Carpet has been made right here in the USA for over 100 years. You’ll find steadier prices, reliable quality, and no tariffs. Stop by our Middletown showroom to explore American-made options from Mohawk, DreamWeaver and more—smart choices for today’s economy.
Tariffs, inflation, price hikes—oy vey, what’s a homeowner to do?!
It’s a question we're hearing more often. Between fluctuating tariffs and global supply chain issues, homeowners are unsure about how to avoid uncertain prices. The good news? Not everything is feeling the pinch of inflation—especially when it comes to carpet and luxury vinyl plank.
Carpet has been manufactured in the U.S. for over 100 years—often in Georgia—which is home to major brands such as Mohawk Industries and DreamWeaver. For these floors, many of the supply and transportation issues affecting overseas goods simply don’t apply. There’s no waiting on container ships, no tariffs on imported materials, and fewer fuel surcharges driving up costs. In short, since the product is made close to home, the price is far more stable.
Many of those same carpet manufacturers have expanded into luxury vinyl plank (LVP) flooring. So, if you need wall-to-wall carpet for your bedrooms and durable vinyl plank in your bathrooms and kitchen, we have plenty of options made right here in the USA.
If you’re navigating today’s tricky economy and looking for flooring that balances value, quality, and style, come visit us. You’ll find an extensive selection of American-made carpets and vinyl plank flooring and our team will happily help you find the right product for your home.
If you have any questions about tariffs or USA-made floors, give us a call at 401-214-0285 or visit our showroom. We serve customers throughout Rhode Island and southeastern New England, including Newport, Middletown, Jamestown, Portsmouth, Bristol and more.
About Ken: Ken Fain is the co-owner of Island Carpet in Middletown, RI and a floorcovering veteran of more than 40 years. His popular 'Ask Ken' video series answers common flooring questions on a variety of topics. It has reached thousands of viewers on both YouTube and Facebook.
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