WFB EditorsNewsRubio Adds Demo Days in October, NovemberRubio Monocoat (Spicewood, Texas) added additional product demonstrations to its schedule, to be held on the following dates: Oct. 17, 11 a.m.–1 p.m. at Galleher in Las Vegas (contact Brenda Lee), and on Nov. 13, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. at Hudson and West Hardwoods in Torrance, Calif. (contact Duane Wildes).July 3, 2019NewsFlorida Officials: Hemp Lumber Is the Next Hot CommodityHemp, a versatile relative of marijuana, could be a lumber substitute and create a $10-20 billion industry in Florida, state officials say, according to a report by WPTV.July 3, 2019NewsThis Ozark Chestnut Tree Was Extinct … Until It Wasn’tThe story of the Ozark chinquapin chestnut was long thought to be a tragic one. It was declared a victim of the chestnut blight that took down trees throughout the U.S. in the 1930s and 1940s, and was often cited as extinct, National Geographic reports.July 3, 2019NewsSponsored Video: Advantage App - Lawn Mower MishapSave time and money with the industry's best-kept secret. How long does it take you to go to and from your distributor? Have finish delivered right to your door with free shipping and no minimums. Work directly with U.S.-based Advantage Coatings Tech to get the best finishes and sealers on the market. Start by downloading the app. Free shipping, no minimums, finish direct. See more here.July 1, 2019New ProductsTotalHousehold Pro Upgrades Merchant Services AppTotalHousehold Pro’s Merchant Services app is now integrated with QuickBooks. The app allows home improvement contractors to take payments in the field with any Android mobile device, and will now accommodate customers who are already using QuickBooks, the company says.pro.totalhousehold.comJuly 1, 2019NewsStolen Credit Card Leads to Discovery of Stolen Wood Flooring EquipmentA woman’s call to police that her grandson had stolen her credit card led to the discovery of $30,000 worth of hardwood flooring equipment, including a trailer, that had been reported stolen the day before, KTVZ reports.July 1, 2019NewsU.S., China to Resume Trade TalksThe U.S. and China announced they will resume trade negotiations in an attempt to resolve a trade dispute that has led to 25% tariffs on $200 billion worth of Chinese products, including hardwood flooring.July 1, 2019NewsChina’s Wood Flooring Industry Continues to GrowWood flooring has continued to grow in popularity in China over the past 10 years, with wood flooring market share in the flooring industry growing from 33.9% in 2009 to 38.9% in 2018, according to ReportLinker. Wood flooring is second only to tile as most popular choice in the Chinese flooring industry. The country has become one of the largest producers and consumers of wood flooring in the world, according to the report.The full report can be purchased for $2,600 here.July 1, 2019NewsConstruction Spending Falls Slightly in MayConstruction spending fell 0.8% in May to $1.3 trillion, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. The spending is 2.3% below May 2018 rates.July 1, 2019NewsPending Home Sales Increase 1.1% in MayPending home sales ticked upward 1.1% in May, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) reports. Year-over-year, pending home sales dropped 0.7%.July 1, 2019Previous PagePage 207 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 ContentMeet the MFMA: Setting the Gold Standard in Sports Flooring
