Soft surface carpet tile is gaining momentum in 2025 as both commercial and residential customers discover its versatility, comfort, and design potential. While hard surface options like luxury vinyl and hardwood have dominated flooring conversations for years, carpet tile, alongside area rugs, is bringing renewed interest to the soft surface category.

2025 carpet industry trends are showing a powerful resurgence, blending historical roots with modern design and eco-conscious innovation. After years of being overshadowed by hard surfaces like hardwood and vinyl, carpet is making a comeback—offering homeowners, designers, and builders renewed opportunities to enhance spaces with texture, warmth, and visual personality.

Chicagoland retirement community flooring requires careful consideration to ensure residents' comfort and safety. Selecting the right flooring is crucial for maintaining a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment. With the help of Scharm Floor Covering’s trusted partners—Tarkett, Altro, Mohawk Group, and Shaw Contract—retirement communities can access a wide range of senior-friendly flooring solutions tailored to the unique needs of aging residents.