Catherine LiewenCatherine Liewen is a former managing editor/art director of Hardwood Floors.Green IssuesOne For The Books: Beetle-Infested Ash Turns Into Stunning LibraryAsh trees were destroyed by the emerald ash borer, but wood floor master craftsman John Yarema was able to create this beautiful library from the destroyed trees.March 12, 2013TechniquesEngineered Enigmas: Know These Answers to Avoid ProblemsAnswers to common questions about engineered wood flooring, and ways to avoid common problems that happen with those products.November 29, 2011Green IssuesWorking Green on Your Wood Flooring Job SiteJuly 31, 2009ContractingA Day in the Life Contractor Profile: Roy ReichowJanuary 31, 2009Subfloor PrepA Guide to Subfloors Used Under Wood FlooringA summary of the different subfloor types used with wood floors, including an explanations of which subfloors are appropriate for which types of wood flooring.November 30, 2007PrefinishedThe History of Prefinished Wood FlooringDetails on the evolution of the manufacture of prefinished wood flooring.September 30, 2007Glue-downFamiliarize Yourself with Wood Floor Adhesive BasicsImportant information on topics such as spread rate, subfloor preparation and more that is essential to having succesful installations when using wood floor adhesives.July 31, 2006ManagementDealing With ComplaintsNo contractor likes to hear an angry customer on the other end of the line, but sometimes those calls are inevitable. Here are a few tips to help prevent the complaint call from escalating into an ugly shouting match.March 31, 2006SafetySafety Lessons from Real Wood Flooring ContractorsSee more on this topic: Wood Floor SandingIn July 2004, a floor sander died while sanding a floor in Hull, Mass. According to the Boston Globe, Captain Chris Russo of the Hull fire department said it was "a fireball that happened in a split second, charring everything in sight." The district attorney's office determined the fire was caused by a spark from the pilot light from the water heater and ruled the death an accident. It could not be determined if there were any safety violations, and because the victim was the sole owner of the company, charges were not filed.September 30, 2005ManagementWhat to Do When Hit by a Natural DisasterBe armed and ready with the industry standards in hand. Have your NWFA technical manuals ready for quick reference. The publications you might find most helpful for weather-related disasters are NWFA’s Technical Manual A100: Water and Wood and the NWFA Installation Guidelines. One copy is free as part of NWFA membership. To order more copies, contact the NWFA at 800/422-4556 (U.S.), 800/848-8824 (Canada), 636/519-9663 (international), or e-mail [email protected].July 31, 2005Page 1 of 3Next PageTop StoriesDesignCraftsmanship Across the Globe: Introducing the Winners of the 2024 WFB Design AwardsHailing everywhere from Italy to Portugal to Cincinnati to Washington, D.C., to Brazil to Chicago (by way of Poland), the recipients of this year’s WFB Design Awards prove, through sweat and creativity, that true craftsmanship has no borders.Machines/ToolsMeet the Repairman Turning Edgers Into ArtworkContractingWhat’s Your Top Advice for When Things Get Slow?DesignWhite Oak vs. Red Oak: As Pressure Increases on White Oak, Red Oak Is a Versatile AlternativeSponsor ContentRecognizing Retail Excellence: Enter the 2024 WFB Outstanding Retailer Awards
