Diverzify Adds Epoxy Systems International to Its Portfolio
Chicago, IL, September 13, 2021-Diverzify is adding Epoxy Systems International to address growing market demand for high-performance commercial floors and surfaces.
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Blackstock Named President & CEO of RFCI, Succeeding Thompson
La Grange, GA, September 13, 2021-William D. (Bill) Blackstock, Jr. was recently selected as the new president and CEO of the Resilient Floor Covering Institute (RFCI), effective January 1, 2022.
Novalis Products Earn GreenRate Level A Certification
Dalton, GA, September 13, 2021—Novalis Innovative Flooring announced the achievement of Global GreenTag’s GreenRate certification.
Interface Will Discontinue Carpet Tile Production in Thailand
Atlanta, GA, September 10, 2021-Interface will discontinue manufacturing operations at its carpet tile plant in Chonburi, Thailand.
Appel Sells Stake in Touch of Color, Launches Frontier Surfaces
Harrisburg, PA, September 10, 2021-Scott Appel, founder of Touch of Color Flooring headquartered in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, sold his 19-year ownership stake in the company.
July Ceramic Imports Rose 36.6% in Dollars
New York, NY, September 10, 2021-Ceramic imports rose 36.6% YOY by dollar value in July, which is traditionally the strongest month for ceramic imports, according to Donato Consulting.
Producer Prices Rose 0.7% in August
Washington, DC, September 10, 2021—The Producer Price Index for final demand increased 0.7% in August, seasonally adjusted, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported.
LL Flooring Opens Six New Stores
Richmond, VA, September 10, 2021—LL Flooring, formerly Lumber Liquidators, recently opened six new stores, bringing its total store count to 422.
Residential Construction Continues Move to Suburbs, Exurbs
Washington, DC, September 10, 2021—Residential construction continued to shift toward the suburbs and lower-cost markets, and this trend is especially pronounced within the multifamily sector, according to the latest Home Building Geography Index (HBGI) released by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB).
CFI Expands Membership Opportunities
Forney, TX, September 10, 2021—The International Certified Flooring Installers Association (CFI) has announced expanded membership opportunities.