Today's Flooring News

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Jobless Claims Up 4,000

Washington, DC, February 9, 2006--First-time applications for unemployment benefits edged higher by 4,000 to 277,000 in the week ending Feb. 4.

Anso Intros ColorSolutions

Dalton, GA, February 9, 2006--Anso nylon, a premium brand of Shaw Industries External Fiber Sales and Marketing, presents its latest nylon technology: Anso ColorSolutions nylon.

Senate Debates Asbestos Bill

Washington, DC, February 9, 2006--Senate Minority Leader Harry Reid fell short in his bid to block consideration of the Fairness in Asbestos Injury Resolution Act.

Tarkett Expands Residential Sheet Vinyl Collection

Whitehall, PA, February 9, 2006--Tarkett continues to expand its collection of residential sheet vinyl, enhancing the breadth of its selections offering style and durability at a price point to fit any remodeling budget.

Foamex Giving Retention Bonuses

Linwood, PA, February 8, 2006--Seventy-seven executives and key employees of Foamex International Inc., which filed for bankruptcy protection Sept. 19, are splitting $4.3 million in retention bonuses.