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Dalton, GA, Oct. 27, 2008--Shaw Industries said its normal holiday shutdowns may be longer this year, as the continued economic slowdown cuts into demand for its flooring products, according to the Calhoun Times.
Dalton, GA, Oct. 27,2008--David Laufer has joined Brown Industries as director of creative services.
Washington, DC, Oct. 27, 2008--More than 2,700 Americans lost their homes in foreclosure each day from July through September.
Islamabad, Pakistan, Oct. 27, 2008--In July-August 2007 carpets, rugs and mates exports were $34 million compared to $28 million this fiscal year, a decline of about 18 percent.
Manila, Philippines, Oct. 27, 2008--A Philippine ceramic tile manufacturer said sales growth may fall next year, citing a construction slowdown, higher costs of building materials, and consumers’ reduced purchasing power.
Washington, DC, Oct. 23, 2008-- McGraw-Hill Construction forecasts a drop in overall U.S. construction starts for next year, as the tough funding environment continues, construction projects are deferred, and financial stress gradually eases.
Washington, DC, Oct. 24, 2008--Boosted by foreclosures and plunging prices, sales of pre-owned homes and condos rose sharply in September to the highest level in 13 months, according to the National Association of Realtors.
St. Louis, MO, Oct. 24, 2008--The National Wood Flooring Associations has begun a partnership with Scientific Certification Systems, Forest Stewardship Council, and the FSC Family Forests Alliance.
Woodcroft NSW, Australia--A website Flooring2Roof.com was created to educate homeowners about various kinds of flooring.
New York, NY, Oct. 24, 2008--Chain-store sales are expected to see year-over-year sales increase of 1.7 percent for the traditional November-December season, according to the International Council of Shopping Centers.