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Artisans involved in the production of limited-run and custom ceramic tiles will be showcased in an all-new “Avenue Of The Artisans” at the Coverings 2002 tile and stone exposition in Orlando, Fla., May 6-9.

U.S. housing starts rose in September, the U.S. Commerce Department reported, as the housing sector continued to display a surprising resilience in a rapidly deteriorating economy.

Dal-Tile International Inc. has turned in record sales and profits for the third quarter of 2001.

House2Home Inc. has warned that sales for the third fiscal quarter ending Oct. 27 have been running approximately 25% to 30% below the rate logged prior to the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks.

Flexco Flooring Co. recently achieved ISO 9001:1994 certification.

Mohawk Industries, Inc. recently achieved record net earnings and diluted earnings per share (EPS) for the third quarter.

Carpet and rug manufacturer The Dixie Group said it expects to earn 2 cents a share in the third quarter, below analysts' expectations, due to weakening sales.

Armstrong DLW AG, an indirect subsidiary of U.S.-based Armstrong Holdings Inc. reported that it has terminated plans to sell the textile and sports flooring division operating under the brand name Desso.

Interceramic recently reported third quarter results for 2001 with record sales, record operating income and record EBITDA.

Despite increasing job losses and uncertainty fueled by the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks on the United States, consumer confidence unexpectedly rebounded in October for the first time in four months, according to a report released by the University of Michigan.