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New York, NY, November 14, 2006--While home sales are expected to cool in 2006, the market supply for wood flooring is expected to remain hot as remodeling and home improvement activity helps drive the market to over $2 billion by year's end.
Washington, DC, November 14, 2006--Americans remain highly confident about the nation’s housing prospects, with more than four out of five home owners expecting the value of their home to appreciate over the next five years.
Dalton, GA, November 13, 2006--The Carpet and Rug Institute has added two new systems to its Seal of Approval category under systems cleaning. which certifies the products meet high performance standards.
Saddle Brook, NJ, November, 8 2006--Nourison Rug Corporation was recently pleased to participate in “O at Home” magazine’s recent "O You!" event in Boston to benefit Katrina rebuilding efforts in Biloxi.
Columbus, OH, November 8, 2006--While Home Depot leads in share of wallet among home improvement consumers, the company's biggest competitor, Lowe's, has a slight lead in share of preference, according to a recent study of homeowners.
Barnwell, South Carolina, November 8, 2006-- Formica Flooring relaunches its new website, www.formicaflooring.com. The site tells the story of the relaunch of Formica Flooring and gives retailers access to marketing tools and sales support.
Tuscumbia, AL, November 8, 2006--Flexco, a manufacturer of rubber, vinyl and ESD control commercial flooring, names its newest full product-line distributor, General Distributors.
Washington, DC, November 8, 2006--Consumer credit outstanding fell by the biggest amount since April 1992 in September as households took out fewer loans for items like automobiles and boats, the Federal Reserve said Tuesday.
Tuscumbia, AL, November 8, 2006--Flexco has announced its newest full product-line distributor, Southland Flooring Supplies.
Memphis, TN, November 7, 2006--NOFMA: The Wood Flooring Manufacturers Association has revised and updated its Wood Floor Care Guide.