Best Carpet Tile Podcasts (2025)

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Jessica White Discusses Design Trends in Mohawks Builder Business 7:42

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Jessica White, director of design for Mohawk’s builder/multifamily business, and Kemp Harr discuss the latest consumer upgrades being requested by consumers who are buying new homes.By Floor Focus Magazine

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Episode 4: The Power of Touch 28:36

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With Jo Knight, Independent Sustainability and Marketing Consultant and Co-Founder of The Sustainable Design Collective Comfort isn’t just what we see or hear - it’s what we feel. In an age of smart systems, sensory data and wellness-driven design, touch remains the most overlooked sense in the built environment. Yet it’s one of the most powerful. …

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Joe Semaan Discusses Success of Mohawks Black Label Carpet Collection 6:05

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Joe Semaan, president of Mohawk’s residential soft surface business, and Kemp Harr discuss business conditions and the success of the firm’s Black Label carpet collection.By Floor Focus Magazine

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Episode 23: From Curb Appeal to Outdoor Living: Landscape Design that Lasts 8:34

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The exterior of your home doesn’t stop at the walls—it flows into the landscape, the pathways, and the spaces that surround it. In this episode of Built to Last, host Eric Schwarze, Director of Construction at Maykus Homes, is joined by Kristina Arnold of MDM Landscapes to explore the art and science of landscape design. From curb appeal and plant …

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Mary Yocum Discusses Schluter Systems Message at TSP in Phoenix 4:44

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Mary Yocum, architectural manager for Schluter Systems in southern California, and Kemp Harr discuss Schluter’s message at the Tile Solutions Plus meeting in Phoenix.By Floor Focus Magazine

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Rick Church Discusses Highlights of the TSP Meeting in Phoenix 6:24

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Rick Church, executive director of the Ceramic Tile Distributors Association, (CTDA), and Kemp Harr discuss the highlights of this year’s Tile Solutions Plus (TSP) meeting in Phoenix Arizona.By Floor Focus Magazine

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Steve Cloud Discusses StarNets BOD Focus on Member and Vendor Relationships 7:25

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Steve Cloud, Chairman of Starnet and Co-owner of M. Frank Higgins, and Kemp Harr discuss Starnet’s Board initiatives for this year and the recent success he is having with his commercial flooring contracting business in Connecticut.By Floor Focus Magazine

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Lara Rassette Discusses Her Role at Circadia Flooring in Kansas City 6:38

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Lara Rassette, VP and GM at Circadia Flooring (formerly Image Flooring), discusses her commercial flooring contracting business based in Kansas City and the benefit of being part of Starnet.By Floor Focus Magazine

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Nearly 30 Years of Custom Looks with Interiors by Design with ProSource member Laurie Vaughn 30:57

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Laurie Vaughn, owner of Interiors by Design and proud ProSource Wholesale member, shares her journey into the world of interior design, the experience of starting her own business, and the importance of building strong client relationships. She emphasizes the need for transparency in managing client expectations during remodeling projects and offer…

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Episode 22: Smart Choices: Selecting the Right Appliances for Your Custom Home 8:56

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Appliances are where style meets function—and where daily living meets lasting performance. In this episode of Built to Last, host Eric Schwarze, Director of Construction at Maykus Homes, sits down with Christie Hipson from The Jarrell Company to talk about choosing the right appliances for your custom home. From built-in refrigerators and luxury r…

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Tracy Daves Discusses Latest Flooring Trends in Builder Market 8:21

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Tracy Daves, regional manager with Shaw Industries’ builder division, and Kemp Harr discuss the latest flooring trends in the builder segment based on a national meeting she attended with interior designers focused on that market. Listen to the interview to hear what’s trending in flooring in the builder segment.…

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Joe Lundgren Discusses Shifts in Tile Demand and Tariffs 8:23

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Joe Lundgren, a tile industry expert, discusses current demand trends, share shift by country and the latest strategy by importers to deflect potential tariff risks.By Floor Focus Magazine

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Keith Christman Discusses DHAs Request to have Wood Floor Products added to Section 232 Tariffs 7:09

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Keith Christman, president of the Decorative Hardwoods Association, and Kemp Harr discuss the difference between the reciprocal IEEPA tariffs and the Section 232 tariffs and what Keith’s trade association is doing to protect domestic producers of hardwood products, including flooring.By Floor Focus Magazine

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Episode 21: Lighting the Way: Bringing Your Custom Home to Life 7:29

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Lighting does more than just brighten a space—it defines mood, highlights design details, and brings a custom home to life. In this episode of Built to Last, host Eric Schwarze, Director of Construction at Maykus Homes, is joined by Marlo Henry of Fort Worth Lighting to talk through what homeowners should know when selecting lighting for their home…

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Inside Engineered Floors: Technology, Vision, and Market Evolution 36:15

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In this episode of The ProSource Podcast, we sit down with Greg Payne, Senior Director of Buying Groups at Engineered Floors, to discuss the company's mission, innovations in flooring technology, and the importance of sustainability. We explore the origins of Engineered Floors, Bob Shaw's vision, and how the company has evolved to meet the demands …

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Drew Hash Discusses Southwind Floors and the FEI Group Meeting in San Diego 5:06

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Drew Hash, CEO with Southwind Floors, and Kemp Harr discuss business conditions and a few highlights from this weekend’s FEI Group annual meeting in San Diego.By Floor Focus Magazine

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Armando Cafiero Discusses This Weeks Cersaie Show and Business Conditions 8:39

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Armando Cafiero, managing director of Ceramics of Italy, and Kemp Harr discuss highlights of this week’s Cersaie show in Bologna, Italy and business conditions impacting the tile market worldwide.By Floor Focus Magazine

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Eric Foley Discusses Happy Floors Joining the NFA as Core Vendor 6:25

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Eric Foley, VP of business development with Happy Floors, and Kemp Harr discuss Happy Floors' new status as a core vendor to the NFA.By Floor Focus Magazine

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The Transformation of Schrock, Diamond, & Kemper with Evan Pitman and Micah Northcutt from MasterBrand 22:34

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In this episode of The ProSource Podcast, we sit down with Evan Pitman, Director of Brand & Product Direction Leader, and Micah Northcutt, Senior Director of Product & Marketing at MasterBrand. Together, they dive into the exciting transformation of Schrock, Diamond, and Kemper—three brands undergoing a major evolution. The conversation covers the …

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Ian Newton Discusses NFA Fall Meeting in Anchorage Alaska 6:43

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Ian Newton, general manager of Flooring 101 and president of the National Floorcovering Alliance (NFA), and Kemp Harr discuss the buying group's fall meeting in Anchorage, Alaska.By Floor Focus Magazine

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MasterBrand: Transforming to Better Serve Pros 28:25

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In this episode of the ProSource Podcast, we dive into the transformative journey of MasterBrand's family of brands with Stephanie Pierce, Director of Design and Trends. Discover how MasterBrand is redefining its premium space identity amidst industry challenges and opportunities. Learn about the strategic steps taken to nurture and evolve the bran…

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Santo Torcivia Summarizes His Economic Forecast for Future Growth in the Flooring Business 5:58

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Santo Torcivia, an economist focused on the flooring business, and Kemp Harr summarize a few highlights from Santo’s Market Monitor quarterly report.By Floor Focus Magazine

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Dave Triepke Discusses Business Conditions and Outlook with Universal Metro 6:36

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Dave Triepke, CEO with Universal Metro, and Kemp Harr discuss business conditions and outlook for growth for Dave's commercial flooring contracting business based in Los Angeles.By Floor Focus Magazine

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Episode 20: Beyond the Walls: What’s Happening Outside Your Home 20:26

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While your new home is taking shape on the inside, there’s a lot happening on the outside too — and it’s just as important. In this episode of Built to Last, host Eric Schwarze, Director of Construction at Maykus Homes, is joined by builder Eason Gregg to break down everything that happens on the exterior of your home, including brick, stone, stucc…

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Amie Gilmore Discusses Preperations for the SurfacesTISE Expo in January 2026 7:10

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Amie Gilmore, Show Director for Informa’s Surfaces/TISE expo, and Kemp Harr discuss the highlights for next year as the show opens registration for the Las Vegas residential flooring show scheduled for January 27 - 29, 2026.By Floor Focus Magazine

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Bruce Zwicker Discusses Flooring Demand for First Half of 2025 8:50

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Bruce Zwicker, a flooring industry consultant, and Kemp Harr discuss the segment performance within the flooring industry for the first half of the year and the outlook for the remainder of the year.By Floor Focus Magazine

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Gary Scheidker and Anthony Roopnauth Discuss Taylor Adhesives' Dynamic and PCR Packaging 7:03

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Gary Scheidker and Anthony Roopnauth, director of technical services and technical sales manager, respectively, with Taylor Adhesives, and Kemp Harr discuss Taylor’s Dynamic product and the firm’s shift to recycled packaging.By Floor Focus Magazine

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Episode 19: Built to Endure: The Value of Brick in Custom Home Construction 9:19

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When it comes to exterior materials that deliver on both performance and beauty, brick still stands the test of time. In this episode of Built to Last, host Eric Schwarze, Director of Construction at Maykus Homes, is joined by Reggie Barnes from Acme Brick to explore the benefits, varieties, and lasting value of brick in residential construction. F…

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Episode 3: One Size Misfits All 26:41

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With Kay Sargent, Senior Principal, Director of Thought Leadership, HOK Inclusion is no longer just about access. It’s about performance, connection, and unlocking the full potential of every individual. As our understanding of neurodiversity and sensory wellbeing deepens, it becomes clear that inclusive design isn’t a niche concern - it’s a cataly…

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Christine Zampaglione Discusses Stantons Focus on Interior Decorators with Kravet License 8:13

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Christine Zampaglione, VP of Marketing at Stanton, and Kemp Harr discuss current business conditions and the firm’s focus on building more interior decorator relationships with its new license with the Kravet brand.By Floor Focus Magazine

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Scott Levy Discusses the Business Strategy for Arley Wholesale and Changes in Ownership 6:52

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Scott Levy, the new sole owner of Arley Wholesale, Inc., and Kemp Harr discuss Arley’s fit as a specialized East Coast distributor that’s primarily focused on tile and stone and sundries but also offers some unique resilient products.By Floor Focus Magazine

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Episode 18: Finish Strong: What Happens from Color Through Carpet 19:31

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In this episode of Built to Last, host Eric Schwarze, Director of Construction at Maykus Homes, is joined by builder and President of Maykus Homes, Eason Maykus to walk homeowners through the most detailed part of custom home construction — from paint through carpet installation. They break down each step, including paint, countertops, hardware, el…

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Alex Roberts Discusses Recent Success at the Helm of Roberts Carpet and Fine Floors in Houston 7:04

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Alex Roberts, CEO of Roberts Carpet and Fine Floors, and Kemp Harr discuss the strategy behind her recent growth at the firm’s 9-location independent flooring retail chain in Houston, Texas. Listen to the interview for more details.By Floor Focus Magazine

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Kevin OMeara Discusses Shaws Support of Homes For Our Troops 6:07

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Kevin O’Meara, a veteran and SVP of supply chain and enterprise strategy for Shaw Industries, talks about the importance of the Homes For Our Troops organization for veterans, including one who was paralyzed in Afghanistan. With the help of HFOV, she was able to move into a more accessible home and grow her family.…

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Episode 2: The Art of Active Listening 28:57

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With Dr Nigel Oseland, Founder, Workplace Unlimited Acoustic comfort isn’t just about mitigating problems and reducing noise. It is about the psychological impact of noise, proxemics, which sounds affect us most and least, the importance of visual privacy and our relationships with each other. Exploring with us is Doctor Nigel Oseland, a globally r…

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Episode 17: Surface Decisions: Choosing the Right Countertops and Tile for Your Home 9:40

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With so many materials, colors, and finishes available, choosing countertops and tile can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode of Built to Last, host Eric Schwarze, Director of Construction at Maykus Homes, is joined by Jessica Burns of Arizona Tile to break down the pros, cons, and design considerations of today’s most popu…

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Stephanie Owen Discusses Her Role as Leader of Wood Flooring Trade Association 5:25

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Stephanie Owen, president and CEO of the National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA), and Kemp Harr discuss business conditions and challenges for the wood flooring business and her new role as permanent head of the trade association.By Floor Focus Magazine

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Malisa Maynard Discusses Mohawk's Sustainability Initiatives 8:15

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Malisa Maynard, chief sustainability officer for Mohawk, and Kemp Harr discuss the highlights of last week’s flooring sustainability summit and Mohawk’s recently released 2025 Impact Report.By Floor Focus Magazine

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Embracing Natural Elements and the Art of Lighting with Wren House Design 46:40

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Join us as we dive into the world of interior design with Alyssa Warring, the inspiring force behind Wren House Design. In this episode, Alyssa shares her journey from commercial to residential design, emphasizing the importance of natural materials and client collaboration. Discover her unique five-step process for creating personalized spaces, an…

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Episode 1: Why Comfort Matters 18:34

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With Neil Usher, Chief Workplace and Change Strategist, Sage Comfort is no longer just about the individual. It is aligned to business success by mechanisms we understand better than ever before. It can be linked to productivity, wellbeing, recruitment and retention and even sustainability. Comfort elevates the personal to the collective, a powerfu…

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Sunil Palakodati Discusses Artivo Surfaces Acquisition of the Walker Zanger Anthology Brands 5:52

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Sunil Palakodati, CEO with Artivo Surfaces, and Kemp Harr discuss the recent news that the firm was acquiring the Walker Zanger and Anthology brands from Mosaic.By Floor Focus Magazine

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Jim Lloyd Discusses Cornerstones Acquisition of Craft Croswell 8:48

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Jim Lloyd, president of Cornerstone Commercial Flooring, and Kemp Harr discuss the firm’s acquisition of Craft Croswell. Listen to the interview for more details about these two Starnet members coming together.By Floor Focus Magazine

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Episode 16: Flooring Foundations: Choosing the Right Floors for Every Room 12:56

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Wood floors are timeless—but which type is best for your home, and where should you use it? In this episode of Built to Last, host Eric Schwarze sits down with flooring expert Scott Johnson of East Gate Flooring to break down everything homeowners need to know about choosing the right floor. From understanding hardwood grades and plank sizes to kno…

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Miller McNamara Discusses Growth at Jimmy Lyles Flooring Gallery 6:06

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Miller McNamara, owner of Jimmy Lyle's Flooring Gallery, and Kemp Harr discuss this Mississippi-based flooring dealer’s recent growth and diversity into fabrication.By Floor Focus Magazine

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Scott Banda Ali Cheloei Discuss Use of Climit Site Monitoring for Commercial Flooring Projects 6:28

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Scott Banda, co-founder of Climit, and Ali Cheloei, president of Abbey Commercial Flooring, a commercial flooring contractor in the Washington, D.C. area, discuss the benefit of using Climit site monitoring on job sites to ensure site conditions are within spec before the flooring is installed.By Floor Focus Magazine

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Eric Astrachan Discusses Latest News on India Tile Antidumping Iniative and New Abrasion Test 9:29

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Eric Astrachan, executive director of the Tile Council of North America (TCNA), and Kemp Harr discuss the recent challenge to the Department of Commerce’s ruling that India was not selling tile under fair market value.By Floor Focus Magazine

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Cathy Buchanan Discusses Her Retail Flooring Business and CCA Regional Summer Meetings 6:44

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Cathy Buchanan, owner of Independent Carpet One in Westland, Michigan, and Kemp Harr discuss the pace of sales for 2025 in Cathy's store and CCA Global’s summer regional meetings.By Floor Focus Magazine

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Episode 15: Laying the Foundation for Finishes: Sheetrock, Cabinets, Flooring and Trim 9:03

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What happens after your home is framed and the rough-ins are done? In this episode of Built to Last, host Eric Schwarze sits down once again with Maykus Homes builder Bubba Gregg to walk homeowners through yet another stage of home construction. From sheetrock and texture to trim, paint, cabinetry, and more—Bubba breaks down the sequence, decisions…

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Daltile’s Made in the U.S.A. Impact with Patrick Warren 23:16

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In this episode of The ProSource Podcast, we speak with Patrick Warren, Vice President of Dealer Sales and Showrooms at Daltile. He discusses the history and evolution of Daltile, the significance of their Made in the USA campaign, and the innovative products that Daltile offers. Patrick shares insights into the company's commitment to domestic man…

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Ryan Dunn Discusses Alliance Flooring Annual Meeting 7:15

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Ryan Dunn, co-president and CEO of Alliance Flooring, and Kemp Harr discuss the buying group's recent in Park City, Utah. Listen to the interview to learn more about the timing of the meeting and the awards that were given out to both the members and the suppliers.By Floor Focus Magazine