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New York, NY, May 9, 2023-In the first three months of 2023, total U.S. imports of ceramic tile were 44.8 million square meters, according to Grosser Consulting, a 4.6% decline compared to the same period in 2022.
Washington, DC, May 9, 2023—The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that hiring in the U.S. unexpectedly picked up last month, with employers adding 253,000 (seasonally adjusted) jobs, up from a revised 165,000 in March, reports the Dodge Data & Analytics.
Washington, DC, May 9, 2023—NFIB’s Small Business Optimism Index decreased by 1.1 points in April to 89.0.
Solon, OH, May 9, 2023 -Tarkett received two Green Good Design Awards for its Inspired Nature and LinoFloor xf2 and LinoWall xf2 collections.
Salem, NJ, May 9, 2023-In recognition of the benefits that higher education provides to both individuals and the communities in which they live, Mannington Mills is a corporate sponsor of the National Merit Scholarship Corporation and the underwriter of scholarships for children of our associates.
Waregem, Belgium, May 9, 2023-Unilin Technologies, the IP and technology division of Mohawk Industries, has announced a partnership agreement with Prewi, a manufacturer of quality measuring equipment and tooling systems for the wood-based material processing sector.
Richmond, VA, May 8, 2023—LL Flooring reported net sales of $240.7 million for Q1 2023, a 13.7% decline compared to Q1 2022’s $279 million, driven by lower spending by consumers versus last year combined with a decline in Pro sales.
Atlanta, GA, May 8, 2023—Floor & Décor reported a net sales increase of 9.1% to $1,122.1 million in Q1 2023, compared to $1,028.7 million in Q1 2022.
Chicago, IL, May 8, 2023--Robert (Bob) Hill, 86, founder and chairman of Floor Covering Associates (FCA), has died.
Bristol, Virginia, May 8, 2023-Universal Fibers introduced a new solution for carpet manufacturing customers: "Natural" polyamide 6,6 (PA6,6) and polyamide 6 (PA6) yarn. This yarn is white dyeable.