The area will host technical seminars on large ceramic slab installation, aimed at architects and designers. Each one will be a two-hour, practical demonstration in a fully functional installation workshop. 

The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) has partnered with Mapei to host a free webinar on "5 Tips to Save Time & Money for Tile/Stone Installation," taking place Tuesday, August 15 at 1:00 p.m. (CDT). 

Shaw Contract unveils StudioOne, a customized and curated suite of design services. StudioOne provides expert guidance—both in-person and virtual—from inspiration and DIY design tools to one-on-one design support.

A new study reveals a high demand for home improvements across the East Coast. New Jersey was the state spending the most on home improvements, totaling 5.1% of the median household income.  

Headquartered in New Jersey and founded in 2020, Aperion Surfaces is available in over 250 flooring stores throughout the U.S. including three of the top 10 privately owned retailers in the country. Aperion offers products and services to the multifamily, commercial, and retail markets. 

As part of a leadership development program, leaders at Beauflor participated in a sustainability cleanup project at Red Top Mountain State Park in Acworth, Georgia. 

Cyncly launches RFMS Next initiative to deliver complete cloud business management software to the flooring industry.

The retailer cites lower spending by consumers and pro customers along with low brand awareness for the second-quarter sales decreases. 

On August 8, 1988, Novalis shipped its first container of luxury vinyl tile to the United States from China. Novalis founder Dr. Z.L. Wu sought to create a durable, versatile flooring option and began the research and development of sustainable luxury vinyl tile. 

Informa's Paul Treanor and Beth Miller, managing editor, Floor Covering Installer, will discuss the importance of growing the National Installer of the Year Competition on the Floor Academy Podcast airing August 30.