Today's Flooring News

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Home Depot Closing 15 Expo Stores

Atlanta, GA. May 20--Home Depot announced earlier this week it plans to close about one-third of its Expo home decor stores, eliminating about 2,000 jobs.

Senate Focus on Veto Question Delays Asbestos Bill

Washington, DC, May 20—-The bill to establish a $140 billion asbestos compensation fund has been slowed by a Senate fight over approving judges but supporters are pressing ahead and even one critic of the legislation said on Thursday he expected it to cle

Philadelphia Fed Business Index Declines

Philadelphia, PA, May 20--The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia reported that manufacturers in its region saw a sharp slowdown in growth and employment in May, though an easing of inflation pressures lessened the blow.

Tricycle Intros Apso Jet Set

Chattanooga, TN, May 20--Apso announces the release of a new evolution in product development for interiors manufacturers, the Apso Jet Set.

Jury Seeks DuPont Teflon Documents

Wilmington, DL, May 20--DuPont said a federal grand jury is seeking documents on a chemical used to make Teflon nonstick coatings that has been the subject of safety concerns.

Honeywell Chairman Looking to Sell Nylon Unit

Morris Township, NJ, May 20--Honeywell chairman and CEO Dave Cote said this week that the company continues looking for acquisitions that fit its strategies and business lines, while being very keen not to overpay for anything.

New Concrete Flooring Focuses on Commercial Sector

Minneapolis, MN, May 20--With dreams of supplying big-box retailers like Minneapolis-based Target Corp., Concrete Arts of Hudson, Wis., has created a terrazzo-like polished concrete aggregate flooring that is cheaper, easier to care for and stronger than