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Hannover, Germany, January 19, 2006--Domotex Hannover 2006 attracted more visitors than ever before. Over 48,500 professionals flocked to the world's largest trade fair for carpets and floor coverings. This represented a 10.6% increase over last year.
Dalton, GA--Shaw has announced its schedule of consumer advertising for the spring and summer of 2006.
New York, January 16--The demand for ethanol made from corn is on the rise as oil prices remain aloft, and new state environmental regulations require more ethanol to be mixed with gasoline, according to a New York Times report.
New York, NY, January 16--According to the trade group the National Retail Federation, a slowdown in the housing market and rising energy costs will likely cause 'subdued' retail sales growth in 2006.
Lancaster, PA, January 13, 2006--Armstrong World Industries, Inc., today announced changes to its U.S. defined-benefit pension plan.
New York, NY, January 13, 2006--Lord & Taylor is for sale, fueling speculation about the fate of a venerable department store chain that offered American classic design but lost its highbrow appeal amid fierce competition.
January 12, Danville, VA--Columbia Flooring today announced it has reached an agreement with Laura Ashley Inc., to manufacture a line of hardwood and laminate flooring under the Laura Ashley brand name.
Atlanta, GA, January 12, 2006--Home Depot has launched The Home Depot SPEC Construction Loan program, available through all of its 1,767 U.S. stores.
Dalton, GA--Shaw has recently introduced PowerEdge, an innovative secondary backing that creates a stronger fabric at the roll edges to prevent roll crush and edge ravel at the seams.
Dalton, GA, January 11, 2006--Shaw Industries has introduced a comprehensive selection of today’s most current looks in carpet, with all styles featuring Anso’s popular Caress ultra-soft nylon.