FLOORtalk

John Simonson, president, Flooring Web Solutions, discusses the recent changes to Google’s search algorithm for mobile devices

Posted: May 11, 2015

Kjell Nymark, Precision Wood Flooring Services, Coquitlam, British Columbia, from the National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) Wood Flooring Expo in St. Louis, discusses the customers his firm works for and the changing demands being placed on the contractor. Nymark also talks about the abundance of Chinese wood in the northwest and the impact that the “60-Minutes” Lumber Liquidator’s piece has had on consumer perceptions.

Posted: May 8, 2015

Bart Bettiga, executive director, National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA), from Coverings, talks about the growth the show has enjoyed in 2015, the increase in distributor attendance and the state of the installation segment of the industry. Bettiga also discusses the efforts to better educate young people to the advantages of a career in the industry.

Posted: May 7, 2015

Brian Quinn, hardwood business manager, Merle B. Smith, Co., Elk Grove Village, Ill., from the National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) Expo in St. Louis, discusses business levels the distributor has experienced, and the educational function served by distributors.

Posted: May 6, 2015

Mike Boyd, sales manager, Dalton Carpet One, Athens, Ga., from the National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) Expo in St. Louis, talks about his management technique, how he conducts regular sales and product knowledge meetings as well as sessions that educate salespeople in installation and the use of technology.

Posted: May 5, 2015

Mike Boyd, sales manager, Dalton Carpet One, Athens, Ga., from the National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) Expo in St. Louis, talks about his management technique, how he conducts regular sales and product knowledge meetings as well as sessions that educate sales people in installation and the use of technology.

Posted: May 4, 2015

Donato Pompo, Ceramic Tile and Stone Consultants, from Coverings, talks about the innovations taking place within the industry including the large format, thin tiles and the savings it presents in lower material and shipping costs.

Posted: May 1, 2015

Mike Chmielecki, editor, Floor Covering Installer (FCI), senior editor, Floor Trends, looks back at Coverings, its turnout and mood as well as its exhibitors and the venue. Chmielecki also talks about the educational opportunities and the new products introduced at the show.

Posted: April 30, 2015

Mike Chmielecki, editor, Floor Covering Installer (FCI), senior editor, Floor Trends, looks back at Coverings, its turnout and mood as well as its exhibitors and the venue. Chmielecki also talks about the educational opportunities and the new products introduced at the show.

Posted: April 29, 2015

Mike Chmielecki, editor, Floor Covering Installer (FCI), senior editor, Floor Trends, looks back at Coverings, its turnout and mood as well as its exhibitors and the venue. Chmielecki also talks about the educational opportunities and the new products introduced at the show.

Posted: April 28, 2015