Foamex Emerges from Chapter 11
Linwood, PA, February 12, 2007--Foamex International said today that its plan of reorganization has become effective and the company has successfully emerged from chapter 11 bankruptcy protection.
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Manure Fiberboard May Be The Next Big Thing
East Lansing, MI, February 12, 2007--Home-buyers of tomorrow could find themselves walking across floors made from manure.
Faus Reorganizes FausFloor Sales Team
Calhoun, GA, February 12, 2007--Faus Group, Inc. said the company is expanding and reorganizing its Fausfloor sales team, most recently naming Bob Franssen as National Accounts Manager.
Faus Launches Consumer Ad Campaign
Calhoun, GA, February 12, 2007--In an effort to further strengthen their position in the marketplace, Faus Group, Inc. said it launched of its first consumer advertising campaign during the Surfaces 2007 show in Las Vegas.
Home Depot To Reevalute HD Supply
Atlanta, GA, February 12, 2007--Home Depot said the company and its board has decided to evaluate strategic alternatives for its HD Supply business, including a possible sale, spin or initial public offering of the business.
AIA Poll of America’s Favorite Buildings Released
Washington, D.C., February 12, 2007--Two of the most iconic buildings in the United States--the Empire State Building and the White House--top the list of America’s Favorite Architecture.
CRI Pre-Spray Certifications Pass 100 Approvals
Dalton, GA, February 12, 2007--The addition of six pre-sprays into the CRI Seal of Approval family has pushed the cleaning solutions program past the 100 certified mark.
USGBC Begins Pilot Test of New Rating System
Washington, DC, February 12, 2007--The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is now accepting applications for pilot projects to participate in the LEED for Neighborhood Development program.
ABC Carpet & Home to Offer Spa Services
New York, NY, February 12, 2007--Carpet retailer ABC Carpet & Home is converting part of its New York showroom into a meditation center with nurturing services created by mind-body physician Deepak Chopra.
Report: 55+ Population to Reach 85M by 2014
Washington, DC, February 12, 2007--The National Association of Home Builders’ (NAHB) 50+ Housing Council predicts that 40 percent of all households will be headed by someone 55 or older by 2012.