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ARTICLES

Letter from the Publisher: Honoring our Past, Looking to the Future

September 20, 2019

As we look back at 25 years of flooring installation history, it’s clear to me that we have been just a small part of something bigger.

Looking Back and Looking Forward

Michael Chmielecki

September 18, 2019

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With this issue, Floor Covering Installer has officially turned 25 years old—and what a ride it’s been so far.

Cutting the Cord: Pros and Cons of Cordless Tools

Jon Namba

September 11, 2019

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From nailers to saws and even compressors, cordless tools now have the power and battery life to last several hours and it makes our job so much easier. However, we recently learned something about this next generation of portable power the hard way.

Recognizing the Women who Make this Industry Great

Michael Chmielecki

July 10, 2019

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I'll be putting together a special section on women in the installation industry next year, and I'd like to get a jump on it now.

Common Sense When Working with Other Trades

Jon Namba

June 1, 2019

As a business, we try to instill best practices by maintaining a clean worksite, and that includes cleaning up when we finish a project.

Some Great Shows for Flooring Installation Contractors

Jon Namba

May 1, 2019

Since the last time I wrote about a convention—TISE in Las Vegas—I've had the opportunity to participate at the JLC Live New England remodeling show, in Providence, R.I., and Coverings 2019 in Orlando.

Proper Dust Extraction: Good for You and Your Clients

April 18, 2019

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If you're creating dust on your jobs and not using the dust containment systems out in the marketplace that comply to OSHA's Table 1, don't you think it's about time?

Get Ready to Compete: Installation Awards Now Open

Michael Chmielecki

April 18, 2019

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I am happy to announce that the 2019 FCI Installation Awards contest is open for its sixth year.

Flooring Installation Business Models: Go Solo or Work with a Team?

Jon Namba

April 1, 2019

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Are you a one-person operation, do you have employees, or do you rely on other contractors in your business? Here’s mix of pros and cons of each type of business model.

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THE FLOORING CONTRACTOR - WINTER 2018

Take Advantage of Opportunities in Thin Brick Installation

Luke Canup

March 25, 2019

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Given the ongoing industrial or vintage design trend, we are seeing the increased integration of thin brick used as an interior finish.

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EVENTS

Industry

9/14/13

Riverbend Golf Course

Fort Wayne

Contact: Tony Buckhardt

14th Annual - George Buckhardt Memorial - Fundraiser

The 2013 Memorial Fundraiser is dedicated to all installers in need. Read More

Industry

10/16/13

University of Maryland Golf Course

College Park

Contact: Michelle Goshorn

2013 Annual Golf Outing

MDNVAFCA is excited to announce our Annual Golf Outing at the beautiful University of Maryland Golf Course. Read More

Webinar

7/28/16

Online

Two Must-Have Programs for Contractor Employees Working in Health Care Facilities

There have been many changes to regulations and increased safety concerns for floor covering contractors completing work in health care settings. Read More

Industry

3/16/17

CFS King of Prussia Showroom

King of Prussia, PA

United States

Nailer Day 2017

Nailer Day is open to all hardwood floor contractors and will be held 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the distributor’s new North American Headquarters in King of Prussia, Pa. Read More

Industry

4/29/17

The Academy of Textiles & Flooring

Anaheim, CA

United States

Southern California Regional Education Day

The one-day symposium will feature specialized business strategies, hands-on technical workshops, and keynote presentations by industry experts. Read More

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FCI: Floor Covering Installer

2019 September

FCI celebrates its 25th anniversary! In our September 2019 issue, we dig into the history of installation products from a quarter-century ago to today. Also in this issue, installers, contractors and industry experts look back at some of the most impactful moments in the last 25 years of the installation trade.

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