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.
Sint-Baafs-Vijve, Belgium, June 30, 2010--At the beginning of this year, one of the largest solar radiation systems installed on the roof of business premises in the Benelux came into operation at the Balta site in Sint-Baafs-Vijve.
Washington, DC, June 30, 2010--Extension of the home buyer tax credit deadline is now up to the Senate as the U.S. House of Representatives voted 409-5 Tuesday to extend the deadline to September 30.
Chicago, IL, June 30, 2010--The 10th Antron Carpet Fiber Product Innovation Award grand prize went to Tandus Flooring for the carpet style “District” during an awards ceremony held at NeoCon.
Hartford, CT, June 30, 2010--Connecticut firm Dur-A-Flex was awarded more than $50 million dollars in damages for the alleged misuse of trade secrets by Laticrete, a claim the company vigorously denies.
Fairlawn, OH, June 30, 2010--Omnova Solutions reported second quarter net income of $15.1 million, up $10.0 million, or 196%, compared to the second quarter of 2009.
Irvine, CA, June 30, 2010--Foreclosures accounted for a third of all home sales, and they sold at a nearly 30% discount in the first quarter this year, according to foreclosure tracking firm RealtyTrac.
Dallas, TX, June 29, 2010--Daltile has recognized eight commercial design projects and designers nationwide as the top “real life” applications using Daltile products.
Scranton, PA, June 29, 2010--Over 250 dealers, retailers, designers and contractors took part in Arley Wholesale's eighth annual tile and stone expo on June 15.
New York, NY, June 29, 2010--U.S. consumer confidence fell sharply in June on concerns over the sustainability of economic recovery and the outlook for jobs, marking the end of three months of gains.
London, England, June 29, 2010--Britain's carpet and floor covering retailer Carpetright reported Tuesday a 33.5% increase in pre-tax profit for fiscal 2010.