WFB EditorsNewsResidential Construction Industry Adds 3,100 JobsThe residential construction industry added 3,100 jobs from October to November, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.December 11, 2024NewsABC: Construction Backlog Unchanged, Confidence Up in NovemberAssociated Builders and Contractors’ Construction Backlog Indicator remained at 8.4 months from October to November.December 11, 2024NewsSmall Business Optimism Rises Above 50-Year AverageSmall business optimism rose to 101.7 points in November, breaking 34 months of remaining below the 50-year average of 98, the National Federation of Independent Business’ Small Business Optimism Index report found.December 11, 2024PodcastsLatest on the ATWF Podcast: Perspectives from Pro Ron TeljeurIn the latest episode of the WFB podcast "All Things Wood Floor," host Stephen Diggins talks with Ron Teljeur of Acorn Wood Floors in Aldergrove, B.C., about top-nail flooring, running a wood floor business and much more.December 10, 2024HumorTime to Vote: Choose the Funniest Caption for ‘Lounging Woman’WFB rounded up some of the funniest caption contest submissions for this image, and now it’s time for you to pick the winner.December 10, 2024NewsPantone Color of the Year 2025: Mocha MousseThe Pantone Color Institute selected PANTONE 17-1230 Mocha Mousse as its Color of the Year 2025.December 9, 2024NewsJudge Suspends Corporate Transparency Act Reporting RequirementOn Dec. 3 a Texas federal judge blocked the enforcement of the Corporate Transparency Act, suspending businesses’ requirement to file a Beneficial Ownership Information report.December 9, 2024NewsJunckers Extends FIBA Contract Another Four YearsJunckers (Denmark) extended its contract as the International Basketball Federation’s Official Technical Supplier for another four years.December 9, 2024NewsBurton Mill Solutions Acquires Menominee Saw & SupplyIndustrial saw blade manufacturer Burton Mill Solutions (Woodland, Wash.) acquired Menominee, Mich.-based Menominee Saw & Supply.December 5, 2024BusinessReaders Respond: What Wood Floor Pro Would You Hire to Do the Wood Floors in Your House?WFB asked its followers on Facebook and Instagram if they had to hire another wood floor pro to do the wood floors of their house, who would they hire? Here’s what they said:December 5, 2024Previous PagePage 26 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 ContentSawdust in Our Veins
