Paul Nelson

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Paul Nelson is sales and operations manager at Clinton, Mont.-based Western Sport Floors LLC and Wyoming Wood Floors LLC.

Build Your Business (and the Industry) With AIA Presentations

Paul Nelson has seen firsthand how effective doing AIA presentations can be in his wood flooring business—here's his advice to connect with architects.

March 18, 2024

This was an AIA presentation I did with John Jemail of Robbins Sport Surfaces in Billings, Mont., last fall.

Show Report: 2023 American Sports Builders Association Technical Meeting & Trade Show

On Dec. 1–4, sports builders from around the country gathered in Houston for the annual American Sports Builders Association Technical Meeting & Trade Show.

January 2, 2024

The sessions at the ASBA Technical Meeting & Trade Show were packed, with hotel staff often scrambling for more chairs.

Sports Flooring

How Long Should a Wood Gym Floor Last?

Gym floor expert Paul Nelson explains the factors that can affect the long-term performance of a maple sports floor.

July 18, 2023

This gym floor in the community center in Emblem, Wyo., is a great example of the longevity possible for a gym floor—originally installed around 1930, we were able to resand and coat this floor in 2022.

What I Learned Going From Residential to Gym Work

Paul Nelson transitioned from residential wood flooring to specializing in sports floors. This is what he learned about the key differences in running those businesses.

June 8, 2022

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Bespoke Floors owner Lygia Lindari.

Striving for Excellence: See the Winners of the 2024 WFB Outstanding Retailer Awards

WFB Outstanding Retailer Award winners of 2024 have displayed excellence in their retail businesses through stunning showrooms, exceptional customer service and clever digital tactics.

Photos courtesy of wood flooring pros James Kramer, Alejandre Israel, Darin Grimes, Gregory Brown, Erick Pilier, Ken Ballin, Kent Rogerson, Jorge Perez, Benny Powell, Ed Sheridan, Pat Goodman, Lenny Hall and Mike Somodean.

Wood Flooring Health 101: An OT’s Advice to Reduce Injuries and Prevent Pain

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Jumping Into the Unknown to Pull Off a Water-Effect Floor

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Recognizing Wood Floor Contractors: Enter the 2024 Ultimate Wood Floor Guy/Gal Contest

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The Winners' Circle: See the Winning Vehicles in the 2024 WFB Truck & Van Contest