Today's Flooring News

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Commercial Real Estate Index Rises in 1Q

Washington, DC, May 23, 2006--A leading indicator for the commercial real estate market shows commercial sectors will continue to improve during the balance of the year, according to the National Association of Realtors.

Trainingspace Wins Webby

Sausalito, CA, May 24, 2006--The Webby Awards, the leading international honor for web sites, recently recognized Trainingspace.com as an Official Honoree, a distinction that recognizes web sites that exhibit remarkable achievement.

LEED 2.2 Applications Can Be Submitted Online

Washington, DC, May 23, 2006--The U.S. Green Building Council has announced that project teams using LEED version 2.2 for new construction can now submit their applications for certification via LEED Online.

Toll Brothers 2Q Profit Up

Horsham, PA, May 23, 2006--Toll Brothers Inc., said its fiscal second-quarter profit edged up 3 percent, but the company warned that excess inventory and weak consumer confidence will crimp earnings for the year.

NRF Support Net Neutrality Legislation

Washington, DC, May 22, 2006 --The National Retail Federation today welcomed introduction of a House bill that would require “net neutrality” among companies providing Internet service.

North Carolina Retailer Sees Dramatic Expansion

Waynesville, NC, May 22, 2006--What a difference ten years and a little good fortune can make. When Joe Schneider moved to Waynesville in 1996 to start a new life, he never imagined becoming an owner of a fast-growing chain of flooring superstores.

Mid East A Growing Carpet Manufacturing Center

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, May 22, 2006--The Middle East is the world’s fourth largest carpet manufacturer after the U.S., Belgium and Holland and the region's production is expected to grow up 25% in five years.