WFB EditorsTricks of the TradeWood Floor Trick of the Trade: Cutting Carpet Circles Without the HassleApplying stain with a buffer on a wood floor can save time and effort, and this tip can make that process even easier and faster.January 19, 2021New ProductsGoodFilla Releases Filla-In-A-Bag Powdered Wood FillerGork’s GoodFilla Filla-In-A-Bag powdered wood filler dovetails with all water-based products, plus lacquer, the company says. For a durable, water-resistant wood filler with excellent adhesion on exterior projects, the powder can be mixed with water-based weatherproof glue or finish, the company adds.goodfilla.comJanuary 18, 2021NewsOSHA Increases Civil Penalties for Violations in 2021The U.S. Department of Labor announced increases in Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) civil penalty amounts based on cost of living adjustments for 2021.January 18, 2021NewsCanadian Housing Starts Drop 12.2% in DecemberCanadian housing starts declined 12.2% in December compared with November to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 228,279, according to the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation.January 18, 2021NewsWFB Briefs: Dust Hog Pro Joins Starnet; Bruce’s Barnwood Living Recognized for DesignDust Hog Pro LLC, launched September 2020, was added to the Starnet Worldwide Commercial Flooring Partnership as a new service provider partner.January 18, 2021NewsFishman Flooring Names Encircle Products 2020 Vendor Partner of the YearFishman Flooring Solutions (Baltimore, Md.) awarded Encircle Products (The Villages, Fla.) its 2020 Vendor Partner of the Year Award.January 18, 2021NewsBrazil Environmental Fines Drop 20% in 2020Environmental fines issued by Brazil’s environmental agency declined 20% in 2020 compared with 2019, Reuters reports.January 18, 2021New Products2020 Product Launch Product FocusHave you seen the newest products in the wood flooring industry? WFB's inaugural Product Launch section makes it easy to find the latest products. All of the following products launched recently or are scheduled to be released in 2021.January 14, 2021NewsWood Floor Pros Share Favorite Projects of Fall 2020It’s a new year (thank goodness), and as many scrape snow off their vans, we asked wood floor pros to share their favorite projects completed this past fall. As usual, they didn’t disappoint. If you’re looking for hardwood floor inspiration to get you through the winter months ahead, look no further. (And a reminder: The deadline to enter the 2021 WFB Design Awards is Feb. 1. Find info about entering your project for free here.)January 13, 2021New ProductsShaw Releases Castlewood Prime SeriesShaw’s Castlewood Prime series features 9/16-inch-thick engineered Brazilian oak with a UV aluminum oxide finish. The flooring is designed for nail, staple, glue and floating installations and is available in three color options: Turret, Crown and Keystone (pictured).shawfloors.comJanuary 13, 2021Previous PagePage 105 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 DecksManagementHow We Transitioned to a Second-Generation Family BusinessSponsor ContentIs the 'Upgrade' from 1K to 2K Finish Worth It?
