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Tarkett introduces Living Contours carpet collection. October 1, 2026 Solon, Ohio - Tarkett has expanded its soft-surface portfolio with Living Contours, a carpet collection designed for senior living environments. The collection draws inspiration from natural terrain, incorporating subtle geometry, organic patterns and tonal variations. Its designs reflect the movement of wind and water across landscapes. "Movement within nature leaves behind contours that define surface and form. Wind traces the land, water carves gentle paths," said Omoleye Simmons, vice president of design for Tarkett North America. "These markings evolve, layer by layer, creating patterns that feel both fluid and grounded." Six coordinated styles. Living Contours features six styles, each available in nine colorways. Designers can specify the collection across Powerbond hybrid carpet, ethos carpet tile and Flex-Aire cushion carpet tile. "Each pattern in Living Contours reflects the subtle geometry of shifting terrain lines that bend, converge and disperse," Simmons added. "Texture and tonal variation build through accumulation. Shapes emerge through repetition." The six patterns include: * Ridge Veil: Softened geometry and layered depth create a calm, cohesive appearance. * Canopy Thread: Abstract forms and layered light introduce subtle movement across the surface. * Fernmark: A softened zigzag pattern creates a feathered texture with an organic appearance. * Stone Current: Moss-like textures and circular patterns reflect gradual movement and continuity. * Mossline: Interconnected forms and subtle variations create an evolving geometric pattern. * Juniper Trace: Evenly spaced accents and textured layers deliver a balanced design. Designers can customize the collection's colors through Tarkett's Carpet Recoloring Studio. The tool is part of the free Tailored by Tarkett visualizer suite. The platform allows designers to explore layouts, save swatches and find coordinating wall bases. Performance and sustainability features. Tarkett engineered Living Contours to provide durability, permanent stain resistance and underfoot comfort in senior living spaces. Powerbond hybrid carpet offers moisture management and durability for demanding environments. Its chemically welded seams create an impermeable moisture barrier across the floor. This construction helps prevent conditions that encourage microbial growth. Powerbond RS is the first soft-surface flooring to earn Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly certification. Testing showed that dry vacuuming removed 95% of allergens. The ethos carpet tile option provides a non-PVC solution for high-traffic environments. It contains up to 78% recycled content and holds Cradle to Cradle Certified Silver v. 5.0 certification. The product is also Declare Red List Free. Tarkett can recycle the ethos backing into new backing through its ReStart take-back and recycling program. Omnicoat Technology helps protect installations against moisture, pH levels and residual adhesives, including on challenging substrates. Flex-Aire cushion carpet tile provides added underfoot comfort for spaces where occupants frequently stand or walk. Its construction also helps keep liquids and soil near the surface for easier cleaning and maintenance. All three flooring options feature Tarkett's proprietary Dynex SD fiber system.The cationic nylon yarn uses 100% recycled fiber resin and features Eco-Ensure fluorine-free soil protection technology. Eco-Ensure holds a Cradle to Cradle Certified Material Health Certificate at the Gold level. The entire Living Contours collection qualifies for Tarkett's ReStart take-back and recycling program. Living Contours also joins the Tarkett Solution SPECtrum, which brings together flooring, accessories and customizable design options.

Tarkett debuts 'In the Making' carpet collection. September 2, 2026 Solon, Ohio - Tarkett has launched In the Making, a new carpet collection designed for education and workplace environments. The collection draws inspiration from the creative process and the ways ideas gradually take shape. It includes three patterns: Traced, Preparation and Gestural. "Rooted in restraint and nuance, In the Making captures the conscious contemplation where creativity is formed," said Omoleye Simmons, vice president of design for Tarkett North America. "Each style is an exploration of subtle movement, softened geometry and textural depth - bringing rhythm, balance and visual interest without overwhelming the space." Tarkett offers the three styles in 12 colorways. Each is available in ethos carpet tile, Flex-Aire cushion carpet tile and Powerbond hybrid carpet. Three patterns inspired by the creative process. Traced features a layered, cross-directional linear pattern. The design creates a textural grid with subtle movement. Tarkett drew inspiration from the marks and imprints left behind during the creative process. Preparation uses an abstract, deconstructed linear pattern to create movement and layered texture. Its hand-painted aesthetic brings a contemporary look to commercial interiors. Gestural translates expressive, freeform mark-making into a modular pattern. Scattered rectangles and rhombus-like shapes create a less structured composition designed to evoke spontaneity. Multiple performance options. All three styles are available in three constructions, giving designers options for different performance and comfort needs. Powerbond hybrid carpet is designed for demanding environments. It provides durability, moisture management and ease of maintenance. Chemically welded seams create a wall-to-wall impermeable moisture barrier. Powerbond RS was the world's first Certified Asthma & Allergy Friendly soft surface flooring, according to Tarkett. Testing showed dry vacuuming can remove 95% of allergens. Ethos carpet tile is designed for high-traffic spaces that require easier installation. It is non-PVC, Cradle to Cradle Certified Silver v. 5.0 and Declare Red List Free. It also contains up to 78% recycled content. Tarkett can recycle the ethos backing into new material through its ReStart take-back and recycling program. The product also features Omnicoat Technology. The barrier helps prevent moisture, pH or previous adhesives from affecting installation. Flex-Aire cushion carpet tile combines durability with underfoot comfort. Tarkett designed it for environments where people stand or walk for extended periods. Its construction also helps keep liquids and soil at the surface for easier cleaning. Powerbond, ethos and Flex-Aire use Dynex SD, a premium cationic nylon made with 100% recycled fiber resin. Tarkett also treats the products with Eco-Ensure, a fluorine-free soil protection technology. Eco-Ensure holds a Cradle to Cradle Certified Material Health Certificate at the Gold level. The technology helps resist soiling from oils and organic materials while supporting low-VOC emissions. The entire In the Making collection is part of Tarkett's ReStart take-back and recycling program.