EPA Requiring Lead Paint Removal Certification
Washington, DC, March 22, 2010--Remodelors who work on homes built before 1978 will have to be certified by the EPA beginning April 22, according to a story in Green House.
Today's Flooring News
Keep up to date with the most recent news in the flooring industry. Today's News...As it happens! We update this news several times a day so you can stay connected.
California Adopts NSF-140 Carpet Standard
Dalton, GA, March 22, 2010--California has officially specified ANSI/NSF 140 Platinum-level certified carpet as its only environmental criteria for state purchasing, according to the Carpet and Rug Institute.
Economic Reports Giving Mixed Reviews
Washington, DC, March 22, 2010--Economic reports are still giving mixed reviews on the state of the economy, according to Dave Huether, chief economist for the National Association of Manufacturers.
Mohawk To Outline Carpet Sustainability in China
Calhoun, GA, March 22, 2010--Mohawk is introducing its green carpeting concept to China, according to reports..
From The Forest Signs Florida Distributor
Weston, WI, March 22, 2010--From The Forest has signed Southland Floors, Inc. to distribute its line of engineered hardwood flooring throughout the Florida market.
Lees Wins Several Invista Design Awards
Marietta, GA, March 22, 2010 – Lees Carpets won several design awards from the Invista Antron Carpet Fiber Designed To Perform Awards program.
Pfleiderer Revenues Drop 20 Percent in 2009
Neumarkt, Germany, March 19, 2010--Revenue for Pfleiderer AG fell by 20.4 percent in 2009, to 1.38 billion euros from 1.74 billion euros in 2008.
Välinge Settles Another Patent Dispute
Viken, Sweden, March 19, 2010--Välinge has settled a patent dispute with Granite & Marble Expo Inc. and Granite Expo Installation Co.
Floor Focus Announces Visions Design Winners
Chattanooga, TN, March 19, 2010--Floor Focus announced the winners of its first annual Visions Design Awards, which celebrate the dynamic integration of flooring and architecture.
UK Center Develops Greener Carpet Tile Adhesive
York, England, March 19, 2010--A new adhesive for use in carpet tiles that has been developed at the University of York could help dramatically reduce their impact on the environment, according to a story in AZoM.com.