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Conditions Improving for Multi-Family Housing

Conditions Improving for Multi-Family Housing

Washington, DC, March 11, 2011 -- Two quarterly indices produced by the National Association of Home Builders indicate a return to healthy market conditions for both new and existing apartments and condominiums.

Consumer Sentiment Falls To Five-Month Low

Ann Arbor, MI, March 11, 2011 -- Consumer sentiment fell to its lowest level in five months in early March, according to the latest consumer survey from Thomson Reuters and the University of Michigan.

Armstrong Lowers Interest Expense

Armstrong Lowers Interest Expense

Lancaster, PA, March 11, 2011 -- Armstrong World Industries said it has amended its existing senior secured credit facility of November 23, 2010 in order to lower future interest expense.

Goshorn Elected President of Flooring Association

Alexandria, VA, March 11, 2011 -- Andrew Goshorn, installation service manager for Commercial Carpets of America, has been elected president of the Maryland and Northern Virginia Floor Covering Association.

Tarkett Income, Sales Rise in 2010

Tarkett Income, Sales Rise in 2010

Paris, France, March 10, 2011 -- Tarkett said its net income in 2010 grew 62% to $154 million, thanks in part to lower restructuring costs and general cost controls.