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Related Party Transactions
12 Months Ended
Dec. 28, 2013
Related Party Transactions [Abstract]  
Related Party Transactions Disclosure [Text Block]
RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS

During 2013, the Company purchased a portion of its requirements for polyester fiber from Engineered Floors, an entity controlled by Robert E. Shaw. Mr. Shaw reported holding approximately 10% of the Company's Common Stock, which as of year-end represented approximately 4% of the total vote of all classes of the Company's Common Stock. Engineered Floors is the Company's principal supplier of polyester fiber and polyester broadloom carpet. Total purchases from Engineered Floors for 2013 and 2012 were approximately $12,000 and $8,000, respectively; or approximately 8% of the Company's external yarn and carpet purchases in 2013 and 2012. Purchases from Engineered Floors are based on market value, negotiated prices. The Company has no contractual arrangements or commitments with Mr. Shaw associated with its business relationship with Engineered Floors. Transactions with Engineered Floors were reviewed and approved by the Company's board of directors.

During 2013, the Company entered into a 10-year lease with the Rothman Family Partnership to lease a manufacturing facility as part of the Robertex acquisition. The Rothman Family Partnership includes Robert P. Rothman who is an associate of the Company. Rent paid to the Rothman Family Partnership during 2013 was $127. The lease was based on current market values for similar facilities.