Interface Participating in UN Climate Change Conference
Atlanta, GA, November 9, 2021-Interface will participate in the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference, or COP26, in Glasgow, Scotland.
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Built-to-Rent Homes Performing Well for Investors
New York, NY, November 9, 2021—Single-family homes built to rent are emerging as the hottest corner of the U.S. property market, as investors respond to booming demand from home-seekers priced out of housing for sale, reports the Wall Street Journal.
Lowe's Launches Measure Your SpaceBETA, Room-Scanning Technology
Mooresville, NC, November 9, 2021—Lowe's has announced the upcoming launch of Measure Your SpaceBETA, a room scanning, measurement and estimate experience in the Lowe's iOS app.
Small Business Optimism Declined in October
Washington, DC, November 9, 2021—The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index decreased slightly in October by 0.9 points to 98.2. One of the ten Index components improved, seven declined, and two were unchanged.
Milliken Announces 4% to 10% Price Increase & Freight Surcharge
Spartanburg, SC, November 8, 2021—Milliken has announced a 4% to 10% price increase for its entire product portfolio as well as a freight surcharge of $0.12/square foot for all 2.5 mm and $0.25/square foot for all 5.0+mm resilient products.
Fishman Launches Branded Flooring Line Called Landmark Interiors
Baltimore, MD, November 8, 2021-Fishman Flooring Solutions will introduce its own line of branded flooring products at its virtual annual sales meeting January 18 to 20, 2022.
Shaw Recognized by Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve
Dalton, GA, November 8, 2021--The Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR) honored Shaw with the Extraordinary Employer Support Award.
Interface's Sales Rose 12% in Q3, Income Up 86%
Atlanta, GA, November 5, 2021—Interface reported Q3 net sales of $312.7 million, up 12% versus $278.6 million in the prior year period. The strong sales activity resulted from a release of pent-up demand and an ensuing commercial market recovery.
Armstrong's Sales Up 7.6% in Q3, Net Loss of $29.7 Million
Lancaster, PA, November 5, 2021—Armstrong Flooring reported net sales in Q3 increased 7.6% to $168.5 million, compared to $156.6 million in Q3 2020, reflecting growth in the company's North American, China, and Australian business.
Galleher Forms Partnership with Protect-All Flooring
Santa Fe Springs, CA, November 5, 2021-Distributor Galleher Commercial announced a partnership with Protect-All Flooring, a commercial flooring provider that includes fully adhered vinyl sheets, loose-lay floor covers and interlocking tiles.