WFB EditorsNewsWFB Briefs: New Rubio Monocoat Demo; PID Floors Trade Program; MoreRubio Monocoat USA (Spicewood, Texas) will host a product demonstration March 28 from 8–10 a.m. at Galleher Inc. (1882 Reynolds Ave.) in Irvine, Calif. For more information, contact Jason Speight at (949) 296-4249 or via email here.February 18, 2019NewsBelknap White Buys Controlling Interest in HainesThe Belknap White Group (Mansfield, Mass.) announced it has purchased a controlling interest in JJ Haines (Glen Burnie, Md.).February 18, 2019NewsStudy: Hardwood Industry Contributes $348B to EconomyThe U.S. hardwood forest products industry contributes $348 billion to the U.S. economy and helps employ more than 1.8 million people, according to an economic impact study released by the Hardwood Federation.February 18, 2019NewsHome Prices Grow 4 Percent in Q4 2018Metro home prices increased 4 percent during the fourth quarter of 2018, climbing to a median of $257,600 compared with a median of $247,800 in the fourth quarter of 2017, according to the National Association of Realtors.February 13, 2019NewsHardwood Flooring Installer Competes in U.S. Figure Skating ChampionshipInstalling hardwood flooring and figure skating may have more in common than one might initially think, as Nussle describes the hard work and precision required of his passion.February 13, 2019NewsWFB Caption Contest: ‘The Dangling Sanders’February 13, 2019NewsTrump Considers Delaying March 2 Chinese Tariff DeadlinePresident Trump said he would consider pushing back a March 2 deadline to reach a trade agreement with China before imposing a slated tariff increase on $200 billion worth of Chinese products, including hardwood floors.February 13, 2019NewsHouzz Survey: Renovation Optimism Slows for 2019More than half of residential renovation and design companies have a positive outlook for business in 2019, according to the 2019 Houzz U.S. State of the Industry report. However, the number of companies citing a positive outlook declined from 2018’s survey.February 13, 2019New ProductsBona’s R540 Moisture Barrier and PrimerThe Bona R540 is a multipurpose, damp-proofing primer designed to mitigate vapor transmission on wooden subfloors. It can also be used as a sealer for concrete substrates up to 95% RH and 18 pounds when applied as a two-coat system. It is easy to use and increases adhesion over sealed plywood floors, the company says.bona.comFebruary 13, 2019NewsGreen Building Council Names Top 10 Regions for LEED ProjectsThe U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) announced the top 10 countries and regions for LEED-certified projects outside of the U.S.February 13, 2019Previous PagePage 233 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
