Desso Carpet Used in Colorful Wall Project
Apeldorn, The Netherlands, May 24, 2010--Axminster carpeting from Desso, the international carpet manufacturer, has climbed off the floor and onto the wall in a local office building.
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NABE Sees Higher GDP Than Initially Expected
Washington, DC, May 24, 2010--The U.S. economy is forecast to grow at a higher rate than initially projected in both 2010 and 2011, according to the latest forecast compiled by the National Assocation for Business Economics.
Existing Home Sales Rise in April
Washington, DC, May 24, 2010--Existing-home sales rose again in April with buyers motivated by the tax credit, improving consumer confidence and favorable affordability conditions, according to the National Association of Realtors.
Defaults Rise on Mortgages for Apartment Buildings
New York, NY, May 24, 2010--Defaults on apartment-building mortgages held by U.S. banks rose to a record 4.6 percent in the first quarter, according to a report by Real Capital Analytics Inc.
L&M Concrete Products Pass Green Ratings
Omaha, NE, May 24, 2010--Five of L&M Construction Chemicals products used on concrete floors in schools and hospitals have passed the requirements in LEED and the CHPS green rating systems, the company said.
Shaw Marks Launch of Green Products Institute
Mountain View, CA, May 21, 2010--Representatives from Shaw Industries Group joined California Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger and architect William McDonough at Google’s headquarters to mark the launch of the Green Products Innovation Institute (GPII).
H.B. Fuller Subsidiary Changes Its Name
Aurora, IL, May 21, 2010--H.B. Fuller subsidiary Specialty Construction Brands, Inc. has changed its name to H.B. Fuller Construction Products Inc.
Third Party Study Validates Tennant Technology
Minneapolis, MN, May 21, 2010--Tennant Company said it has received independent third-party verification of the effectiveness its ec-H2O cleaning technology.
NALFA To Begin Employing Social Media
Washington, DC, May 21, 2010--The North American Laminate Flooring Association said it will begin employing a variety of social media tools to communicate with laminate industry professionals as well as consumers.
Dal-Tile President Turk Tossing First Pitch
Dallas, TX, May 21, 2010--Dal-Tile President Harold Turk is throwing out the first pitch at the Texas Rangers vs. Chicago Cubs baseball game tonight.