Solutia Raises Nylon Carpet Fiber Prices
St. Louis, December 14--- Solutia Inc. will increase the price on all nylon carpet fiber products by five to seven percent for shipments on or after January 15, 2005.
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Armstrong Deals With Management Retention
Lancaster, PA, December 14--The return of an old problem at Armstrong World Industries -- the exodus of management -- has prompted the company to return to its old solution -- big cash bonuses, according to the Lancaster New Era.
Tandus Group’s 3Q Earnings Up
Dalton, GA, December 13--Tandus Group, Inc. reported results for the third quarter for its Collins & Aikman Floorcoverings, Inc. and subsidiaries. Revenues for the 13 weeks ended October 30, 2004, increased 11.3% to $82.5 million from $74.1 million for th
Remodeling Market Continues Banner Year
Washington, DC, December 13--Riding on the heels of historically low interest rates and a solid level of consumer confidence, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Remodeling Market Index (RMI) posted a strong third quarter.
Mohawk Awards Contract for $33M Expansion in Calho
Houston, TX, December 10--Mohawk Industries Incorporated, manufacturer of woven and tufted carpets and rugs, has selected a general constructor for a $33 million expansion in Calhoun, Ga.
RD Weis Acquires Three Additional Invironmentalist
Port Chester, NY, December 10--RD Weis Companies acquired, effective November 30, three Invironmentalists locations situated in Wallingford, CT, Rochester, NY and Albany, NY.
Armstrong to Close Wood Plant in Arkansas
Searcy, AR, December 9--Armstrong Holdings, Inc. announced Wednesday it will close its plant here, effective Feb. 25, according to the Searcy Daily Citizen.
Faus Group to Launch Faus Floors at Surfaces
Dalton, GA, December 9--Faus Group, a company that has gained prominence as a provider of laminate to the private label market, announced yesterday that it will be unveiling Faus Floor, a new brand of laminate that will be available exclusively to special
Orian Rugs Signs Agreement with Jerry Garcia Estat
Anderson, SC, December 8--Orian Rugs announces it has signed a licensing agreement with Jerry Garcia Estate, LLC to design, produce, market, and sell area rugs under the J. Garcia brand.
Housing Market To End Year on Strong Note
Washington, DC, December 8--Stronger than expected home sales and higher median prices have caused the National Association of Realtors to revise upward its year-end forecast.