NWFA Introduces Consumer Labeling Program

The NWFA has introduced the Accepted Product seal program, which was developed to help consumers identify wood flooring products that meet established minimum standards for performance. Standards are determined for six product categories, each with its own testing requirements and performance criteria. The product categories are abrasives, adhesives, engineered flooring, fasteners, finishes/stains/sealers and underlayments; all evaluations are conducted by third-party testers using specific ASTM/ANSI testing requirements. Participation in the program is voluntary, and NWFA manufacturer members can submit test results to the NWFA for review. If the product is approved, the member must submit an annual licensing fee for use of the NWFA Accepted Product seal, which can be displayed on the product or in literature so consumers can identify it as meeting established industry standards. The seal may be carried for three years, after which new test results must be submitted. For more information, call 800/422-4556 (U.S. and Canada) or 636/519-9663 (local and international) or e-mail [email protected].