WFB EditorsNewsTrump Threatens Additional $267 Billion in Tariffs on Chinese ProductsPresident Trump told reporters Sept. 7 that not only is he preparing to greenlight proposed duties on $200 billion worth of Chinese products, including hardwood flooring, but he is also willing to propose an additional $267 billion on top of it, according to Bloomberg.September 10, 2018NewsAkzoNobel Names ‘Spiced Honey’ Color of the Year 2019Spiced Honey has been named the AkzoNobel Color of the Year 2019, following research into global trends and consumer behavior.September 10, 2018NewsSweepstakes: Win a Trip to Domotex in Hannover, Atlanta or ShanghaiDomotex USA organizer Hannover Fairs USA is holding a Domotex World Tour Sweepstakes, the three winners of which will secure a VIP trip to one of three Domotex shows in 2019.September 10, 2018NewsStudy: Labor Shortage Impacts 3.8 Percent of Flooring RevenuesThe Floor Covering Leadership Council (FCLC), an organization of flooring associations, released highlights from an independent study it commissioned last year to “quantify the scope and severity” of the installation labor shortage within the flooring industry.September 10, 2018NewsBoa-Franc Marks 35th Year in BusinessBoa-Franc, manufacturer of Mirage brand hardwood flooring, is celebrating is 35th year in business.September 10, 2018NewsBona Names Winner of $10K Bona Atomic Adventure ContestDrew Rydingsword, owner of Mamaroneck, N.Y.-based Franklin Hardwood Floors, took home a $10,000 check after being selected as the winner of Bona US’s Extreme Adventure Giveaway.September 10, 2018NewsNew Association Hosts Inaugural Extreme Wood Floors CourseThe International Wood Flooring Association held its inaugural Extreme Wood Floors course in Tell City, Ind., where students learned everything from custom parquet to wood bending.September 5, 2018New ProductsRubio Monocoat’s Applicator SetRubio Monocoat’s applicator set comes with one applicator handle and five 4-by-6-inch white applicator pads designed for the manual application of the company’s oils. The handle easily accepts replaceable applicator pads, and the pads are cost-effective and result in minimal product waste, the company says.rubiomonocoat.comSeptember 5, 2018NewsBona, Diversey To Co-Host Basketball-Themed Booth At ISSA North AmericaBona (Aurora, Colo.) and Diversey, a cleaning and hygiene solutions company based in Charlotte, N.C., will team up at the ISSA America show in Dallas Oct. 29–Nov. 1 to co-host a basketball-themed booth.September 5, 2018NewsFlooring Reps Testify About Effects of Proposed Chinese TariffsSam Cobb, CEO and managing partner of Real Wood Floors, testified that an additional 25 percent tariff on Chinese wood flooring would have a devastating effect on his company.September 5, 2018Previous PagePage 269 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
