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Anderson, SC, April 23, 2009--After reaching a record level of 3.32 billion square feet in 2006, U.S. tile consumption declined in consecutive years (2007-08) for the first time since 1990-91, according to the Tile Council of America.
Glen Burnie, MD, April 23, 2009--J.J. Haines, the nation’s largest floor covering distributor, has a six month customer appreciation promotion beginning in May to celebrate two milestones in the company’s history.
Alexandria, VA, April 23, 2009--Commercial Carpets of America said that Chris Moline, residential group manager, has been designated as a LEED Accredited Professional.
Washington, DC, April 22, 2009--Kermit Baker, chief economist for the American Institute of Architects (AIA), said the residential construction industry is "approaching the bottom."
Atlanta, GA, April 22, 2009--Modular carpet maker Interface has released its latest Ecometrics results.
Atlanta, GA, April 21, 2009--Fiber maker Invista said that it has launched a website, antron.net/recovery, designed to help school facility managers identify and specify carpet for school renovations.
Washington, DC, April 22, 2009--Mortgage applications rose 5.3% last week, compared with the week before, as refinancing activity increased, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.
Washington, DC, April 22, 2009--Conforming mortgage rates are likely to stay low for the remainder of the year, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association's chief economist.
Oakland, CA, April 22, 2009--Claremont Rug Company has purchased 150 antique Oriental rugs from the estates of two established American families.
Dalton, GA, April 21, 2009--Shaw Living has earned “Cradle to Cradle” silver certification from McDonough Braungart Design Chemistry (MBDC) for some of its bath and scatter rugs.