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 ContractorsThe following five wood flooring contractors agreed to share their stories in hopes that they help prevent other wood flooring contractors from making the same mistakes with their health.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 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
