Today's Flooring News

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U.K.’s Carpetright Sees Falling Sales

Rainham, England, October 25, 2005— Britain's biggest carpet seller, Carpetright posted a 6.7% drop in first-half underlying sales on Tuesday as shoppers kept their wallets closed and higher spending on promotions trimmed margins.

Chain Store Sales Off Last Week

New York, NY, October 25, 2005--Chain store retail sales fell in the latest week, as sales were mixed and consumer demand for fall apparel slowed.

Longevity Low-Moisture Carpet Cleaner Awarded CRI

Minneapolis, MN, October 24, 2005--Inside Edge Commercial Interior Services announced today that the Longevity Low-Moisture Carpet Cleaner has earned the seal of approval by the Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI).

Domotex asia / ChinaFloor 2006 95% Booked

Shanghai, China, October 24, 2005--The flooring market has put a great deal of trust in the coming edition of Domotex asia / ChinaFloor (DACF) which will be held from March 28-30, 2006.

Tile of Spain and Dwell Magazine Offer Trip to Cev

Miami, FL, October 24, 2005--Tile of Spain and Dwell magazine are offering a sweepstakes for one lucky winner to receive a trip for two to Spain to visit Cevisama, the international ceramic tile exposition held in Valencia.

Old Barn Wood in Demand

Minneapolis, MN, October 25, 2005--Old barns have become a hot commodity as designers of luxury home seek seasoned timber to give new buildings a vintage look, worrying those who want to preserve the barns and a piece of the Minnesota's history.

von Kantzow Named CEO/President Nomacorc

Zebulon, NC, October 25, 2005--Nomacorc, the world's leading manufacturer of synthetic closures to the wine industry, today announced Lars von Kantzow as the company's new chief executive officer and president.

Tarkett Exceeds Environmental Standards

Houston, TX, October 25, 2005 – Tarkett Commercial continues to do its part to help keep the environment cleaner and greener. Tarkett Commercial holds the distinct honor as one of the first flooring manufacturers to be awarded the FloorScore certification