Architectural Systems To Distribute for Wicanders
Hanover, MD, April 9, 2009--Amorim Flooring North America has appointed Architectural Systems, Inc. (ASI) as a distributor in the commercial segment of Wicanders cork flooring.
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FloorCo Recognized for Efforts by NARI
Milwaukee, WI, April 9, 2009-- FloorCo, a direct-to-the-trade flooring wholesaler, was the recipient of the 2008 distributor of the year national achievement award presented by National Association of the Remodeling Industry.
Affordability of New Homes Increasing Traffic
Washington, DC, April 8, 2009--Thanks to record low mortgage rates and declining home prices, 55 million families can afford today’s $200,000 median-priced new home, according to figures released by the National Association of Home Builders.
Pulte Homes Buying Centex in $1.3 Billion Deal
Bloomfield Hills, MI, April 8, 2009--Pulte Homes, Inc. and Centex Corporation are merging in a stock-for-stock transaction valued at $1.3 billion, including $1.8 billion of net debt.
Mohawk Unveils Ad Campaign for SmartStrand
Dalton, GA, April 8, 2009--On the heels of a Federal Trade Commission ruling that allows PTT to be reclassified as a subclass of carpet fiber called "triexta," Mohawk has rolled out a new ad campaign for its SmartStrand carpet.
Mortgage Applications Up Despite Higher Rates
Washington, DC, April 8, 2009--Mortgage applications filed last week rose a seasonally adjusted 4.7%, increasing even as interest rates rose from the week before, the Mortgage Bankers Association said Wednesday.
U.S. Hardwood Exports To China Fall
Shanghai, China, April 8, 2009--The hardwood market in China may remain weak this year due to the global financial crisis, according to the American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC).
CEOs See Higher Unemployment, Lower Sales
Washington, DC, April 8, 2009--Chief executives in the U.S. see rising unemployment and slower sales over the next six months, according to the Business Roundtable survey of corporate heads.
More Homeowners Falling Behind on Mortgages
New York, NY, April 8, 2009--More U.S. consumers are falling behind on their mortgages.
Mapei Acquires All-Purpose Adhesives Co.
Deerfield Beach, FL, April 6, 2009--Mapei has acquired the assets of All-Purpose Adhesive Company of Dalton, Ga.