
May 1, 2003... PENNSYLVANIA * ALL FLOOR SUPPLIES--Pittsburgh: 1522 Preble Ave. 15233 (412) 321-6422 Fax: (412) 321-6427. Sales Mgr.: Jim Kups. Products: Amco Tools, American Non-Slip, American Safety Razor, Arrow Fastener, Bengard, Capitol Adhesives,...

Sales agents. (Arizona-Wisconsin).(Directory)
May 1, 2003... The sales agents in this section are those from whom we have received forms or who have been identified by manufacturers in our industry. If you are a sales agent and would like to be listed in our directory next year, please let us know. ...

Retail buying Groups/Franchises. (A-T).(Directory)
May 1, 2003... The Retail Buying Groups and Franchises in this section responded to a special questionnaire. This by no means represents all of the industry's buying groups and should not be interpreted as such. If you are a Buying Group of Franchise...

Associations/Markets. (A-W).(Directory)
May 1, 2003... ALLIANCE FOR FLEXIBLE POLYURETHANE FOAM 1300 Wilson Blvd., Arlington, VA 22209 (800) 696-AFPF Fax: (703) 741-5655 info@atpf.com; www.afpf.com; Neeva-Gayle Candelori AMERICAN FLOORCOVERING ALLIANCE 210 W. Cuyler St., Dalton, GA...

Installation & Technical Training Schools.(Directory)
May 1, 2003... The installation and technical training schools in this section are those from whom we received information or were otherwise able to identify. This list by no means includes all installation and technical training schools and should not be...

Certified floor covering inspection services. (Arizona-Washington).(Directory)
May 1, 2003... Following are paid listings of Certified Floor Covering Inspection Services individuals/firms. This list is by no means all of the certified floor covering inspection firms in our industry and should not be interpreted that way. If you are a...