Zation Stone Intros Pebble and Stone Tiles
Los Angeles, CA, September 21, 2006--The look of hand-laid pebbles and small tumbled stone has been introduced in interlocking tiles for almost any decor.
Today's Flooring News
Keep up to date with the most recent news in the flooring industry. Today's News...As it happens! We update this news several times a day so you can stay connected.
SpeedHeat Introduces Generation4
Atlanta, GA, September 21, 2006--Radiant flooring producer SpeedHeat has unveiled their Generation4 floor warming systems in the United States.
Magnetized Leather Tile Allows Decor Changes
New York, NY, September 21, 2006--Leather has now been applied to a versatile and durable new idea in floor and wall covering--magnetism.
Canada August Leading Indicator Up
Ottawa, Ontario, September 20, 2006--Canada's leading indicator edged up 0.2 percent in August, down from 0.3 percent in July.
Fed Holds Interest Rate Steady
New York, NY, September 20, 2006--Surprising no one, the Federal Reserve held its overnight federal funds rate steady at 5.25 percent, the rate reached in June after 17 straight increases.
Steelcase 2Q Earnings Nearly Double
Grand Rapids, MI, September 20, 2006----Steelcase Inc., reported second quarter profit that nearly doubled, aided by higher sales. The company also forecast a third-quarter profit below analysts' expectations.
iFLOOR.com to Host Public Auction
Hayward, CA, September 20, 2006--iFLOOR.com, America’s largest Internet flooring company, will be having a public auction at iFLOOR.com’s Hayward, California location.
Thai Wood Flooring Firm to Increase Output
Singburi, Thailand, September 19, 2006--Singha Paratech Plc, the wooden flooring producer, is investing 250 million baht to increase production capacity to serve rising overseas demand.
SBIC Announces Agenda for Super Thursday
Washington, DC, September 19, 2006--The Sustainable Buildings Industry Council (SBIC) has released the agenda for its annual Super Thursday program, which will take place Thursday, December 7, 2006 at the Washington, D.C. Convention Center.
Feltex Talks Hit a Snag
Auckland, New Zealand, September 15, 2006--Talks about a rescue of Feltex Carpets between ANZ Bank and Auckland businessmen Craig and Graeme Turner seemed to bog down on Thursday, according to the New Zealand Herald.