Today's Flooring News

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UK Retailer Embraces Ecommerce

London, England, January 31, 2007--With more than 63% of the UK population now online, a select number of companies have been quick to react in developing their digital real estate to cater for this growing online audience.

Home Prices Off in November

New York, NY, January 30, 2007--The prices of existing single-family houses extended their slide in most regions in November, trimming annual price gains, according to an index of major metropolitan areas.

Afghan Rugs a Hit at Atlanta Market

Atlanta, GA, January 30, 2007--The close of the AmericasMart Atlanta marked the successful end of the highly anticipated four-day exhibition Afghan Impressions: Area Rug Artistry & Inspiration--a celebration of Afghanistan’s resurgent rug heritage and cul

Tennant to Receive Governor’s Award

Minneapolis, MN, January 30, 2007--Tennant Co has been chosen by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency/Minnesota Office of Environmental Assistance to receive a Governor’s Award for Excellence in Waste and Pollution Prevention.

Pier 1 CEO to Retire, Replaced by Alex Smith

FT. Worth, TX, January 30, 2007--Pier 1 Imports said chief executive Marvin Girouard will retire on February 19, and will be replaced by Alex Smith, who was with TJX Cos. Inc. as senior executive vice president.

360 Interchange to Launch EcoFoam and EcoPlastic a

Ashland, OR, January 26, 2007--360 Interchange, an emerging service company focused on sourcing, sales, marketing and development primarily between the US and China, will release six new flooring products at the Surfaces.

Initial Jobless Up Last Week

Washington, DC, January 25, 2007--The number of newly laid-off workers filing applications for state unemployment benefits climbed sharply in the latest week, suggesting some slack in labor markets at the beginning of the year.