Locate interior design-related organizations specializing in acoustics, cleaning, fire protection, flooring, hardware, paint, signage, wallpaper, wood and wallcoverings.

ACOUSTICAL MATERIALS

Acoustical Society of America

ASA serves the widespread interests of its members and the acoustics community in all branches of acoustics, both theoretical and applied.

CLEANING & RESTORATION

Restoration Industry Association

RIA, a leading trade association for cleaning and restoration professionals worldwide, is the foremost authority, trainer and educator in the industry, comprised of more than 1,300 member organizations, representing over 20,000 cleaning and restoration professionals who specialize in the cleaning, treatment and repair of damaged buildings and their contents.

COMPOSITE PANELS

Composite Panel Association

CPA, founded in 1960, represents the North American composite panel industry on technical, regulatory, quality assurance and product acceptance issues. Associate Members include manufacturers of decorative surfaces, furniture, cabinets, and doors and mouldings, as well as laminators, distributors and equipment suppliers.

FIRE PROOFING

Fire Protection Association - Australia

The FPA Australia is Australia’s major technical and educational fire safety organisation aiming to achieve continual improvement in fire safety through active membership and a range of activities.

The Fire Protection Association - United Kingdom

FPA is the UK's national fire safety organisation, established in 1946, was established to protect people, property and the environment by advancing fire prevention and protection techniques.

FLOORING

The Carpet and Rug Institute

CRI headquartered in Dalton, Georgia, consists of manufacturers and suppliers representing over 90% of all carpet and rugs produced in the United States.

Carpet Cushion Council

The CCC educates carpet retailers, manufacturers, distributors and cushion manufacturers about the benefits of carpet cushion, with the objective to provide carpet retailers with tools necessary to improve communication and increase sales.

Maple Flooring Manufacturers Association

MFMA, founded in 1897, is the authoritative source of information about maple flooring and related sports flooring systems. MFMA establishes product quality, performance and installation guidelines; educates end users about safety, performance and maintenance issues; and promotes the use of maple, beech and birch flooring products worldwide.

National Oak Flooring Manufacturers Association

NOFMA, established in 1909, is the only organization to establish and actively enforce grade rules and quality standards for most domestic species of wood flooring. NOFMA establishes quality standards and inspects member mills regularly to ensure those standards are being upheld; offers technical and information services, training and education, complaint inspection services and advocacy and promotion on behalf of its members. NOFMA also boasts the most intensive and comprehensive wood flooring inspector certification program.

HARDSURFACES

Marble Institute of America

MIA has served as the authoritative source of information on standards of natural stone workmanship and practice and the suitable application of natural stone products for over sixty years. Membership includes nearly 2,000 natural stone producers, exporters/importers, distributors/wholesalers, fabricators, finishers, installers, and industry suppliers — all committed to the highest standards of workmanship and ethics.

The Society of American Mosiac Artist

SAMA, founded in 1999, is dedicated to educating, inspiring, and promoting excellence in mosaic fine art. SAMA, with over 800 members, organizes programs, events, and activities that exemplify excellence in mosaics; educates artists and the public regarding contemporary and classical mosaic fine art; provides opportunities for creative and professional growth; and fosters a mosaic community where members are encouraged to explore the full potential of the art.

Tile Council of America

TCNA is an international trade association dedicated to expanding the market for ceramic tile manufactured in North America.

PAINT

International Union of Painters and Allied Trades

IUPAT represents over 140,000 individuals in the United States and Canada who work in the finishing trades as painters, drywall finishers, wallcoverers, glaziers, glass workers, floor covering installers, sign makers, display workers, convention and show decorators, and in many more exciting occupations.

National Paint and Coating Association

Paint manufacturers and raw material suppliers have an opportunity to benefit from cooperative consumer market research through NPCA. The association has operated the Paint Consumer Research Program, or PCRP, for over 20 years. This long history of operation allows subscribers to view not only "snapshots" of the market, but also longer term trends.

Paint and Decorating Retailers Association

PDRA supports the independent dealer and provides members with the tools they need to succeed and prosper.

The Rohm and Haas Paint Quality Institute

Rohm and Haas is a worldwide producer of specialty materials. Rohm and Haas technology is found in paint and coatings, adhesives and sealants, construction materials, personal computers and electronic components, household cleaning goods and thousands of other everyday products.

SIGNAGE

International Sign Association

The ISA, founded in 1944 as the National Electric Sign Association (NESA), is an organization comprised of manufacturers, users and suppliers of on-premise signs and sign products from the 50 U.S. states and 54 additional countries. ISA exists to support, promote and improve the sign industry, which sustains the nation’s retail industry.

TESTING

American Society for Testing and Materials

ASTM International is one of the largest voluntary standards development organizations in the world-a trusted source for technical standards for materials, products, systems, and services. Known for their high technical quality and market relevancy, ASTM International standards have an important role in the information infrastructure that guides design, manufacturing and trade in the global economy.

Materials Research Society

The MRS, founded in 1973, is an organization of materials researchers from academia, industry, and government that promotes communication for the advancement of interdisciplinary materials research to improve the quality of life.

Underwriters Laboratories Inc.

UL is an independent, not-for-profit organization that has been testing and certifying products for safety for more than 108 years. Worldwide, the UL family of companies and its network of service providers include more than 45 laboratory, testing and certification facilities.

WALLPAPER

International Wallcovering Manufacturers Association

IGI is a world-wide not-for-profit organisation dedicated to increasing the ability of wallcovering industry members to solve their business problems and representing the industry before government and standards bodies. Founded in 1950 and headquartered in Belgium, the 55 members of IGI represent the main players of the wallcovering industry - manufacturers and suppliers - active in the five continents of the world.

National Guild of Professional Wallpaper Hangers

NGPP is an organization of wallcovering installers dedicated to superior craftsmanship in the hanging of every type of wallpaper. Founded in 1973, this association has been instrumental in maintaining high standards in the hanging of historic wallpapers, scenic murals, silk papers, bamboo, grasscloth, English pulp papers as well as traditional fabric-backed and paper-backed vinyl materials.

Wallcoverings Association

The mission of the WA is "to advance the welfare of members engaged in the manufacture, distribution and sales of wallcoverings."

WOOD

American Wood Preservers Society

AWPA is a non-profit organization responsible for promulgating voluntary wood preservation standards. AWPA Standards are developed by its technical committees in an ANSI accredited consensus-based process involving individuals from all facets of wood preservation.

Architectural Woodwork Institute

AWI, founded in 1953, is a nonprofit trade association representing nearly 4000 members consisting of architectural woodworkers, suppliers, design professionals and students from around the world.

International Wood Products Association

Founded in 1956, the IWPA is the only association in the United States committed to the promotion and enhancement of trade in the imported hardwood and softwood products industry. IWPA represents 210 companies in more than 30 nations across the globe.

Kitchen Cabinet Manufacturers Association

KCMA is a voluntary non-profit industry trade association originally founded in 1955, with over 360 members located in the United States and Canada who manufacture kitchen cabinets and bath vanities, fabricate countertops or supply goods and services to the industry.

National Wood Flooring Association

The NWFA is a non-profit trade association representing all segments of the hardwood flooring industry, from manufacturers, to distributors, retailers and installers. We provide training and resources for wood flooring professionals to assure you get high-quality flooring that will last a lifetime.

WINDOWCOVERINGS

Window Coverings Association of America

WCAA is the only national non-profit trade association dedicated to the retail window coverings industry and to member dealers, decorators, and workrooms.