Mohawk, Unilin Raising Wood Flooring Prices
Dallas, TX, June 5, 2013 – Both Mohawk Industries and its Unilin division said they will raise prices up to 7% solid and engineered hardwood flooring, effective Aug. 5.
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Kaleen Rugs Names Dennard Senior VP Sales
Dalton, GA, June 5, 2013 -- Kaleen Rugs has named former employee Blake Dennard senior vice president.
Private Employers Add 135,000 Jobs in May
Roseland, NJ, June 5, 2013 -- Private employers added 135,000 jobs in May, private payroll processor ADP said Wednesday.
Home Refinancing Plunges on Higher Rates
Washington, DC, June 5, 2013 -- Mortgage application volume fell 11.5% last week as mortgage rates rose, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.
Services Sector Improves More Than Expected
Tempe, AZ, June 5, 2013 -- The ISM Services Index rose more than expected to 53.7 in May from 53.1 in April.
Factory Orders Rise in April
Washington, DC, June 5, 2013 -- Orders for factory-made goods rose 1.0% in April, largely because of increased demand for autos and airplanes, the Commerce Department reported Wednesday.
New Homes Getting Larger Again
Washington, DC, June 4, 2013 -- The average size of new homes has grown significantly in the last three years, according to a Census Bureau report released Monday.
Premiere Finishing Signs Distributor Lifton
Reidsville, NC, June 4, 2013 -- Premiere Finishing & Coating has entered into a distribution agreement with the Norman D. Lifton Company of Mt. Vernon, N.Y. to distribute its ecoGrain product.
CARE Seeking Markets for Recycled PET
Dalton, GA, June 4, 2013 -- Carpet America Recovery Effort is looking for someone to lead the development of sustainable commercial solutions for recycling post-consumer polyester carpet.
Bona AB, Kunzle & Tasin, Form Partnership
Stockholm, Sweden, June 4, 2013 -- Bona AB, the maker of products for hardwood floors, and Kunzle & Tasin S.r.l., the manufacturer of sanding machines, have entered into a strategic partnership.