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UNILIN increases wood flooring capacity with new production site in Czech Republic
Vyškov, Czech Republic, 17 October 2014 – UNILIN, part of the Mohawk Group, a leading global flooring manufacturer, announces the expansion of its production capacity for engineered wood floors. In response to an increasing demand, UNILIN is opening a state-of-the-art production site in Vyškov (Czech Republic). With this multimillion-euro investment,…
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GoodWeave Founder Wins Nobel Peace Prize
The Norwegian Nobel Committee has awarded the 2014 peace prize to Kailash Satyarthi and Malala Yousafzai, two individuals who have staked their lives on the belief that children, regardless of gender, geography, faith, caste or social circumstance, belong in classrooms. Kailash Satyarthi is the founder of the GoodWeave international rug…
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The ultimate underlay heavyweight packs a punch
The true champions of underlay performance, the rubber crumb Endura and Optima from the floorwise underlay collection, can now be installed with the double-stick method, making them the best performance minded option for demanding commercial environments. Offering the highest levels of recovery with excellent longevity thanks to the Ultra High…
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Floors magazine meets Mr Mark Cavendish with Quick-Step
Multiple stage winner at all three grand tours, former World road race champion and current UK Champion, winner of the Milan San Remo, two time victor of the Scheldeprijs Vlaanderen; the list of victories goes on and on for Mark Cavendish, whose palmares makes him one of the all-time greats…
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More density and more performance with floorwise
With improved Heavy Density Plus performance, floorwise has announced improvements to its popular Solo, Spirit and Lush recycled foam underlays. Now providing even better value pound for pound, these underlays are the perfect choice for homeowners wanting great comfort underfoot and a longer life from their carpet. For those looking…
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Solar helps build sustainable future for Wickes
A new Wickes store in Sutton is set to build a sustainable and profitable future after installing solar panels to generate its own green energy. The Travis Perkins Group, which owns Wickes, has had four solar PV systems installed across four buildings at newly built premises on the K2 Trade…
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Recofloor’s birthday parties attract new members
September was a fun month for the flooring industry as Recofloor’s 5th birthday was celebrated in style with cakes and goodies galore at distributor-hosted ‘parties’ across the UK. New members have already signed up to the UK’s award-winning national vinyl flooring recycling scheme as a result of the events, held…
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Gradus Welcomes Shoppers to St Johns
St Johns Shopping Centre is located in the heart of Liverpool’s City Centre and has over 100 shops, ranging from high street fashion retailers to more specialised stores. A sleek and safe entrance is now greeting shoppers and workers entering the building thanks to Gradus barrier matting, which is designed…
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Faster wage growth for private sector
Private sector wages are likely to rise faster than those in the public sector during the next 5 years, a report from the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) has found. The economic research body said that the pay gap between the public and private sectors has returned to pre-crisis levels.…
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Pergo performs at Sleep
With stunning laminate, wood and vinyl flooring bringing striking style to the hospitality sector, Pergo will be coming to Sleep for the very first time. Demonstrating how it’s flooring can provide seamless tailored performance to hotel receptions, lobbies, bathrooms and bedrooms, Pergo will open new horizons in flooring for hospitality…
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Academy for excellence in flooring powers up the Flooring Show
The Academy for Excellence in Flooring powered up the Flooring Show as it revealed its new identity and courses tuned to commercial and residential installers alike. More than just a new name and logo, the changes at the Academy revealed at the show underline the training and development centre’s ambition…
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Itec and Moduleo get their thing on at Sleep 2014
Visitors to this year’s Sleep exhibition will be able to see how resilient sheet flooring from Itec Contract Floors and luxury vinyl tiles from sister brand Moduleo, can bring an all-round flooring solution to their hospitality projects. Exhibiting at the event for the first time, both brands are backed by…
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The beauty of bespoke at Bailbrook House Hotel
One of the top hotels in the regency town of Bath, Bailbrook House Hotel, part of the award-winning Hand Picked Hotels collection of country house hotels, is now adorned with bespoke woven carpet from Wilton Carpets Commercial. Drawing on the updated classic designs of the Virtue collection, nearly 3000 square…
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A warranty to unite wool owners at the Flooring Show
Bringing details of WOW (Wool Owners Warranty) to the halls of Harrogate, The WoolSafe Organisation encouraged retailers to take part in the free after-care programme that offers homeowners a confidence inspiring way to protect their new investment. Backed by leading manufacturers, British Wool and Wools of New Zealand the warranty…
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Faded brilliance at 100% design
Louis de Poortere reaffirmed its standing as one of the most design-focused carpet and rug suppliers in Europe at this year’s 100%design exhibition, exhibiting its Fading World and Vintage rug collections, along with its stunning broadloom carpet series. With the New Vintage collection and the worn look of Fading World…
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Another jewel in the show crown
Crown Floors by Balta has enjoyed another successful Flooring Show, welcoming retailers from across the country keen to learn about its fabulous mix of on-trend carpets and powerful point-of-sale that is making it the brand to have. Showcasing new compact lecterns that display this year’s new Parkland, Wilton House and…
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Lano lights up the Flooring Show
Lano Carpets lit up the halls of Harrogate with one of the busiest stands of the show, as it brought retailers up to date with the latest developments and carpets to take them into 2015 and beyond. Revealing a colour update to its hugely successful Fairfield Creations collection of coordinated…
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Quick-Step scoops another industry award!
Leading wood, laminate and LVT manufacturer, Quick-Step has been awarded ‘Flooring Trader of the Year’ in the prestigious Timber Trade Journal Awards, now in its 18th year. Quick-Step has once again proved its status as a progressive manufacturer and innovator within the flooring sector, becoming recognised for its efforts to…
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Botanical bespoke beauty from Lano
The luxurious country retreat of Norton House Hotel and Spa, just 20 minutes from Edinburgh, is enjoying the striking design, appearance retention and durability of woven axminster carpet from Lano Flooring Solutions. Initially supplying carpet in the first phase to the function suite and in the second phase throughout the…
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Leather lux with a cork twist from Granorte
The luxury of leather and practicality of cork are married in perfect harmony with Corium leather flooring from Granorte. With a sound absorption layer made from cork, a core constructed from HDF for stability and a built-in cork underlay for better comfort; all beneath a beautiful recycled leather top, this…
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Not just Harfa Floor with Osmo
Following its new partnership with ESCO Group, Osmo UK, the eco-friendly wood and finishes expert, is now able to provide its customers with a unique looking and aesthetically pleasing wooden floor. Pre-finished with Osmo Polyx®-Oil, Harfa flooring is the idea choice for anyone who is looking for a statement floor.…
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Gradus Makes An Entrance At Viables Business Park
Viables Business Park is a prime out-of-town destination in the South East. Located in Basingstoke, 45 miles south west of London, it is occupied by several well-known businesses. The main building at the site services several companies and experiences heavy footfall on a daily basis, it is therefore important that…
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Ronadeck at the Haven Holiday Park
IN BRIEF A new swimming pool has been built at Haven Holiday Park, Burnham on Sea, Somerset. Ronacrete Approved Contractor Avalon Surfacing were commissioned to install 260 square metres of RonaDeck Resin Bound Surfacing to the pathways leading to the entrance. THE PROJECT Main contractor H & B 2000 Ltd…
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Osmo is awarded Ethical Accreditation 2014/15
Osmo UK, the eco-friendly wood and finishes experts, is celebrating its fifth year of gaining status as an Ethical Company. The Aylesbury-based company has once again scored highly in an analysis of its approach to Corporate Social Responsibility, demonstrating Osmo’s continued commitment to customers, staff, trade colleagues and shareholders. Applicants…
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Interface INC. to expand inclusive business programme
Interface, Inc. the world’s largest modular carpet manufacturer, today announced its commitment to expanding the Net-Works™ programme in partnership with Zoological Society of London (ZSL). Net-Works, is an innovative, cross-sector initiative designed to tackle the growing environmental problem of discarded fishing nets in some of the world’s poorest coastal communities. Following its…
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