WFB EditorsNewsReport: Hardwood Exports to China Fall 40%, Leading to Job Cuts at MillsThe ongoing trade war has led to a dramatic decline in the amount of U.S. hardwood being exported to China, the Wall Street Journal reports.September 30, 2019NewsHardwood Flooring Imports From China Fall 53% Year-Over-Year in JulyHardwood flooring imports from China have seen a drastic decline in the U.S. as a result of the ongoing trade war, falling 53% year-over-year in July, according to Fordaq.com.September 30, 2019NewsAugust Pending Home Sales Increase 1.6%After seeing a decline in July, pending home sales had a 1.6% increase in August, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) reported.September 30, 2019NewsAugust New Home Sales Surge 18% Year-Over-YearNew home sales jumped 7.1% month-over-month in August to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 713,000, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Sales are up 18% compared with August 2018.September 25, 2019NewsBona Names Mike Lagarrigue Adhesive Specialist For Western North AmericaBona U.S. (Englewood, Colo.) hired Mike Lagarrigue as an adhesive specialist for Western North America. He will cover Northern California, Oregon and Washington in the U.S., as well as British Columbia and Alberta in Canada.September 25, 2019NewsJuly Home Prices Up 3.2% Year-Over-YearHome prices grew 3.2% year-over-year in July, according to the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Index.September 25, 2019NewsMr. David’s Partners with RD Weis Companies for Commercial Flooring ServicesMr. David’s Flooring International (Chicago) and RD Weis Companies (Elmsford, N.Y.) announced they will enter into an equity partnership to provide commercial flooring services to the greater New York region.September 25, 2019NewsLawsuits Accuse Home Depot, Lowe’s of Using Facial Recognition Technology on CustomersThe Home Depot and Lowe’s are being sued for allegedly using facial recognition technology on customers without notifying them or seeking consent, the Cook County Record reports.September 23, 2019New ProductsTramex Releases Concrete Moisture Encounter CME5Tramex’s Concrete Moisture Encounter CME5 is a non-destructive meter for measuring moisture content instantly in concrete slabs per ASTM F2659. It features Bluetooth connectivity, an extension bracket and handle and extended battery life, the company says.tramexmeters.comSeptember 23, 2019NewsWFB Briefs: Vietnam Timber Exports Up; Used Big Machine Sought; Canadian Housing Start GrowthTimber exports from Vietnam had an 18.6% surge in the first eight months of 2019, Vietnam News reports. The main destinations for the exports include the U.S., Japan, the E.U., China and the Republic of Korea. The ongoing trade war between the U.S. and China has caused many companies to begin shifting manufacturing operations to Southeast Asian countries.September 23, 2019Previous PagePage 191 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 ContentMisconceptions About Film-Forming Wood Floor Finishes
