Today's Flooring News

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WFCA Identifies Trends at Surfaces Show

Anaheim, CA, March 11, 2009 --Animal prints, nude tones, layered looks and leather were just some of the hottest trends in flooring uncovered by the World Floor Covering Association's fashion scouts at this year's Surfaces.

Hovnanian Loss Grows in First Quarter

Hovnanian Loss Grows in First Quarter

Red Bank, NJ, March 11, 2009--Homebuilder Hovnanian Enterprises Inc. posted a worse-than-expected loss for its fiscal first quarter and said the recently enacted government stimulus plan would do little to spur housing demand.

Alliance Flooring Names Retailers of Year

Nashville, TN, March 11, 2009--Alliance Flooring, Inc., parent company of CarpetsPlus Color Tile, Carpetland Color Tile and Floorco Direct to the Trade, recently held its 2009 Convention March 7-10, at the Opryland Hotel in Nashville.

Shaw Cutting Workforce at Tennessee Wood Plant

Shaw Cutting Workforce at Tennessee Wood Plant

South Pittsburg, TN, March 10, 2009--Shaw Industries said it will reduce manufacturing volume at its hardwood facility in South Pittsburg because of lower demand caused by weaker market conditions

FieldTurf Tarkett Opens Michigan Office

FieldTurf Tarkett Opens Michigan Office

Detroit, MI, March 11, 2009 -- FieldTurf Construction has recently opened an office in Auburn Hills, Mich. that will operate as a regional office for the sports surfacing manufacturer.

Bentley Prince Street Wins Evergreen Award

Bentley Prince Street Wins Evergreen Award

Los Angeles, CA, March 10, 2009 – The U.S. General Services Administration has chosen California carpet manufacturer Bentley Prince Street as a recipient of its 2008 Evergreen Award.