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Readers Share Favorite Gym Flooring Projects From Summer 2023

WFB asked followers on Facebook to share some of their favorite gym flooring projects from over the summer.

September 25, 2023

Shawn Lawrence submitted this piece as a favorite gym flooring project completed over the summer of 2023.

Exquisite Parquet for a Floridian ‘Italian Castle’

On many large-scale wood flooring jobs, it’s about how quickly the project can be done for the client, says Luis Ramos of Absolute Hardwood Flooring. This Italian-inspired waterfront mansion was different.

September 19, 2023

This elaborate white oak parquet in the dining room of a waterfront mansion was just one wood floor in a project that took three years to complete.

‘Everything Was Floor-Related’ in Customizing 1991 Chevy

Such a vehicle could only come from the creative mind of Louisville, Ky.-based Louisville’s Best Choice Flooring Owner John Booth, who purchased the ’91 Chevy from a client after spotting it in their garage.

September 19, 2023

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Things to Consider When Choosing Products for Glue-Down Jobs

Products for subfloor prep, moisture control and more when gluing down a wood floor are always changing; here are some factors to consider when doing a glue-down job.

September 15, 2023

There are so many more options in today’s wood flooring market when it comes to subfloor prep, moisture control and adhesives.

Wood Floor Pros Share Favorite Projects of Summer 2023

WFB asked followers on Facebook to share some of their favorite wood flooring projects from the summer of 2023.

September 6, 2023

ATFA Announces 2023 Floor of the Year Winners

The Australasian Timber Floor Association announced the winners of its 2023 Floor of the Year Awards at its annual Awards Presentation and Dinner on Aug. 12.

August 28, 2023

Flooring: Tongue & Groove | Flooring: European oak | Adhesive: MAPEI

What Is Your Favorite Reclaimed Floor You’ve Ever Installed?

Followers on the Wood Floor Business Facebook and Instagram pages show off their favorite reclaimed wood flooring installations.

August 10, 2023

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Yes, That’s Wood Flooring—Not Tile—in This Unique Bar Room

Like many homeowners stuck in lockdown at the start of the pandemic, Page Nazarian of West Hollywood, Calif.-based Fame Hardwood seized the opportunity to renovate his own home.

July 19, 2023

The hand-crafted parquet steals the show in this basement hangout.

Take a Dip in Repurposed Pool’s Reclaimed Floors

Wood floors and water don’t mix, but wood floors and repurposed indoor pools can go together swimmingly—if this project is any indication.

July 24, 2023

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Wood Floor Q&A: Wood Floor Shake Explained

Wood floor expert Wayne Lee explains what actually causes the frustrating problem of shake in wood flooring.

July 18, 2023

Shake is actually caused by a bacteria that weakens the wood; sometimes it won’t be noticeable until sanding or even finishing.

Tricks of the Trade

Trick of the Trade: An Easy Way to Remove Baseboards for Reuse

David Green of Nicholasville, Ky.-based Town & Country Hardwood Floors has a simple technique to remove and reuse baseboards when they are installed with 18-gauge finish nails.

July 18, 2023

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Wood Floor Mystery #16: It’s Cupping, But There’s No Water Here, Part 2 (the Answer!)

Stephen Diggins knew there had to be water somewhere in this house causing the wood flooring to cup ... and he found it when the disgusting black water ended up pouring right onto his face and down his shirt.

July 17, 2023

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Top-Nail 5/16-Inch Strip: How We Did (and Still Do) These Floors

Lifelong Vancouver-area wood floor pro Ron Teljeur explains how 5/16-inch top-nail wood flooring was used historically and is still used today.

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Making Flooring Dreams Come True: The Winners of the 2023 Outstanding Retailer Awards

The hand-crafted parquet steals the show in this basement hangout.

Yes, That’s Wood Flooring—Not Tile—in This Unique Bar Room

The contractor on this job applied the second coat of waterborne finish without abrading; the first coat had become too inert after sitting more than 72 hours.

The Top Reasons Why Finishes Fail (to Perform)

Márcio and Fabio Goncalves of Port Chester, N.Y.-based Creation Hardwood Flooring Specialists drove home the 'Most Unusual Work Vehicle' title for their 1929 Ford Model A truck.

Rolling with Opportunity: See the Winners of the 2023 WFB Truck and Van Contest

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