NWFA: National Wood Flooring Association

2025 NWFA Wood Floor of the Year Members' Choice voting is now open - View this year's many Wood Floor of the Year submissions and vote for your favorite. The voting period ends at 5:00 PM (Central Standard Time) on Tuesday, March 11. Vote here: https://lnkd.in/gBtj3SP3 The NWFA's Wood Floor of the Year (WFOY) awards were developed to encourage and recognize innovative craftsmanship and design in wood flooring installations. Since the program began in 1990, more than 300 awards have been presented to NWFA member companies throughout the world.

?? A sneak peak into the NWFA Basic Installation and Sand + Finish Hands-On Training Classes These introductory level courses are for anyone who is new to the wood flooring industry. Choose from 2 Day Basic Installation, 2 Day Sand + Finish, or save money and register for the 4 Day Basic Installation and Sand + Finish combination! ??? Check out the NWFA hands-on training calendar: https://lnkd.in/gXSgTmSx

Join the NWFA on April 29 - May 2, 2025, in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, for a 3-day in-person course, including in-depth training on general equipment maintenance, sanding multiple flooring types, practice with stain application, and more. NWFA Certification testing is available on Friday, May 2, 2025. Additional fee required. https://lnkd.in/g3EvZ6Bd

Go the Distance and grow your business in 2025 at the 2025 NWFA Wood Flooring Expo! Here's what's in store: ?? More than 30 speakers delivering 20+ hours of actionable education ?? The reveal of Hardwood Floors Magazine's Wood Floor of the Year winners ?? Over 225 exhibitors showcasing the latest innovations in wood flooring ?? 14 live product demos featuring the newest tools and techniques ?? Exclusive pre-expo training ?? and MORE ?? Event Dates: April 15-17, 2025 ?? Location: Charlotte, North Carolina ?? Register Now: https://lnkd.in/grkb-cSg

?? FINAL DAYS ?? Register now for the 2025 NWFA Expo, taking place April 15-17 in Charlotte, North Carolina. Contractors who register by Friday, March 7 will be entered into a drawing for a future all-expenses-paid trip to Germany for L?gler Fly & Sand, courtesy of NWFA Expo sponsor, L?gler. The value of this trip is $5,000 and includes air fare, hotel accommodations, two days of training, sight-seeing, transportation, and meals. Register to attend the Expo by Friday, March 7 for your chance to win! https://lnkd.in/gF-8chXw

Join the NWFA and Sheoga Hardwood Flooring for a free Webinar Wednesday TODAY, March 5, at 2:00 PM CST. This presentation will review how hardwood flooring products are manufactured and the differences between high-volume flooring manufacturers vs custom wood flooring manufacturers. Register Today>> https://lnkd.in/gTmDuTvx

Unlock the next level of your wood flooring skills! ??? Join us on June 24 - 27 in Denver, Colorado for a 3-day, hands-on intermediate course where you'll dive deep into sanding, finishing, and repairs. Perfect for those with wood flooring experience looking to master equipment maintenance, floor flattening, stain application, and more! NWFA Certification testing is available on Friday, June 27. Additional fee required. Register here >> https://lnkd.in/gC_cKkEf

The hard surface marketplace is full of confusion. The NWFA Refinishable Program cuts through the clutter and identifies real wood flooring products with wood top-layers thick enough to be sanded and finished. ?? Look for the certified refinishable logo to ensure you are buying, selling, or specifying a sustainable engineered wood flooring product that has been designed to withstand the test of time, change its look, and be renewed. Learn more about the program and view the complete list of certified manufacturers: nwfa.org/manufacturing

Join the NWFA and Middle Tennessee Lumber for a free Tech Talk Tuesday TODAY, March 4, at 2:00 PM CST. There are many different styles of multi-disc sanders available today. These sanders are changing the way floors get sanded. In this webinar Wayne Lee will discuss different sanding processes, styles, and techniques that have been enhanced through using multi-disc sanders. Register here>> https://lnkd.in/g8FVRD2D

The NWFA Wood Flooring Expo isn’t just a trade show—it’s the ultimate destination for inspiration, education, and networking. Here’s what’s in store: ?? Over 30 expert speakers delivering 20+ hours of actionable education ?? Build valuable connections with hundreds of professionals, from seasoned experts to rising leaders ?? Celebrate excellence with the reveal of Hardwood Floors magazine’s “Wood Floor of the Year” winners ?? Over 225 exhibitors showcasing the latest innovations in wood flooring ?? 14 live product demonstrations featuring the newest tools and techniques. ?? Exclusive Pre-Expo Training Register Now & Save Up to $50! Take advantage of early registration to lock in the best pricing and secure your spot at this must-attend event >> https://lnkd.in/grkb-cSg