Mohawk Unveils Pinterest Platform
Dalton, GA, May 29, 2012 -- Mohawk said it has unveiled its Pinterest platform as part of its overall marketing.
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Desso Wins Sustainability Award
Waalwijk, The Netherlands, May 30, 2012 -- Carpet maker Desso said it won the 2012 Guardian Sustainable Business Award for the Waste and Recycling category for its implementation of Cradle to Cradle design in its business strategy.
Home Prices Flat in March Compared to February
New York, NY, May 29, 2012 -- U.S. house prices were unchanged in March, breaking a streak of five consecutive declines, according to the S&P/Case-Shiller 20-city composite index.
Kraus Group Sold to Canadian Investment Firm
Waterloo, Ontario, Canada, May 29, 2012 -- A majority stake in carpet and flooring manufacturer Kraus Group has been sold to investment firm Hilco Canada, according to The Record.com.
Consumer Confidence Declines in May
New York, NY, May 29, 2012 -- U.S. consumer confidence unexpectedly fell in May to the lowest level in four months, according to the Conference Board.
UK's Topps Tiles Reports Lower Income
London, England, May 29, 2012 -- Topps Tiles reported a 22% decline in income but said its sales have picked up recently.
Merchandise Mart Says Leasing Activity Up
Chicago, IL, May 29, 2012 -- Merchandise Mart Properties said it is on pace for a record-breaking year for leasing activity with its contract furnishings permanent showrooms.
Torly's Rolls Out Hybrid Wood Floor
Toronto, Ontario, Canada, May 29, 2012 -- Torly's said it has introduced a German made hybrid wood floor called TerraWood.
Consumer Sentiment Highest in Over Four Years
Ann Arbor, MI, May 25, 2012 -- The final May reading of the University of Michigan-Thomson Reuters consumer sentiment index rose to 79.3 in May, the highest level since October 2007.
Mullican Intros First U.S.-Made Engineered Product
Johnson City, TN May 25, 2012 -- Hardwood flooring maker Mullican Flooring has rolled out its first American-made engineered flooring.