WFB EditorsNewsTISE Expands Product Exhibition Opportunities with In-Person, Virtual ShowsThe International Surface Event is expanding its product exhibition opportunities this year with its in-person Las Vegas event, its TISE Live Virtual Event and an online broadcasting network slated to air throughout 2021.November 18, 2020NewsFlooring Company Ordered to Pay Employees $250K After OT ViolationsA flooring retail and installation company in Manchester, N.H., was ordered to pay employees $250,000 after a judge found the owner violated overtime and anti-retaliation provisions in the Fair Labor Standards Act, the U.S. Department of Labor announced.November 18, 2020NewsOlde Wood Launches Wood Filler Made from HempOlde Wood Limited announced the launch of a wood filler product made from hemp plants—the first product of its kind, according to the company.November 18, 2020NewsHousing Starts Rise 4.9% in OctoberHousing starts increased 4.9% in October to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.53 million, the U.S. Census Bureau reports.November 18, 2020NewsAHF Products to Raise Prices Jan. 1AHF Products will increase the prices of its hardwood products in the U.S. and Canada beginning Jan. 1.November 18, 2020NewsBuilder Confidence Reaches Another Record High in NovemberBuilder confidence broke yet another record this year in November, reaching an all-time high of 90 points on the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index.November 18, 2020NewsWFB Briefs: Schönox Partners with Walcro; Weaber Adds Career Center Staff; Saicos’ Declare LabelSchönox announced it has formed a distribution partnership with Walcro, a distributor with 18 locations across six midwestern states. Walcro will stock the full Schönox line at its locations.November 18, 2020NewsCity Floor Launches Discount Warehouse DivisionCity Floor Supply (King of Prussia, Pa.) launched Mike’s Discount Wood Warehouse, a division that sells hardwood floors at closeout prices.November 18, 2020New Products2021 Resource Book Featured ProductsTake a look at the latest products from these companies, all advertisers in the 2021 WFB Resource Book, the buyers guide for the wood flooring industry.November 16, 2020New ProductsBeno J. Gundlach Unveils Pull BarBeno J. Gundlach Company’s No. 327 Professional Pull Bar is a heavy duty Pull Bar designed to pull tongue-and-groove flooring together. It features a black powder coat finish and a felt bottom to protect wood flooring. Its all-steel construction is designed for a lifetime of use, the company says.benojgundlachco.comNovember 16, 2020Previous PagePage 115 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 ContentTransform Red Oak Into White Oak In One Easy Step
