WFB Briefs: New Home Sales Rise 1.5%; Lorberbaum Given Spirit of Life Award; More

Feb 28, 2024

New home sales grew 1.5% in January to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 661,000, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Sales were up 1.8% year-over-year.

Mohawk Industries CEO Jeffrey Lorberbaum was honored with the Spirit of Life Award by City of Hope, one of the largest cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S. Lorberbaum and three other nominees were selected for their dedication to philanthropy and humanitarian accomplishments.

Rubio Monocoat (Spicewood, Texas) launched DuroGrit, a product in the outdoor wood finish market. The oil is a penetrating and breathable monocoat system, according to Rubio, and has zero VOCs.

Navigating the EUDR’s Updated Timeline

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Arbortech Mini Grinder Tool: An Incredibly Versatile Tool

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Judge Suspends Corporate Transparency Act Reporting Requirement

Junckers extended its contract with the International Basketball Federation.

Junckers Extends FIBA Contract Another Four Years

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Navigating the EUDR’s Updated Timeline

The European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) has undergone recent updates, presenting both challenges and opportunities for the wood products industry. A provisional political agreement extends compliance deadlines by 12 month.

Using LED-Cured Oils to Save You from Job-Site Dilemmas

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WFB Briefs: Nonresidential Spending Down, Footprints Floors Launches Bath and Tile Company

Nonresidential spending was down 0.4% in October to a seasonally adjusted spending at $1.228 trillion, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data from the U.S. Census Bureau.

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Centricity and FEI Group to Offer Flooring Insurance Plan

Insurance agency Centricity and FEI Group have partnered to offer Nationwide Marketing Group’s EPIC Protect program, a comprehensive coverage plan for flooring.

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Festool’s New Winter Products are Available For Shipping

Festool’s recently released product lineup is now available for shipping.

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