F9 Exploring Strategic Alternatives for Southwind
Dalton, GA, September 10, 2024—F9 Brands, a division of F9 Investments, announced it is exploring strategic alternatives for its Southwind Building Products division.
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LL Flooring Agrees to Sell Name and 219 Stores to F9 Investments at Last Minute
Richmond, VA September 6, 2024--After earlier news of a total liquidation, LL Flooring plans to sell 219 stores and its trademarks to Tom Sullivan's F9 Investments--who plans to operate the stores without shutting them down.
South and West Dominate Home Price Growth
Charlotte, NC, September 9, 2024—Home prices nationally, grew mid-single digits in the second quarter on negative year-over-year (y/y) comparables, reports Truist.
Vandini Named President of Mohawk's Global Ceramic Segment
Calhoun, GA, September 9, 2024—Mohawk announced the promotion of Mauro Vandini as president of the company’s global ceramic segment, effective September 15.
Floor & Decor President Trevor Lang Announces Retirement
Atlanta, GA, September 9, 2024—Floor & Decor announced that Trevor Lang, president, has announced his intent to retire from Floor & Decor.
Swiss Krono Adopting Unilin Locking System
Lucerne, Switzerland, September 9, 2024-Swiss Krono Group will be adopting the Unidrop locking system for its laminate and hybrid resilient flooring products in multiple of its manufacturing facilities around the globe.
Employment Rose by 142K Jobs in Aug., Unemployment Rate 4.2%
Washington, DC, September 6, 2024-Total nonfarm payroll employment increased by 142,000 in August, and the unemployment rate changed little at 4.2%, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today.
Dow Introduces First Bio-Circular Flooring Product
Midland, MI, September 6, 2024—Dow announced the introduction of its first bio-circular product for the flooring industry, an addition to the Engage Ren Polyolefin Elastomers (POE) product portfolio.
Mohawk Named 2024 Eco-Leader by Green Builder Media
Calhoun, GA, September 6, 2024—Green Builder Media recently named Mohawk as a 2024 Eco-Leader. Eco-Leaders are recognized for their innovative practices and outstanding commitment to sustainable endeavors.
San Francisco's White Brothers Mill Has Closed
Oakland, CA, September 6, 2024—White Brothers Mill, based in Oakland, California, closed its doors in early September.