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The Lowdown on Multi-head Sanders for Hardwood

Multi-disc sanders have changed the rules for how well a floor can be sanded. Here's what you need to know about this all-important tool for use on hardwood floors. Read more.

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Hesitation Keeps Housing Market Stuck in Neutral

The Canadian Real Estate Association has lowered its outlook for 2025, as many homebuyers are still on the sidelines, and projects that 2026 will now be the rebound year. Read more.

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Coverings Announces Registration for 2026 Event

Registration is now open for the largest event for the ceramic tile and natural stone industry in North America, which will be held March 30-April 2. Read more.

WFCA Opens Nominations for Industry Hall of Fame

The floor covering industry's largest advocacy organization, the World Floor Covering Association, is now accepting nominations for its hall of fame. Read more.

Major Flooring Maker Exiting Residential Carpet

After just five years in the residential carpet business, flooring manufacturer Mannington Mills is getting out of this market segment to focus on its other product offerings. Read more.

Beaulieu Canada Submits Final Offer to Employees

Management of Beaulieu Canada has submitted a “comprehensive and final” offer to the union representing employees who have been locked out. Read more.

Unilin Technologies Welcomes New Sales Director

Matthew Oliver has been named sales director for Unilin Technologies in North America, bringing a wealth of flooring industry knowledge to the company. Read more.

Homebuilder Sentiment Remains Pessimistic

Data from Canada’s latest housing market index, published quarterly by the Canadian Home Builders’ Association, fell again in the third quarter to new record lows. Read more.

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