Sherwin-Williams High Performance Flooring seamless flooring systems can endure heavy traffic caused by automated machinery and forklifts, are highly resistant to abrasion and chemicals and offer non-slip protection, reducing the risk of trips and falls. With a focus on aesthetics, the solutions include light-reflective or single-color systems, elevating the overall appearance of the facility. FasTop […]

Installing flooring is hard! I don’t know if anyone ever said it would be easy, but I can now officially say it is indeed one of the most difficult things I’ve ever done. On August 21 and 22, 2024, I attended the International Certified Flooring Installers (CFI) Association LVP, Laminate, and Hardwood Technical Certification at […]

On my latest trip to Walmart, I couldn’t help but stop in the clothing section and was so surprised by all the new fall items! You know I love a good cozy piece, and Walmart has seriously upped their fashion game this season. From layering essentials to accessories that add the perfect touch of style, […]

LL Flooring, formerly known as Lumber Liquidators, is going out of business after the company failed to find a buyer to rescue the 30-year-old flooring retailer. The company, which began as Lumber Liquidators in 1993, said it would hold closing sales at its roughly 200 remaining retail locations as the company moves to shutter them over […]

“Skinny Shaker” or “Slim Shaker” are slab door styles with outside corner molding framing the door. Cabinet dealers have coined the names Skinny Shaker and Slim Shaker for this door style that has become very popular over the last 12 months. First introduced by Fabuwood and some of the less expensive semi-custom cabinet brands, Skinny […]

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 its slide downward across the board to start 2024. Meanwhile, single-family and multifamily construction both exhibited strong growth in […]

A few weekends ago, Mark and I went back to St. Simons for a little getaway. We love going to St. Simons and any excuse will do. We really want to go back and stay a week next time to really have time to relax and enjoy the island. This time we stayed in a […]

Four flooring industry veterans have launched a new company, East Paragon Flooring, to deliver a luxury collection of waterproof hard surface floors to the North American market. Don Finkell, Carr Newton, and Jesse Xia launched the company, which is based in Rocky Face, Georgia, and Emily Finkell is consulting. The team has more than 100 years […]

The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) officially opened online registration and housing today for the 2025 NAHB International Builders’ Show (IBS), the largest annual light construction trade show in the world. IBS will take place at the Las Vegas Convention Center, Feb. 25-27, where it will again co-locate with the National Kitchen & Bath […]

Welcome to another Home Style Saturday, where we are sharing some of our best posts with you, from styling an easy fall vignette, to free fall printable recipe cards, decorating with dried gourds, simple and budget friendly fall ideas, and a vintage home tour that you will love. We hope you enjoy all these shares […]

Couristan, a leading manufacturer, importer and distributor of area rugs, broadloom and custom carpets for the residential and hospitality markets, has announced the expansion of its leadership team with the hiring of Len Andolino as President. Andolino brings over three decades of sales, product development, strategic planning and merchandising initiative experience in the flooring covering […]

Wow Design, a specialist in the design and development of one-of-a-kind signature tiles, will be taking part in Cersaie, the international ceramic tile show in Bologna, Italy, September 23rd to 27th, with a new stand, designed by Summumstudio. The newly designed stand will allow visitors to discover Wow’s latest tile collections through interplay with light […]

Ten beautiful DIY fall decor and wreath tutorials! Use what you already have to create beautiful door decor arrangements for fall!  I’ve created SO many beautiful DIYs for our fall front doors and porches over the years, so I gathered them all to share here. This is a good mix of wreaths and floral-filled containers […]

Tarkett, a manufacturer of sustainable flooring and sports surface solutions, has been awarded a Platinum Medal by EcoVadis, placing it in the top 1% of over 130,000 companies assessed worldwide for sustainability practices. The company improved its score from 77 to 81/100, excelling in environment, ethics, sustainable procurement, and labor and human rights. Tarkett is […]

A chance encounter with a sleek, green matte kitchen design on a website sparked a transformation in the lives of David and Sara, a young couple living in a high-rise apartment in Downtown Chicago. They had been dreaming of a kitchen remodel that would modernize their space and infuse it with a unique, urban vibe […]

It’s time to get cosy, with our top rated heated towel rail list of 2024. Sick of stepping out of a steamy shower only to be greeted by a chilly towel? It’s time to upgrade your bathroom game with a heated towel rail. Not only will it keep your towels toasty warm, but it’ll also […]

The National Association of Floor Covering Technicians (NAFCT) and Unite Floor Training Alliance will host the Summit for Installation 2025, February 17-19 at the Dalton Convention Center in Dalton, Georgia. The Summit 2025 provides an opportunity for flooring installers, contractors, manufacturers, and suppliers, offering enriching educational sessions, and a dynamic trade show. We invite passionate […]

Construction spending slid 0.3 percent from June to July, pulled down by declines in private residential and nonresidential construction, according to an analysis of a new government report released by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials said their newly released workforce survey indicates the decreases are attributable in part to a shortage of […]

Go Carrera launches Jumpstart, a pioneering initiative designed to address the critical labor shortage in the flooring industry. Jumpstart is a program that connects aspiring installers with the training, certifications, and employment opportunities they need to thrive in their careers. This groundbreaking effort is poised to revolutionize the industry by ensuring that skilled labor is […]