Collins & Aikman to Exit Automotive Fabrics
Troy, MI, April 10, 2006--Auto Interiors supplier Collins & Aikman Corp., said it plans to exit the automotive fabrics business, which would result in about 1,200 job cuts.
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Faus Signs Distribution Deal with Dealers Supply
Dalton, GA, April 10, 2006--Faus Group, announced today its has signed an agreement with Dealers Supply Company to begin distribution of the Fausfloor laminate flooring program in May 2006.
Coverings: New Color Trends for Tiles
Coverings, Orlando, April 5th-- In the foreseeable future floor tiles will include sharper colors that make more of a personal statement, according to tile industry expert Patti Fasan, who spoke about new trends at Coverings 2006.
Coverings Marble and Stone Awards- Part I
Orlando, FL, April 6, 2006--The $10,000 Grand Prize in this year’s Prism Stone in Architecture Awards was presented to a survivor of 9/11.
Nafco by Tarkett Launches Sweepstakes
Houston, TX, April 6, 2005--Nafco by Tarkett is currently sponsoring Nafco’s 'Fabulous Flooring Sweepstakes' with Coastal Living magazine.
Rhodes Named GCO Franchise of the Year
Gulfport, MS, April 6, 2006--GCO Flooring National held its convention at the Marriott Hotel in Anaheim, California, which included the company's annual awards banquet dinner.
Mortgage Application Volume Up, Refinance Share Dr
Washington, DC, April 6, 2006--The Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) today released its Weekly Mortgage Applications Survey for the week ending March 31.
Bed Bath & Beyond 4Q Earnings Up 9%
Union, NJ, April 6, 2006--Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. reported a 9 percent rise in quarterly earnings, beating expectations, as more promotions brought in strong holiday sales.
Coverings Marble and Stone Awards--Part II
Prism Marble and Stone Awards continued... For its work on behalf of Denver’s World Trade Center Plaza, Design Workshop received the Prism Award of Merit and $1,000 cash prize in the commercial category at Coverings O6 expo in Orlando.
New York Retailer Arrested in Scam
Scotia, New York, April 6, 2006--The "Carpet King" is accused of pulling the rug out from under his customers, according to Capital News 9.