Attendees of the National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) share a bright outlook for the wood industry in 2023. 

Dale and Don Jarmer, owners of Jarmer Flooring, discuss how their new app Floor Swap aims to connect installers with attic stock and additional labor.

Everyone in business can look back and see events and relationships, both good and bad, that changed the course of their company. These are huge tipping points for our business, but some can prevent us from landing desirable clients. It is crucial to learn how to identify the problem client who only serves to drain us of our time, money and morale. 

While the outlook in 2023 is cautiously optimistic, challenges such as supply chain disruptions, labor shortages, inflation, the housing market, and economic uncertainty remain. 

Taylor Adhesives now will offer a Lifetime Warranty for wood flooring installations done by a National Wood Flooring Association Certified Professionals certified installer.

Kyle reminds us that it is okay to stop and smell the flowers from time to time. Running a successful business requires us to take care of ourselves to better serve yourselves, your families and your customers.

The commercial subcontracting firm built its reputation in the flooring and ceiling industry, and over the past decade the company has expanded into other areas of commercial subcontracting such as custom wall and cladding systems.

Coverings 2023 is in full swing this week with tile companies traveling from across the globe to showcase new visuals, technologies and accessories. Floor Trends and Floor Covering Installer spent the day perusing beautiful tile products and test-driving some new technology. Here is a glimpse at some of what we found. 

With an increasing number of tile installations coexisting with other surface coverings, the need arises for appropriate transitions within and around the tiled surface. Profile pieces provide aesthetically pleasing transitions between a wide array of surface coverings.

Is it possible to change your mindset to be more positive to provide a better customer experience and boost business?