WFB EditorsNewsBuilder Confidence Remains Unchanged in SeptemberBuilder confidence held steady at a reading of 67 in September, according to the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index.September 19, 2018NewsTrump Approves Tariffs on $200 Billion of Chinese Imports, China To RetaliateTaking the trade war with China to the next level, President Trump directed the United States Trade Representative Sept. 17 to impose tariffs on roughly $200 billion worth of Chinese products, including hardwood flooring. In response, the next day China announced it will impose tariffs on $60 billion worth of U.S. imports.September 19, 2018NewsRubio Monocoat, American Sanders Wrap Up Third Sand & Finish SchoolRubio Monocoat USA LLC (Spicewood, Texas), in partnership with American Sanders, completed its third Sand & Finish school Sept. 11–12 at its location in Spicewood.September 17, 2018New ProductsBona Adds Three Colors to Craft Oil 2K CollectionBona launched three new colors in its Bona Craft Oil 2K Collection, including Air, Pebble and Sand (pictured). Bona Craft Oil 2K has an elongated open time and rapid initial cure that make it easy to work with, allowing for light use in 8 hours, the company says.bona.comSeptember 17, 2018NewsFloor & Décor Announces Sale of 10 Million Shares of Common StockFloor & Décor announced a public offering price of $37.25 per share for 10 million shares of common stock being sold by certain shareholders of the company.September 17, 2018NewsFestool Launches ‘Trade Up to Festool’ CampaignFestool (Lebanon, Ind.) announced the launch of its “Trade Up to Festool” campaign, during which customers who buy a new Festool 55-series saw or plunge router can send in any brand of used power tool to receive $100 (or $120 CAD in Canada) prepaid Mastercard.September 17, 2018NewsHong Kong Woman Receives Three-Month Sentence for Importing Illegal RosewoodA woman in Hong Kong was given a three-month jail sentence after pleading guilty to importing a 29-ton shipment of Honduran rosewood, according to a report by Coconuts Hong Kong.September 17, 2018NewsSurfaces 2019 Registration OpensRegistration for The International Surface Event (TISE) 2019 is now open.September 17, 2018NewsGreenbuild Early Bird Registration Extended to Sept. 20Early registration for the 2018 Greenbuild International Conference and Expo has been extended to Sept. 20.September 17, 2018NewsFlooring Education Guild’s Wood Science Registration Ends TodayRegistration for the Flooring Education Guild’s Wood Science Class ends Monday, Sept. 17, at 2 p.m.September 17, 2018Previous PagePage 267 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
