Arborcraft Signs Gilford Flooring Distributors
Johnson City, TN, Oct. 6, 2008 – Arborcraft Floors said that Gilford Flooring Distributors is the new distributor for its Harris Wood brand in Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky.
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Couristan Recognized for Low Rug Return Rate
St. Louis, MO, Oct. 6, 2008--For the third consecutive year, Couristan Inc. has been recognized by Home Decorators Collection for having the lowest return rate in the catalog’s entire area rug category.
Oil Prices Hit Eight-Month Low on Economic Worries
Singapore, Oct. 6, 2008--Oil prices fell to an eight-month low below $90 a barrel on speculation that the spreading financial crisis will exacerbate a global economic slowdown and cut demand for crude oil.
Surya Partners With Decorator Candice Olson
Calhoun, GA, Oct. 6, 2008--Area rug manufacturer Surya has partnered with HGTV celebrity decorator Candice Olson to create a new collection of area rugs set to début later this month at the High Point market, according to the Calhoun Times.
Bailout Hinges on Stable Housing Prices
New York, NY, Oct. 6, 2008--Experts say the most important thing that needs to happen before the $700 billion bailout even has a chance of working: Home prices must stop falling.
Apartment Vacancy Rate Hits Three-Year High
New York, NY, Oct. 6, 2008--The apartment vacancy rate in the third quarter increased to its highest level in more than three years, as the economy weakened and diluted the greatest source of apartment demand -- job growth.
Texas Flooring Chain Files Bankruptcy
Frisco, TX, Oct. 6, 2008--Frisco-based Coker Floor Co. Inc. has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
Housing Crisis May Be Near Bottom, Home Depot Says
Atlanta, GA, Oct. 6, 2008--While it appears the housing crisis hasn't hit bottom yet, the end is in sight, at least if you adhere to how Americans have behaved in the past, according to Home Depot experts.
Armstrong, Union, Agree on Three-Year Contract
Lancaster, PA, Oct. 3, 2008--Union negotiators and Armstrong World Industries agreed Friday on a new three-year contract covering five Armstrong flooring plants, including its Lancaster site, according to Lancaster.online.
FieldTurf Tarkett Moving Headquarters to Georgia
Montreal, Quebec, Canada, Oct. 3, 2008--FieldTurf Tarkett is relocating its corporate headquarters from Montreal to Peachtree City, Ga.