Mannington Holding 'Walk Around The World'
Salem, NJ, Sept. 10, 2010--Mannington and Burke employees will take part in a fitness program called "Walk Around the World in Eight Days."
Today's Flooring News
Keep up to date with the most recent news in the flooring industry. Today's News...As it happens! We update this news several times a day so you can stay connected.
WONZ Rug Partners Returning to High Point
Marietta, GA, Sept. 13, 2010--Rug manufacturer partners of Wools of New Zealand will exhibit at High Point Market, Oct. 16-21, aiming to reach furniture retailers as well as designers and home specialty stores.
Iran Exports $207M in Carpets Over Five Months
Tehran, Iran, Sept. 13, 2010--Iran's handmade carpet exports in the five months since March totaled $207 million, according to the Mehr News Agency.
Moody's More Optimistic About Interface Credit
New York, NY, Sept. 13, 2010--Moody's Investors Service last week changed its outlook for credit ratings on carpet tile maker Interface Inc. to "stable" from "negative."
Valinge Signs Eighth Licensee for Technology
Viken, Sweden, Sept. 13, 2010--Välinge said it has granted eight total licensees for its 5G Side Push technology.
Berry Wood Products Ceases Operations
Berry, AL, Sept. 9, 2010--Berry Wood Products, a custom finishing plant for hardwood flooring located in Berry, Alabama, closed its door on September 3.
Alan Greenberg Charity Tournament Set Sept. 22
Manchester, NH, Sept. 10, 2010--CCA Global Partners will hold its annual golf outing to benefit the Floor Covering Industry Foundation on Sept. 22 at Barnsley Gardens resort.
Whiskey Barrels Used for Hardwood Flooring
Glasgow, Scotland, Sept. 10, 2010--A Glasgow flooring firm has figured out a way to use oak planks from discarded whiskey barrels to make hardwood flooring, according to Scotsman Whisky News.
Wholesale Inventories, Sales Rise in July
Washington, DC, Sept. 10, 2010--Wholesale inventories increased in July by the largest amount in two years while sales rebounded after two straight declines.
NALFA Unveils New Website, Blog
Washington, DC, Sept. 10, 2010--The North American Laminate Flooring Association has unveiled its new website and blog at nalfa.com.