CRI Posts Model Specification for Commercial Carpet
Dalton, GA, July 9, 2014 -- The Carpet and Rug Institute said its Model Specification for Commercial Carpet is now available online at Carpet-Rug.org.
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Mortgage Application Volume Increases Last Week
Washington, DC, July 9, 2014 -- Mortgage application volume rose last week, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.
Ardex Academy Sets Training Dates
Aliquippa, PA, July 9, 2014 -- Ardex Academy offers free classroom and hands-on product installation training at eight locations throughout North America. Participants learn substrate preparation and the newest installation techniques.
CARE Seeking Proposals for PET Market Project
Dalton, GA, July 8, 2014 -- Carpet America Recovery Effort is seeking proposals for a 12-18 month project to demonstrate value-added uses for polyethylene terephthalate (PET) derived from post-consumer PET carpets.
Job Openings at Highest Level Since 2007
Washington, DC, July 8, 2014 -- Job openings in the U.S. rose in April to the highest level since September 2007, according to the Labor Department.
Prince of Wales Hosts Wool Campaign Event
London, England, July 8, 2014 -- To commemorate the fifth anniversary of the Campaign for Wool, the campaign's Patron His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales hosted a major celebration of wool at Clarence House.
Quick-Step Hosts Event for Shelter Charity
Dallas, TX, July 8, 2014 -- Laminate maker Quick-Step recently co-hosted an event to benefit the local charity Dwell With Dignity.
Mortgage Rates Lowest Since Last October
Washington, DC, July 7, 2014 -- Mortgage rates hit 4.12% for a 30-year fixed rate last week, according to Freddie Mac.
Curacao Firm Develops New Locking System
Willemstad, Curacao, July 7, 2014 -- Innovations4Flooring, a technology company formed last year to supply flooring installation products, said it has developed a unique locking system for flooring.
Estillon Wins Export Award in Netherlands
Uden, The Netherlands, July 7, 2014 -- Estillon, a provider of subfloors, carpet underlays and accessories, took third prize for the Fenedex Frank Hauwert Trophy.