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Bathroom Behaviors: Changing Customer Expectations Are Reshaping Bathrooms

bathroom remodeling, bathroom building, customer expectations, custom design elements

Bathroom behaviors are changing. We don’t mean that people have finally agreed on which way the paper rolls or proper hand-washing etiquette. We mean behaviors have changed in design, specifically the addition of custom design elements. What used to be a standard bathroom order now includes custom glass showers, tailored cabinetry, and carefully coordinated tile or flooring. These shifts in customer expectations are reshaping bathroom building from a manufacturing standpoint, not just a design one. To keep up, manufacturers…

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Color of the Year 2026: Design Trends Meet Configuration

color of the year, color palletes, design trends, window fashions, furniture, flooring, kitchen and bath

Every year, the announcement of the color of the year sparks excitement across design, architecture, and manufacturing. For 2026, two leading paint brands have unveiled their picks so far: Sherwin-Williams – Universal Khaki: a fresh, versatile neutral that works with both warm and cool palettes Benjamin Moore – Silhouette: a dark, mysterious brownish-gray that adds depth and sophistication These selections are more than just visual inspiration. They influence design trends across furniture, kitchen and bath, and window fashions. They…

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Flooring Companies Can Streamline Operations with Frontier ERP

flooring companies, streamline operations, manufacturing management

Flooring companies operate in a tough environment. They juggle rising raw material costs, supply chain disruptions, workforce shortages, and growing demands for product innovation and sustainability. At the same time, they must ensure consistent product quality and meet tight customer deadlines. Running such a complex operation without a centralized system often leads to inefficiencies, errors, and higher costs. That’s why more flooring manufacturers are turning to Frontier ERP. With its focus on manufacturing management, Frontier helps businesses streamline operations…

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