WFB EditorsNewsMicroban Launches AkoTech Antimicrobial Coating TechnologiesMicroban launched AkoTech, a multifunctional coating technology platform that provides adhesion, water and oil repellency and chemical resistance for hardwood flooring and other hard surfaces.March 31, 2025NewsFishman Flooring Solutions Rated Top Starnet Distribution PartnerBaltimore-based flooring distributor Fishman Flooring Solutions was rated a top distribution partner by Starnet for the second consecutive year.March 31, 2025New ProductsPioneer Millworks Releases Reclaimed Flooring Sunset CollectionPioneer Millworks’ Sunset Collection is a reclaimed, engineered wood flooring made with domestic oaks sourced from four-rail fences.March 31, 2025NewsEnter the 2026 Wood Floor Business Design AwardsWood Floor Business is now accepting submissions for its 2026 Design Awards—the only wood flooring design contest open to the entire wood flooring industry.March 28, 2025NewsBona Hires Territory Managers for Colorado, Florida, IllinoisBona (Englewood, Colo.) hired three new territory managers: Corey Norris as territory manager in Colorado, Joseph Revord as adhesives territory manager in Florida and Paul Wilke as territory manager in Chicago.March 26, 2025New ProductsMohawk’s Karastan Brand Expands BelleLuxe CollectionKarastan, a brand owned by Mohawk Industries, expanded its BelleLuxe collections with 31 introductions across five styles.March 26, 2025NewsHouzz Survey: What Homeowners Want During RenovationWhen looking to renovate their homes, homeowners say their biggest struggles are finding someone they trust, getting detailed proposals or estimates, and receiving timely and accurate communication, according to a Houzz survey.March 26, 2025NewsRegistration Open for the NICFI 25th ConferenceThe National Institute of Certified Floor Covering Inspectors 25th conference will take place May 19–21 at BoMont Flooring in Calhoun, Ga.March 26, 2025NewsNew Single-Family Home Sales Up 1.8% in FebruarySales of newly built, single-family homes from January to February increased 1.8% to a 676,000 seasonally adjusted annual rate, according to data from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.March 26, 2025NewsHome Prices See 4.1% Annual Gain in JanuaryThe S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller U.S. National Home Price NSA Index reported a 4.1% annual gain for January, up from a 4% annual gain in December 2024.March 26, 2025Previous PagePage 7 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
