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Interface Will Discontinue Carpet Tile Production in Thailand

Atlanta, GA, September 10, 2021-Interface will discontinue manufacturing operations at its carpet tile plant in Chonburi, Thailand.

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Appel Sells Stake in Touch of Color, Launches Frontier Surfaces

Harrisburg, PA, September 10, 2021-Scott Appel, founder of Touch of Color Flooring headquartered in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, sold his 19-year ownership stake in the company.

July Ceramic Imports Rose 36.6% in Dollars

New York, NY, September 10, 2021-Ceramic imports rose 36.6% YOY by dollar value in July, which is traditionally the strongest month for ceramic imports, according to Donato Consulting.

Producer Prices Rose 0.7% in August

Washington, DC, September 10, 2021—The Producer Price Index for final demand increased 0.7% in August, seasonally adjusted, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported.

LL Flooring Opens Six New Stores

Richmond, VA, September 10, 2021—LL Flooring, formerly Lumber Liquidators, recently opened six new stores, bringing its total store count to 422.

Residential Construction Continues Move to Suburbs, Exurbs

Washington, DC, September 10, 2021—Residential construction continued to shift toward the suburbs and lower-cost markets, and this trend is especially pronounced within the multifamily sector, according to the latest Home Building Geography Index (HBGI) released by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB).

CFI Expands Membership Opportunities

Forney, TX, September 10, 2021—The International Certified Flooring Installers Association (CFI) has announced expanded membership opportunities.