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 2009 Reed Business Information. Subject to its Terms of Use. Wed, 14 Oct 2009 12:46:47 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6673006.html?nid=3878 Cmi, a manufacturer of braided-texture area rugs, launched a summer photo contest, designed to encourage cmi dealers to completely update their sample displays and maximize effectiveness. Sun, 26 Jul 2009 11:59:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6667898.html?nid=3878 Home Comfort reports a sharp increase in alternate markets outside of traditional gift stores as a direct result of increasing categories, as well as the introduction of the merchandiser on wheels. Mon, 29 Jun 2009 07:41:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6655256.html?nid=3878 Designer Laurie Jenkins, founder and namesake of Laurie Bell Fabrics, makes her latest foray into outdoor decor with the introduction of outdoor performance rugs. Laurie Bell Rugs will incorporate the highest standards for durability with fashionable original designs. “This will be a quantum leap for outdoor rugs,” Jenkins said. Fri, 01 May 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6652663.html?nid=3878 Jaipur Rugs’ manufacturing facility in Jaipur, India has been certified to the Social Accountability International SA 8000 Workplace and Human Rights Standards. Mon, 20 Apr 2009 09:16:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6650814.html?nid=3878 Designer Laurie Jenkins, who became known as an outdoor products trend expert as the founder and namesake of Laurie Bell Fabrics, makes her latest foray into outdoor decor with the introduction of outdoor performance rugs. Laurie Bell Rugs will incorporate the highest standards for durability with fashionable original designs. Mon, 13 Apr 2009 07:00:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6650002.html?nid=3878 Highlighting seasonal product introductions Wed, 01 Apr 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6642708.html?nid=3878 Braided-texture indoor/outdoor area rugs manufacturer, cmi (Colonial Mills, Inc.) has reorganized its sales department by hiring 19 outside, independent sales representatives. The Pawtucket, R.I.-based company had relied on an internal sales staff for several years, but determined this move was important to best maximize cmi’s continued growth. Mon, 09 Mar 2009 06:36:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6644236.html?nid=3878 The Lockhaven chair and ottoman is Taylor King’s latest piece for outdoor living. Transitional styling and Ultra Aire seat cushions highlight the settee, chair and ottoman, suitable for covered outdoor areas. Mainly Baskets recently introduced the Mainly Outdoors line of wicker furniture, featuring a weather-resistant polyethylene wicker over aluminum frames and Sunbrella-covered cushions. Sun, 01 Mar 2009 00:00:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6639380.html?nid=3878 Capel wrapped up the 2009 Winter Market season earlier this month with a show-stopping display at Las Vegas Market. Although attendance was down from the previous year, numbers were higher than expected as buyers turned out in force to see Capel's fresh styles for 2009. Mon, 23 Feb 2009 13:26:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6630902.html?nid=3878 Capel Rugs celebrated the grand opening of its new San Francisco showroom. Wed, 21 Jan 2009 07:06:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6628482.html?nid=3878 Atlanta-based rug manufacturer Jaipur unveiled a new range of indoor-outdoor rugs. Mon, 12 Jan 2009 09:08:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6617074.html?nid=3878 Tri Vantage now offers the Sunbrella Renaissance Collection of area rugs and accessories. Mon, 24 Nov 2008 08:17:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6610276.html?nid=3878 Anji Mountain Bamboo Rug Co. has initiated a special holiday promotion for all dealers through Jan. 31, 2009. Fri, 31 Oct 2008 06:51:00 PST http://www.casualliving.com/article/CA6602431.html?nid=3878 Capel Rugs has opened two state-of-the-art rug galleries. Tue, 07 Oct 2008 08:15:00 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