Lefkowitz Forms New Hardwood Distribution Firm
Deer Park, NY, Oct. 13, 2011 -- The former president of Hoboken Floors has formed a new hardwood flooring distribution firm called HW Flooring LLC.
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New Unemployment Claims Dip Slightly
Washington, DC, Oct. 13, 2011 -- New claims for unemployment benefits dipped slightly last week, according to the Labor Department.
Foreclosure Activity Beginning To Rise
Irvine, CA, Oct. 13, 2011 -- More U.S. homes are entering the foreclosure process, according to tracking firm RealtyTrac.
NWFA Revises Certification Program Process
St. Louis, MO, Oct. 13, 2011 -- National Wood Flooring Association said it has revised its Responsible Procurement Program certification process.
Mohawk Group Puts Three Brands in One Catalog
Marietta, GA, Oct. 13, 2011 -- For the first time ever, commercial flooring firms Karastan Contract, Lees and Bigelow are included in a single catalog that architects and designers can reference.
Desso Increases Use of Aquafil's Econyl Yarn
Waalwijk, The Netherlands, Oct. 13, 2011 -- Carpet maker Desso said that 60% of its carpet tile range will be made with Aquafil's Econyl yarn.
Trade Deficit Unchanged in August
Washington, DC, Oct. 13, 2011 -- The Nation’s international trade deficit in goods and services was unchanged at $45.6 billion in August.
Texas Carpet Recycling Wins Award
Grapevine, TX, Oct. 13, 2011 -- Texas Carpet Recycling said it was recognized as a leader in recycling and sustainability at the 2011 State of Texas Alliance for Recycling Leadership Awards on Oct. 4.
NWFA Aids in Certification of 12,000 FSC Acres
St. Louis, MO, Oct. 13, 2011 -- The National Wood Flooring Association’s FSC Procurement Group recently worked with the White Wood Timber Group to certify 12,000 acres of forest land through the Forest Stewardship Council.
Crossville Names Waldrep Vice President Marketing
Crossville, TN, Oct. 12, 2011 -- Tile maker Crossville has named Lindsey Ann Waldrep vice president of marketing.