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  • Innovative Tiles

    Innovative Tiles: Ceramic tiles are no longer limited to 8x8 or 12x12 sizes; industry-leading innovator StonePeak designs tile in 48-inch sizes, all the up to 5 ft. x 10 ft., with potentially larger sizes to come. Meet Todd Ward with StonePeak High-Tech Porcelain, who discusses the company’s innovative tile offerings and uses in retail.

  • Lowe's outlines 2015 sustainability initiatives

    Lowe's outlined its progress in meeting its sustainability objectives in its 2014 Social Responsibility Report.

  • Survey: Tax refunds could be boon to retail spending

    New York -- A majority (66%) of U.S. consumers expect to receive a tax refund this year, according to a consumer survey sponsored by the International Council of Shopping Centers. And 47% of these consumers plan to use their refunds on goods and services, including apparel, electronics and convenience items.

  • Color Commentary

    For some retailers, earthtones are the color palette of today; for others, bright white sets merchandise off to perfection. Meet Brian Foster of Paint Folks as he discusses trends in paint colors and how his company offers more than just paint.  
     

  • Ikea breaks ground on Las Vegas store

    Las Vegas -- Ikea has broken ground for its future Las Vegas store.

    The 351,000-sq.-ft. store will be built on 26 acres along the northern side of Interstate-215 at Durango Drive, near Sunset Road. Ikea has contracted with R&O Construction to build the project, and store plans reflect the same unique architectural design for which Ikea stores are known worldwide.

  • Avoid Floor Failures

    Having reliable concrete slab moisture information is key to selecting the right product before installation, as well as avoiding flooring failures after installation. Independent Floor Testing and Inspection (IFTI) is the North American specialist in third-party independent testing for the construction and architectural community.  Meet Lee Eliseian of IFTI, as he discusses how to launch an accurate, independent risk management program designed to prevent or solve flooring issues and failures.

     

  • American Eagle teams up with Brad Pitt on recycling

    American Eagle is leveraging the star power of Brad Pitt to launch an innovative denim recycling program that will put needy people in affordable homes.

    Customers can bring their old denim into any of American Eagle Outfitters’ 823 stores throughout the U.S. and Canada and receive a 20% discount on a new pair of jeans. Any collected unwearable denim will be shredded and recycled into UltraTouch Denim Insulation and other building materials for use in Make It Right’s affordable homes around the country.

  • It's an omnichannel spring at Home Depot

    New for spring at the world's largest home improvement retailer: an integrated shopping experience.

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