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A 4-day introductory level hands-on training course for anyone who is new to the wood flooring industry. Provides a broad overview of the wood flooring industry by combining the Basic Install with the Basic Sand & Finish courses. The curriculum includes a history of wood floors, understanding wood, an intro to wood flooring tools and equipment along with their uses, installation of unfinished and factory finished solid & engineered flooring, nail, glue, and floating installation methods. Fundamentals of sanding & finishing wood flooring, practice with application of stains, sealers, and finishes, and gives the attendee the opportunity to participate in the entire wood flooring process from installation to finishing. Upon registration, you will receive a link to the NWFA University Safety Course which must be completed prior to attendance.
Contact: Joy Silinsky
Email: Joy.silinsky@nwfa.org
Phone: 636-736-5234
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