Sean James

Sean James is owner/contractor at Santa Cruz, Calif.-based SJ Hardwood Floors. He is NWFACP-certified in Installation and Sand & Finish.

It’s Our Job: Educate Customers on Wood Floor Maintenance

Wood 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, 2020

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Why Floating Floors Shouldn’t Get a Bad Rap from Pros

Wood flooring pro Sean James explains why he finds floating floors are a great option for his customers.

January 21, 2019

Many pros think floating wood floors are just for the DIY market, but Taco and I think they also can be useful in some situations for professional installation.

Tool Time: Comparing Laser Distance Meters

Wood flooring pro Sean James reviews some of the handheld lasers on the market and also offers tips for using them.

September 27, 2017

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Why Flooring Straps Make My Life as an Installer Easier

Wood flooring contractor Sean James discusses why he uses flooring straps to help install floors, and useful tips on how to use them.

January 31, 2017

'What are those things?' 'What do you do with them?' I get a lot of questions about my flooring straps.

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'Best Heritage' big machine winner Kevin Clough of Restoration Hardwood Flooring.

See The Winners Of The Inaugural WFB Big Machine Contest

Whether it’s considered a faithful companion on the job site or an awkward, bulky piece of metal, a wood floor pro’s big machine inevitably has a story or two to tell.

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How I Do These Floors: Herringbone Parquet

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Foyer Becomes a ‘Foyay’ After Pro's Creative Water-Pop

I’m beyond blessed for the struggles and hardships in my life, because they’ve led me to make the best out of the situations I’m dealt with.

Nothing In Life Comes Easy: How I Started My Gym Floor Company

Bad maintenance practices can cause a hazy appearance on the floor.

Wood Floor Q&A: Why The Dull, Hazy Floor?