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Apr 03, 2020 / The Right News Right When It Happens

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Employment Fell by 701K in March Due to Effects of Coronavirus

Washington, DC, April 3, 2020-Total nonfarm payroll employment fell by 701,000 in March, and the unemployment rate rose to 4.4%, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported.

Today's Flooring News

Armstrong to Suspend Production in U.S. Plant for Two Weeks

Lancaster, PA, April 2, 2020-Armstrong Flooring will suspend production for two weeks in its U.S. plants, beginning April 5.

Mohawk Home Facility Sewing Medical Gowns for Healthcare Workers

Calhoun, GA, April 3, 2020—Mohawk Industries and Fabric Sources International (FSI) are combining resources to create medical gear for Hamilton Medical Center in Dalton, Georgia and Emory Healthcare in Atlanta, Georgia during the COVID-19 outbreak.

NAHB Study Looks at Potential Housing Market Post-COVID

Washington, DC, April 3, 2020—A new study from the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) shows that housing stands poised to lead the economic rebound once social distancing and other virus mitigation efforts show success in containing the coronavirus pandemic.

Tarkett Streamlines Sales Support for FEMA & Emergency Response

Solon, OH, April 3, 2020 -Tarkett has mobilized to streamline the process for FEMA contractors and other emergency response organizations to procure essential flooring products for use in healthcare and government facilities.

Mullican Offering Free Online Product Samples for Consumers

Johnson City, TN, April 2, 2020-Mullican Hardwood Flooring is waiving the charge for consumer samples ordered online to provide relief to customers that can’t get to a showroom during the economic impact of the coronavirus.

Armstrong Offers Free Samples for Consumers

Lancaster, PA, April 3, 2020—Armstrong Flooring is launching a program to ship free flooring samples directly to consumers, as well as new enhancements to its online Design-a-Room tool.

Ardex Offering Free Webinar Series

Aliquippa, PA, April 3, 2020—Ardex is offering a free webinar series of AIA/CEU webinars in April. This free webinar series, though designed for architects, are also available to the general public.

Schönox Launches Social Distance Learning Program

Florence, AL, April 3, 2020—Schönox HPS North America kicked off its Schönox Social Distance Learning program this week making a diverse set of training opportunities available.

Bridgeway Interactive Releasing New Online Design Studio Tool

San Rafael, CA, April 3, 2020—Bridgeway Interactive announces the release of a new online design studio tool to address the changing business needs for homebuilders and interior finish contractors as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.