Founded in 1993, CFI is the acronym for the International Certified Floorcovering Installers Association, Inc.,
in Kansas City, Missouri with affiliates in South Africa, Japan, UK, Australia, China and growing every day.

Union – Independent Association?

       CFI - Association of independent and union Installers who display professionalism within the industry

What does CFI offer the Industry?

       A better level of qualified Installers through the CFI Certification process

       Accountability – Complaint Committee

       A strong voice of growing numbers

       Resource through the CFI Directory and Internet for Manufacturers and End Users’

What does CFI want?

       The Industry to recognize individuals who are committed to providing a quality installation

       Fair compensation $$$ for those that strive for professionalism

       A level playing field with Manufacturers and Retailers

What can CFI do for YOU?

       Provide you a VOICE in the Industry

       Test your skills and assist in developing those skills to become a more qualified craftsperson

       Promote YOU through a national directory and the Internet www.cfiinstallers.com

       Promote awareness as to the value of a Certified Installer through the Media, Internet and Seminars

       Education through CFI Chapters

       GREATEST BENEFIT - Self-respect and an attitude adjustment, resulting in self-confidence!

How do I become a CFI Installer?

       Go through the Certification process available at locations throughout the USA Main Levels - Residential I – II and Commercial I – II and Master or Master-II for continuing education

What does CFI want from ME?

       A more positive attitude on Monday morning

       A first impression that makes not breaks an installation; professionalism, a clean appearance

       Clean truck – no beer cans, clutter on the dashboard – more organized

       If problems occur on the jobsite, ability to work with the salesperson and provide education

CFI Certification is the FIRST step!

       YOU must continue YOUR education! It never ends! There is no Installer that knows it all.

       Too many Installers “Talk the Talk,” but they don’t “Walk the Walk.”

CFI will NOT do for YOU!

       Tell you to go out the day following Certification and demand a raise

       Get involved with civil issues between a Retailer and an Installer… a Retailer who did not pay for services or an Installer who did not pay another Installer

YOU can do for CFI... .

       Promote the organization to your peers

       The stronger we are as an organization, the more we can make a difference in the Industry

       Quit saying that “nothing is going to change” – it won’t unless YOU DECIDE TO CHANGE!

       Too many Installers think that CFI is going to do all the work

       Not so, each Installer must decide what can be done to help CFI to grow so it will benefit them

CFI is THE voice for the Installation Industry

       Is no longer only carpet-affiliated – Hard surface aligning with CFI because of growth of the organization?

       Hard Surface Division - Armstrong, Ceramic Tile Education Foundation, Pergo, Kahrs and growing

       The Partners see the value of the CFI Certification process

       WFCA Association is the single largest contributor to CFI because of the value to the industry

       Abundant education

       Awareness of professional Installers

       Installation Contest – Annually at Surfaces promoting “The Best of the Best”