Ceramic Tiles of Italy Opens Design Competition
New York, NY, Oct. 19, 2009--Ceramic Tiles of Italy is now accepting entries for its 17th annual Design Competition.
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Consumer Sentiment Falls in Early October
Ann Arbor, MI, Oct. 16, 2009--Consumer sentiment pulled back in early October, according to the Reuters/University of Michigan index.
Industrial Output Higher Than Expected Last Month
Washington, DC, Oct. 16, 2009--The nation's industrial production rose more than expected in September, the third straight monthly gain, the Federal Reserve reported Thursday.
NAFCD Study Outlines Needs of Flooring Retailers
Chicago, IL, Oct. 16, 2009--At its 38th Annual Meeting of the North American Association of Floor Covering Distributors unveiled its newest research study entitled “Understanding the Needs of Floor Covering Retailer.”
Oil Prices Surging Toward $80
New York, NY, Oct. 16, 2009--Oil prices were up to near $78 a barrel Friday, continuing a weeklong rally amid an unexpected drop in U.S. gasoline inventories.
New Tile Line Exceptional Surfaces Makes Debut
Crossville, TN, Oct. 16, 2009--Exceptional Surfaces is a new brand of tile that has recently launched nationwide.
Lumber Liquidators on Top in Forbes List
Toano, VA, Oct. 15, 2009--Lumber Liquidators has been named number one on the Forbes list of the 200 Best Small Companies, a list of companies that show both sales and earnings growth.
Foreclosures Keep Rising in Third Quarter
Irvine, CA, Oct. 15, 2009--Foreclosure activity rose more than 5 percent from summer to fall as a federal effort to assist struggling borrowers was overwhelmed by a flood of defaults among people who lost their jobs.
Aquafil Hosting Environmental Consultant at Event
Cartersville, GA, Oct. 15, 2009--As part of its 10th anniversary celebration Oct. 22 at the Cartersville facility, Aquafil is featuring Gil Friend, author of “The Truth About Green Business” as the keynote speaker.
DriTac Moves Into New Manufacturing Facility
Clifton, NJ, Oct. 15, 2009--DriTac Flooring Products has moved to a new manufacturing facility for its line of adhesives, concrete sealers and repair systems for hardwood flooring installations.