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Norwalk, CT, March 25, 2021-Metroflor Corporation announced that its SPC and WPC products achieve the requirements for Assure Certified-a program created by the Resilient Floor Covering Institute (RFCI) and SCS Global Services (SCS) to ensure the continued growth and integrity of rigid core LVT marketed and sold in North America.
Washington, DC, May 14, 2021—U.S. import prices advanced 0.7% in April following a 1.4% increase in March, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported.
Washington, DC, May 14, 2021--The value of wood flooring exports from China dropped 19% to $120 million in 2020, reports the Decorative Hardwoods Association.
Providence, RI, Apr. 26--Piecing together a house is getting more expensive for builders this spring as prices rise on construction materials, according to the Providence Journal.
Washington, DC, May 14, 2021—The combined value of distributive trade sales and manufacturers’ shipments for March was estimated at $1,638.2 billion, up 5.7% from February 2021 and was up 18.5% from March 2020, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
Atlanta, GA, May 7, 2021—Interface reported Q1 net sales of $253 million, down 12% versus $288 million in the prior year period.
New York City, NY, May 14, 2021—NYCxDESIGN and Caesarstone are pleased to announce the winning designers of IMPACTxDESIGN, an inaugural competition to showcase how design can enhance public space and foster engagement in New York City.
Chattanooga, TN, May 13, 2021-U.S. tariffs have led to a sharp decline in Chinese imports, according to the Wall Street Journal, with the flooring industry seeing a significant decrease in Chinese imports in every category except LVT.
Washington, DC, May 13, 2021-The Producer Price Index for final demand increased 0.6% in April, seasonally adjusted, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported.
New York, NY, May 13, 2021-The International Federation of Interior Architects/Designers (IFI) has announced the jury members who will determine the winners of its 2021 edition of the Global Awards Program (IFI GAP).