FCIF to Honor Brodsky, Matson & Teague at 40th Anniversary Gala
Dalton, GA, January 23, 2020-The Floor Covering Industry Foundation (FCIF) will be celebrating its 40th anniversary with a benefit gala on May 2.
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NAHB Remodeling Index Rose to 58 in Q4
Washington, DC, January 23, 2019—The National Association of Home Builders’ (NAHB) Remodeling Market Index (RMI) posted a reading of 58 in Q4 2019, up three points from the previous quarter.
Bruce Hydropel Named to "30 Most Innovative Products for 2020" List
Mountville, PA, January 23, 2020-Hydropel Waterproof Hardwood Flooring by Bruce was named one of the "30 Most Innovative Products for 2020" by Better Homes & Gardens Special Interest Publication, Beautiful Kitchens & Baths magazine.
WFCA Names Two New Board Members
Dalton, GA, January 23, 2020-World Floor Covering Association (WFCA) has announced the appointment of David Garden and Typhannie Watson as the newest members to its board of directors.
Mohawk Commissions Sustainability Artwork for TISE Booth
Calhoun, GA, January 23, 2020-This year at The International Surface Event (TISE) in Las Vegas, Mohawk will present a feature display within the company’s booth (5803), which will highlight its sustainability efforts.
Gerflor Has New Majority Shareholder
Lyon, FR, January 22, 2020-Gerflor has a new majority shareholder; Cobepa, an investment company owned by Belgium’s Spoelberch family, took majority ownership of the France-based resilient flooring firm for a few hundred million euros, reports L’Echo
Existing-Home Sales Rose 3.6% in December
Washington, DC, January 22, 2020—Total existing-home sales increased 3.6% from November to a seasonally-adjusted annual rate of 5.54 million in December, according to the National Association of Realtors.
NAHB Predicts Gradual Pace for Home Improvements Through '21
Washington, DC, January 22, 2020—Spending on residential improvements will continue to grow over the next two years at a gradual pace, according to experts at a press conference hosted by National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Remodelers at the NAHB International Builders’ Show (IBS) in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Shaw Named to Forbes' The Best Employers for Diversity List
Dalton, GA, January 22, 2020-For the second consecutive year, Forbes Magazine has recognized Shaw Industries as one of The Best Employers for Diversity, number 454 on the 500-company list.
International Builders’ Show Underway Now in Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV, January 22, 2020—The National Association of Home Builders’ International Builders’ Show is underway now in Las Vegas, Nevada.