Today's Flooring News

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More Consumers Are Watching TV Online

New York, NY, October 26, 2006--One out of every ten online consumers watches television broadcasts online, according to the latest Consumer Internet Barometer, released today.

NTP Names Executive Director of Marketing

Alexandria, VA, October 25, 2006--National Trade Productions (NTP), managers of the trade show Coverings, has announced the addition of Elena Grant as the new Executive Director of Marketing, Managed Shows Division to their Alexandria based offices.

UFloor Systems Enters U.S. Market

Greensboro, NC, October 25, 2006--UFloor systems, Inc., the North American subsidiary of the Uzin-Utz Group, German manufacturer and marketer of installation products for all categories of flooring, has opened its doors in North America.

Carpenter Joins Kronotex Sales Team

Barnwell, SC, October 24, 2006--Laminate flooring manufacturer Kronotex USA appoints Shane Carpenter to its sales team as director of national sales.

Carpetright 1H Sales Up

London, England, October 24, 2006--Carpetright, Britain's biggest carpet retailer, said on Tuesday that sales in the UK and Ireland rose by 5.9 percent in the first half of its financial year, with same store sales revenues up 0.3 percent.

Louisiana-Pacific 3Q Earnings Off

Nashville, TN, October 24, 2006-- Louisiana-Pacific Corp. said Tuesday its third-quarter earnings fell, as lower prices caused by the housing slowdown depressed revenue.

Fabrica's New Rugs Recall Ancient Style

October 23, 2006, Santa Ana, California--Inspired by an age old tradition, Shandur from Fabrica captures the subtle striations and color variations found in ancient rugs, in carpet that has a remarkably hand-spun appearance.