New Zealand’s Feltex Faces Challenges Ahead
Auckland, New Zealand, April 12--Who are the fools? Feltex Carpets chief executive Sam Magill and chairman Tim Saunders are walking a tightrope.
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Chain Store Sales Up Last Week
New York, April 12--Chain store retail sales rose in the latest week, as consumers continued to spend, despite record high gasoline prices, a retail report said on Tuesday.
WFCA Names Higgins Director of Development
Anaheim, CA, April 12--The World Floor Covering Association (WFCA) has announced some major changes and adjustments to their staff to reflect a shift in emphasis within the organization.
Columbia Flooring Announces New Appointments
Danville, VA, April 12--Columbia Flooring has announced three new appointments in the company's sales and marketing organization.
Report Outlines Role of Bonded Polyurethane
Arlington, VA, April 12--The Alliance for Flexible Polyurethane (AFPF) today released a report outlining the environmental benefits of commercial bonded polyurethane carpet cushion.
AmericasMart Names Malkiewicz Director Home Accent
Atlanta, GA, April 12—-AmericasMart has named Kevin Malkiewicz as Executive Director, Home Accents & Fine Linens Center.
FSC Seeks Nominees for Board
Washington, DC, April 11--The Forest Stewardship Council-US will begin this year’s Board elections process with a call for nominations beginning on April 18th and closing May 20th.
Alliance Flooring Announces Retailers of the Year
Atlanta, GA, April 11--Alliance Flooring, Inc. held its annual convention for all of its divisions including CarpetsPlus Color Tile, Carpetland Color Tile and Floorco and recognized its retailers of the year.
Sears to Introduce Home Textiles Line Designed by
Hoffman Estates, IL, April 11—-Sears said it will debut Ty Pennington Style, the newest addition to the Sears family of brands, in Sears stores nationwide April 18.
Utah Design Firms Try Greening Up
Salt Lake City UT, April 11--How many gallons of gas does it take for environmentally conscious architects and interior designers to drive to a green building project?