The world has changed since the pandemic began a couple of years ago. Supply chain issues, tariffs, and worker shortages have affected floor covering manufacturing worldwide. Increasingly, buyers have been turning to American-made high-quality flooring products to improve shipping times. There are no tariffs to contend with, which could also create a higher degree of […]
Patcraft/Shaw – Recycled Carpet Makes the Old New Recycled flooring products have become an important part of the business. We are all aware or diminishing resources and recycled flooring can help leave a smaller carbon footprint by reducing the amount of virgin materials that need to be extracted for manufacturing (and thus the amount of […]
As we begin to transition out of the pandemic, the healthcare flooring focus remains on infection control and clean, safe environments. Stopping infection and controlling Hospital Acquired Infections (HAIs) can start on the floor. Hospital staff is hyper aware of everything around them, and under foot. Hospital buyers know patients are anxious and in addition […]
The American Rescue Plan (ARP) Act of 2021, Public Law 117-2, was enacted on March 11, 2021. The ARP Act provides additional funding for school districts to respond to the COVID-19 Pandemic. The Education portion of ARP is known as the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Funds (ESSER III or ARP ESSER). According to […]
The world of commercial carpet is changing at a rapid rate. New commercial carpet products and carpet solutions make for a massive selection of options for every type of facility. If you’re considering carpet for your facility, it’s important to choose the right product for your application. According to the Carpet Buyers Handbook, “synthetic fibers […]
Continental has always kept up with the latest trends in flooring and we are excited to announce the launch of the CFC Online Shop. Designed to accommodate agencies nationwide, this Online Shop will streamline government purchasing of floor and ceiling products. “We want to provide a service that makes it even easier for our government […]
Continental Flooring keeps pace with all the latest and greatest on the floor covering scene. Luxury vinyl tile is one of the most popular surfaces on the market today. Recently, Armstrong launched multiple new lines of LVT. Biome Luxury Vinyl Tile Biome emphasizes the luxury of wood patterns, unique graining and earthy brown tones represented […]
Outdoor entrances can present serious safety problems for any commercial building or facility. Moisture, dirt, and debris can accumulate near doors creating slippery walking surfaces. Entrances can become even more dangerous when stairs are involved, upping the chances of accidental trips and falls. There are a number of solutions to increase traction, make surfaces more […]
Considering vinyl for your project? You may want to consider a contemporary and eco-friendly alternative with the benefits of a soft surface flooring and the performance of a hard-surface product. Well known in the boating community as vessel flooring, woven vinyl flooring is making waves on the commercial scene and offers a unique combination of […]
The supply chain challenges are hitting industries worldwide, and floor and ceiling coverings are no exception. Freight slowdowns and unpredictable import deliveries are causing shortages and delays. This trend is pushing buyers back to basics… Buy American. “Made in the USA” is an appealing label in today’s tumultuous economy. Domestic production is up for manufacturers […]
