Today's Flooring News

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Mannington Announces 'Stand on a Better World&

Salem, NJ, February 8--Do you know someone whose contributions to her community should be recognized? Does she "stand on" making this world a better place? Then consider nominating her for Mannington's Stand on a Better World Awards.

Illinois Painter Expands into Flooring

Lincoln, IL, February 7—-A new Lincoln business, Simonson Flooring was getting a last-minute painting touch up today for its ribbon cutting ceremony and open house, according to the Lincoln, Illinois Courier.

Slip Resistance a Prime Feature at Azrock by Tarke

Houston, TX, February 7--When it comes to choosing a floor for retail or commercial applications, color, texture and durability are all high on the list of requirements. Safety, however, is an even bigger consideration.

English Carpet Fitter Takes Installation Crown

Birmingham, England, February 7--Nick Hood is a man that has brought European rivals to their knees. The 30-year-old Birmingham fitter's skills had already made him Britain's carpet laying champion.

Honeywell Receives EPA Award

Morris Township, NJ, February 7--Honeywell recently received the Landfill Methane Outreach Program Project of the Year award for 2004 from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for an innovative landfill gas recovery initiative.

Some See Home Building Peak

New York, NY, February 7--Home builders have been among the best performing stocks over the last several years as consumers took advantage of historically low mortgage rates.

Expo Pakistan Not Up to Expectations

Karachi, Pakistan, February 7--The Expo Pakistan did not come up to the expectations of the exporters of carpets, pharmaceuticals and surgical instruments.