Mohawk University Debuts Newsletter
Dalton, GA, July 29, 2009--Mohawk University is publishing a newsletter, “MU News,” that helps floorcovering professionals find new ways to build sales, improve store operations, and enjoy their jobs more.
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.
Flooring Store on Track for LEED Certification
Frisco, TX, July 29, 2009--Dobson's Flooring America’s newest store is on track for LEED certification.
New Flooring Retailer Opens in South Dakota
Dell Rapids, SD, July 29, 2009--Graham’s Floor Covering opened in Dell Rapids’ Main Street last week.
Durable Goods Orders Outside Transportation Rise
Washington, DC, July 29, 2009--Orders for durable goods outside the transportation sector rose by 1.1 percent in June, better than the flat performance economists expected.
Unilin Signs Five Asian License Agreements
Dallas, TX, July 28, 2009--Unilin Flooring has signed five new license agreements with laminate and engineered flooring manufacturers in Asia.
Home Prices Rise for First Time in 34 Months
New York, NY, July 28, 2009--Prices for single family homes rose in May from April, the first monthly increase in nearly three years.
Retail Sales Edged Up Last Week
Washington, DC, July 28, 2009--U.S. retail sales rose slightly in the week ending July 25, the International Council of Shopping Centers reported Wednesday.
WFCA Seeking Hall of Fame Nominations
Anaheim, CA; July 27, 2009--The World Floor Covering Association is accepting applications for nominations to the Floor Covering Industry Hall of Fame.
Consumer Confidence Down in July
Washington, DC, July 28, 2009--Consumer confidence fell for the second consecutive month in July, the Conference Board reported Tuesday, underscoring still-gloomy sentiment about the U.S. economy.
Gerflor Makes Two Appointments To Marketing Team
Chicago, IL, July 28, 2009--Vinyl flooring maker Gerflor has appointed Xavier Nicolau and Catherine Del Vecchio to its North America marketing team.