Today's Flooring News

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Thomas Industries Acquires Superior Yarn & Mattel

Denver, CO and Dalton, GA, October 19--Thomas Industries, LLC, announced that effective October 2, 2004, they have completed the acquisition of the assets of Superior Yarn Technologies, LLC and Mattel Carpet & Rug, Inc.

AFA Celebrates 25 Years

Dalton, Georgia, September 29--On October 5, the American Floorcovering Alliance (AFA) will hold their annual meeting at the Dalton Golf & Country Club.

Floor Covering Fair Scheduled Next Week in Beijin

Beijing, China, September 24--The 5th China International Floor Coverings and Carpet Fair is scheduled for next Monday through Wednesday, September 27-30 at the China International Exhibition Centre, in Beijing, China.

Omnova’s Losses Narrow in 3Q

Fairlawn, OH, September 23-- Omnova Solutions Inc., a specialty chemical maker, on Wednesday reported a narrowed third-quarter loss, despite the effect of higher raw material costs.

Torlys Launches Canadian Consumer Contest

Mississauga, Ontario, September 17-- Torlys today kicked off its first national consumer contest - the "Easy Living Flooring Contest" - that will see one lucky winner receive a new STEPS Elegance premium laminate floating floor to help them create their p

Trade Gap Narrows in July

Washington, September 10-- The trade deficit fell 8.9% in July to $50.15 billion July, the Commerce Department reported.