Research Shows Need For Increased Awareness About Healthy Buildings
Washington, DC, July 23, 2014—According to a recent survey conducted by McGraw Hill, 63% of consumers believe that products/practices they use in their homes affect their health.
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Median Salary for U.S. Carpet Installers is $42,000
July 25, 2014—According to Salary.com using data that was compiled in July 2014, the median salary for a carpet installer is $41,703.
Interface Net Income up 19% in Second Quarter
Interface reported second quarter net income of $13.1 million. Sales were up 7% to $260.6 million.
New Home Sales Fall 8.1% in June
Washington, DC, July 24, 2014—According to the Commerce Department, sales of newly built homes fell 8.1% in June, losing some momentum after two months of increases.
Acoustics is a Conference Topic at Cersaie in September
Bologna, Italy, July 24, 2014—The Cersaie Expo in Bologna, Italy is hosting a conference on the theme of acoustics in architecture, focusing on the problems that arise in the construction of auditoriums and concert halls.
U.S. Jobless Claims Drop to Eight-Year Low
Washington, DC, July 24, 2014—Jobless claims in the week ending July 19, fell by 19,000 to a seasonally adjusted 283,000, the lowest level since February 2006.
Lumber Liquidators Lawsuit Claims Excessive Formaldehyde Levels
Oakland, CA, July 23, 2014—Global Community Monitor files a lawsuit against Lumber Liquidators claiming its Chinese-made laminate flooring emits excessive levels of formaldehyde.
Architecture Billings Index Shows Improving Conditions
Washington, DC, July 23, 2014 -– The Architecture Billings Index is signaling improving conditions for the overall design and construction industry.
Georgia Names Stretch of Highway After Anderson
LaGrange, GA, July 23, 2014 -- The State of Georgia is dedicating 16 miles of Interstate 85 in Troup County to Interface founder Ray C. Anderson.
Next WFCA, CFI Event Set for September
Kansas City, MO, July 23, 2014 -- The next week-long CFI installation training and certification event sponsored by the World Floor Covering Association is in Los Angeles Sept. 9-12.