Sales of newly built, single-family homes in October dipped 0.3 percent to 999,000 from an upwardly revised September number, according to newly released data by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census Bureau.

Led by solid gains in single-family production, overall housing starts increased 4.9 percent in October to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.53 million units, according to a report from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and the U.S. Census Bureau.

Infinity Drain won a PIA award from Architectural Products magazine for its Stainless Steel Shower Base. 

The Multifamily Production Index (MPI) rose 11 points to 48 compared to the previous quarter.

The floorcovering installation industry is actively fighting the spread of COVID-19 and other healthcare-associated infection (HAIs). This includes adopting Infection Control Risk Assessment (ICRA) standards and protocols that help safeguard patients from potential contaminants during renovations and construction projects.

Unlike a toggle ON/OFF switch which activates an Airsled system immediately leading to an appliance being lifted up to 2” off the ground, systems with the Variable Speed option are controlled by a dial that the end-user turns to regulate air flow into the air beams.

Laticrete has launched MVIS™ (Masonry Veneer Installation System) Lite Wall Float, a super lightweight mortar developed with the installer in mind.

With 18 locations across six midwestern states, distribution-giant Walcro has partnered with Schönox to expand its offering of installation supply options for its substantial customer base.

Builder confidence in the market for newly-built single-family homes increased five points to 90 in November, shattering the previous all-time high of 85 recorded in October.

NAC Products, Inc., the company that introduced the flooring industry to ECB® and crack isolation membrane technology, recently earned the “Clean Air Gold Certification of Building Products” from Intertek.