Today's Flooring News

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FieldTurf Tarkett, Supplier Headed to Court

Almelo, The Netherlands, April 4, 2011 -- FieldTurf Tarkett and a supplier, TenCate, are apparently going to court.

Housing Groups Seek Delay on GSE Bills

Washington, DC, April 4, 2011 -- The National Association of Homebuilders and the National Association of Realtors are lobbying House Republicans to delay a vote on bills that would begin scaling back Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.

Employees Value Sustainability, Survey Shows

Atlanta, GA, April 4, 2011 -- A new study on workplace values shows American workers seek employment with organizations that are both financially successful and mindful and focus on sustainability.

Armstrong, Union Reach Agreement in West VA

Beverly, W VA, April 4, 2011 -- Armstrong World Industries and local union members have reached an agreement that allows union workers to keep their health care benefits with some minor changes.

Safavieh Names Design Contest Winner

New York, NY, April 4, 2011 -- The New York Chapter of the International Furnishings and Design Association and rug manufacturer Safavieh have named the winner of the 2011 rug design competition.

Construction Spending Dips in February

Washington, DC, April 1, 2011 -- Construction spending declined in February to the lowest level in more than a decade, according to the Commerce Department.

Manufacturing Continues To Expand in March

Washington, DC, April 1, 2011 -- The U.S. manufacturing sector posted its 20th consecutive month of expansion in March, although growth slowed down slightly, according to the Institute for Supply Management index.

Job Growth Continues, Unemployment Falls

Washington, DC, April 1, 2011 -- The U.S. economy added 216,000 jobs in March, the Labor Department reported Friday, and the unemployment rate edged down to 8.8%.

Vacation Home Sales Hold Steady in 2010

Washington, DC, April 1, 2011 -- The share of homebuyers purchasing second homes remained steady in 2010 compared to the year before, according to an annual report from the National Association of Realtors.

Brandywine Restructures, Names New CEO

West Chester, PA, April 1, 2011 -- Brandywine International Hardwood said it has restructured and has promoted John Himes to CEO.