By Matthew Spieler

Last fall, the state of California passed the Carpet Product Stewardship Act, otherwise known as AB 2398 and, since then, the industry has been scrambling to make sure everyone in the selling chain is up to speed on what the bill means and how it... more

(LAS VEGAS, NV—MARCH 15, 2011)—For its first time in Las Vegas, a month earlier than past shows, Coverings 2011 concluded day one with promise of being a smash hit. More than 1,000 exhibitors were on the show floor that was crowded with attendees—proof positive that Coverings is... more

LAS VEGAS—A designer’s vision for using tile and stone in a project is only as good as the installer’s workmanship. That industry axiom will be well illustrated during Coverings 2011, March 14 to 17, at the Sands Expo and Convention Center here with the presentation of... more

DALTON, GA, March 7, 2011—For the first time since October 2005, Karastan is participating in the High Point Market. Karastan will be showing its entire Karastan Rugs line, including Studio by Karastan, as well as Mohawk Select at the spring market, which runs... more

ATLANTA—Nearly 300 people came out for the 11th annual Dalton/Whitfield Legislative Appreciation Reception last month... more

SHANGHAI, CHINA—Anyone interested in learning about the growing flooring demand in Asia; the differences in channels— Europe vs. U.S. vs. Asia—environmental and legal issues affecting the industry, including an update on the ITC investigation; the growing pressure, opportunities and influence of... more

ORLANDO, FLA.—Working together has never been more important in light of the U.S. economy slowly coming out of its worst recession in 70 years and a new type of younger, more interactive consumer emerging in the marketplace. “Unity: Connect for Success” was the central message... more

LAS VEGAS—Options abound for distributors and retailers when it comes to the lineup of conference sessions at Coverings 2011. The international tile and stone show, scheduled for March 14 to 17 at the Sands Expo and Convention Center here, is offering a schedule of more than 70 seminar sessions with nearly half... more

Who were the biggest winners at Surfaces? It had to be Curt and Peggy Reiser, owners of The Floor Guys of Eitzen, Minn., who left Las Vegas with a 2011 Chevrolet Camaro by virtue of winning Midwest distributor All-Tile’s Driveaway drawing... more

LAS VEGAS NV, February 22, 2011 – Beaulieu of America, the largest exhibitor at the largest floor covering event in America, hosted a consumer press luncheon for Surfaces and the World Floor Covering Association at Mandalay Bay Resort Hotel in Las Vegas. On hand representing Beaulieu were several... more