WFB EditorsNew ProductsTEC Offers Level Set 500 HF Self-Leveling UnderlaymentTECâs Level Set 500 HF Self-Leveling Underlayment is a high-flow SLU that âpours like waterâ and is designed to provide an ultra-smooth surface, the company says. It does not require sanding or skim-coating, and moisture-sensitive floor coverings can be installed over it in 15 hours, the company adds.tecspecialty.comApril 8, 2020NewsLoba Postpones Grand Opening of N.C. Headquarters; Giving Away Derby Car KitsLoba-Wakol North America announced it will postpone the grand opening event for its new headquarters in Wadesboro, N.C. The event was scheduled for June 6.April 8, 2020NewsSURCO Still Processing International OrdersSURCO (Azpeitia, GuipĂșzcoa, Spain) announced it is able to continue processing international orders amid the coronavirus crisis.April 8, 2020NewsWFB Briefs: Bostik Pro Rewards Update; Duchateau HQ Staff, Sales Reps Work RemotelyBostik has announced opportunities for contractors to earn triple points when purchasing specific products through the companyâs Pro Rewards Program. The promotion expires May 31. More details can be found here.April 8, 2020NewsSBA Excludes Independent Contractors in Payroll Loan Calculations; System Plagued With Technical IssuesThe Small Business Administration issued new regulations on the Paycheck Protection Program. The SBA now excludes independent contractors from being included in a businessâs payroll costs when calculating loan amounts, according to the World Floor Covering Association (WFCA).April 6, 2020NewsSchönox Launches âSocial Distance Learningâ Program for ProsSchönox HPS North America launched the Schönox Social Distance Learning, a program featuring webinars, CEUs, live-cast demonstrations, and industry discussions.April 6, 2020NewsHow Are You Working on Your Business During the Pandemic?WFB asked its followers on social media what they were doing to work on their businesses if they weren't able to work or were choosing not to work during the pandemic. Here's a sampling of responses:April 6, 2020New ProductsBasic Coatings Introduces Raw SealerBasic Coatingsâ Raw Sealer is a fast-drying sealer designed to preserve the natural look of white oak and prevent tannin pull in both residential and commercial environments. It features a built-in âwet sealer indicatorâ that allows the installer to easily see where the product has been applied, the company says.basiccoatings.comApril 3, 2020NewsWFB Caption Contest Winner: âAt the Art MuseumâWe asked you to submit your caption suggestions for this photo, and our online readers voted. Congratulations to winner Dan Tremble of Clouse Beautiful Wood Floors in Houston, Texas. In addition to being featured in our April/May issue, Tremble will receive a Wood Floor Business T-shirt. Other favorite submissions included:April 3, 2020NewsAs COVID-19 Continues, Demand for Illegal Rosewood SlowsSince the coronavirus outbreak in China, thereâs been a sharp decline in demand for illegal rosewood from West Africa, KFGO reports.April 3, 2020Previous PagePage 155 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 ContentFrom Jobsite to Factory Floor: LED Roller Coaters Are Revolutionizing Wood Finishing
