Detroit Area Flooring Store Closes Suddenly
Gregory, MI, July 12, 2010--A long-time flooring company has closed for business, leaving customers with unfinished jobs and, in some cases, without a refund, according to a Detroit television station.
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RAK Says It's World's Largest Tile Manufacturer
United Arab Emirates, July 12, 2010--RAK Ceramics said it has been officially recognized as the world's largest ceramic tile manufacturer by the Ceramic World Review.
DOJ Files Suit Against Dalton Rug Firm
Washington, DC, July 9, 2010--The Justice Department said in a press release that it filed a lawsuit against Garland Sales Inc., a rug manufacturer and seller in Dalton, Georgia.
Mortgage Rates Lowest in 50 Years
Washington, DC, July 9, 2010--Mortgage rates fell for the second straight week to the lowest point in five decades.
Congoleum Completes Reorganization Plan
Mercerville, NJ, July 9, 2010--Congoleum reported in a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission that its confirmed plan of reorganization has essentially become effective as of July 1.
Housing Groups Suing EPA Over Lead Paint Rule
Washington, DC, July 9, 2010--A coalition of housing industry groups joined the National Association of Home Builders in announcing plans to file a lawsuit against the Environmental Protection Agency.
Australia's Style Ltd. Signs Midwest Distributor
Melbourne, Australia, July 9, 2010--Australian flooring manufacturer Style Limited has signed CDC Distributors, Inc. to distribute its products across the Midwestern U.S.
Bloomberg Calls Martha Winner in HD vs. Lowe's
New York, NY, July 9, 2010--Bloomberg Business Week calls Martha Stewart the latest winner in the ongoing battle between Home Depot and Lowe's.
Greenguard Praises New Formaldehyde Law
Atlanta, GA, July 9, 2010--The Greenguard Environmental Institute has praised the federal government for signing into law Wednesday the Formaldehyde Standards for Composite Wood Products Act.
Initial Jobless Claims Fall More Than Expected
Washington, DC, July 8, 2010--Initial jobless claims fell more than expected last week, according to Labor Department statistics.