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Single-family construction slows
The big jump in single-family home building activity that occurred in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic in large metro outlying counties and exurban areas has shown a marked decline over the past 12 months, according to the latest findings from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Home Building Geography Index (HBGI) for the third quarter of 2022. Read More
A SEASON OF CHANGE, 2022 FALL CERAMIC TRENDS
As the days become shorter and the cool nights trickle in, Mother Nature makes her chilly presence known with a change in season. And just as the outside world begins its cozy transition, we see a similar shift in the colors, textures and details used to decorate interior spaces. Read More
Engineered Wood Flooring Imports Grew 22% in First 9 Months of '22
Year-to-date through September, U.S. imports of engineered wood flooring have grown by more than 22% in value to more than $1 billion and by more than 19% in volume to over 600 million square feet, reports the Decorative Hardwoods Association. Read More
Industrial Flooring Global Market Report 2022
The global industrial flooring market is expected to grow from $6.26 billion in 2021 to $6.91 billion in 2022 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 10.3%. The industrial flooring market is expected to grow to $9.08 billion in 2026 at a CAGR of 7.1%. Read More
Uncovering the true promise of waterproof
Consumers now automatically assume their floors will be waterproof, given the constant upgrades in quality and technological innovations in the industry. With the expectation that this flooring will be durable and remain intact under any spill or splash, it’s imperative that RSAs specify the true promise of waterproof-branded products and what is warrantied. Read More