Builder confidence increased to 46 in November, marking the third consecutive monthly gain. While optimism grows over potential Republican regulatory relief, challenges persist, including labor shortages, lot availability, and elevated material prices. Price cuts remained steady at 31% of builders, with average reductions of 5%.
In a challenge brought by Bissell Homecare, Inc., BBB National Programs’ National Advertising Division recommended that SharkNinja Operating, LLC discontinue the claim “The Best Deep Carpet Cleaning Among Full-Sized Deep Carpet Cleaners** Based on ASTM F2828 vs. full-sized carpet cleaners above 14 lbs.”
The World Floor Covering Association (WFCA) has released an analysis of potential policy changes the floorcovering industry could anticipate with President-Elect Donald Trump's new Administration.
At this year's BDNY show, Obeetee displayed its Terra Collection, showcasing a blend of timeless traditional techniques with a contemporary design sensibility. Additionally, the company offers hospitality clients an end-to-end, collaborative product development experience.
Women in the Floorcovering Industry (WIFI) continues its professional development initiative with an upcoming virtual session focused on innovative networking strategies.
Three flooring distributors and a coatings solutions company announce the promotion and addition of new team members. Read on for Floor Trends & Installation's round-up of recent arrivals and changes in flooring sales and business.
Decocer, specializing in the design and manufacturing of custom small-format tiles, has launched a new website, decocer.com, featuring a refreshed design aligned with its new brand image, enhancing its values and customer interaction.
Discover Fame Hardwood's American Heart Pine collection, launching at WestEdge Design 2025 in collaboration with AD100 designers Pierce + Ward. This sustainable hardwood flooring line features premium American Heart Pine sourced from responsibly managed forests, combining classic and modern finishes.
Boost Expression by Atlas Concorde and Elisa Ossino, a Sicilian-born architect and interior designer, is a new line of wall coverings and decors that offer a contemporary and elegant design solution.