From Logistics Precision to a New Flooring Chapter
This article was originally published in Patch.com on March 6, 2026.
(Seattle, WA., March 6) Brian Jackson has spent the last 25 years making sure freight moved across America on time – managing schedules, budgets, and deadlines with the kind of precision the logistics world demands. His wife Stephanie also started in that business, which was how the two met but left soon after their son was born 22 years ago. Now, the husband-and-wife team is bringing that same discipline to a vastly different kind of delivery: a superior flooring experience for homeowners and businesses across the South Seattle area with the opening of their Floor Coverings International ® serving Burien, SeaTac, Tukwila, Kent, Renton, and Covington.
After two decades living locally and building deep roots in the community-coaching kids’ baseball, basketball, and soccer teams and getting to know neighbors block by block—the Jacksons wanted a business that felt personal. “In logistics, you can do everything right and still feel disconnected from the impact,” they shared. “Now we get to work with families, in their homes, and help them create spaces they’re proud of. That’s incredibly rewarding.”
“I started a small home-based business called Hot Sacks in 2009,” said Stephanie. “I wanted to build a business that allowed me to be at home to raise the kids. It’s still very much an ongoing business and I will continue to serve my Hot Sack customers while helping to start our new flooring business.”
Floor Coverings International is designed for modern life and busy schedules, anchored by one standout innovation: the Mobile Flooring Showroom™. Instead of spending weekends bouncing between stores and hauling heavy sample boards, customers can compare more than 3,000 flooring options right at home-next to their cabinets, wall colors, furniture, and natural light. The showroom comes to the door, making it easier to see what truly fits and to make confident decisions for every flooring project and investment.
Brian serves as the design associate, guiding customers through product choices and style decisions, while Stephanie runs operations as office manager-keeping communication clear, timelines tight, and projects moving smoothly. Together, they bring a coordinated, step-by-step approach that feels familiar to anyone who’s ever wished a home project could run more like a well-managed plan.
The Jacksons are especially energized by what they’re seeing in today’s flooring trends. Carpet remains a favorite— particularly in bedrooms, where homeowners want softness and warmth. On the hard-surface side, demand continues to climb for laminates and luxury vinyl plank (LVP), especially options that deliver the look of authentic wood with everyday durability. Across the system, the biggest crowd-pleasers are pet- and kid-friendly floors that clean up easily-often with a simple damp mop-while still looking beautifully elevated.
Homeowners are also asking for materials and performance that match real-world living: sustainable laminate made with eco-conscious inputs such as recycled wood fibers; realistic wood visuals that keep getting better with innovative technology; and waterproof performance that feels especially appealing in the face of increasingly unpredictable weather. Vinyl continues to advance as well, offering convincing natural wood and stone looks paired with low-maintenance cleanup. For those who love the cozy comfort of carpet, today’s styles lean toward modern flat piles, textures, and patterned looks rather than shag. And for clients seeking true luxury, engineered hardwood remains a premium option- featuring real wood veneers with impressive detail and high-quality construction.
Floor Coverings International | South Seattle is now open and scheduling in-home consultations throughout Burien, SeaTac, Tukwila, Kent, Renton, and Covington.
To learn more or to book an appointment with the Mobile Flooring Showroom™, visit floorcoveringsinternational.com/locations/us/wa/south-seattle or contact the Jacksons at (253) 499-0202. Media inquiries may be directed to brian.jackson@fcifloors.com or stephanie.jackson@fcifloors.com.
About Floor Coverings International
Floor Coverings International is the #1 flooring franchise in North America with over 300 locations between the U.S. and Canada. Known for its unique customer experience and Mobile Flooring Showroom™, the business model brings over 3000 flooring samples to the customer’s door. For more information, please go to www.floorcoveringsinternational.com.
