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KERAKOLL GROUP: Shareholders’ Meeting approves 2023 consolidated budget figures
The Shareholders' Meeting of Kerakoll S.p.A., a B Corp-certified Benefit Company and a multinational company...
‘Carpet King’ Lord Harris swoops in to save Carpetright – but many jobs will still go
Lord Harris of Peckham has orchestrated a multimillion-pound agreement to save Carpetright, the flooring retailer...
CFJ Awards: Get your ticket now
Time is running out to get the last few remaining tickets for the 2024 CFJ...
CMS Danskin Acoustics supplies Smartspan saddle system for the W Edinburgh
Part of Marriott’s luxury W Hotels brand, the striking 12-storey ‘ribbon building’ required a floor...
IVC floor provides ‘homely atmosphere’ at care-home
The new Iperform 70 collection from IVC Group has been used for what’s described as...
Acoustic flooring: the quieter solution
Donna Hannaway of Forbo discusses the impact noise can have on those living and working...
Mapei’s installation product range includes adhesives for all types of floor and tile installations
Mapei says its range of installation products includes adhesives for all types of floor and...
Moduleo launches ‘online home for professional luxury vinyl floors’
MODULEO has launched a website for flooring professionals looking to choose its luxury vinyl floors...
Forbo offers extension to 10-year product guarantee
FORBO Flooring Systems has introduced a new extended guarantee for any of its interior flooring...
Palace Chemicals presents flooring adhesives range
Palace Chemicals offers a comprehensive range of flooring adhesives and preparation products, including new additions...
Rinos to be direct supplier of Aqua 85 walk-off mat
RINOS, which describes itself as the specialised manufacturer of coir and entrance mats, has from...
Finalists named in new CFJ Awards category to honour commitment to social responsibility
STARTING at The CFJ Awards in September 2024, Kick-Start Publishing is introducing an awards category...
Floors ‘make better lives’ at housing exhibition
UNILIN Flooring exhibited at Housing 2024, showing, it says, how its floors can transform the...
Housing developments get the Beauflor touch in Manchester
BELGIAN manufacturer of sheet vinyl flooring, Beauflor, exhibited its floors for homes, including social housing...
Double appointment at F Ball
F BALL and Co has announced two senior appointments to its managerial team.Karl Brannigan has...
Construction begins at Broadnook, Leicestershire’s first garden village
BROADNOOK Garden Village, Leicestershire’s newest and ‘most exciting community building project’, has marked the start...
Six successful apprentices for Designer Contracts
SIX apprentices have successfully completed their training programmes with Designer Contracts.Three of them formed part...
CPA welcomes Adam Turk as new chair
THE Construction Products Association (CPA) says it’s delighted to welcome Adam Turk, ceo of Siderise...
Tech duo partner to ‘transform’ logistics in carpet and flooring sector
SOFTWARE innovators Shipster and Ordorite have announced a strategic partnership to transform e-commerce and retail...
Havwoods achieves internationally recognised ISO 14001 certification
WOOD surface specialists, Havwoods, has been internationally recognised for its dedication to sustainable practices and...
Gerflor provides Welsh college with complete flooring solution
The Nantgarw student Campus is part of Coleg y Cymoedd (College of the Valleys) in...
Forbo partners with The Salvation Army to provide carpet tiles to support local communities
Forbo Flooring Systems is proud to have entered into partnership with the Salvation Army Trading...
EXCLUSIVE: Manufacturer & Distributor of the Year finalists revealed for CFJ Awards
The finalists for the DISTRIBUTOR OF THE YEAR and MANUFACTURER OF THE YEAR have been...
Forbo offers extension to 10-year product guarantee
Forbo Flooring Systems has introduced a new extended guarantee for any of its interior flooring...
London Land Group and Tarkett collaborate to elevate luxury living through flooring that’s good for people and planet
London Land Group, a residential developer, has announced a strategic partnership with Tarkett. This collaboration...
MN floor training limited are hosting a flooring charity day
MN floor training limited are hosting a flooring charity day at Wolverhampton race course on...
TradeChoice Carpet & Flooring: Championing mental health in the industry
IN an industry where discussions about mental health often remain muted, TradeChoice Carpet & Flooring...
Kerakoll presents its new corporate identity
KERAKOLL, a B Corp-certified multinational operating in the building industry, has presented a multi-year project...
IVC: a new era for commercial flooring solutions
IVC Commercial says it’s releasing the power of category-focused flooring solutions. Until now, the IVC...
Amber Underfloor Heating announces new national sales manager
ELECTRIC underfloor heating suppliers, Amber Underfloor Heating, has announced Simon Whittaker as its newly appointed...
F Ball and Co unveils new website
F BALL and Co says it’s completely redesigned and relaunched its website to faster connect...
F Ball SHEQ manager wins top adhesives accolade
F BALL and Co’s safety, health, environment and quality assurance (SHEQ) manager Jenny Barnett has...
ADP Superheroes
ADP Distribution is a family-run company based in the West Midlands with more than 50...
Plimsoll reveals the latest developments in the UK wood flooring market
If the results of the recent annual NWFA Industry Outlook Survey were to be taken...
EXCLUSIVE Headlam: We’ll continue to provide a best-in-class service
John Clark, managing director for regional distribution at Headlam, discusses the history, current circumstances and...
Tech duo partner to ‘transform’ logistics in carpet and flooring sector
Software innovators Shipster and Ordorite have announced a strategic partnership to transform e-commerce and retail...
Tiling project completed at Tower Hamlets’ new town hall
An extensive tiling project has been completed at Tower Hamlets’ new town hall using a...
Riven used in refurb at High Wycombe grammar school
Refurbishment works have been completed at Royal Grammar School High Wycombe using Rawson Carpet Solutions...
Speedy installation at Greenhead College
Technical expertise and subfloor preparation products from Bostik have reportedly enabled the speedy installation of...
Stepping into the world of weddings
Designer Contracts stepped into the glamorous world of weddings when it was awarded the flooring...
All the puzzle pieces fit
Forbo's Puzzle adhesive-free flooring solution has reportedly brought about the swift refurbishment of an iconic...
Lauren Murphy Butterfield from Taylor Alden PR discusses making the most of your exhibition appearance
Investing in exhibiting at a show is an excellent way to talk to existing customers...
Recofloor breaks through 7,000-tonne milestone
More than 7,000 tonnes of waste vinyl flooring have been collected and recycled through Recofloor...
Six successful apprentices for Designer Contracts
Six apprentices have successfully completed their training programmes with Designer Contracts, the UK’s largest flooring...
IDS celebrates one year without lost time accidents
IDS has announced a significant milestone in its health and safety record: a full 12...
Havwoods achieves internationally recognised ISO 14001 certification
Wood surface specialist, Havwoods, has been internationally recognised for its dedication to sustainable practices and...
EXCLUSIVE PC Flooring: We’ve grown through hard work and reinvestment
CFJ talks exclusively to Ed Hammond, managing director of PC Flooring. Here are excerpts from...
Gerflor and Gradus donate flooring to The Salvation Army to help tackle furniture poverty
GERFLOR has donated Gradus carpet products to The Salvation Army to help support social projects...
Flooring industry’s biggest awards promises to be best yet
Excitment is building over this year’s CFJ Awards which are due to be held at...
F Ball appoints new technical representative
F BALL and Co has appointed Dale Panter as technical representative for the West Midlands.
As...
What is there to discover during Flanders Flooring Days?
IF you're looking to explore new trends in soft & hard flooring and derived products,...
Spa awarded sustainability certification for its clean floor renewal
ALPENTHERME Gastein Spa, in Austria, has been awarded sustainability certification by family-owned flooring company, Bona,...
Quick-Step sponsors Grand House
QUICK-STEP is one of the sponsors of the Grand House at Grand Designs Live, said...
‘Buggingham Pallets’ welcomes new insect arrivals
STAFF at Building Adhesives in Stoke-on-Trent have all mucked-in to construct an insect hotel just...
Safety shock: 15% increase in construction fatalities in the past year
FATAL incidents in the UK construction industry have risen by almost 20% in the past...
Abingdon Flooring shows at INDX
BRITISH carpet manufacturer Abingdon Flooring is exhibiting at INDX National Flooring Show with key ranges,...
Quick-Step sponsors Grand House
QUICK-STEP is one of the sponsors of the Grand House at Grand Designs Live, said...
Darren Kenyon named F Ball managing director
F BALL and Co has announced the appointment of Darren Kenyon to the role of...
Excitement builds as Hal Cruttenden is announced as CFJ Awards host
Kick-Start Publishing, which publishes CFJ, is delighted to announce that the distinguished stand-up comedian Hal...
Tony Mathe joins the CFJ Awards judging panel
TONY Mathe, director at Hillside Contracts, has joined the CFJ Awards judging panel as the...
Tilemaster Adhesives Ltd becomes Kerakoll UK Ltd
TILEMASTER Adhesives has been in the flooring and tiling industry since it was founded in...
Designer Contracts opens the doors to Wembley-sized warehouse
Designer Contracts started 2024 with an open invitation to customers and suppliers to visit its...
‘Another amazing digital installation by ADP’
ADP’s installation team says it’s achieved another successful installation for Mercado. These new interactive TLC...
LTP ECOPROTEC range now available in the UAE
LTP has increased its global network to include the United Arab Emirates. Its ECOPROTEC contract...
DOMOTEX asia/CHINAFLOOR 2024 prepares to welcome a growing number of international buyers for its 26th edition
THE leading flooring show in Asia Pacific, taking place in Shanghai from 28-30 May continuous...
Four days to learn all about the latest flooring trends
ARE you passionate about flooring? Then make sure 13-16 May is blocked out in your...
Unveiling the next chapter: Havwoods develops new, enhanced product offering
WOOD surface specialists, Havwoods, has undergone a brand refresh to take its offering to the...
Tarkett launches practical design guide with neurodiversity focus
THERE’s growing recognition that we all perceive the world differently and that to thrive, we...
New flooring guides provide specialist specification support
NEW checklists are now available to help specifiers select the right flooring system according to...
Everything you need to know about the Surface Design Show
What is the Surface Design Show (SDS)?
The SDS in London is an annual trade show...
Evolving dynamics and promising growth in the UK’s LVT market
THE UK’s LVT flooring market, known for its innovation and adaptability, continues to evolve in...
A New Era for IVC Commercial Carpet Tiles
Effective 28 March 2024, IVC Commercial Carpet Tiles has become Mohawk Group, a brand of...
‘Building better together’ as Tilemaster becomes Kerakoll
Tilemaster Adhesives has been in the flooring and tiling industry since it was founded in...
The registration to visit DOMOTEX asia/CHINAFLOOR 2024 is open
THE largest flooring tradeshow in APAC will take place in Shanghai from 28-30 May 2024,...
What is there to discover during Flanders Flooring Days?
IF you're looking to explore new trends in soft and hard flooring and derived products,...
Tool theft: Britain’s £3.5bn crime
SEVENTY-EIGHT percent of tradespeople have been victims of tool theft incidents says Clive Holland, broadcaster...
Resapol donates to the Lighthouse Construction Industry Charity
RESAPOL, a UK supplier of construction chemicals, says it’s pleased to introduce the Resapol Foundation,...
PALLMANN now stocked in the UK
PALLMANN wood flooring products, including lacquers, oils and machinery, are now stocked in the UK....
Forbo launches new awards for 2024
WITH the beginning of a new year, Forbo Flooring Systems says it’s excited to launch...
Altro awarded NHS P23 approval across ‘comprehensive product ranges’
Altro has been appointed as a recommended supplier on ProCure23 (P23), the fourth generation of...
Gower College Swansea launches new floorcovering apprenticeship to address skills shortage in the industry
THE CFA initiative ‘Future Fitters’ has already been the catalyst for several new developments in...
TradeChoice Carpet & Flooring Announces Acquisition of T&R Floor Covering Distributors Ltd
TradeChoice Carpet & Flooring are delighted to announce that it has officially acquired T&R Floor...
Excitement builds as Hal Cruttenden is announced as CFJ Awards host
Kick-Start Publishing, which publishes CFJ, is delighted to announce that the distinguished stand-up comedian Hal...
CARTERS FLOORING: FAMILY-RUN TO ITS CORE
CARTERS Flooring is a nationwide flooring contractor. Family-run to its core its aim is to...
Designing a neuro-inclusive workplace
An introduction to research commissioned by Milliken & Company with regards to designing a neuro-inclusive...
CPA: Construction hit by housebuilding recession
ACCORDING to the Construction Products Association’s winter forecasts, construction output is forecast to fall by...
Designer Contracts launches Sustainability Champions scheme
DESIGNER Contracts, multi-award winners over nine years in the Carpet Recycling UK Awards, has launched...
‘The Academy for Excellence in Flooring is there for when things don’t go to plan’
QUALIFIED master installers from the Academy for Excellence in Flooring reportedly benefit from round the...
Installation entries for CFJ Awards 2024 to close on Thursday 29 February – don’t miss out!
ENTRIES for the installations awards will close on Thursday 29 February, so make a note...
Flooring industry’s unsung stars to be honoured in New Employee of the Year Award
FOR 2024, The CFJ Awards is introducing a brand new award: Employee of the Year....
Beauflor builds awareness at London Build Expo
BEAUFLOR exhibited at London Build Expo, presenting its cushion vinyl floors to the UK’s construction...
Mapei named among world’s best employers in Forbes rankings
MAPEI is among the world's best employers according to the rankings compiled by Forbes in...
Kier opens doors of high spec laboratory site to get young people into construction sector
KIER recently hosted an exclusive preview of ‘Open Doors 2024’, a Build UK initiative which...
Fix Radio: Mental health crisis in construction claims the lives of two colleagues every working day
FIX Radio says it provides a guide to resources available to tradespeople to help with...
Could your flooring choice trigger an epileptic seizure?
EPILEPSY is a brain condition where sudden and intense bursts of electrical energy in the...
Workspace Design Show announces first names for speaker programme at 2024 London show
FOLLOWING on from what are described as successful shows in the UK and The Netherlands,...
Shanghai set to host latest flooring innovations at DOMOTEX asia/CHINAFLOOR
THE 26th edition of DOMOTEX asia/CHINAFLOOR, scheduled to take place in Shanghai between 28-30 May...
National Flooring Equipment opens First UK Facility
FOLLOWING what it describes as a successful expansion into the UK market in 2016, and...
BAL raises money for Douglas Macmillan Hospice
COLLEAGUES at Stoke-on-Trent building products manufacturer Building Adhesives Limited (BAL, part of ARDEX Group), are...
Cevisama 2024 achieves 90% occupancy in the year it turns 40
THE ‘foremost trade fair for the ceramic tile, natural stone and bathroom equipment industry’ is...
Viva Torquay ‘makes more of its floor with IVC Commercial’
LUXURY Vinyl Tiles (LVTs) and heterogeneous vinyl from IVC Commercial have given entertainment venue, Viva...
Student flats ‘wow’ thanks to UltraFloor
ULTRAFLOOR and Tricas Flooring have completed a 7,000sq m flooring project at a new student...
Resilient system ‘offers optimal solution’ at Sharps Pixley
THE Sharps Pixley name goes back to 1778 and was originally founded through the merger...
Getting tails wagging at competition winner’s HQ
LAST year Altro celebrated 40 years of Altro Whiterock with a competition to win your...
A polished finish at Cirencester College
LOCATED in the countryside of the Cotswolds, Cirencester Sixth Form College has been recently refurbished...
BJELIN TO LAUNCH NEW PRODUCTS AT DOMOTEX
Bjelin will be revealing a number of exciting new products on its stand at the...
LeoLine goes premium in Harrogate
LEOLINE says it showed how it’s shaking up the cushion vinyl sector at The Flooring...
Installation entries for CFJ Awards 2024 now open, to close on Thursday 29 February
ENTRIES for the CFJ Awards 2024 have opened on Kick-Start Publishing’s Award Force system. Award...
Peter Kelsey made patron of North Derbyshire Hospice
PETER Kelsey, md of Chesterfield-based Designer Contracts, has been made a patron of North Derbyshire’s...
Flanders Flooring Days ‘throws its doors wide open in 2024’
BETWEEN 13-16 May, many in the European flooring industry will gather in and around Kortrijk....
Palace Chemicals: We’re an industry leader in the market, 45 years in the making
THIS year Palace Chemicals celebrates 45 years in business. This independent company based in Speke,...
The Solid Wood Flooring Company – A quick guide to fitting wood flooring
ENGINEERED wood flooring is a visually appealing, environmentally-friendly floorcovering for sustainable living projects that can...
Moduleo ‘makes more of herringbone’
MODULEO came to September’s The Flooring Show with its shop-in-shop concept and a new herringbone...
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: ‘Our customer’s want some quiet designs and patterns’
Marcy Ewing, global design director of Shaw Contract, sheds light on her experience of being...
Industry lauds bigger-than-ever CFJ Awards
KICK-START Publishing, the owner of CFJ magazine and its associated awards, has been inundated with...
Fitter triumphs in Harrogate LVT competition
THE NICF Fitter of the Year competition took place across Sunday 17 and Monday 18...
Success for The Flooring Show 2023 as it’s described as ‘jam-packed experience’
In September, The Flooring Show welcomed hundreds of brands, and thousands of visitors, to the...
Flowing Screeds Association ‘supports installers in growing sector’
THE newly-formed Flowing Screeds Association (FSA) says it’s on a mission to support screed installers...
Forbo Flooring Systems reveals winner of 2022/23 Forbo Escapes Competition
AFTER what it describes as another successful year, Forbo Flooring Systems says it’s delighted to...
Flooring grade plywood ‘helps prevent callbacks’
INTERNATIONAL Timber, an importer and distributor of bespoke, sustainable timber and panel products, has recommended...
Pallmann calls for the Magic Oil Wood Floor World Cup
PALLMANN, which describes itself as the internationally active manufacturer of products and systems for the...
Don’t shoot the messenger
Richard says he’s sometimes felt the need for a hardhat when his inspections don’t go...
Mindful Living announced as theme for Surface Design Show 2024
SURFACE Design Show has announced the theme of its 2024 edition: ‘Mindful Living’ which will...
LION Boards available with verified EPD
FINNISH Fibreboards, manufacturers of the LION Boards range, including the only fibreboard specifically designed for...
Master Installers ‘benefit from masterful marketing’
THE Quick-Step website reportedly receives more than 1,000 visits a month to its Find an...
Polyflor supports budding apprentices with free training courses
POLYFLOR has partnered with F Ball and Co to provide free training courses for flooring...
Contractors Save by Going Green
Flooring professionals are not just saving the Earth, but also saving money by using the...
Kerakoll achieves B Corp certification
KERAKOLL says it’s become one of the first companies in the construction sector to achieve...
‘Express the individuality of working personalities’ with Pattern from IVC Commercial carpet tiles
MADE with what’s described as the world’s first carbon negative yarn, Pattern is the new...
Construction product manufacturing costs ease but sales growth remains mixed
THE Construction Products Association’s latest State of Trade Survey - 2023 Q2 showed a continued...
F Ball employee on a mission to end homelessness in Stoke-on-Trent
AMID the ongoing cost-of-living crisis, an F Ball and Co employee is on a mission...
CPI announces Amanda Long as new chief executive officer
CPI, the independent organisation set up to administer the Code for Construction Product Information or...
Ball & Young invites industry to join its 40th anniversary celebrations
THIS year marks the 40th anniversary of Ball & Young. The company was founded in...
Tarkett launches destination showroom in heart of Clerkenwell
TARKETT, which describes itself as a global leader in recyclable flooring solutions, opened the doors...
LION Floor exhibits at FloorSkills open day
LION Floor took part in the FloorSkills open day, as ‘Europe’s largest independent flooring training...
Passing on the BAL and ARDEX baton
AFTER more than 20 years with ARDEX and over 10 years with BAL, Peter Bell,...
Instarmac Group announces new awards nomination
TAMWORTH-based manufacturer, Instarmac Group, says it’s delighted to announce a new award nomination, being shortlisted...
Beauflor Exhibits at London Build Expo
Beauflor® is exhibiting at London Build Expo,15-16 November, Olympia, London.
Beauflor® sheet vinyl floors are a...
Jon Jacoby named new GoodWeave International ceo
GOODWEAVE International’s board of directors has selected Jon Jacoby as the organisation’s new chief executive....
Forbo Flooring Systems reveals winner of 2022/23 Forbo Escapes Competition
AFTER what it describes as another successful year, Forbo Flooring Systems says it’s delighted to...
Flooring grade plywood ‘helps prevent callbacks’
INTERNATIONAL Timber, an importer and distributor of bespoke, sustainable timber and panel products, has recommended...
Pallmann calls for the Magic Oil Wood Floor World Cup
PALLMANN, which describes itself as the internationally active manufacturer of products and systems for the...
‘Outstanding football’ and ‘plenty of laughter’ at Shire Flooring’s inaugural five-a-side charity tournament
SHIRE Flooring’s first five-a-side charity football tournament, which took place at Macclesfield Football Club over...
Clerkenwell Design Trail
This Autumn, the Clerkenwell Design Trail (4-5 October) will bring the A&D community together to...
Carpetright partners with social housing providers to lay on flooring for most vulnerable tenants
A PROJECT is currently underway at UK retailer, Carpetright, to improve the lives of families...
FloorSkills open day draws the crowds
THE FloorSkills open day, described by the head of FloorSkills, Matt Bourne, as ‘biggest and...
ADP: Our InstallMan has been busy on an installation for Mercado
‘OUR InstallMan has been very busy again, working on a roll-out project for Mercado, building...
‘Significant expansion’ for Designer Contracts’ Yorkshire office
DESIGNER Contracts has moved and significantly expanded its Yorkshire office.
Part of a network of regional...
Interfloor donates playtime materials to Broadway Primary School
ROSSENDALE manufacturer Interfloor has donated a large amount of materials to Broadway Primary School in...
Forbo ‘assists The Power of Pattern’
To elevate the visitor experience at the Kaffe Fassett: The Power of Pattern exhibition at...
EXCLUSIVE How simple errors nearly led to undoing of midlands flooring contractor
IN this month's CFJ, we run an exclusive interview with a midlands flooring contractor which...
Hotel & Resort Innovation Expo
CFJ is delighted to announce our partnership with Hotel & Resort Innovation Expo! Returning to...
FLOORLAYER FROM POLEGATE REACHES SEMI-FINAL OF SCREWFIX TOP TRADESPERSON AWARD
Simon Grimley, a floorlayer from Polegate in East Sussex, has reached the semi-finals of Screwfix...
Limited tickets left for The CFJ Awards
Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity! We are thrilled to announce that there are...
Fathom it out at The Flooring Show
One of the UK’s leading retail display manufacturers, Fathom, is coming to The Flooring Show...
The Flooring Show A-Z
The Flooring Show is the UK's market-leading event dedicated to the industry. Join 3,000 retailers,...
Mapei introduces its new UK UltraCare team
MAPEI has extended its UltraCare team with a series of new appointments. The UK team...
3D construction printing is helping Ukraine rebuild faster
A GROUNDBREAKING initiative to rebuild Ukraine has commenced in Lviv, Ukraine. This remarkable project is...
Malmo launches new website‘to offer an enhanced customer experience’
MALMO luxury vinyl tile (LVT) flooring has launched a new website, www.malmoflooring.com with what it...
Abingdon Flooring updates Stainfree for Life promise
OWING to the latest no-stain technology, British carpet manufacturer Abingdon Flooring has updated its Stainfree...
Sainsbury & Sons Flooring & Furniture updates Moduleo in-store displays with new Roots collection
ABERDEEN-based independent flooring retailer, Sainsbury & Sons Flooring & Furniture, has recently updated its Moduleo...
TradePoint signs sponsorship deal for The Bald Builders Breakfast on Fix Radio
FIX Radio, which brands itself as the builders’ station, has signed a 12-month, omni-channel marketing...
ADP offers ‘fantastic, easy-to-use’ new online tool
ADP Distribution, a family-run company based in the West Midlands with more than 50 years’...
From the dancefloors of Wigan to CDW,Milliken introduces Northern Soul
UP-TEMPO, fast-paced and funky are the words used by Milliken to describe its carpet tile...
CFA Autumn Ball 2023 – tickets still available
There are still tickets available to CFA members for the Autumn Ball taking place on...
Winners under lock-and-key as independent judging panel ties up its work
THE CFJ Awards winners have been selected and their names are now under lock-and-key as...
Malmo launches ‘inspirational new look-book brochure’
MALMO has launched what it describes as a stunning new brochure, brimming with beautiful lifestyle...
Condor Group and Tide Ocean join up to collect and recycle ocean-bound plastic waste
CONDOR is launching a partnership with Swiss-based company Tide Ocean SA to support solutions against...
Designer Contract’s ‘Team Massive’ to reach new peaks
DESIGNER Contract’s charity challengers, Team Massive, are set to reach new peaks. The team of...
Botched installation: what not to do
ASK a manufacturer – or an independent consultant such as Richard Renouf – what the...
The key to flooring at the Tower of London
A HIDDEN treasure in the Tower of London, The Keys is a secret pub that...
Summertime Blues
Summer has finally arrived. Unfortunately, the warm weather can present problems on site raising the...
READERS’ VOTES NOW CLOSED AS FINALISTS NAMED FOR CFJ CONTRACTOR AWARDS 2023
The finalists for the Contractor Awards section of The CFJ Awards have now been selected,...
2023 Flooring Apprentice of the Year Winner – Mike Waldron
The CFA is delighted to announce that the winner of the 2023 Flooring Apprentice of...
Multicategory flooring solutions at Radisson RED Liverpool
CARPET tiles, luxury vinyl tiles and heterogeneous vinyl floors by IVC Commercial have been used...
Just 0.3% of tool thefts in the last two years have resulted in a charge, new police data reveals
TOOL theft from vehicles is 20 times less likely to result in a charge compared...
Visitor registration platform for DOMOTEX asia/CHINAFLOOR 2023 is now open
DOMOTEX asia/CHINAFLOOR 2023’s 25th edition is scheduled to take place from 26-28 July 2023 at...
Finalists revealed as independent judging panel ties up its work
The CFJ Awards finalists in all categories have now been selected as our independent judging...
Flooring manufacturers join forces to create ‘a supercharged flooring business’
TWO flooring manufacturers behind brands in residential and commercial sales, have joined forces to become...
DOMOTEX asia/CHINAFLOOR 2023 set to bring together flooring professionals from all over the world in the Asian market
Registrations for visiting the 25th edition of DOMOTEX asia/CHINAFLOOR proceed at high speed since the...
1.553 visitors from 68 countries for second ‘Flanders Flooring Days’
1.553 visitors from 68 countries for second ‘Flanders Flooring Days’
Unique cooperation with 10 key sector...
‘Find happiness in interiors’ with IVC Commercial
IVC Commercial says it unlocked the key to happiness with workshops and events at The...
Polypropylene specialist to continue trading while buyer sought
MICHELLE Elliot and Callum Carmichael, partners with FRP Advisory, have been appointed joint administrators of...
Instarmac expands board of directors with new appointments
INSTARMAC Group has announced the appointment of two new board members and a managing director...
CPA’s latest trade survey shows mixed performance for construction product manufacturing in Q1
THE Construction Products Association’s latest state of trade survey – 2023 Q1 highlighted the continued...
Carpet Recycling UK Annual Conference and Awards 21-22 June 2023
Future prospects and direction for carpet and textile flooring waste
Legislation and Government policy influencing the...
Second edition of Flanders Flooring Days kicks off today
10 key players in carpet and flooring industry give an insider's view of the future...
Inspiring spaces begin with bespoke design
Fleur Carson talks about using bespoke flooring to elevate brand identity, stimulate emotional connections and...
Made-to-order
BEAUFLORCreate says it’s introduced unlimited creativity to vinyl rolls. In schools, nurseries, playcentres, shops, leisure...
What AI says about contract flooring and floorlayers
In next month’s CFJ, we’ve had some fun asking the AI chatbot, ChatGPT, to give...
How do contractors ensure they are using the best adhesive available?
Choosing the best adhesive is one of the most important decisions in any flooring installation....
INTERFACE CULTIVATES CONVERSATIONS ON THE FUTURE OF DESIGN AT CLERKENWELL DESIGN WEEK
Interface, the global flooring solutions company where everything is certified carbon neutral, and these industry changemakers:
Oliver...
ASPIRING FLOOR FITTER FROM LEICESTERSHIRE IS A SCREWFIX TRADE APPRENTICE FINALIST
Mike Waldron, an apprentice floor fitter from Leicestershire, has reached the final of Screwfix Trade...
Do looselay products in installations represent a challenge to the future of adhesive manufacturers?
Looselay flooring offers additional flexibility to design contemporary interiors in spaces where a glue-down product...
Furlong Flooring’s Regency brand secures wall-to-wall ISO accreditations
‘TESTAMENT to its high-quality products and service’, Regency Carpet Manufacturing, a member of the Furlong...
modulyss carpet tiles now on NBS Source
Modulyss has underlined its commitment to delivering the UK’s specifiers and designers what they need...
MacGregor Flooring MD: Some manufacturers playing a risky game with price increases
In an exclusive interview with CFJ, to be published in May, Kenny Smith, MacGregor Flooring’s...
IS THERE A MAGIC FORMULA TO WINNING A BIG FLOORING CONTRACT
Craig Anstey, sales director at Loughton Contracts, answers one of the most oft-asked questions about...
EXCLUSIVE: STRIPPERS FLOORING FOUNDER ANDREW BISS BARES ALL
In April CFJ, Andrew Biss, founder of Strippers Flooring, goes on record about everything from...
CFJ AWARDS SET TO BLOW INDUSTRY AWAY WITH A DAZZLING SHOWCASE OF FLOORING STARS
The closing date for entries for The CFJ Awards, the most coveted awards in the...
