Contents
September 2024
Vol. 26, No. 9
Investing in the Future
Training, partnerships, and installation innovation take center stage.
Editor’s Letter
Connecting Retailers with Installer Recruits
Retailers look to the FCEF training program to address the installer shortage.
Retail Insight
A Modern Office Makeover
Flooring at the new BNP Media headquarters tells a story of style and substance.
Case Study
How to Recruit and Retain Gen Z Talent
Get the roadmap to finding, recruiting and engaging Gen Z employees for success.
Commercial
How to Select Carpet Underlayment
Veteran flooring installer and trainer Robert Varden tells you how to select the right underlayment for the job.
Carpet
Color Coordination for Tile Installations
Learn the color rules for coordinating profiles, trims, grouts, and sealants.
Installation
How to Successfully Install Cementitious Backer Units Under Tile
Learn the industry standards to achieve a successful cementitious backer unit installation under tile.
CTEF Tile Tip
About the Cover
See the floors in BNP Media’s new office space in Birmingham, Michigan. Photo: John D’Angelo.
Ad Index
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