Today's Flooring News

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ISM Manufacturing Index Better Than Expected

Washington, DC, Sept. 3, 2013 -- The July Institute for Supply Management manufacturing index rose to 55.7 from 55.4 the previous month.

CRI Revises Commercial Model Specification

Dalton, GA, Sept. 3, 2013 -- The Carpet and Rug Institute has released a revised edition of its commercial model specification that is contains important information on carpet performance characteristics.

Spanish Tile Association Launching Competition

Madrid, Spain, Sept. 3, 2013 -- The Spanish Ceramic Tile Manufacturers’ Association ASCER is launching the 12th Tile of Spain Awards in Architecture and Interior Design.

North Carolina Senator Visits Pergo Plant

Dallas, TX, Sept. 3, 2013 -- U.S. Kay Hagan (D-NC) recently visited Pergo’s Garner, North Carolina production facility.

Shaw To Build Carpet Tile Plant in North Georgia

Dalton, GA, Aug. 30, 2013 -- Shaw Industries said it will build a new facility in Adairsville, Georgia to manufacture modular carpet tiles.

Personal Spending Ticks Up in July

Washington, DC, Aug. 30, 2013 -- Consumer spending edged higher in July, according to the Commerce Department.

Consumer Sentiment Highter Than Expected

Ann Arbor, MI, Aug. 30, 2013 -- Consumer sentiment fell in August from July's six-year high, according to the Thomson Reuters/University of Michigan survey.

Chicago PMI Moves Higher in August

Washington, DC, Aug. 30, 2013 -- The Chicago business barometer, known as the Chicago PMI,increased to 53.0 from 52.3 in July.

Surfaces To Offer Slab Moisture Certification

Dallas, Texas, Aug. 30, 2013 -- Trade show Surfaces and ICRI are partnering to provide the floor covering industry a new certification at next year's show.

Unilin Expanding Laminate Production in NC

Thomasville, NC, Aug. 30, 2013 -- Unilin is increasing production of laminate at its plant in Thomasville, according to the Winston-Salem Journal.