Capel Partners With Designer Kevin O'Brien
Troy, NC, Sept. 9, 2010--Capel Rugs and fabric designer Kevin O'Brien have formed a new partnership to create a line of fashion-forward area rugs.
Today's Flooring News
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Job Openings Increase in July
Washington, DC, Sept. 9, 2010--Job openings are rising modestly, according to Labor Department statistics.
Pergo Gets New German Fold-Down Patent
Baar, Switzerland, Sept. 9, 2010--Laminate flooring maker Pergo said it has been granted an additional German patent for its fold-down technology.
Trade Deficit Falls in July
Washington, DC, Sept. 9, 2010--The trade gap narrowed $7 billion in July to $42.8 billion, according to the Bureau of Economic Analysis.
Fed Report Paints Picture of Slowing Economy
Washington, DC, Sept. 9, 2010--The economy is continuing to expand, but more slowly than earlier this year, according to the Federal Reserve's so-called "beige book."
Economists Revise Growth Forecast Down
Washington, DC, Sept. 9, 2010--U.S. economic growth for the rest of this year and next was revised lower for a third consecutive month, according to the Blue Chip Economic Indicators report.
Lumber Liquidators Expands Commercial Division
Toano, VA, Sept. 9, 2010--Lumber Liquidators said it has expanded its commercial division to serve the needs of contractors, builders and developers.
Bamboo Maker Teragren Forms Contract Division
Bainbridge Island, WA, Sept. 8, 2010--Bamboo flooring manufacturer Teragren said it has launched a new Contract Division.
Creston Carpet Mills Closes Its Doors
Dalton, GA, Sept. 8, 2010--Creston Carpet Mills of Dalton, Georgia ceased operations on September 3, mostly due to economic reasons.
PG Hardwood Consolidating Production
Saint-Édouard-de-Lotbinière, Quebec, Canada, Sept. 8, 2010--PG Hardwood Flooring is transferring all its production to Saint-Édouard-de-Lotbinière and will cease operations at a plant in Beauceville.