WFB EditorsNewsFlooring Retail Store Ordered to Remove 'Distracting' American Flags From RoadThe flags were to promote the store's flag giveaway in celebration of Independence Day.July 11, 2018NewsPioneer Millworks Appoints Jack Cox to Mid-Atlantic Market Sales TeamPioneer Millworks (Farmington, N.Y.) announced that Jack Cox will join its Mid-Atlantic sales team, where he will service the building and design markets in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Virginia, North Carolina, Tennessee and Kentucky.July 11, 2018NewsN-Hance to Expand Presence in AlabamaN-Hance Wood Refinishing (Logan, Utah) announced plans to add 10 store locations in Alabama over the next three years.July 11, 2018NewsMAPEI Hires Jennifer Kramer as Public Relations and Communications ManagerMAPEI Corporation (Deerfield Beach, Fla.) announced that Jennifer Kramer has joined its marketing department as the company’s public relations and communications manager.July 11, 2018NewsHardwood Federation Fly-In to Include ‘Emerging Leaders’ SessionThe Hardwood Federation announced that its 2018 Fall Fly-In will feature a special session dedicated to young and emerging leaders in the hardwood industry.July 11, 2018NewsBlues Legend Buddy Guy to Headline Greenbuild ConferenceThe U.S. Green Building Council announced that seven-time Grammy Award winner Buddy Guy will perform at the 2018 Greenbuild Celebration Thursday, Nov. 15, at The Field Museum in Chicago from 7–11 p.m.July 11, 2018New ProductsBosch’s Oscillating Multi-ToolBosch’s 12-volt Max Starlock Oscillating Multi-Tool has a 3D tool-accessory interface and delivers a greater torque transfer, the company says. The multi-tool features a brushless motor with a top speed of 20,000 oscillations per minute.www.boschtools.comJuly 9, 2018NewsScientists Plan Tree DNA Database To Combat Illegal LoggingScientists and environmental advocates are creating a DNA database of trees in an attempt to better track tree populations and combat illegal logging.July 9, 2018NewsHome Prices Jump 7.1 Percent in May as Demand ContinuesHome prices rose 7.1 percent in May compared with May 2017 and grew 1.1 percent from April 2018, according to the CoreLogic Home Price Index.July 9, 2018NewsMAPEI Expands with New Facilities in Georgia, FloridaMAPEI Corporation (Deerfield Beach, Fla.) announced it is expanding with two new locations, one in Georgia and one in Florida.July 9, 2018Previous PagePage 285 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
