Photos courtesy of Matt Garcia | Craftsman Hardwood Flooring In the world of wood flooring, achieving a flawless transition between different sections of a home is one of the hallmarks of true craftsmanship. Matt Garcia of Craftsman Hardwood Flooring recently was tasked with such a challenge when a homeowner with a keen eye for detail envisioned a specific look with a natural patina for both their floors and staircase. “Stair parts for pre-finished flooring pose a challenge as they’re usually not made in the same heat-treated processes. The solution was to fabricate stair tread nosings from t ..read more

Photos courtesy of Kyle Neuroh | Neuroh Hardwood and Neulight I still remember the first time I attended the NWFA Wood Flooring Expo. It was 2014 and being held in Nashville, Tennessee, my market town, so I was able to drive in for the day and take it all in. I had only started my business, Neuroh Hardwood, a couple of years prior, and this was my first time seeing all the manufacturers and meeting other professionals from around the country. I’ve always been an idea person, and now having the opportunity to meet decision makers from different companies, I started sharing from booth to booth t ..read more

Adobestock © A budget is a structured financial plan for your business. It identifies available capital, estimates your spending, and helps predict incoming revenue over a specified period, usually monthly, quarterly, or yearly. It provides a benchmark for long-term financial goals and is, therefore, as important for a small business as for a large corporation. The following are steps that any business can take to create and maintain a budget that contributes to financial success: List all sources of income and expenses based on business costs and earnings in previous budgeting periods. If yo ..read more

The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) released its NAHB/Westlake Royal Remodeling Market Index (RMI) for the first quarter of 2024, posting a reading of 66, down one point compared to the previous quarter. The NAHB/Westlake Royal RMI survey asks remodelers to rate five components of the remodeling market as “good,” “fair,” or “poor.” Each question is measured on a scale from 0 to 100, where an index number above 50 indicates that a higher share view conditions as good than poor. The Current Conditions Index is an average of three components: the current market for large remodeling p ..read more

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Small Business Optimism Index decreased by 0.9 of a point in March to 88.5, the lowest level since December 2012. This is the 27th consecutive month below the 50-year average of 98. The net percent of owners raising average selling prices rose seven points from February to a net 28 percent seasonally adjusted. “Small business optimism has reached the lowest level since 2012 as owners continue to manage numerous economic headwinds,” said Bill Dunkelberg, chief economist for NFIB. “Inflation has once again been reported as the top business p ..read more

As homeowners become more educated on sustainability, many are insisting on greener products and services, presenting a clear opportunity for contractors to guide home and floor owners toward more sustainable options. Bona® today launched Bona Chroma® Waterborne Wood Floor Coloration System. The company says this sustainable wood floor coloring method results in a vibrant, intense wood color – with an application and drying procedure that is safer, quicker, and healthier than other processes. When used with Bona’s waterborne finishes and sealers this new product allows contractors to offer the ..read more

Mill operations are conducted in a leased 7,500 square foot building in Abingdon, Virginia. All mill equipment is included. See video here: https://youtu.be/P01DB0FBWWw and here: https://youtu.be/EZ06TOUN97Q Full details here: www.Mill4Sale.com Contact: stacey@historicflooring.com The post For Sale: Turn-Key Mill Operation in Virginia first appeared on Hardwood Floors Magazine ..read more

Dalene Flooring in Southern New England is celebrating its 75th anniversary this year. For three quarters of a century, Dalene Flooring says it has been known for superior customer service, installation quality, and innovation in flooring, tracing back to its establishment in 1949. The company services residential, builder, and commercial customers with six Connecticut locations: West Hartford, Manchester, South Windsor, Enfield, Southington, and Torrington. Passed down through four generations, Dalene Flooring has remained steadfast in its commitment to customers, employees, and the communit ..read more

Cyncly announced the appointment of Anand Krishnan as chief executive officer, effective immediately. Anand’s appointment follows David Tombre’s decision to retire from his leadership role at Cyncly. Cyncly says Anand comes to the company with a proven track record of leading innovative, customer-focused B2B software companies. He most recently served as CEO of IBS Software, and prior to that, he held executive positions at Canonical and Microsoft. “I am excited to join Cyncly and build upon the progress the company has achieved under David’s leadership,” said Anand. “Cyncly is in a unique pos ..read more

Akzo Nobel’s Global Color and Design team for Wood Coatings will provide insights into the latest color innovations and trends at the High Point Market in North Carolina. The Global Color and Design team works to understand and interpret the impact of fashion and lifestyle on colors and effects used in paints and coatings. During the High Point Market, which takes place April 13-17, AkzoNobel experts will be sharing their insights into the color and design influences driving the home furnishings sector. “Color influences our furnishings, our homes, and our lives. Sharing our research and exper ..read more