Articles by Tanja Kern

While America's neighborhoods have become seas of pristine white houses designed for maximum resale value, a colorful rebellion is happening right under our feet. Manufacturers are increasingly offering bolder, more vibrant flooring options that challenge the notion that our homes must sacrifice personality for investment potential.

Three major carpet brands—Anderson Tuftex, The Dixie Group, and Karastan—are transforming the luxury flooring market with expansive color palettes, custom dyeing services, and sustainable materials aimed at design-conscious consumers seeking personalization in their homes.

Vives, a family-owned Spanish tile company since 1957, brings European design trends to the North American market. From Cevisama 2025 in Valencia, Spain, Jose Ruiz-Roscigno discusses sustainable manufacturing practices, 2025 tile trends, and educating architects and contractors on proper installation techniques. 

With Chinese import tariffs jumping to 45%, North American manufacturers are betting big on domestic production. Discover how digital printing technology, sustainable materials, and evolving retail strategies are reshaping the resilient flooring landscape. 

BuildDirect expands its Pro Center network with the acquisition of Orlando-based Anchor Flooring and Yorkshore Sales, strengthening its distribution capabilities in the southeastern U.S. and enhancing services for professional contractors.

Milwaukee's Ascent, the world's tallest mass timber building, faced a critical flooring challenge when carpet suppliers couldn't deliver. The solution? Custom-printed carpet tiles that not only matched design specifications but improved moisture control.

Cyncly's new cloud-enabled platform helps designers streamline workflows and enhance client collaboration while boosting sales and business performance.

Sandra Soraci, Tarkett North America's healthcare segment strategy director, discusses how modern flooring combines aesthetics with infection control while addressing sustainability concerns and installation efficiency in healthcare settings.

The Fuse Alliance 2025 Annual Conference in Orlando attracted nearly 500 attendees, including many first-timers. Under the theme "Innovate to Elevate," the event featured keynotes on leadership, economic outlook, and difficult conversations while emphasizing AI applications, sustainability, and creating a welcoming community for flooring professionals.

Swedish wood products innovator Bjelin announces major restructuring with seven companies now unified under Bjelin Group, appointing Fredrik Alfredsson as CEO to drive expansion in commercial sectors worldwide. Plus: learn more about Bjelin's innovative new Nadura flooring.