NeoCon Announces Best of Show Winners
Chicago, IL, June 16, 2009--Winners of Best of Show at this week's NeoCon trade show have been announced by organizers.
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Home Construction Takes Big Leap in May
Washington, DC, June 16, 2009--Construction of new homes jumped in May by the largest amount in three months, according to the Commerce Department.
Homebuilder Confidence Falls Back in June
Washington, DC, June 16, 2009--Homebuilder confidence fell unexpectedly in June, indicating that a recovery from the housing slump could be slow to develop.
Foamex Sale Completed, Company Renamed
Media, PA, June 16, 2009—MatlinPatterson Global Opportunities Partners III L.P. and Black Diamond Capital Management L.L.C. have completed the purchase of Foamex International Inc.
Johnsonite Linoleum Wins Green Good Design Award
Chagrin Falls, OH, June 16, 2009--Johnsonite has been awarded a 2009 Green Good Design award in the product/industrial design category for its new Harmonium xf linoleum.
Hardwood Firm Pinnacle Gets New Owner
Dallas, TX, June 16, 2009--Hardwood flooring firm Pinnacle Interior Elements has been acquired by CA International LLC headquartered in Berkeley, Calif.
NALFA Adds Environmental Testing to Certification
Washington, DC, June 16, 2009--The North American Laminate Flooring Association has added environmental requirements to its testing for laminate flooring products
Shaw Contract Names Design Contest Finalists
Cartersville, GA, June 16, 2009--The Shaw Contract Group has named the finalists for its Design Is… Award, recognizing inspirational and visionary design across the commercial interiors landscape.
Wholesale Prices Increase Less Than Expected
Washington, DC, June 16, 2009--Wholesale prices rose slightly in May, the government said Tuesday, but the increase was less than expected and the 5% annual rate of decline was the sharpest since 1949.
DuPont Expands Sorona Fiber to Commercial Carpet
Chicago, IL, June 16, 2009--DuPont said that its Sorona fiber is now available for the commercial carpet industry.