Flooring installers, retailers and distributors from all over the country gathered at this year’s International Certified Installers (CFI) Convention to compete in the Southeast Regional Installation competition, participate in education sessions, demo new products and connect with colleagues.

Floor Trends recently caught up with Real Floors Inc. CEO Adam Brookner, President Matt Gilbreth and Chief Customer Officer Lyn Jacobs to learn more about what’s in store for the merged venture and their outlook on the multifamily market.

Organized by Cersaie and Assoposa, the National Association of Ceramic Tile Layers and Installation Companies, Tiling Town will host tile installation demos and technical seminars that qualify for free training credits.

This first event had two installers competing in the wood category and four in the carpet category.

The Floor Covering Education Foundation (FCEF) welcomes a new partnership with Sika-DriTac that will help support technical college programs across the nation. Sika-DriTac has committed to providing supplies and assisting with training demonstrations for FCEF programs.  

This year’s bumper edition of The Flooring Show is jam-packed with onsite features for you and your colleagues to enjoy. Discover features that encompass education, discovery, competition and even the celebration of 60 years of flooring over the course of this three-day event.

It’s that time of year and the clock is ticking! Floor Covering Installer presents the ninth annual FCI Installation Awards honoring the most professional and creative flooring installation in both residential and commercial settings.

The Dixie Group (TDG) has recently donated their first $50,000 and will continue to support FCEF with financial contributions. 

The Floor Covering Education Foundation (FCEF) just returned from the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) Annual Convention in Austin, Texas where it represented the flooring industry as a potential career option.