Today's Flooring News

Universal Fibers Develops New Reclamation Process

Bristol, VA, June 12, 2008--Universal Fibers said it has developed state of the art technology that can produce the first ever nylon 6,6 fiber from recycled carpeting.

Private Equity Firm Buys Insurance Testing Lab

Jacksonville, FL, June 9 --Private equity firm The Riverside Company has purchased ITEL Laboratories, the independent testing laboratory serving the property insurance industry.

Intertech Flooring Names New Safety Director

Austin, TX, June 12, 2008-- Intertech Flooring said it has named Stacy Mueller director of training and safety.

Floor & Decor Names Senior VP, Promotes Three

Kennesaw, GA, June 10, 2008--Floor & Decor Outlets of America said that Wes Lowzinski has been named senior vice president / chief merchandise officer.

Typical Home Size Declining, More Accessible

Washington, D.C., June 11, 2008 — The size of the typical U.S. home is declining, according to the American Institute of Architects Home Design Trends Survey.

Gerflor Introduces New Vinyl Installation Method

Chicago, IL, June 12, 2008-–Gerflor unveiled a new floor installation system that changes the way vinyl flooring is installed and maintained.

Las Vegas Market Moves Green Pavilion

Shaw Contract Wins Best of NeoCon Silver

Dalton, GA, June 11, 2008 – Shaw Contract Group's Graphic Nature earned a Best of NeoCon Silver Award in the Healthcare Textiles category.

Retail Sales Rebound but Still Sluggish

Washington, DC, June 11, 2008--Retail sales in the United States rose 1.7 percent for the week ending June 7, the International Council of Shopping Centers USB reported Tuesday.

Mortgage Applications Rise as Loan Rates Increase

Washington, DC, June 11, 2008--Mortgage applications filed in the week ended June 6 rose 10.9 percent on a seasonally adjusted basis compared to the final week of May, the Mortgage Bankers Association said in its weekly survey.