Businesses Inventories Down in December
Washington, DC, February 14, 2007--Businesses worked down their inventories in December after a sharp buildup in previous months, the Commerce Department reported Wednesday.
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Mortgage Applications Up in Latest MBA Survey
Washington, DC, February 14, 2007--The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) today released its Weekly Mortgage Applications Survey for the week ending February 9.
Pakistani Carpet-Makers Demand Incentives
Lahore, Pakistan, February 14, 2007--The Carpet Manufacturers and Exporters Association (CMEA) in a meeting with a Trade Development Authority of Pakistan official has demanded incentives.
Lauzon Debuts Antique Collection at Surfaces
Las Vegas, NV, February 14, 2007--Lauzon Distinctive Hardwood Flooring, debuted a timely addition to its product offering: the Antique Collection, presented in three warm and inviting Antique tones.
AIA Funds $2M Project for 150th Anniversary
Washington, D.C., February 14, 2007--The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has launched a nationwide community service initiative called Blueprint for America to mark the organization’s 150th anniversary.
U.S. Flooring Delegation Invited to DomotexAsia
Shanghai, China, February 14, 2007--Organized by VNU Exhibitions Asia, Deutsche Messe AG and Chinafloors, the 9th Domotex asia ChinaFloor (DACF) show will take place March 28-30, 2007 in the Shanghai New International Expo Centre.
Developers Need More Federal Funds For Green Build
New York, NY, February 14, 2007--When it opens next year, the 54-story Bank of America Tower in New York will be the most environmentally friendly office building in the United States.
Beaulieu Rolls Out Two New Collection at Surfaces
Las Vegas, NV, February 14, 2007--Beaulieu of America launched two new collections at Surfaces 2007.
House of Tile and Stone Releases Novo Porcelain
Sun Valley, CA, February 13, 2007--House of Tile and Stone has just introduced the Novo International Brand of porcelain tiles, designed by leading Italian designers and manufactured by Negev’s state-of-the-art facility in the Negev Desert, Israel.
Galleher Sells Business to Itochu
Santa Fe Springs, California, February 13, 2007--Galleher, Inc., a privately-held floor covering distributor located in Santa Fe Springs, California, has agreed to sell its business to Itochu Corporation.