Taking a page from today’s do-it-yourself design move- ment, this modular carpet collection, State of Mind, encourages custom layering of four patterns and
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s with any material or product related to the construction industry, flooring manufacturers have seen their marketshare shrink during the
economic downturn. However, they also have reason to be optimistic as signs of a recovery begin to surface. During the worst of the downturn, many manufacturers took the time to evolve their products and manufactur- ing processes, achieve certification labels and educate their installers to ensure their segment gains the most traction as the economy improves. The carpet, wood, resilient flooring and polished concrete segments have much to share about the benefits of their respective flooring types and what their industries have done to gain marketshare in the coming months.
Carpet As the recession continues and manufacturing and other jobs make their way overseas, the carpet industry has plenty to boast about. “Ninety-eight percent plus of all the carpet sold in the U.S. is made right here in the U.S.,” explains Werner Braun, president of the Dalton, Ga.-based Carpet and Rug Institute, which represents manufacturers; associate manufacturers who produce carpet fiber, backing and glue; and associates, like car- pet cleaners and installers. “About 85 percent of all the carpet made in the U.S. is made in Georgia and almost all the rest is made in California. It’s a U.S.-centric indus- try and we hope to keep it that way.” U.S. carpet manufacturers are taking advantage of
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