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10/07/2021

There’s an old saying in the business world: the customer is always right. Now, we all know that isn’t actually true (especially in specialized industries like flooring), but the idea has become accepted by both businesses and customers across the globe.

The truth of the matter is this: the customer isn’t always right, but your customer service should make them FEEL like they are. Here are a few tips to help you improve your customer service in your flooring showroom.

Read on: https://vendorpricebook.wordpress.com/2021/08/09/five-ways-to-improve-customer-service-at-your-flooring-business/

10/07/2021

While crisp golden and crimson leaves cover the ground outdoors, 2021 fall and winter flooring trends make an impression indoors. Here are a few popular products coming to stores this season. As always, hardwood flooring tops the list. At least, anything that looks like hardwood flooring, that is. Faux wood products are more practical than real wood, so the happy middle ground is…...

While crisp golden and crimson leaves cover the ground outdoors, 2021 fall and winter flooring trends make an impression indoors. Here are a few popular products coming to stores this season. As al…

10/02/2021

VendorPriceBook’s map feature allows Vendors to search by ZIP code, destination, city, state and keywords so they can easily expand their retailer base! Are you running your flooring business efficiently? http://VendorPriceBook.com can help -- try it free at http://vendorpricebook.com

09/30/2021

Sourcing for Flooring Retailers: What You Can Do: COVID-19 had a significant impact on the flooring industry in unexpected ways. On the one hand, it was affected adversely by transitioning with appointment-only showroom visits, reduced staff, stricter sanitation, masks, and social distancing, which caused a decrease in walk-in clientele. On the other hand, business increased with the “Shelter in Place” mandate causing people to look at their homes more closely as long as they had to be there, many deciding to make upgrades.

Read on: https://vendorpricebook.wordpress.com/2021/09/16/sourcing-for-flooring-retailers-what-you-can-do/

COVID-19 had a significant impact on the flooring industry in unexpected ways. On the one hand, it was affected adversely by transitioning with appointment-only showroom visits, reduced staff, stri…

09/26/2021

As flooring retailers, we are always surrounded by beautiful tiles. It's easy to lose sight or perhaps not even be aware of the journey tile making has undergone through the ages. The history of ceramic and stone flooring is long and interesting. https://vendorpricebook.wordpress.com/2021/09/23/history-of-ceramic-and-stone-tiles/

09/24/2021

Flooring: Tips and Strategies for Upselling

If you were ordering a hamburger at your favorite fast-food restaurant, the server may suggest you try their dinner special that includes not just a hamburger, but also a drink and two sides.

Floor sales are no different. Providing customers with the best flooring options for their budget can be rewarding. They might benefit from additional items? Maybe you could interest them in different features?

https://vendorpricebook.wordpress.com/2021/09/24/flooring-tips-and-strategies-for-upselling/

09/23/2021

As flooring retailers, we are always surrounded by beautiful tiles. It's easy to lose sight or perhaps not even be aware of the journey tile making has undergone through the ages. The history of ceramic and stone flooring is long and interesting. With so many setbacks, it's truly a wonder that we have such a vibrant industry today. Flooring Through the Ages…...

As flooring retailers, we are always surrounded by beautiful tiles. It’s easy to lose sight or perhaps not even be aware of the journey tile making has undergone through the ages. The history…

09/22/2021

What's Carbon Neutral Flooring? Let's take a look at how some flooring manufacturers are trying to help the environment:
https://vendorpricebook.wordpress.com/2021/09/20/carbon-neutral-flooring/ Shaw Floors Interface Forbo Flooring Systems Tarkett

09/20/2021

According to the Global Status Report, building and construction accounts for 39% of global carbon emissions. With climate change a global issue in the forefront of everyone’s minds, many top companies are making changes to reduce their carbon footprint, and the flooring sector is no exception. In recent years, flooring manufacturers have questioned how they can make further changes towards a positive impact on our planet, and carbon neutral flooring seems to be the answer....

According to the Global Status Report, building and construction accounts for 39% of global carbon emissions. With climate change a global issue in the forefront of everyone’s minds, many top compa…

09/16/2021

COVID-19 had a significant impact on the flooring industry in unexpected ways. On the one hand, it was affected adversely by transitioning with appointment-only showroom visits, reduced staff, stricter sanitation, masks, and social distancing, which caused a decrease in walk-in clientele. On the other hand, business increased with the “Shelter in Place” mandate causing people to look at their homes more closely as long as they had to be there, many deciding to make upgrades....

COVID-19 had a significant impact on the flooring industry in unexpected ways. On the one hand, it was affected adversely by transitioning with appointment-only showroom visits, reduced staff, stri…

09/14/2021

Growing B2B leads is about making connections with people, one at a time. With the pandemic and many things turning (at least temporarily) to the virtual world, it's important to learn how to network online. An easy, free way to find potential leads with Linkedin without bots or automation is to study a business's website in the flooring industry. Read their overview and then search their list of employees....

Growing B2B leads is about making connections with people, one at a time. With the pandemic and many things turning (at least temporarily) to the virtual world, it’s important to learn how to…

09/13/2021

In today’s world, it's more important than ever for flooring businesses to have a website. Think about it— Where is the first place you go to search for a business? Your answer was likely Google. One study found that 91% of adults use search engines as means of gathering information, and 83% of those users choose Google. Without an internet presence, customers are not able to find you, which essentially means you do not exist....

In today’s world, it’s more important than ever for flooring businesses to have a website. Think about it— Where is the first place you go to search for a business? Your answer was likely Goo…