Durkin Hospitality Launches Chromistique
Miami, FL, September 19, 2007--Durkin Hospitality aims to capture the feel of the '60s with its new Chromistique carpet collection.
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Beazer Ready to Downsize Further
Atlanta, GA, September 19, 2007--Homebuilder Beazer Homes USA Inc. is cutting costs and offering discounts to weather the downturn in the housing market and is prepared to downsize further if needed, CEO Ian McCarthy said.
From Johnsonite, Acczent Comfort Vinyl
Chagrin Falls, OH, September 18, 2007-- A new vinyl from Johnsonite, Acczent, aims to create the looks of wood, glass and steel without the expense, installation time and maintenance requirements.
Pergo Launches National Ad Campaign
Raleigh, NC, September 19, 2007-- Pergo is looking to reinvigorate sales of its laminate flooring with its first national advertising campaign in four years.
Lumber Liquidators Add Ohio Location
Miamisburg, OH, September 19, 2007—Hardwood flooring retailer Lumber Liquidators will open a store in Miamisburg, Ohio.
Gentry Hardwood Intros Hybrid, FusionPlank
Fairfield, CA, September 17, 2007-- Gentry Hardwood Floors has introduced FusionPlank solid hybrid flooring system.
Armstrong Awarded Hardwood Patent
Lancaster, PA, September 17, 2007--Armstrong World Industries has been awarded a patent for its NextGentechnology for locking engineered hardwood flooring.
Brintons Announces New Distribution Strategy
Atlanta, GA, September 17, 2007--Brintons, manufacturers of wool-rich woven Axminster carpet, has a new marketing and distribution strategy for its residential carpet operations in the U.S. and Canada.
Shaw Announces 2007 Fall Marketing Plans
Dalton,GA, September 17, 2007--Shaw will implement an aggressive fall 2007 advertising schedule that specifically targets female consumers.
Furniture Brands Lowers 3Q Guidance
St. Louis, MO, September 18, 2007--Furniture Brands International lowered its third quarter outlook citing continued softening of its business and weakening of order flow.