Architecture Billings Index Ticks Up in February
Washington, DC, March 23, 2011 -- The Architecture Billings Index edged up 0.6 points to 50.6 in February, the American Institute of Architects said.
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New Home Sales Hit Record Low in February
Washington, DC, March 23, 2011 -- Sales of new single-family homes fell 16.9% to a record-low annual rate of 250,000 in February, the Commerce Department estimated Wednesday.
Mullican Product Has Lifetime Moisture Warranty
Johnson City, TN, March 22, 2011 -- Hardwood firm Mullican Flooring has introduced a group of prefinished products that carry an industry-first lifetime moisture warranty.
Teragren Ends Relationship With Distributor
Bainbridge Island, WA, March 23, 2011 -- Bamboo flooring firm Teragren said it has ended its relationship with distributor Building Plastics Inc.
Barlinek Develops Glueless Joint for Solid Wood
Barlinek, Poland, March 23, 2011 -- Barlinek, the largest producer of wooden floors in Europe, said it has developed a glueless joint for solid wood floorboards.
Mortgage Applications Fall in Latest Week
Washington, DC, March 23, 2011 -- Mortgage applications in the U.S. fell last week, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.
China Flooring To Pursue Stock Offering
Hong Kong, March 23, 2011 -- China Flooring Holding Co. is planning to raise between $200 million and $300 million in an initial public offering in Hong Kong, according to reports.
UK Tile Firm Names Creative Director
London, England, March 23, 2011 -- UK tile manufacturer Johnson Tiles has appointed Darren Clanford as creative director.
Oriental Weavers Income Rises 37 Percent
Cairo, Egypt, March 22, 2011 -- Rug maker Oriental Weavers reported a 37% increase in fourth-quarter income on higher sales and prices.
Chain Store Sales Continue Upward Trend
New York, NY, March 22, 2011 -- U.S. weekly chain-store sales last week rose 3% compared with one year ago, according to the International Council of Shopping Centers and Goldman Sachs.