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Washington, D.C.—Sales of new homes rose unexpectedly in July, following significant revisions in the previous months’ data, according to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB). Sales of newly built, single-family homes in July rose 10.6% to a 739,000...

(The retail community is counting down the days until Mohawk’s Edge Summit takes place this winter. As such, we’ve tapped several retailers, large and small, to explain what they’re looking forward to most.) Reason to attend: Networking Craig Phillips President/CEO...

Washington, D.C.—A lack of resale homes and pent-up demand more than offset high mortgage rates and contributed to solid single-family permit growth across nearly all geographic regions in the second quarter. However, multifamily construction permit activity continued...

Jackson, Miss.—The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) has appointed Jeremy Sax as the new deputy director. With over 26 years of extensive experience in the tile industry, Sax is said to bring a wealth of knowledge and strategic expertise to the...

Dalton—Inspired by light’s ability to convey radiant energy and momentum, EF Contract has expanded its portfolio with the Dramatic Works collection—designed to illuminate and elevate the ambiance of contemporary interiors. Combining the performance attributes of hard...

It has been quite the roller-coaster ride for The Dixie Group over the last few years. Upended by the Stainmaster exit, TDG weathered some difficult quarters before turning in a positive Q2 2024, with income of $700,000 vs. a loss of $1.6 million in the prior-year...

Flooring retailers are entering the final four months of a Presidential election year mostly pleased with how the first eight months played out—albeit with the understanding that the toughest stretch is yet to come. While the general consensus is that many dealers are...

(Part one in a series.) Recently I was sharing a cab with a client on my way to speak at a conference. He turned to me and said that he was interested to hear what I had to say about the state of the U.S. labor market. When I asked him what specifically he was hoping...

Dalton—The World Floor Covering Association (WFCA) released a new “Tuesday Tips” this week. In the series, WFCA experts presents short video tips for improving customer service and optimizing staff performance. In the end, it’s all about understanding the importance...

St. Louis, Mo.—Showroom Pricing, a leader in advanced QR code solutions designed specifically for the flooring industry, announced its upcoming feature in the documentary series “Viewpoint with Dennis Quaid.” This educational segment, which is set to highlight...

Meridian, Idaho—Intermountain Wood Flooring, a premier distributor of flooring products, has added the Neptune brand to its product offerings. Intermountain will introduce Neptune’s Freedom and Valor luxury vinyl floor collections, with over 200 retail displays set to...

Atlanta, Ga.—Interface, Inc., a global flooring solutions company that focuses on sustainability, has launched two new carpet tile styles—Knitstitch and Breakout. These introductions feature dynamic patterns, including a classic woven aesthetic and a geometric grid...