Sean JamesSean James is a Pallmann territory manager at Uzin Utz North America and is based in Santa Cruz, Calif.TechniquesRhythmic Sanding: Better Results by Planetary Sanding to the BeatIn my job helping contractors learn to work with the latest products in the industry, I have seen that there can sometimes be a substantial learning curve when they are working with planetary sanders for the first time, so I came up with this technique.July 18, 2024PricingStraight Talk: Know Your Worth, and Value What You DoLongtime wood floor pro Sean James wants everyone in the wood flooring industry to know what they are worth—and charge appropriately.March 25, 2024TechniquesTips For Success When Using Natural Oil FinishesHere are some tips that can help you be successful when using oil finishes on a wood floor.July 27, 2022Machines/ToolsThe Tool That Started It All: The Hand-ScraperThere is absolutely one tool every floor mechanic must own and try to become as proficient as possible with: the hand scraper! The tool that started it all.March 17, 2022MaintenanceIt’s Our Job: Educate Customers on Wood Floor MaintenanceWood flooring pro Sean James shares why it's vitally important to educate customers about wood floor maintenance—and how it can even improve the bottom line.September 21, 2020PrefinishedWhy Floating Floors Shouldn’t Get a Bad Rap from ProsWood flooring pro Sean James explains why he finds floating floors are a great option for his customers.January 21, 2019Tool ReviewsTool Time: Comparing Laser Distance MetersWood flooring pro Sean James reviews some of the handheld lasers on the market and also offers tips for using them.September 27, 2017TechniquesWhy Flooring Straps Make My Life as an Installer EasierWood flooring contractor Sean James discusses why he uses flooring straps to help install floors, and useful tips on how to use them.January 31, 2017Page 1 of 1Top StoriesRetailStriving for Excellence: See the Winners of the 2024 WFB Outstanding Retailer AwardsWFB Outstanding Retailer Award winners of 2024 have displayed excellence in their retail businesses through stunning showrooms, exceptional customer service and clever digital tactics.ContractingWood Flooring Health 101: An OT’s Advice to Reduce Injuries and Prevent PainSports FlooringJumping Into the Unknown to Pull Off a Water-Effect FloorContractingRecognizing Wood Floor Contractors: Enter the 2024 Ultimate Wood Floor Guy/Gal ContestContractingThe Winners' Circle: See the Winning Vehicles in the 2024 WFB Truck & Van Contest