City Floor Supply (CFS) has teamed with the National Wood Floor Association (NWFA) to offer Intermediate Installation Training to flooring contractors. The flooring distributor will host the training workshop at their North American headquarters in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania from March 29–31. Seating is limited – click here to register.
The Intermediate Installation course is a three-day training workshop that covers a variety of topics and offers contractors an opportunity to gain hands-on experience at an intermediate level. Contractors will sharpen their installation skills and learn more about jobsite evaluation and preparation, installation techniques, safety, and flooring repairs. Attendees will gain an understanding of the science of wood; analyze solid and engineered flooring; practice and receive instruction for nail/glue/floating installation methods of unfinished, factory finished, solid, and engineered flooring; and learn a variety of floor repair techniques and how to incorporate simple design elements into a floor.
In order to attend the Intermediate Installation Training, floor contractors must have a minimum of one year of installation experience OR attendance at Basic Installation School, plus completion of the NWFA University Installation Safety Course.
Installation Certification Testing will also be available on Friday, April 1. To become a Certified NWFA Installer contractors must have a minimum of three-years’ experience in wood flooring installation, have completed the three-day prior Intermediate course, and be a member of NWFA in good standing. Testing requires as additional fee of $400. More information on eligibility requirements can be found on the NWFA’s website.
“We are excited to once again partner with the National Wood Floor Association to offer training at our facility. The NWFA is well known for the quality of their educational programs, and the Intermediate Installation course is no exception. This training course was designed so contractors can take their skills and career to the next level, and we are thrilled to be able to help make that happen,” says Mike Glavin, founder of City Floor Supply,
Intermediate Installation Training will be held March 29–31 at City Floor Supply located at 555 East Church Road in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Class will be held from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM each day. Lunch will be served. The registration fee is $649 for NWFA members or $749 for non-members. For more information or to register call 800-737-1786 or visit the NWFA’s website.