Green Building Council Makes Office Green
Washington, DC, November 22--It only made sense that the U.S. Green Building Council resides in a green office.
Today's Flooring News
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Ohio Retailer Indicted on State Sales Tax Charges
Bowling Green, Oh, November 22--The owner of a local carpet store has been indicted on three charges stemming from his alleged failure to turn over state sales tax, according to the Toledo Blade.
Innovation Key to Wood Production
Auckland, New Zealand, November 22--Forestry is a competitive market and it's not just about growing trees.
Tarkett Commercial Unifies Merchandising Efforts
Houston, TX, November 22--Tarkett Commercial is continuing the integration of its product marketing under one brand standard by instituting the use of one uniform merchandising design for all Commercial products.
Michigan Retailer Moves to Unique New Location
Muskegon, MI, November 22--The business behind the old warehouse door at 605 W. Dale belies the carpet and flooring business behind it.
Congress Extends Internet Tax Ban
Washington, DC, November 22--Congress Friday reinstated a ban on Internet access taxes after the House of Representatives agreed to extend it for another three years rather than make it permanent.
DyStar to Acquire Rotta Group
Frankfurt, Germany, November 19--DyStar has signed an agreement to acquire the Rotta Group. Financial details were not disclosed.
Study: Flooring Demand in China to Grow 7% a Year
Cleveland, OH, November 19--Demand for flooring in China is expected to climb 7 percent per year through 2008 to 2.5 billion square meters, according to a report by the Freedonia Group.
Williams-Sonoma 3Q Profit Up 19%
San Francisco, CA, November 19--- Williams-Sonoma Inc. Thursday said its profit rose 19 percent in the third quarter, helped by brisk Pottery Barn business and a new link in the supply chain that strengthened furniture sales.
Surfaces ‘05 Education Program Promises Everything
Dallas, TX, November 19-- The floor covering industry is evolving faster than ever with consumer demand at an all-time high.