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Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring
- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (5/16/2007)
- Earthwerks. The firm's luxury vinyl plank is available in vintage plank or vintage floral plank, which includes a mixture of various floral elements seeming to grow through the plank. The product is offered with a 20-year residential limited wear warranty, and measures 7.32 inches by 37 inches by 1/8 inch with a 20-mil wear layer. 800-275-7943.
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Ocean Crest Resilient Flooring
- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (5/16/2007)
- Stainmaster. Ocean Crest is the newest pattern in Stainmaster resilient flooring. It uses Optique surface technology, which brings a high degree of realism to resilient flooring, according to the manufacturer. The maker says the new pattern was inspired by the natural beauty of weathered, rocky shorelines and is characterized by realistic color depth and variation. 800-438-7668.
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Country Wood Line of Flooring
- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (5/16/2007)
- Quick-Step. The Country wood flooring line features two additions: reddish-brown Malaysian Merbau and natural brown Worn Oak. A contour technique produces recessed edges on all sides of the planks, which measure 3/8 inch thick. Worn Oak has a micro-beveled edge, unlike the large beveled edges in the rest of the collection. Both the additions come in a 6-inch plank. 336-313-4000.
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Linear Collection Resilient Tile
- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (5/16/2007)
- Amtico. The Linear collection is a contemporary abstract floor with soft surface patterns, the manufacturer says. Up close, the subtle line pattern is visible, but from a distance the flooring takes on a more neutral appearance, challenging perceptions of traditional "resilient tile" aesthetics, according to the manufacturer. The collection can be cut into different module sizes to experiment with the grain. 404-267-1900.
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PermaStone Luxury Vinyl Tiles
- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (5/16/2007)
- Nafco by Tarkett. PermaStone luxury vinyl tiles are designed to look and feel like ceramic, stone, or marble, the manufacturer says. Tiles are 16 inches square and are designed with GroutFit, so the tile only has grout on two sides, creating a more realistic floor, according to the maker. New designs in 2007 include Washed Travertine and Mirabello, a twist on sandstone. 800-227-4662.
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Sobella Resilient Flooring
- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (5/16/2007)
- Mannington. Sobella resilient flooring is softer, yet more durable, than traditional vinyl flooring because of a special fiberglass core that gives it more dimensional stability, the manufacturer says. Sobella comes in handscraped hardwood and slate designs in two collections: Sobella Classic and Sobella Supreme. Both feature Guardian protection to ward against rips and gouges and NeverYellow for resistance to yellowing. 800-482-0466.
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ZAR ULTRA MAX OMU Polyurethane
- ebuild (5/15/2007)
- ZAR ULTRA Max Waterborne Oil Modified Polyurethane is an environmentally safe, clear wood finish specially formulated to protect and beautify floors, cabinets, furniture and woodwork. Self-leveling for a smooth, even finish. This fast drying, low-odor formula features superior hardness and mar resistance for outstanding wear and durability. Natural ambering enhances wood tones. Dual Drying Technology makes the polyurethane dry by coalescing and oxygen cross-linking for a harder "through cure."
- Real Wood Floors: The Green Flooring Alternative
- PRNewswire (5/15/2007)
- ST. LOUIS, May 15 /PRNewswire/ -- As global warming continues to dominate headlines, many eco-conscious consumers are looking for ways to make a difference. Whether it's driving hybrid cars, or installing compact fluorescent light bulbs, many consumers are choosing products that have less of an environmental impact on our world.Wood flooring is recognized as an environmentally friendly, renewable and sustainable resource by such organizations as the US Green Building Council Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) program, and the NAHB Model Green Home Building Guidelines.
- Kitchen Products Review: Resilient Rivalry
- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (5/10/2007)
- With the resilient flooring market under assault by natural products like hardwood and ceramic tile, vinyl manufacturers are accentuating and improving upon their product's traditional strengths: toughness, ease of installation, and design diversity.
- Carpets May Be Making a Comeback As Laminates Fall Out of Favour
- Business Wire (5/10/2007)
- Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/reports/c56310) has announced the addition of Carpets and Other Floorcoverings in the United Kingdom 2006 to their offering.The carpet and floorcovering market for the purpose of this report is broadly sub-divided between fitted carpets, as well as rugs, and what are termed smooth floorcoverings such as wood laminate and vinyl. The market has been in a state of change for the last decade with the rising popularity of laminate and hardwood floorcoverings presenting a challenge to existing materials such as carpet which has seen their share of the market decline.
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