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The World Floor Covering Association (WFCA) and the Certified Flooring Installers (CFI) have acquired a signed letter of intent to purchase the assets of the Natural Fiber Installers Certification Inc., (NFIC). This strategic move is designed to enhance the...

Fed rate cuts are expected in September. The Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates for the first time in two and half years when the board meets in September—a move that flooring dealers say would be an important first step in stimulating demand for...

New Orleans—NAFCD will host its popular UID In-a-Day on Tuesday, October 22. These courses will occur during the first day of the 2024 NAFCD Annual Convention taking place here. Through this one-day workshop, managers in distribution and supply can learn how to hone...

Clemson, S.C.—Tile Council of North America (TCNA) announced that Richard Eppler has been recognized with the Frank W. Reinhart Award—an award presented for outstanding and unusual contributions to the ASTM Society in the area of terminology standardization—for 50...

Livonia, Mich.—Virginia Tile has expanded its distribution partnership with American Olean, now extending coverage of their full product lines across Illinois, Minnesota, Wisconsin and Iowa. In addition, Virginia Tile is broadening its reach by offering dual...

San Diego, Calif.—Cali announced a 20th anniversary sale, offering 20% off all products from August 15-19. Partners and customers are invited to join in marking two decades of innovation and authentic California design. “This team has seen so much evolution over what...

Denver, Colo.—Taylor Murphy has been appointed the vice president of operations at Footprints Floors. Murphy is said to bring a wealth of experience and a track record of excellence to his role. With an extensive background in accounting and operations, Murphy’s...

Dallas, Texas—Marazzi, a leading tile brand, has recently launched two brand-new collections as well as a size extension for one of its existing collections. All collections are made in the USA. “In designing Marazzi’s newest tile offerings, our team was keenly...

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...

(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/lead generation Brett Bentz...

(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: Education seminars Aaron Johnson...

Washington, D.C.—Tile Council of North America (TCNA) has been selected by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to receive $2.2 million in grant funding to reduce embodied carbon emissions in construction materials and products. In support of the Inflation...