Mohawk Group Opens 10,000 Square Foot Showroom in Chicago
Chicago, IL, November 25, 2024-Mohawk Group, a provider of commercial flooring, has announced the grand opening of its new Chicago showroom in the Fulton Market Design District.
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Proximity to Loved Ones & Affordability Remain Drivers of Relocation
Washington, DC, November 25, 2024—In 2024, Realtors reported that their recent clients chose to move to a specific area primarily to be closer to family and friends (30%) and to get more home for the money (21%), according to a new report from the National Association of Realtors.
Manasota Flooring Celebrating 50 Years
Sarasota, FL, November 25, 2024—Florida-based Manasota Flooring is celebrating 50 years of business.
Dal-Tile Promotes Hilary Frank to Vice President
Dallas, TX, November 25, 2024—Hilary Frank has been promoted to vice president commercial sales and business development for Dal-Tile.
Construction Starts Rose 4% in October on Commercial Strength
Bedford, MA, November 22, 2024—Total construction starts increased 4% in October to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $1.2 trillion, according to Dodge Construction Network.
Consumer Sentiment Rose 1.8% to 71.8 in November
Ann Arbor, MI, November 22, 2024—Consumer sentiment rose 1.8% to 71.8 in November, according to final results from the University of Michigan Survey of Consumers.
Container Rates Down Despite Buying Ahead of Trump Tariffs
London, UK, November 22, 2024—"Spot ocean container rates fell 1% this week to an average of $3,413 per 40-foot container, according to rate tracker Drewry. Rates have been falling more or less since July, despite a 4% spike seen two weeks ago,” reports Furniture Today.
Hurricane Helene Caused $213M in Damage to NC Forests
Washington, DC, November 22, 2024—The North Carolina Forest Service reported that Hurricane Helene caused more than $213 million of damage to western North Carolina forests across more than 800,000 acres and in 17 counties, according to the Decorative Hardwoods Association.
Schattdecor Starts Hotmelt Adhesive Production Line in SC
Lexington, SC, November 22, 2024-Schattdecor announced the startup of its Hotmelt Adhesive production line in Lexington, South Carolina.
Rick Shane, Owner of Bestflor Distributors, Has Died
Hartford, CT, November 22, 2024-Richard (Rick) Shane, owner of Bestflor Distributors, has died.