Floor Focus’ Frank O’Neill and the Week in the Floor Covering Industry
May 23, 2006—Frank O’Neill, publisher, Floor Focus, discusses: Lowe’s first-quarter earnings, comparing the company results with those of Home Depot, reported a week ago; John Rietveldt president of Tarkett's residential division decision to leave the company to join American Standard; Mohawk’s move to require maintenance by CRI Seal of Approval cleaning systems to keep warranties valid; The passing of Chico Batavia and Faus Group founder Andres Faus; The addition of Hoboken/SPI Floors to Faus Group’s distribution network; And the retirement of Lori Dowling as president & CEO of StarNet.
Related Topics:Mohawk Industries, Carpet and Rug Institute, Starnet, Tarkett