Are you looking to get more involved in the National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA)? Would you like to brush up your skills via an online class or in-person training? Below is a snapshot of some of the opportunities available from the NWFA in July 2025.
- July 1: NWFA Membership Renewals. It is time to renew NWFA membership! Renewal should be completed by July 1 to maintain access to all of the valuable resources the NWFA has to offer. Renew today.
- July 2: Webinar Wednesday – Gundlach Tools: Adhesive Removal and Concrete Prep. This presentation will offer various ways to remove adhesives and grind/prep the concrete for installation while maintaining a dustless environment. Register now.
- July 9: Webinar Wednesday – PALLMANN: Prepping for Success: Proven Systems to Prevent Adhesive Failures. Join us to learn how to prevent adhesive failures with proper floor prep and priming. This webinar will cover the benefits of a primer/adhesive systems, when to use MVR/adhesive systems, and when moisture-tolerant adhesives can be used on their own. Register now.
- July 16: Wood Floor Sales + Certification Testing | Intermountain Wood Flooring – Milwaukie, OR. A one-day course providing instruction about different types of wood and their technical attributes as flooring products, how to sell real wood against “wood-look” floor coverings, and the benefits of real wood flooring. Also includes minimizing claims and call-backs, guiding the customer to the right species and floor type for their lifestyle, understanding appropriate installation methods and finishes for each project, and developing stronger customer relationships and loyalty throughout the selling process. Read more.
- July 16: Wood Floor Sales + Certification Testing | Unique Wood Floors – Bloomington, MN. A one-day course providing instruction about different types of wood and their technical attributes as flooring products, how to sell real wood against “wood-look” floor coverings, and the benefits of real wood flooring. Also includes minimizing claims and call-backs, guiding the customer to the right species and floor type for their lifestyle, understanding appropriate installation methods and finishes for each project, and developing stronger customer relationships and loyalty throughout the selling process. Read more.
- July 17: Moisture Testing | Unique Wood Floors – Bloomington, MN. A one-day in-person course providing an in-depth view of moisture meters, moisture testing tools, and ASTM testing methods. Includes how to use different tools, assessing moisture content, dealing with wood and substrate materials, and claims. Also includes opportunities to work with subject matter experts who will help you prepare and assess substrates prior to installation. Read more.
- July 17: Moisture Testing | Intermountain Wood Flooring – Milwaukie, OR. A one-day in-person course providing an in-depth view of moisture meters, moisture testing tools, and ASTM testing methods. Includes how to use different tools, assessing moisture content, dealing with wood and substrate materials, and claims. Also includes opportunities to work with subject matter experts who will help you prepare and assess substrates prior to installation. Read more.
- July 18: Introduction to Inspections | Intermountain Wood Flooring – Milwaukie, OR. A one-day in-person course that includes properly identifying an issue, its potential causes and cures, and dealing with disgruntled customers. Includes different testing methods and resources to determine the causes of the claim, working with inspectors, and understanding the inspection process. Read more.
- July 18: Nail-Down Installation | Unique Wood Floors – Bloomington, MN. A one-day in-person course providing an introduction to nail-down installation process. Includes jobsite evaluation, acclimation, and subfloor preparation. Attendees will get hands-on experience using the tools needed for the job, laying out working lines, fastener schedules, expansion space and the steps for a successful nail-down installation. Read more.
- July 25: NWFA and Hardwood Floors magazine’s 2026 Industry Outlook Survey Deadline. The 2026 Industry Outlook will be published in the October/November issue of NWFA’s Hardwood Floors Participate in our annual benchmarking survey and tell us what you have seen, what you are currently seeing, and what you expect to see in your market. Your input will make this report useful for all NWFA members. Take the survey.
Not an NWFA member? Join today to connect with other wood flooring professionals from around the world, and receive access to technical standards, education, and networking opportunities.