Carpet One Names 2019 Award Winners
Washington, DC, January 24, 2019—During its recent convention at the Gaylord National Convention Center, Carpet One Floor & Home recognized outstanding members of its cooperative.
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Architectural Billings Slowed in December But Remained Positive
Washington, DC, January 24, 2019-The American Institute of Architects’ (AIA) Architecture Billings Index (ABI) score for December was 50.4 compared to 54.7 in November.
EU Resilient Flooring Manufacturers’ Institute Names Director
Worcestershire, UK, January 24, 2019-The European Resilient Flooring Manufacturers’ Institute (ERFMI) has announced several new senior management appointments, including Jane Gardner as its managing director.
Metroflor Earns JUST Label for Second Chinese Factory
Norwalk, CT, January 23, 2019-Metroflor announced the achievement of the JUST social transparency label for the second Chinese factory, Zhangjiagang Yihua Rundong New Material Co., Ltd, otherwise known as Yihua.
I4F Acquires Patent Technology that Facilitates Material Savings
Las Vegas, NV, January 23, 2019-I4F has announced the availability of a patented technology enabling manufacturers to save up to 10% on materials during the production of rigid polymer boards.
Surfaces 2019 Starts Today in Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV, January 23, 2019-The International Surface Event (Surfaces) starts today at the Mandalay Bay Convention Center in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Leadership Interview with Paul De Cock - President of MFNA
Preview of leadership article written for the February Issue of Floor Focus Magazine
Existing Home Sales Fell 6.4% in December
Washington, DC, January 22, 2019—Total existing-home sales for December decreased 6.4% from November to a seasonally adjusted rate of 4.99 million in December, according to the National Association of Realtors.
NWFA Launches "Real Wood. Real Life." Campaign
St. Louis, January 22, 2019-The National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) is launching a new effort to help homeowners learn more about the characteristics and benefits of real wood floors.
Economists Say U.S. Consumers Will Foot the Bill for CH Tariffs
New York, NY, January 22, 2019-While the U.S. has imposed more than $13 billion in tariffs on China and other countries in President Trump’s trade war, ultimately it will be U.S. consumers who foot the bill, according to a report by Mark Niquette of Bloomberg News.