N.C. State to Host Flooring Inspectors

Feb 16, 2011

The North Carolina State University Wood Products Extension will hold a "Wood Flooring Update" March 10-11 in Raleigh, N.C.; the event is being coordinated by The Flooring Inspectors Educational Guild. Topics of discussion include wood moisture content measurement, kiln operator's procedures, the relationship between water and wood, and wood characteristics. The event will include multiple lab exercises and hands-on opportunities. To register, contact Joe Denig at [email protected] or 919/515-5582.

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