CFI Convention Set Aug. 9-11 in Nashville
Kansas City, MO, June 7, 2012 -- The Certified Floorcovering Installers group will hold its 19th annual convention in Nashville Aug. 9-11 at the Sheraton Music City Hotel.
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Consumers Take Their Time on Major Purchases
Stamford, CT, June 6, 2012 -- Consumers spend an average of 76 days in the research process when considering a major purchase like flooring, according to a research study by GE Capital's Retail Finance business.
Unilin Unveils New Commercial Laminate Warranty
Dallas, TX, June 6, 2012 -- Unilin said it is offering new commercial warranty coverage on almost all displayed Mohawk, Quick-Step, and Columbia laminate products.
Mortgage Application Volume Picks Up
Washington, DC, June 6, 2012 -- Mortgage application volume last week rose 1.3% from the prior week, the Mortgage Bankers Association said.
Gerflor's Taraflex Beats Emissions Standards
Chicago, IL, June 6, 2012 -- Resilient flooring firm Gerflor said that its Taraflex sports flooring exceeds European standards as it relates to VOC emissions.
Worker Productivity Declines in First Quarter
Washington, DC, June 6, 2012 -- U.S. worker and business productivity fell 0.9% in the first quarter, more than the initial estimate of 0.5%, according to the Labor Department.
Seven Islands Buys MooseWood Flooring
Ashland, ME, June 6, 2012 -- Seven Islands Land Co. said it has acquired MooseWood Premium Hardwood Flooring.
Services Sector Expands for 29th Straight Month
Tempe, AZ, June 5, 2012 -- The Institute for Supply Management's services-sector index increased to 53.7% in May from 53.5% in April.
Surfaces Says 2013 Show Nearly Sold Out
Dallas, TX, June 5, 2012 -- Surfaces organizers say next year's trade show is already 87% sold out with several new companies reserving space as well as numerous companies expanding their space.
USGBC Delays LEED 2012 Until Next Year
Washington, DC, June 5, 2012 -- The U.S. Green Building Council said it will delay ballot on LEED 2012 until June 1, 2013.