Nobody, but nobody, anticipated that a new carpet mill would materialize in the midst of an elongated and hollow recovery, let alone watch it become the third largest carpet producer in the country.
Floor Trends took some time to talk to retailers about how business and results were mixed. These retailers also shared how they reach out to current and prospective customers, and how showrooms can be reflective of the type of business they strive to be known for.
During the Great Recession, thousands of flooring retailers failed to survive the financial debacle as new construction business declined with the housing crash and consumer remodel budgets dried up.
As an organization, Starnet focuses on creating strong partnerships between Starnet members and the network of Preferred Vendor Partners who work with them year after year.
Over the last several years, distressed looks—which mimic the aesthetic and feel of certain natural materials including wood, stone, cement and concrete—have become some of the most popular items in the market.
