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These tariffs, part of Canada's retaliatory.. ##### [Tariffs on U.S. Manufactured Carpets under CUSMA (USMCA) Updated April 14, 2025](https://www.bmdmaterials.com/bmdblog/tariffs-on-u.s.-manufactured-carpets-under-cusma-usmca-updated-april-14-2025) Apr 16, 2025 2:35:05 PM Carpets made in the USA – whether commercial floor coverings (e.g. carpet tiles for offices) or residential broadloom – enter Canada duty-free under the Canada–U.S.–Mexico Agreement (CUSMA/USMCA) if.. ##### [The Hidden Cost of Outdated Communication in Construction](https://www.bmdmaterials.com/bmdblog/the-hidden-cost-of-outdated-communication-in-construction) Mar 23, 2025 5:59:55 PM In an industry as large and complex as construction, small inefficiencies can snowball into massive costs. Across the United States and Canada, construction projects still rely heavily on email.. ##### [The Top Flooring Trends in Winnipeg for 2025](https://www.bmdmaterials.com/bmdblog/the-top-flooring-trends-in-winnipeg-for-2025) Mar 9, 2025 7:45:52 PM When it comes to commercial flooring, staying ahead of industry trends is key for developers, architects, and general contractors in Winnipeg. The right flooring choices not only impact aesthetics.. ##### [Trade War and Tariffs effect on the Flooring Industry March 2025](https://www.bmdmaterials.com/bmdblog/trade-war-and-tariffs-effect-on-the-flooring-industry-march-2025) Mar 9, 2025 10:30:00 AM The trade relationship between Canada and the United States has major implications for building materials. In the flooring industry, where products like hardwood, laminate, vinyl, tile, and carpet.. ##### [March 2025 Tarrif Updates for the Flooring Industry](https://www.bmdmaterials.com/bmdblog/march-2025-tarrif-updates-for-the-flooring-industry) Mar 7, 2025 1:59:30 PM The United States and Canada, long-standing trade partners, have recently experienced escalating trade tensions. On February 1, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump signed executive orders imposing 25%.. ##### [Professional Flooring Consultants](https://www.bmdmaterials.com/bmdblog/professional-flooring-consultants) Jan 13, 2025 11:30:00 AM In the dynamic world of commercial construction, every detail contributes to the success of a project. 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