WFB EditorsNewsArmstrong Flooring Exec Pay to Increase Based on PerformanceLong-term incentive plans for Armstrong Flooring (Lancaster, Pa.) disclosed in a statement to shareholders April 28 mean big pay increases for the company’s executives, according to Lancaster Online.May 3, 2017NewsNew Home Price Peak Expected in AugustA new peak in home prices is expected in August, according to the CoreLogic Home Price Index report, which previously predicted the peak would happen in October.May 3, 2017NewsSaint-Gobain Hires Tom Kinisky as CEOMay 3, 2017NewsPallmann Partners With Distributor Energyst SolutionsEnergyst Solutions (Grand Rapids, Mich.) is now distributing Aurora, Colo.-based Pallmann’s Hardwood Complete range of wood flooring products throughout the Grand Rapids area.May 3, 2017NewsMarch Construction Spending Close to All-Time HighConstruction spending in March was at a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $1,218.3 billion, a 0.2 percent decrease compared with February’s rate of $1,220.7 billion but 3.6 percent higher than the March 2016 rate of $1,176.4 billion, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.May 3, 2017NewsWorld Floor Covering Association New Member Structure Ups EnrollmentThe World Floor Covering Association moved to a tiered membership structure in January, and it is now reporting both memberships and renewals on are the rise.May 3, 2017NewsDuraSeal LA Training Center Grand Opening Event May 2DuraSeal (Cleveland, Ohio) is hosting a grand opening celebration for its Los Angeles training center May 2 from 4–7 p.m.May 1, 2017New ProductsFishman Flooring Solutions’ Betsy Ross Hardwood CollectionFishman Flooring Solutions’ Betsy Ross Hardwood Collection features engineered flooring in a wide selection of textures, colors and styles. It is available in long and wide formats, and is produced by American OEM.www.lfishman.comMay 1, 2017NewsWFB Briefs: Used Trio Wanted; Minneapolis Company Hiring SCsA buyer is interested in purchasing a used Lägler Trio. See the WFB Classifieds for more information.May 1, 2017NewsMohawk Reports Record Profits in Q1Mohawk Industries (Calhoun, Ga.) reported a record profit of $200.55 million in the first quarter of 2017, a 16.9 percent increase compared with its profit of $171.55 million in the first quarter of 2016.May 1, 2017Previous PagePage 399 of 982Next PageTop StoriesRetailThriving Through Innovation: See the Winners of the 2025 WFB Outstanding Retailer AwardsFrom reimagined showrooms and mobile studios to thoughtful mentorship, employee empowerment and social media marketing, these WFB Outstanding Retailers are proving that personalized service is key to long-term success.TechniquesUseful Advice When Dealing With Pine FlooringContractingHow I Do These Jobs: Refinishing DecksNewsRecognizing Wood Floor Contractors: Enter the 2025 Ultimate Wood Floor Guy/Gal ContestSponsor Content3 Things to Do in Uncertain Financial Times
