WFB EditorsNewsSponsored: Absco Quick Dry Penetrating Wood FinishAbsco Quick Dry Penetrating Wood Finish stains and seals in one coat application, is easy to use and fortified with urethane for long-lasting durability. It can be used on all hardwoods, dries in two hours, and is low odor. It is available in 20 colors, can be intermixed to achieve custom colors, and is compatible with all Absco oil-modified and waterborne technologies. Learn more here.May 3, 2021NewsWood Floor Pros Share Favorite Staircase ProjectsCompared with other wood flooring projects, staircase projects perhaps have the most ups and downs. We asked wood floor pros to show off their favorite staircase installations. Here is what they shared.May 3, 2021NewsWOCA Announces Price Increases Aug. 1WOCA Denmark announced it will initiate moderate price increases on orders received after July 31. Its new pricing schedule will be released on or before July 1.May 3, 2021NewsConstruction Employment Down in 57% of MetrosConstruction employment decreased in 57% of metro areas (203) year-over-year in March, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America.May 3, 2021NewsWagner Meters Announces 2020 Distributor of the Year Award RecipientsWagner Meters (Rogue River, Ore.) recognized four distributors with 2020 Distributor of the Year awards.May 3, 2021NewsMohawk Profits Increase 114% with Record SalesMohawk Industries (Calhoun, Ga.) reported net earnings of $237 million in the first quarter of 2021, a 114% increase compared with the first quarter of 2020.May 3, 2021NewsChoose the Funniest Caption for ‘Strange Sander’ PicWe rounded up the funniest caption submissions for this photo, and now it’s time for you to choose the winner.May 3, 2021NewsCompany Creates ‘Stabilizer’ to Reduce Wood’s Ability to Gain and Lose MoistureKop-Coat Protection Products (Pittsburgh) announced it has developed a “dimensional stabilizer” designed to reduce wood’s ability to gain and lose moisture.May 3, 2021News3M Profits Increase 24.2% in Q1 20213M (St. Paul, Minn.) reported a net income of $1.62 billion in the first quarter of 2021, a 24.2% surge compared with the same period last year.May 3, 2021New ProductsAria Vent Adds Damper to Lite LineAria Vent’s Lite Damper is an add-on accessory that offers air flow control to Aria Lite vents. The damper is available in 4- by 10-inch sizes and is designed to withstand heavy foot traffic.ariavent.comMay 3, 2021Previous PagePage 83 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 DecksManagementHow We Transitioned to a Second-Generation Family BusinessSponsor ContentIs the 'Upgrade' from 1K to 2K Finish Worth It?
