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Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Mannington Adura LockSolid Luxury Vinyl Plank - This Changes Everything!

Sun, 17 Oct 2010 12:44:18 +0000

More and more floorings are becoming DIY friendly. Laminate flooring, carpet tiles, vinyl tile and vinyl planks fit most easily in this category. Luxury vinyl planks have gone from completely glued down to

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Congoleum DuraCeramic Reviewed and Tested By Consumer Reports.

Sun, 17 Oct 2010 11:32:47 +0000

Congoleum’s industry leading luxury vinyl tile, DuraCeramic, was recently reviewed and tested by “Consumer Reports”. DuraCeramic Luxury Vinyl Tile scored higher than any other product in the vinyl flooring

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, DuraCeramic with Scotchgard

Thu, 12 Aug 2010 12:15:27 +0000

A customer just posted a question that is very important. “If I order from you, how do I know that I am getting DuraCeramic with Scotchgard?”.

Previously Congoleum made two versions of DuraCeramic (DuraCeramic

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Congoleum DuraCeramic Options? Not Exactly! Let's Review.

Fri, 25 Jun 2010 23:40:40 +0000

Back in February at Surfaces 2010 (annual floor covering trade show), Congoleum showed us their new Luxury Vinyl Tile line called Ovations vinyl tile. The idea behind the line was to service a different market

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Karndean Luxury Vinyl Planks and Tiles

Sun, 07 Feb 2010 17:15:54 +0000

Karndean Flooring is another of latest product line additions. It is amazing, but for years I have visited the nation’s top retailer and admired the vinyl plank flooring in their clothing department. I always

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Milliken Carpets and Rugs

Sun, 07 Feb 2010 15:46:25 +0000

We are pleased to offer Milliken Patterned Carpets as well as Milliken’s Licensed Sports Rugs and their Legato Touch and Legato Embrace carpet tile collections.

Our customers can now buy these beautiful and

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Carpet Prices and The Price of Oil!

Sun, 13 Sep 2009 12:54:09 +0000

Some of the logic of the new carpet price increases is that the price of a barrel of oil has more than doubled in the last 5 months. While that statement is true, 5 months ago oil was at about $36 a barrel, down

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Armstrong Hardwood Flooring Prices and Reviews

Mon, 31 Aug 2009 11:38:13 +0000

A world leader in hardwood flooring, Armstrong has revamped its entire line of hardwood flooring as well as added about 125 new products. One of the hardest hit segments of the floor covering industry during the

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Carpet Tile Squares Bargain Prices

Sun, 23 Aug 2009 14:41:52 +0000

Carpet tile prices have traditionally been very high. They were mainly used for upscale commercial carpet installations such as, airports, office towers, and other high traffic areas. Typical carpet tile prices r

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Royalty Carpet Mills Review

Sat, 15 Aug 2009 14:16:35 +0000

Many years ago I worked for a short time in California for a small company called Western Textile Maintenance. The company either installed, modified, repaired, or relocated carpet manufacturing equipment. One

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Customer Reviews and Satisfaction

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 13:21:15 +0000

Customer reviews about American Carpet Wholesalers of Georgia provided by Google. A reason to smile? Maybe not yet. Although we have a great rating (almost twice as good as any other online flooring retailer), I

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Joy Carpet Tiles and Kids Carpets

Sun, 09 Aug 2009 12:23:36 +0000

The First and Still the Best:
Joy Carpets pioneered fine gauge tufting and introduced the first recreational carpeting, Games People Play Carpet to the industry in 1973. Since that time, Joy Carpet has con

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Mannington Laminate Flooring

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 19:03:00 +0000

American Carpet Wholesalers has just received a truckload of Mannington Laminate Flooring of various patterns I purchased at a great price while attending Surfaces 2009. Several shades of Mannington Laminate

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Congoleum DuraCeramic Reviews and Prices

Sun, 03 May 2009 11:22:00 +0000

Congoleum DuraCeramic continues to be the best selling groutable luxury vinyl tile on the market. It is a great alternative to hard, cold, and high maintenance ceramic tile. I monitor several DIY and

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Hartco Parquet Flooring by Armstrong

Sun, 19 Apr 2009 12:10:00 +0000

We sell several brands of wood parquet flooring but for our money and more importantly for the consumer’s money, the best value and the best quality is the Armstrong Parquet Wood Flooring by Hartco. We have

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Mannington Hardwood Flooring - New Lower Prices

Sun, 19 Apr 2009 11:26:00 +0000

We have always been a fan of Mannington Engineered Hardwood Flooring. But now we have negotiated lower pricing to pass on to our customers. Visit our site to see the selections we have to offer and then call us.

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Floor Covering Installers

Sun, 08 Mar 2009 15:48:00 +0000

First, let me make one thing perfectly clear. I am not an installer. but I did stay at a “Holiday Inn Express” last night. Seriously, I am not an installer, but I am a dealer and over the course of my career I

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Mannington Adura Luxury Vinyl Plank and Tile

Sat, 07 Mar 2009 19:22:00 +0000

I neglected to mention in my previous post that also included in the special purchase of Mannington Flooring are several patterns of Mannington Adura Luxury Vinyl Plank and Mannington Adura Luxury Vinyl Tile.

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Flooring Prices for 2008-2009

Sat, 07 Mar 2009 13:07:00 +0000

All of 2008 we saw unprecedented escalation of the price of oil, resulting in price increases in the flooring industry. Usually every 2-3 months price increases occurred. Now that the price of gasoline hovers

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Nafco Luxury Vinyl Elite Dealer Trip

Sat, 07 Mar 2009 12:08:00 +0000

I have just returned from a wonderful trip to Breckenridge, Colorado sponsored by Nafco for their Elite customers. Everything was first class and all the employees of Nafco involved were extremely

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Meeting with Congoleum

Sat, 07 Feb 2009 10:57:00 +0000

On Tueday, even before the show started, I had an early morning meeting with my friends at Congoleum. Since American Carpet Wholesalers is the largest dealer in the world for Congoleum’s DuraCeramic Luxury Vinyl

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Floor Covering Trade Show - Surfaces 2009

Sat, 07 Feb 2009 10:44:00 +0000

I have just returned from the annual Surfaces floor covering trade show held in Las Vegas. This year I went a couple of days early to watch the Super Bowl with some of my friends at Quick-Step Laminate Floors. I

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Luxury Vinyl Tile Prices

Mon, 26 Jan 2009 10:10:00 +0000

Luxury vinyl tile prices have remained fairly stable over the last few months and we expect that trend to continue as long as oil prices stay at current levels.

Congoleum Duraceramic Tile Prices are the same as

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Green Carpet gets Greener (or just more exposure)

Wed, 21 Jan 2009 11:24:00 +0000

I remember back in the early to mid 90’s when Image Carpet Industries (later becoming part of Mohawk ) first starting reclaiming pop bottles and making beautiful carpets. Initially it was a tough sell. consumers

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, More About Mohawk and Shaw's Trade Show

Tue, 20 Jan 2009 13:02:00 +0000

As I mentioned before, I attended two trade shows last week in Atlanta. At the Shaw Industries’ show I was particularly impressed with the addition to some of their green products line. Namely, Philadelphia

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, It is Floor Covering Trade Show Season

Tue, 20 Jan 2009 12:10:00 +0000

Every year at this time floor covering manufacturers have regional and national trade shows to show new introductions and stimulate awareness of their products. Last week I attended Mohawk Industries and Shaw

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Quick-Step Laminate Flooring

Sat, 17 Jan 2009 13:13:00 +0000

After venting my frustration about Quick Step Laminate’s pricing policies, let me clarify what I think about the product. Fact: Quick Step is the best selling laminate floor on the market in our opinion. There

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Buy Quick-Step Laminate Online?

Wed, 07 Jan 2009 11:11:00 +0000

Buy Quick Step Laminate floors online? Searching for Quick Step Laminate prices online is going to be harder if Unilin (Quick Step’s parent, a Mohawk company) has their way. The manufacturer has increasingly been

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, 2008 A Year of Challenges!

Sun, 04 Jan 2009 16:14:00 +0000

2008 was year of turmoil in the financial and housing markets. For most of us in the flooring industry it has kept us on our toes. For me 2007 was far more challenging. Fortunatley we adjusted our expenses and

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, 12.3 MM Piano Finish Laminate Floors

Sun, 04 Jan 2009 15:23:00 +0000

There have been some high gloss laminates around for a while. But only Lamett Laminate Floors and Alloc Laminate Floors have achieved what was the initial goal. The look, sound , and feel of a truly elegant

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Cheap Laminate Floors or Laminate Floors Cheap!

Sun, 04 Jan 2009 14:19:00 +0000

Believe it or not, there is a difference. Not long ago I was talking with one of my suppliers about prices and why people drive long distances to the Dalton Georgia Carpet Outlets to buy laminate flooring. It was

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, The Face of Competition

Sat, 04 Oct 2008 11:12:00 +0000

As promised in my last post I will show you what floor covering store competition looks like. There are many, many reputable companies in Dalton, Georgia and I am going to show you just a few.

Myer’s Carpet

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Dalton Georgia Carpet Outlets

Mon, 15 Sep 2008 10:51:00 +0000

This post is more about competition and competitor pressure than about touting Dalton, Georgia and Dalton Georgia’s famous carpet outlets. It is well documented that to save big bucks when you buy floor coverings,

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Stainmaster and Shaw Carpet Cushion (Padding)

Mon, 25 Aug 2008 10:20:00 +0000

Much has been written about the importance of quality carpet cushion. Good or better carpet padding provides both acoustical and insulative properties as well as adding longevity to your carpet investment. Some

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, INC Magazine Recognition

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 11:32:00 +0000

For the second year in a row, INC magazine has recognized American Carpet Wholesalers of Georgia as one of the fastest growing companies in America. Last year we were number 4060 on a list of 5000 and this year we

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Questions about Carpet Brands and Styles

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 11:54:00 +0000

Some customers get confused when shopping locally at local home centers and at different retails stores on mill labels:

Karen S. of Sioux City, IA wrote:Hello Karen,

I’m looking to carpet 3 bedrooms in my home.

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, It was July - So what happened?

Fri, 01 Aug 2008 10:54:00 +0000

For as long as I can remember, July has been the worst month of the year for floor covering sales. “It’s July, you may as well take a vacation,” was the phrase most oft used in our industry. In years before the

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Don't Be Afraid of Customer Reviews

Thu, 31 Jul 2008 09:55:00 +0000

……….. unless you have something to be afraid of.

A customer review system is the single most important way to improve any business. We love to know when we have fulfilled an order in such a way that the

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Quick-Step Laminate Rebates

Tue, 29 Jul 2008 17:47:00 +0000

I almost forgot to post info on the Quick Step Laminate Flooring promotion going on July 1st thru September 30. Consumers get from $100 – $150 via mail in rebate directly from Quick Step depending on the floor

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Laminate Flooring. Is one brand better?

Sun, 27 Jul 2008 12:47:00 +0000

At ACWG, we offer laminate flooring from all the most recognizable names. Quick Step Laminate Floors, Pergo Laminate Floors, Mohawk Laminate Floors, Shaw Laminate Floors, and Mannington Laminate Floors are our

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Asian Walnut Wood Flooring (Acacia)

Sun, 27 Jul 2008 12:17:00 +0000

Acacia Asian Walnut Wood Floors at great prices are now available at American Carpet Wholesalers.
Asian Walnut or Acacia is a very tough little tree common to the most arrid areas of Southeast Asia, India,

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Comments from Rug Rag

Sat, 26 Jul 2008 13:28:00 +0000

David from rugrag.com posted a comment about one of my posts. I welcome all comments and post them after reviewing for inappropriate content. I also reviewed David’s site and highly recommend it for info about

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, ......the best carpet...Part 2

Sat, 12 Jul 2008 13:55:00 +0000

Now that you know that I believe there is not a best carpet, only a best carpet for a particular application, let’s explore the manufacturers. Is one better than the other? That depends on who you ask. Not too

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, What is the best ... Carpet..Laminate..Hardwood..Tile? Part 1 Carpet

Wed, 09 Jul 2008 10:12:00 +0000

What is the best carpet? .. the best laminate…the best hardwood? …the best tile? The question is put to me or my staff almost on a daily basis. The answer is pretty much the same for all the different flooring

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Carpet Tiles for Home or Office

Sun, 06 Jul 2008 10:44:00 +0000

We have had several questions about the carpet tiles we offer. Although most are commercial carpet in nature, they can be used residentially. Depending on the pattern you will get a look that is modern and is

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Customer Feedback

Sat, 05 Jul 2008 19:58:00 +0000

Typically most of our customer reviews and feedback are posted on American Carpet Wholesaler’s website. Here are a couple that were sent directly to customer service I would like to share:To: LeAnda SeayWe needed

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Armstrong Raises Hardwood Prices

Sat, 05 Jul 2008 11:03:00 +0000

Press Release From Armstrong:

Lancaster, PA, July 1, 2008 – Armstrong has raised prices on select Armstrong and Bruce hardwood products, effective immediately. Increases in raw materials, transportation, and s

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Mohawk To Raise Hardwood Prices

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 11:17:00 +0000

Press Release From Mohawk:

Dalton, GA, June 26, 2008—Mohawk Industries has announced a price increase on select hardwood products ranging from 3 to 5 percent effective July 14.

A letter announcing the price i

Jerry Bryson wrote a new post, Money is not the only thing Green!

Sat, 21 Jun 2008 02:23:00 +0000

Today I met with manufacturers’ reps to consider two green product lines that we currently do not offer. Cork Floors and Bamboo Floors (Well, we have Bamboo, but this line is priced really great). I am meeting