RFCI Adds LX Hausys as Member
La Grange, GA, April 29, 2026-LX Hausys has joined the Resilient Floor Covering Institute (RFCI) as an associate manufacturer member.
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NALFA Adds Floor Covering Inspectors International as Member
Springfield, MA, April 29, 2026—The North American Laminate Flooring Association (NALFA) added the Institute for Floor Covering Inspectors International (IFCII) as its newest member, expanding the association’s expertise in inspection, training, and industry standards.
Home Prices Rose 0.7% YOY in February, Says Case-Shiller
New York, NY, April 28, 2026—The S&P Cotality Case-Shiller U.S. National Home Price NSA Index, covering all nine U.S. census divisions, reported a 0.7% annual gain for February.
Population Growth Slowed in 2025 with Expansion of Only 0.5%
Washington, DC, April 28, 2026—U.S. population growth slowed notably in the latest population estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau, with the nation expanding by just 0.5% in 2025, roughly half the pace of the prior year.
"Silver Tsunami" Will Benefit Some Regions More Than Others
Washington, DC, April 28, 2026-- The so-called “silver tsunami” describes the wave of millions of homes expected to hit the market as older Americans increasingly decide to sell their properties, reports the National Association of Home Buidlers. However, industry experts are noting that this “tsunami” isn’t landing where it’s needed most.
India Trade Team Leaves DC Without Ceramic Tariff Agreement
Glen Ellyn, IL, April 28, 2026—India’s twelve-member trade negotiating team spent three working days in DC last week meeting with their U.S. counterparts, the Ceramic Tile Distributors Association reports.
2026 Starnet Award Winners Announced at Annual Meeting
Aventura, Florida, April 24, 2026-Starnet announced the winners of the 28th annual Starnet Awards during its annual meeting.
AHF Planting Over 100,000 Trees with Arbor Day Foundation
Mountville, PA, April 27, 2026-AHF Products is working with the Arbor Day Foundation to plant over 100,000 trees.
Couristan Names Vincent Circosta EVP of Residential
Fort Lee, NJ, April 27, 2026-Couristan-an importer and manufacturer of area rugs, residential broadloom and custom carpeting for the contract and hospitality industries-has announced the appointment of Vincent Circosta as executive vice president of its residential division.
Uzin Utz Announces Brian Preuss' Departure
Aurora, CO, April 27, 2026-Uzin Utz North America (UUNA) announced that Brian Preuss, vice president of sales-USA for the Uzin and Wolff brands, will be departing the organization effective April 30 to pursue a new leadership opportunity.