News & features on Machinery
UKSFA Conference returns to Solihull
The UK Sustainable Flooring Alliance held its annual conference on 1-2 July 2026 at Voco St Johns in Solihull.The event brought together flooring manufacturers,...
Mohawk names Paul De Cock new CEO
Mohawk Industries has announced that Paul F. De Cock will become Chief Executive Officer on 30 September 2026, succeeding Jeffrey S. Lorberbaum, who is...
Alternative’s Make Me A Rug platform gives complete creative freedom
Award-winning flooring brand Alternative Flooring creates beautifully textured carpets, rugs and runners, with People, Product and Planet at the heart of every design.Known for...
Helping retailers keep floors safe, clean & customer-ready
Slips, trips, and stained rugs aren’t just customer complaints, they’re missed opportunities for repeat business. Cybergold UK helps retailers deliver peace of mind at...
The Art of Craft
Versatility for every homeAsiatic London constantly evolves, bringing newer collections showcasing the best in style, craftsmanship, and innovation. With a portfolio of over 150...
Independently tested for real life
In late 2025, the machine washability of Louis De Poortere’s EcoRugs was put to the test by The Independent newspaper, scoring 4.5 stars out...
Victoria completes CEO transition
Victoria PLC has confirmed that Group Chief Executive Philippe Hamers will step down on 30 June 2026, completing a succession plan first announced last...
Likewise reports strong sales growth and capacity expansion
Likewise Group says trading remains ahead of expectations, with like-for-like revenue up 16.5% in the year to 31 May 2026 and May sales increasing...
Causeway introduces Marrakesh-inspired recolour for popular range
The popular Camberley Classic & Textures wool-rich loop pile carpet styles from Causeway Carpets have been refreshed with a palette of decadent colours inspired...
Precision measuring tools for flooring
With the range of precision measuring tools available from Roberts, a quality brand of QEP, professional flooring installers can be assured of the perfect...
Louis De Poortere adds new design to Ecorugs range
Evoking urban landscapes as a mosaic of streets, volumes and shadows interlocking with absolute precision, Cubik is another new design from Ecorugs 2026 Collection...
Navigating uncertainty together
In the below article, Headlam’s Sales Director John Clark discusses the effects of the recent conflict in the Middle East on the flooring market....
Improved flooring for social housing tenants
IVC Commercial sheet vinyl floors can help landlords and providers to improve the standard of their social housing accommodation.Flooring plays a pivotal role in...
Ultimate Essence from LeoLine offers company’s best and latest looks
For those who appreciate the finer floors in life, LeoLine’s Ultimate Essence’s exquisite designs offer the very best in classic and contemporary looks alike.From...
F. Ball products used extensively at county cricket club
F. Ball and Co. products have been used to prepare subfloors and install floorcoverings at Worcestershire County Cricket Club as part of significant investments...
FN Neuhofer wins the 2026 PEGASUS Award in bronze
At the recent PEGASUS Business Awards, held at the Brucknerhaus in Linz, FN Neuhofer was recognised with the “Export Champion” bronze trophy. The award...
DOMOTEX Hannover announces expanded portfolio for next edition
Although it is still some way off, preparations for DOMOTEX 2028 are already gaining strong momentum, organisers say. Following the show’s repositioning as the...
Retail CEOs petition government on youth unemployment
More than 80 chief executives from leading UK retailers have written to the Prime Minister urging action to tackle youth unemployment and improve access...
Lytham St. Annes – Mystery Shopper
Welcome back to The Stocklists Mystery Shopper column, which sees our partners at ProInsight visit flooring retailers across the country, posing as prospective buyers...
Design Inspirations
As a nation, we are obsessed with home décor, and the right flooring can completely transform a space through its unique blend of artistry...