Carpetright Issues Profit Warning
London, England, April 7, 2011 -- Carpetright, Britain's biggest floor covering retailer, issued another profit warning.
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Colbond Raising Prices in North America
Asheville, NC, April 6, 2011 -- Colbond said it will raise prices 10%-12% in North America for its entire product range due to the ongoing sharp rise of raw material, purchased components and transportation costs.
Winners of Vision Design Contest Announced
Chattanooga, TN, April 6, 2011 -- Floor Focus has named the winners of its second annual Vision Awards, which celebrate the dynamic integration of flooring and architecture.
Mortgage Applications Down on Less Refinancing
Washington, DC, April 6, 2011 -- Mortgage applications in the U.S. fell for a second straight week, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.
Kronotex Nearing Completion of Expansion Work
Barnwell, SC, April 6, 2011 -- Kronotex USA Holdings is moving closer to completion on the $45 million expansion of its Kronotex Flooring manufacturing facility in Barnwell, the company said.
IVC Adds Solar Array at Headquarters
Dalton, GA, April 6, 2011 -- IVC US has commissioned a solar energy system at its new U.S. headquarters in Dalton.
NAHB Renames Suppliers Council
Washington, DC, April 6, 2011 -- The National Association of Home Builders has formally renamed its National Council of the Housing Industry, which represents 89 key companies that provide goods and services to builders.
Florim Wins Award for Sustainability Report
Modena, Italy, April 6, 2011 -- Tile maker Florim has won the “RSI” Prize (Corporate Social Responsibility Prize) in the Province of Modena, Italy for the 2009 edition of its sustainability report.
Apartment Vacancy Rate Near 3-Year Low
New York, NY, April 6, 2011 -- U.S. apartment vacancies dropped to the lowest in almost three years in the first quarter, according to research firm Reis Inc.
WFCA Signs New Communications Firm
Anaheim, CA, April 6, 2011 -- – The World Floor Covering Association said it has hired a new communications firm, Story Partners, LLC.