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Kennesaw, GA, September 11, 2007—In October, Solutia Inc.'s Wear-Dated carpet fiber will continue its participation in a Karastan initiative showing consumers how high-quality design can play a role in their homes' décor.
Sint-Baafs Vijve in Belgium, September 11, 2007-- Balta Rugs, the rug division of the Balta Group, has opened its new international showroom at Sint-Baafs Vijve in Belgium.
New York, NY, September 11, 2007--Chain-store sales rose 0.3% for the week of ended September 8 compared with the prior week, according to the International Council of Shopping Centers and UBS Securities.
Washington, DC, September 10, 2007—Consumer credit in July rose at a 3.7% annual rate, or by $7.5 billion, according to a report from the Federal Reserve.
Florence, AL, September 11, 2007--Nafco by Tarkett has added GemStone to its luxury vinyl tile series.
Washington, D.C., September 11, 2007--Although buildings produce nearly half of all greenhouse gas emissions contributing to global warming, a survey released today by the AIA shows that 40% of voters believe cars and trucks are the highest contributors.
Milwaukee, WI, September 11, 2007—The nation’s employers plan to maintain a stable, yet cautious approach toward hiring in the final quarter of 2007, according to the latest Manpower Employment Outlook Survey.
London, England, September 11, 2007--Flooring distributor Headlam had a 5.4% increase in pre-tax profit during the first half and said it is well positioned going into the traditionally busy autumn selling period.
Salem, NJ, September 10, 2007--Mannington Mills Inc. said it will increase prices on some resilient products because of rising costs.
Chattanooga, TN, September 10, 2007--Do you have a retail flooring display that draws shoppers like a magnet?