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AIA Lowers Non-Residential Construction Forecast

AIA Lowers Non-Residential Construction Forecast

Washington, DC, July 13, 2009--Non-residential construction spending in the U.S. will fall more deeply this year and next than was considered likely six months ago, according to a semiannual forecast by the American Institute of Architects.

Consumer Reports Tests Oak Vs. Bamboo

Consumer Reports Tests Oak Vs. Bamboo

Washington, DC, July 13, 2009--Bamboo floors are becoming more popular not only because they are often cheaper than oak, but because bamboo is considered eco-friendly by some since it grows faster than trees.

European Laminate EPDs Being Published Online

Bielefeld, Germany, July 13, 2009—The Association of European Producers of Laminate Flooring first EPDs Environmental Product Declarations for laminate flooring are being published on the website www.bau-umwelt.de.

Costikyan Buys Supplier Chatalbash

New York, NY, July 10, 2009--Restoration by Costikyan has purchased the Chatalbash Rug Company, a supply house for Oriental rug and carpet materials for the trade for the past 25 years.