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Mohawk in-store system takes aim at carpet confusion

May 29, 2007
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Mohawk is offering retailers a new in-store merchandising system aimed at eliminating one of the biggest obstacles to a carpet purchase-fear of making a mistake. Mohawk’s color coded EasyChoice divides products into one of four categories based on performance characteristics. The four categories-“Select,” “Preferred,” “Premier,” and “Elite’ – are designed to help shoppers guide themselves through the shopping experience. By specifying the benefits of each product level,  the company says the system will also help sales people encourage shoppers to consider higher-end products. The company says the new system “does the consumer’s homework for her.”
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NFT's Sam Allman to offer ‘Heart and Mind Selling' tips at NYC book show

May 25, 2007
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Retail sales expert Sam Allman will be on hand at BookExpo America in New York City to showcase his new book, Heart and Mind Selling: The New Secret to Closing the Sale and Winning the Customer For Life, June 1-3 at the Jacob Javits Convention Center. The annual event brings together thousands of authors, publishers and agents in one of North America’s largest book publishing shows, according to show organizers.
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Formica acquired by New Zealand company for $700 mil.

May 24, 2007
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Formica Corp. said it is being acquired by the company that owns the rights to the Formica brand in New Zealand and Australia. Fletcher Building Limited,  based in Auckland, New Zealand, has agree to pay more than $700 million for the Cincinnati-based Formica, which has 3,800 employees in 14 manufacturing and 33 distribution facilities worldwide. The company’s products include laminate and granite counter tops sold under the Formica name. The company notes that the Formica brand laminate flooring, manufactured by Barnwell, S.C.-based Kronotex, will not be affected.
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Shaw ad tells its ‘green story'

May 23, 2007
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A new print ad from Shaw Industries touts the company’s commitment to environmental concerns and encourages consumers to think green when they look for flooring. The new ad is a continuation of the company’s “I want a floor…” campaign in which consumers wistfully express their preference for various features. The new ad centers on the message “I want a floor that is designed to be recycled…” It will begin appearing in the July issues of Southern Living, Sunset and Metropolitan Home and will be seen in the August issues of House Beautiful and Traditional Home. In September, the ad will run in Country Living, Good Housekeeping and again in Traditional Home. This Old House will feature the ad in October.
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Born in Italy: Florim drops USA from name, rebrands lines

May 22, 2007
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In a move designed to emphasize its global heritage, ceramic tile maker Florim USA is dropping the “USA” designation and changing the name of its American Florim line to AFI. The rebranding effort, which also involves a repositioning of the popular Esquire line, is aimed at reinforcing the company’s ties to its parent company, The Florim Group of Italy
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New and notable floors set to debut at NYC furniture show

May 18, 2007
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A new vinyl floor covering that mimics the look of hardwood and can even double as upholstery will be among the hot new items vying for attention at the 19th annual International Contemporary Furniture Fair in New York. Widely regarded as one of the most important design and interior furnishings events on the East Coast, this year’s gathering will include at least five floor makers showcasing new designs. The four-day show, which is open only to the trade for the first three days, begins Saturday, May 20, at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center.
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'This site is a first for us'; NTCA launches online job board

May 17, 2007
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The National Tile Contractors Association has launched a new job listing service on its website at www.tile-assn.com. Dubbed the NTCA Career Center, the online board will focus on job listings in its core segments of “ceramic tile, natural stone and allied industry companies,” the group noted. Searching for jobs on the site is free; however, placing a listing on the board costs a small fee. Membership in the NTCA is not required to use the board.
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Shaw gets Southern exposure; floors used in "Idea Homes"

May 15, 2007
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Southern Living magazine has selected flooring from Shaw to help decorate the magazine’s three “Idea Houses” this year.  The houses in Florida, Georgia and Arkansas have been designed to showcase decorating concepts that are aesthetically pleasing yet designed for everyday living. Each will be opened to the public beginning next month. Proceeds from the $5 admission fee will be donated to various charities.
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Bentley Prince Street joins EPA's green team

May 14, 2007
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Bentley Prince Street said it has voluntarily enrolled in a program that will track the company’s long-term commitment to the environment. The Los Angeles-based carpet maker said it will participate in the National Environmental Performance Track which was established by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in 2000 as a means of recognizing and rewarding a commitment to the environment that goes beyond current requirements.
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Former Armstrong parent, Armstrong Holdings plans to dissolve, distribute $27 mil. to shareholders

May 10, 2007
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In a move to help solidify Armstrong’s emergence from bankruptcy last year, the flooring maker’s former parent Armstrong Holdings Inc. said it would dissolve and return all assets, about $27 million in cash, to shareholders. As outlined in Armstrong’s final plan of reorganization approved last year, Armstrong Holdings ceased its ownership after approval of the plan and was expected to dissolve and distribute its remaining assets to shareholders. Armstrong noted that with 40.5 million shares outstanding, shareholders would likely receive about 66 cents per share.
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