Jason Elquest

Jason Elquest is owner at Scottsdale, Ariz.-based Blackhawk Floors Inc. and is an NWFA Regional Instructor.

Should You Recoat that Wood Floor or Run?

Wood flooring pro Jason Elquest offers wisdom on steps to take when considering recoating the finish on a wood floor.

July 25, 2016

Peeling finish is always a realistic concern when thinking about a recoat. (Photo courtesy of Roy Reichow)

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Shades of Gray: How to Use Vinegar & Steel Wool to Darken a Floor

How to use a vinegar and steel wool solution to create custom color effects on a wood floor.

May 27, 2015

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Wood Floor Estimates: Take Your Time, Tell The Truth

I've worked in wood flooring since a very young age, eventually starting my own company back in 2001. We've been fortunate to grow from being a typical one- or two-man operation to having eight well-trained crews and a showroom serving a high-end market. After we got the job, he told me we were the only company out of 14 contractors that discussed the potential for moisture.

March 25, 2014

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Craftsmanship Across the Globe: Introducing the Winners of the 2024 WFB Design Awards

Hailing 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.

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Meet the Repairman Turning Edgers Into Artwork

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What’s Your Top Advice for When Things Get Slow?

This 7-inch-wide, 5/8-inch-thick engineered rift-and-quartersawn red oak floor was coated with Bona Natural Seal and Bona Traffic HD Satin waterborne finish. (Photo courtesy of Floors by the Shore)

White Oak vs. Red Oak: As Pressure Increases on White Oak, Red Oak Is a Versatile Alternative

Recognizing Retail Excellence: Enter the 2024 WFB Outstanding Retailer Awards

Recognizing Retail Excellence: Enter the 2024 WFB Outstanding Retailer Awards