Preverco rolls out the Information Center, a retail merchandising display that brings Preverco's hardwood flooring to life through the use of integrated lighting. The "dazzling presentation" is furthered by hardwood floor boards mounted on movable panels alongside illustrated room scenes, the company says. The Information Center can hold up to 78 samples.

Tau Ceramica introduces the Hudson series, part of the Empire collection. Hudson is a through-body enameled porcelain stoneware inspired by Saturina stone. The tile is offered in 18-by-18 and 24-by-24 inches in Arena, Marfil, Gold and Noce colors. The product features shade variations, ensuring that each tile is unique, Tau says.

The Natural Fuego series is the newest addition to Roca's Rock & Rock collection. The natural finish porcelain stoneware is available in 13-by-21 1/4 inches, and is complemented by 21 1/4-by-21 1/4-inch accents, decorative pieces, mosaics and listelos. Natural Fuego is offered in the colors of Antracite, Bambu, Fuego and Grafito.

The new Pergo Vintage Home Traditional Strip Collection features micro-beveled edges and narrow-width planks in three different lengths (15.8", 32.1" and 48.4"). The laminate flooring is offered in six decors - Lancaster, Northampton Oak and Wynwood Oaks; Bradstreet Maple; and Beacon Hill and Windham Cherries.

Mohawk has added 3M Scotchgard Advanced Repel Technology, an exclusive stain protection, to its hardwood floors. The technology is engineered for superior stain resistance and easier glue cleanup after installation. The proprietary additive is an integral part of the hardwood manufacturing process and lasts for the life of the finish, Mohawk says. The Scotchgard protection is offered on select solid and engineered wood products.

Mirage/Boa-Franc now offers Nanolinx, an exclusive finish incorporating breakthrough nanotechnology. The Nanolinx finish results in higher durability a superior wear resistance, according to Mirage. In addition, the finish is designed to bring out the character of the flooring's natural wood grain.

The Anso Visions carpet collection from Shaw offers a comprehensive selection of 28 styles from luxurious cut pile textures and cables to subtle cut-and-loop patterns. The collection showcases jewel and Berber tones, and features Anso Caress nylon. Anso Vision also incorporates Shaw's patented R2x stain and soil system and its SoftBac Platinum backing.

Columbia Flooring has enhanced its Echo Palisades laminate flooring collection with Castille Clic, a distinctive, hand-sculpted laminate plank product. Castille Clic uses Columbia's proprietary SculpTex technology, which ensures that the laminate features an intricate, embossed texture and subtly sculpted edges and ends, Columbia says. The laminate plank is available in oak and hickory finishes.

Max Windsor Floors has expanded its solid hardwood flooring line with four distressed designs. Available in Autumn Maple, Midnight Maple, Southern Maple and Cherry, these floors feature distinctive distressing for Old World charm and character, the company says. Each plank is topped with 10 coats of UV-cured aluminum oxide for a long-lasting, beautiful finish.

Modern Carpet Tools Ltd. introduces Concord 2000 capret seam tape, a patented, premium-quality, 3-inch carpet tape designed to eliminate seam hinging. Flat steel bars are spaced every 4 inches throughout the roll. The tape is smokeless and odorless, according to the company.