Today's Flooring News

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Consumers Largely Positive About Housing

New York, NY, March 13, 2014 -- A new index by real estate information firm Zillow indicates that as many as 4.2 million renters would like to buy a home.

New Jobless Claims at Three Month Low

Washington, DC, March 13, 2014 -- Initial claims for unemployment benefits unexpectedly fell to a three-month low last week, according to the Labor Department.

All Holdings Acquires Carpet Cushions & Supplies

Elk Grove Village, IL, March 13, 2014 -- All Holdings, Inc., the parent company of All Tile, Inc., will purchase Carpet Cushions & Supplies, Inc.

QEP Names Stepp Senior VP of Sales

Boca Raton, FL, March 13, 2014 -– Q.E.P. Co. has named industry veteran Jamann Stepp senior vice president of sales.

Invista Launches Antron Search Tool

Kennesaw, GA, March 13, 2014 -– Invista is launching a new carpet search tool called Find Carpets with Antron, on the Antron brand website.

Mortgage Application Volume Drops

Washington, DC, March 12, 2014 -- Mortgage application volume fell 2.1% on a seasonally adjusted basis last week as interest rates rose from the prior week, the Mortgage Bankers Association said.

WFCA Training Workshop Set For Wichita

Anaheim, CA, March 12, 2014 -– The World Floorcovering Association's third weeklong installation-training workshop will take place in Wichita, Kansas beginning March 18.

Senate Committee Outlines Fannie, Freddie Bill

Washington, DC, March 12, 2014 -- Senate banking committee leaders released the outline of a plan to dismantle mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.

NAHB Study Details Ethnic Housing Preferences

Washington, DC, March 11, 2014 -- The National Association of Home Builders has released the results of a new study, What Home Buyers Really Want: Ethnic Preferences.

Florida Tile Marks 60th Anniversary

Lexington, KY, March 11, 2014 -- Florida Tile is celebrating its 60th anniversary.