Tarkett USA

Contractor Resources & Renovation Strategy

The True Price of Cheap Floors: Understanding Total Cost of Ownership Before You Buy

When evaluating flooring options, the sticker price is rarely the whole story. A rigorous look at maintenance cycles, replacement timelines, and environmental wear factors reveals that premium flooring investments frequently outperform budget alternatives over a 10- to 20-year horizon. This analysis equips contractors and facility managers with the frameworks needed to make financially sound flooring decisions.

Jul 21, 2026

Workplace Design & Wellness

Timeless vs. Trendy: How to Identify Flooring Designs Built to Last

Not every flooring trend that captures attention at a trade show or in a design publication has the staying power to justify a long-term investment. Drawing on insights from design professionals and Tarkett's own trend research, this article examines the characteristics that separate enduring flooring aesthetics from passing fads — and offers practical guidance for making confident, future-proof selections.

Jul 21, 2026

Contractor Resources & Renovation Strategy

Floor It Right: A Contractor's Tactical Guide to Flooring Choices That Maximize Rehab Returns

For contractors and investors working residential rehabs, flooring decisions carry outsized weight in determining final sale price, days on market, and net profit margin. Choosing the wrong material—or installing the right one poorly—can quietly erode thousands of dollars from a project's bottom line. This guide breaks down the strategic flooring choices that consistently deliver the strongest return on investment across different US markets and property types.

Jul 21, 2026

Workplace Design & Wellness

Bringing the Outside In: How Biophilic Flooring Is Reshaping the Modern American Workplace

Forward-thinking companies across the United States are turning to nature-inspired flooring materials to cultivate healthier, more productive work environments. From wood-look luxury vinyl to cork and natural stone, biophilic flooring choices are no longer a design luxury—they are becoming a strategic business investment. Facility managers and interior designers are discovering that the floor beneath employees' feet plays a significant role in shaping how people feel and perform at work.

Jul 21, 2026