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Continental Installers Do It Again!

Our skilled commercial installers work across the country on a daily basis changing the face of flooring in buildings of all shapes and sizes. Several times a year we have a competition so our installers can display their artistry. Our recent winners are: 1st place – Baton Rouge Libraries — Interface carpet tile and Amtico […]

The Top 20 Reasons to Buy From Continental Flooring

Continental Flooring Company has been serving government and public sector agencies worldwide for more than 37 years. We are known for quality products, mill-direct delivery and great customer service. Our relationship with a variety of manufacturers means you will be able to purchase the products you need for all your maintenance and project requirements…carpeting, resilient […]

Look Down… Floor Mats Matter!

Thousands of years ago, the floor mat was born. Originally made from braided plant fibers, today’s mats are quite evolved to say the least! The basis for most all mats these days is highly engineered rubber and fabric.  The value of rubber mat material dates back to Mesoamerica where rubber was being cured for use […]

Continental’s “The 12 Little Known Flooring Facts” of Christmas

Happy Holidays from Continental Flooring! Surfing the Internet brings lots of fun facts about all kinds of flooring. In honor of the 12 days of Christmas, we have 12 little known flooring facts we’d like to share! 1. The term “carpet” derives from the Latin carpere, “to pluck,” probably because carpets were made from unraveled “plucked” […]

Armstrong Calla

When acoustic ceilings were first developed in the 1960s, the primary goal was to create a barrier for sound. There were hardly “attractive” or architecturally appealing options. These ceilings were built for functionality and not much more. Today, things are very different. Armstrong Ceilings has introduced several lines acoustic ceiling tile, like Armstrong Calla, that […]

Marazzi Wood Grain Tile

In 1935, the Marazzi family started manufacturing ceramic tile in Sassuolo, Italy. What began as craft-based production of raw clay, morphed into a state-of-the art facility with cutting edge technology that would evolve into the most significant tile manufacturing center in the world. Today, Marazzi’s vast experience and constant innovation make them a major international […]

Installations and Transformations – Getting it Done Right!

Installing floors can be a complex process. It takes a skilled installer to recognize problems before they occur, and to visualize the transformation of an existing subfloor.  Each product has its own unique requirements so it’s important your installer completely understands the product and how it reacts to the environment.  Looking below the surface is […]

Tarr Rating

Choosing the right commercial carpet can be overwhelming. There are so many carpets to consider that customers often don’t know where to start. Luckily, the Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) has developed a rating system to assist buyers in making the right choice when purchasing carpet. Texture Appearance Retention Ratings (TARR) help determine the right […]

Armstrong’s LinoArt™ Collection Brings Distinctive Design to Linoleum

By its very nature, linoleum is a “green” product. Linoleum flooring is constructed from a combination of natural materials including linseed oil, recycled wood flour, cork dust and limestone. It’s naturally anti-bacterial and biodegradable and can be used in countless kinds of installations. Armstrong is making linoleum cool again with the impressive LinoArt™ Collection, which […]