Housing Starts Down but Permits Surge
Washington, DC, Nov. 17, 2011 -- New construction of U.S. houses fell slightly in October after a strong gain in the previous month, the Commerce Department said.
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First Time Jobless Claims Lowest Since April
Washington, DC, Nov. 17, 2011 -- First time claims for unemployment benefits fell last week to the lowest level in seven months, according to the Labor Department.
InterfaceFlor Product on Popular Science List
New York, NY, Nov. 17, 2011 -- Raw, an InterfaceFlor carpet tile, is among 100 products named “Best of What’s New” for 2011 by Popular Science magazine.
Proposed Lacey Changes Have Supporters, Critics
Washington, DC, Nov. 17, 2011 -- A coalition of wood industry and environmental representatives voiced their continued support for the Lacey Act in a teleconference call held Wednesday.
AIA Billing Index Improves in October
Washington, DC, Nov. 17, 2011 -- A leading indicator of future U.S. construction activity rebounded in October, although it still indicated declining demand.
Shaw Releases Winter Market Schedule
Dalton, GA, Nov. 17, 2011 -- Shaw has announced its winter market schedule, which will carry the “Power Up” theme.
Faus Signs Distributor for Canada
Calhoun, GA, Nov. 17, 2011 -- Laminate flooring firm Faus Group has signed distributor Stevens Omni.
WFCA Backs Internet Sales Tax Legislation
Anaheim, CA. Nov. 17, 2011 -- A new bill has been introduced in the Senate with bipartisan support to give states a couple of options to collect sales taxes from out-of-state online businesses.
IFI Names Executive Board
New York, NY, Nov. 17, 2011 -- The International Federation of Interior Architects/Designers has named its executive board for 2011-2013.
GTP Vinyl Tile Gets Greenguard Certification
Tampa, FL, Nov. 17, 2011 -- Luxury vinyl tile firm GTP said that its FreeFit product is now Children and School Greenguard certified.