News and new introductions of weather and stain resistant rugs for outdoor, porch and patio use. en-us http://www.casualliving.com/community/Outdoor+Rugs/47521.html?nid=3878 2008 Reed Business Information. Subject to its Terms of Use. Tue, 07 Oct 2008 06:35:42 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6601425.html?nid=3878 For the third consecutive year, Couristan has been recognized by Home Decorators Collection for having the lowest return rate in the catalog’s area rug category. Thu, 02 Oct 2008 09:49:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6573296.html?nid=3878 Capel Incorporated will debut a lively and eclectic assortment of new rug collections, colors, shapes and designs this summer, including one from the growing Capel Anywhere division. Wed, 25 Jun 2008 12:42:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6556781.html?nid=3878 Designs once reserved for indoor use appeared with new outdoor capabilities at the High Point Market. “A natural extension” was the way manufacturers described their directions outward. “Our customer doesn’t just live inside,” said Pride Sasser, whose accent furniture was among the high-end manufacturers unveiling indoor/outdoor designs. Thu, 01 May 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6553165.html?nid=3878 Colonial Mills, Inc., a manufacturer of braided-texture area rugs, named Roy Evans as vice president of sales and marketing. Mon, 21 Apr 2008 00:18:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6550760.html?nid=3878 Couristan unveiled several new weather-resistant floor fashions during last week’s High Point Market, High Point, N.C. In addition to showcasing traditional indoor area rug designs, the company launched Everhome, an outdoor/indoor collection, and also expandied its popular outdoor Recife and Five Seasons collections. Fri, 11 Apr 2008 06:16:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6549903.html?nid=3878 This season’s outdoor rugs styles focus on the natural – whether constructed from natural elements lending to weather-friendly designs or showcasing prints inspired from the outdoors such as trees, leaves, shells and florals. Either way, the outdoor living area is pulled together once an area rug is placed underfoot. Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6550505.html?nid=3878 The High Point Market returns to the Furniture Capital of the World this month with plenty of furniture introductions and stylish home accessories in the mix. From April 7-13, buyers are sure to find new items to display on their showroom floors. Tue, 01 Apr 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6537310.html?nid=3878 Colonial Mills, Inc., is celebrating its 30th anniversary year by embarking on a new direct mail campaign designed to encourage retailers to take a closer look at braided-texture rugs. Mon, 03 Mar 2008 06:48:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6538609.html?nid=3878 In celebration of its 30th anniversary year, Colonial Mills, Inc. will hold 2007 pricing on all of its products throughout 2008. The Pawtucket, R.I.-based manufacturer of braided-texture area rugs and accessories also embarked on a direct mail campaign designed to encourage retailers to take a closer look at braided-texture rugs. Sat, 01 Mar 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6531925.html?nid=3878 Homespice Décor was recently awarded an AmericasMart Atlanta's Best of Floor Award for its outstanding display of the firm's top-selling Out-Durable rug. Wed, 13 Feb 2008 06:57:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6524198.html?nid=3878 The National Hardware Show has aligned its management team to focus efforts on the customer experience through enhanced programming, strengthening key partnerships and alliances and identifying and cultivating new retail visitor growth. Mon, 21 Jan 2008 12:24:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6522472.html?nid=3878 Moods of buyers and exhibitors were mixed as the Atlanta International Gift and Home Furnishings Market cranked into motion last week. By the time the temporary exhibits opened on Friday, AmericasMart was buzzing with buyers. Mon, 14 Jan 2008 09:07:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6517582.html?nid=3878 Following a busy 2007, Capel completed the redesign of its Atlanta showroom in time for the Atlanta International Gift and Home Furnishings Market this week. Mon, 07 Jan 2008 07:19:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6516657.html?nid=3878 Capel RuGs promoted Bruce Hric to the permanent position of president and CEO of Capel, Inc. Jesse Capel, director and owner, explained the company's preference to promote from within, paired with Hric's innate ability to unite all levels of management, made Hric a clear choice. "He has served exceptionally well as acting president and CEO for the last year," Capel said. Tue, 01 Jan 2008 00:00:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6509918.html?nid=3878 Capel’s board of directors promoted Bruce Hric, interim president and chief executive officer, to the permanent position of president and CEO of Capel, Inc. Wed, 05 Dec 2007 11:35:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6497310.html?nid=3878 In a move designed to expand and capitalize on the growth of its popular accent rug lines, Carefree and Homefires Living parent company, Cresc Corporation, is expanding its temporary exhibit space in the Atlanta and New York international gift markets, as well as in the showrooms of its sales representatives across the country. Mon, 05 Nov 2007 06:19:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6477002.html?nid=3878 The 54 booths in the Center of Excellence for outdoor furniture stayed busy during the Spoga trade show, although several exhibitors were looking ahead toward this week’s Maison et Objet in Paris or next week’s Casual Market in Chicago. Mon, 10 Sep 2007 06:51:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6465111.html?nid=3878 Today's lounge chairs are nothing like those in years past. Double lounges, daybeds, creatively configured chaises and hammocks have had a makeover, bringing out current styles and trends for today's homeowners. There is nothing plain about these new lounge chairs. Wed, 01 Aug 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6458418.html?nid=3878 This season's indoor-outdoor rug introductions bring a breath of fresh air — and inspired designs — to the industry. What started out as plain doormats years ago has expanded to a new category. Today's outdoor-friendly rugs boast the same design and color inspiration found inside the home — from fun leopard prints to more subtle, neutral florals. Sun, 01 Jul 2007 00:00:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6453553.html?nid=3878 William H. Lyon and Catherine A. Galbreath will receive 2007 Lifetime Achievement Awards, the Casual Furniture Retailers Association and the Summer and Casual Furniture Manufacturers Association announced. Tue, 19 Jun 2007 13:34:00 PST