Sam F. Biondo Jr.Sam F. Biondo Jr. is national technical presenter for Deerfield Beach, Fla.-based MAPEI Corp.Subfloor PrepKnow These Tips for Success With Self-LevelersImportant tips to ensure success when using self-leveling underlayment over a concrete slab.March 30, 2016TroubleshootingNFL Fame, Beer Teach a Lesson on this Wood Floor JobI’ve been in the flooring business since I was 14, and, like many contractors, I’ve seen a lot of strange things happen on a job. For me, the strangest job—and one of the biggest lessons I ever learned—came when I was a project manager for a big flooring company and we were doing a job back in the mid-’80s at a restaurant owned by a famous NFL coach. When I tell you what happened, you might not believe me, but I swear to you, it’s true.Something strange happened as we were doing the job: I kept smelling beer.May 29, 2013Page 1 of 1Top 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
