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Flexco Names Kenco Distributor Of The Year

Tuscumbia, Alabama, February 27, 2007--Flexco, a manufacturer of rubber, vinyl and ESD control commercial flooring, recently named Nashville-based Kenco Distributing Inc. as the recipient of its 2006 Distributor of the Year Award.

Dixie’s 4Q Earnings Off

Dixie’s 4Q Earnings Off

Chattanooga, TN, February 27, 2007--The Dixie Group in the fourth reported net income of $3.3 million, or $0.25 per diluted share, compared with $3.1 million or $0.24 per diluted share, for the fourth quarter of 2005.

Mohawk Expands DreamVision Function on Website

Mohawk Expands DreamVision Function on Website

Dalton, GA, February 26, 2007--When Mohawk reworked its consumer website in 2006, the company included a variety of interactive features that gave consumers the ability to better understand floor coverings and to visualize how they would look in a home.

Survey: Homeowner Want Upscale Features

Survey: Homeowner Want Upscale Features

Washington, D.C., February 27, 2007--As kitchens have evolved into the most popular room in the home, consumers are increasingly looking for high-end appliances, additional pantry space and recycling centers.

USGBC’s Advisory Committee Issues Final PVC Report

USGBC’s Advisory Committee Issues Final PVC Report

Washington, DC, February 27, 2007--The U.S. Green Building Council issued its final report to LEED Steering Committee (LSC) on the technical and scientific basis for a PVC-related credit within the LEED Green Building Rating System.

Existing-Home Sales Up 3% in January

Washington, DC, February 27, 2007 - Sales of existing homes rose in January, reaching the highest level in seven months, according to the National Association of Realtors.

Consumer Confidence Up in February

New York, NY, February 27, 2007--The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index, which had marginally increased in January, improved in February

EU Deadline Set for Desseaux Acquisition

EU Deadline Set for Desseaux Acquisition

Brussels, Belgium, February 27, 2007--The European Commission said the deadline for its inquiry into NPM Capital NV''s proposed acquisition of carpet manufacturer Tapijtfabriek H Desseaux NV is set for Mar 28.

Bentley Prince Street Receives Environmental Award

City of Industry, CA, February 27, 2007--For the fourth consecutive year, Bentley Prince Street has been recognized for its progressive efforts to reduce waste and conserve resources as a winner of the Waste Reduction Awards Program (WRAP) award.