Builder Confidence Improves in April
Washington, DC, April 16, 2010--Builder confidence in the market for newly built, single-family homes improved significantly in April, according to the National Association of Home Builders.
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Rare Persian Rug Sells for $9.6 Million
London, England, April 16, 2010--A rare 17th Century Persian carpet fetched a world record $9.6 million at Christie's in London yesterday - 20 times more than expected.
Middle East Sees Growing Construction Activity
Dubai, UAE, April 26, 2010--Domotex Middle East says that improving real estate activity across the Middle East is expected to generate 15% annual growth for the foreseeable future.
Tai Ping Earns NSF-140 Silver Rating
New York, NY, April 16, 2010--International carpet manufacturer Tai Ping said has earned a silver rating from NSF International for product sustainability.
Valinge Suing Classen Over Locking System
Viken, Sweden, April 16, 2010--Välinge is suing Classen in Texas over patent infringement regarding a locking system.
Shaw Raising Carpet Prices as Costs Increase
Dalton, GA, April 15, 2010--Continuing cost increases for raw materials is forcing Shaw Industries to raise carpet prices 5% to 7%, with a minimum price increase of $0.27 per square yard.
Foreclosures Hit Record in First Quarter
Irvine, CA, April 15, 2010--A record number of U.S. homes entered foreclosure in the first quarter, according to a new report from RealtyTrac.
NWFA Presents Service, Golden Mallet Awards
St. Louis, MO, April 15, 2010--The National Wood Flooring Association announced its 2010 Community Service Award recipients during its convention in Washington, DC.
Stonhard Honored by Food Processing Publication
Maple Shade, NJ, April 15, 2010--Once again, Stonhard has been named a leading floor supplier for the food and beverage industry by Food Processing magazine, as part of its annual “Readers’ Choice Awards”.
Initial Jobless Claims Rise Unexpectedly
Washington, DC, April 15, 2010--Initial jobless claims jumped 24,000 in the latest week, according to the Labor Department,