Twenty years ago, a group of 12 individuals—11 installers and one retailer—who were concerned with the way the installation profession was being viewed and treated decided it was time to band together and change the image of flooring installers.
Five of the largest organizations representing tile contractors, installers and manufacturers are pleased to announce that eight industry professionals are the first to successfully pass the ACT certification program.
The International Certified Flooring Installers Association is celebrating 20 years of promoting the individual flooring installers worldwide in Baltimore, MD August 22-24th 2013.
Jimmy Reed, recognized as the best of the very best installers of glass mosaic tile pools and spas by the Hollywood stars, was recently asked to bring his talents inside for a change and showcase his artistic craftsmanship at the ultra-exclusive new multi-million dollar Los Angeles home of legendary pop icon Sir Elton John and his husband, David Furnish.
National Wood Flooring Association manufacturer member, Somerset Wood Products in Somerset, Kentucky, has recently revised its installation guidelines to include a recommendation to use NWFA Certified Professionals when installing its wood flooring products.
