WFB EditorsTools + EquipmentWood Flooring Q&A: Which Compressor Should I Buy for my Nailer?Wood flooring pro Stephen Diggins explains some factors to consider when pairing up a compressor with a pneumatic wood flooring nailer.July 19, 2018Tales From the FrontTales from the Front: This Wood Flooring Job Was Really Black-and-WhiteWood flooring pro Chris McElroy of McElroy's Hardwood Floor Co. recalls a job when he had an exotic visitor to his work trailer at a wood flooring job site.July 19, 2018NewsWFB Briefs: FCICA to Host Ardex Webinar; Flooring Display Racks for SaleThe Flooring Contractors Association (FCICA) will host a free webinar featuring new Ardex products, including self-leveling underlayments, moisture vapor retarders and adhesives. The webinar is scheduled for August 2 at 11 a.m. EST. Registration information can be found here.July 18, 2018NewsHousing Starts Fall 12.3 Percent in JunePrivately owned housing starts took a 12.3 percent dive in June, falling to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 1.17 million, compared with May’s rate of 1.33 million, according to the U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.July 18, 2018NewsBuilder Confidence Unchanged in July at ‘Healthy’ LevelBuilder confidence held steady at a level of 68 in July, according to the National Association of Home Builders/Wells Fargo Housing Market Index.July 18, 2018New ProductsHavwoods International’s Sandford plankHavwoods International’s Sandford plank is made from reclaimed wood and features rustic shades of red, white and blue. The planks come in a length of 47¼ inches, a width of 4¾ inches and a thickness of ½ inch.havwoodsusa.comJuly 18, 2018NewsSchönox Adds Four Distribution Partners in North AmericaSchönox (Florence, Ala.) announced four new North American distribution partnerships.July 18, 2018NewsWood Finish, Rags Cause of Trash Fire Behind ChurchRags soaked with “wood finishing oil” were the likely cause of a trash fire that erupted behind Salida United Methodist Church in Salida, Colo., July 16, according to local firefighters.July 18, 2018NewsHorizon Forest Promotes Willie Butler to Operations ManagerHorizon Forest Products (Raleigh, N.C.) promoted Willie Butler to operations manager at the company’s Richmond, Va., facility.July 18, 2018NewsRevamped ‘Floor Detective’ Site Aims To Make Finding Inspectors EasierLong-time certified floor inspector David Zack of Flooring Inspectors of Michigan wanted to create a one-stop-shop for finding a certified flooring inspector.July 18, 2018Previous PagePage 283 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
