Today's Flooring News

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New Gaskell Carpet Business Acquires Hugh Mackay

Lancashire, England, May 25--With the recent demise of Gaskell plc and the closure of Hugh Mackay Carpets’ Durham factory, it looked as though two of the biggest and best known brands in the carpet industry might disappear.

Remodeling Market Grew In 1Q

Washington, DC, May 25--Remodeling activity showed strong growth in the first quarter of 2005, according to the National Association of Home Builders’ (NAHB) Remodeling Market Index (RMI).

Median Housing Values Continue to Rise, Census Bur

Washington, DC, May 26--As median home values across the nation continue to rise, so has the proportion of homes valued at $1 million or more, according to a new analysis of American Community Survey (ACS) data released by the U.S. Census Bureau.

NAFCD Presents Ceramic Education Program in Midwes

Chicago, May 25--The successful ceramic tile program "The Revealing Truth about Ceramic Tile – Including Porcelain and Glass: Putting the Profitable Pieces Together" found an enthusiastic audience in the Midwest during its fourth regional presentation.

Stanton Selected as Choice Brand by Trump

Syosset, NY, May 25--Stanton Carpet Corporation, importer of high quality wool and synthetic broadloom products and area rugs, was chosen to be featured in two high profile mediums.