Insights Straight from the Forest

Oct 22, 2013

After Kansas City, my next stop on the tour was in Wisconsin's North Woods with WD Flooring's Peter Connor, who taught me about how hardwood forests cut for lumber and eventually flooring are managed. Here's a brief highlight:

Eudr Challenges V2

EUDR Challenges and Solutions in the Wood Floor Industry

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Navigating the EUDR’s Updated Timeline

Eudr Challenges V2

EUDR Challenges and Solutions in the Wood Floor Industry

Illegal deforestation in the Brazilian state of Para.

U.S. Treasury Plan to Target Criminal Groups Tied to Destruction of Amazon

Customers seeking more sustainable floor finishing options may request third-party-certified and low-VOC products.

Wood Flooring Q&A: What to Say When Customers Request Certifications

Navigating the EUDR’s Updated Timeline

The European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) has undergone recent updates, presenting both challenges and opportunities for the wood products industry. A provisional political agreement extends compliance deadlines by 12 months.

EUDR Challenges and Solutions in the Wood Floor Industry

It is crucial for companies in the wood floor industry to understand the new EUDR regulations, assess their exposure to the changing requirements, and prepare their supply chains and internal procedures.

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U.S. Treasury Plan to Target Criminal Groups Tied to Destruction of Amazon

The United States will work closely with Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Peru and Suriname in a new plan to crack down on criminal networks that profit from destruction in the Amazon, U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen announced.

Illegal deforestation in the Brazilian state of Para.

Wood Flooring Q&A: What to Say When Customers Request Certifications

Customers are asking about sustainability more than ever when it comes to their wood flooring projects. What should you tell them?

Customers seeking more sustainable floor finishing options may request third-party-certified and low-VOC products.

A Damning Report: ‘Flooring’s Dirty Climate Secret’ (Yes, It's About Vinyl Flooring)

As a follow-up to my article about “What I’ve Learned as an Inspector for ‘Luxury Vinyl’ Flooring”, I would like everyone to know about a report that was done about this same flooring.

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Tropical Forest Loss Drops Steeply in Brazil and Colombia, but High Rates Persist

Between 2022 and 2023, both Brazil and Colombia experienced a sharp decline in primary forest loss, reported the University of Maryland's Global Land Analysis and Discovery laboratory.

An interactive map on the Global Forest Watch website displays tree cover loss from 2001–2023 (in pink) in areas with greater than 30% canopy density.

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

Demand for white oak, and specifically quartersawn lumber, has drastically increased in recent years, but red oak is still a viable alternative—and more versatile than many people realize.

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)

Wood Floor Q&A: What Is ‘Biophilic Design’?

Tom Coble of Hartzell Hardwoods explains what "biophilic design" is and what it means for wood flooring professionals.

Biophilic design emphasizes the use of natural materials, such as real wood flooring, because they offer many advantages, including improved mental health.

FOREST Act Introduced to Limit Imports Linked to Illegal Deforestation

Members of Congress reintroduced the FOREST Act, which would restrict imports of certain products linked to illegal deforestation.

Antique Flooring Adds To Festive Christmas Spirit—As a Tree

Washington, D.C.'s Universal Floors specializes in restoring antique flooring, and now some of those scraps are being put to use as festive Christmas trees.

Scraps of antique flooring left over from jobs are now being crafted into Christmas trees by Washington, D.C.-based Universal Floors. This one is at the Decatur House, home to the White House Historical Association.

2021 Going Green Product Focus

The companies below—all advertisers in the August/September issue of WFB—have made impressive inroads toward protecting the wellbeing of consumers and wood flooring professionals, as well as the health of the global environmental overall. See below to discover how they have adopted environmental sustainability as a bedrock of their businesses.

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How We Became a Hub for Sustainable Flooring Products

Because of our dedication to this aspect of our industry, we’ve landed partnerships with many firms and exclusivity to several products.

Our children played a big part in our decision to sell eco-friendly products.

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