Despite the absence of some major industry players -- such as Shaw, Mohawk, Armstrong and Congoleum -- the Surfaces 2004 show in Las Vegas included a broad range of companies spotlighting ceramic products, exotic woods, bamboos and other hard-surface options. Traffic was down from previous editions of the show with 925 companies exhibiting and total attendance exceeding 36,000, according to Surfaces organizer Hanley-Wood.
Each new year brings new challenges to the floor covering industry. With that fact in mind, Surfaces 2004 organizer Hanley-Wood is assembling experts from across the spectrum to offer their experience on timely topics including consolidation, consumer awareness, the effect of Big-Box merchandisers and installer recruitment.
With more than 900 exhibiting companies slated to attend the 2004 edition of the flooring industry's biggest trade show extravaganza, Surfaces is shaping up as a can't-miss event.
The Atlanta International Area Rug Market featuring the National Oriental Rug Show will take place Jan. 15-18. The event promises a full complement of exhibitors, showrooms and booths showcasing the latest in area rug fashion and functionality.
Based on responses drawn from several leading flooring manufacturers, one could confidently conclude that natural looks are still a styling trend to be reckoned with in the resilient market.
The National Wood Flooring Association’s (NWFA) Floor of the Year awards give its members a chance to strut their stuff. This annual industry event hosted at the association’s convention and trade show showcases members’ talents in unique, skilled and elaborate installations from all over the world.
Whether the cause is due to international conflicts and health scares keeping people indoors to beautify their homes, or some of the lowest interest rates in years making new homes more affordable, sales in residential furnishings and flooring continue to rise.
AmericasMart Atlanta will host the Atlanta International Area Rug Market, July 13-16. This summer showcase provides more than 140 exhibitors with the chance to display their latest area rug collections and accessories, and gives buyers a chance to see what’s going to be arriving in showrooms.
