Hardwood Flooring February March 2018

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CONTRACTOR CORNER

• Pallmann recently announced its 2018 training schedule. Seven classes will be held during 2018 at their new training facility in Aurora, Colorado. Visit pallmann.us. • Bona US has released its 2018 training schedule for the Bona Sand and Finish Training School. This four-day training is ideal for hardwood flooring contractors, distributors, retailers, and inspectors. Visit bona.com. • Bostik Inc. has created an incentive program specifically tailored for installation professionals. Bostik Pro Rewards™ offers contractors the opportunity to earn reward points that ultimately may be redeemed for thousands of brand-name items, travel rewards, and much more.

Hardwood at HOME By Megan Lhamon

In business, having a niche or something that sets you apart is the key to success. It provides customers with something they

can’t find elsewhere. For Peggy and Dennis Sharbono, owners of Soft Touch Designs in Billings, Montana, one thing that sets them apart from other contractors is that they have a showroom. Previously set up in a rented building, Peggy and Dennis decided to build a brand-new showroomwhen their lease was up, so they purchased a 6,000+ square foot farmhouse and got their creative ideas flowing. They knew they wanted it to be unique and provide their customers with the best experience. After 25 years in the flooring business, they’ve worked with a lot of customers and have an excellent understanding of what homeowners are looking for in their homes. The showroomwas designed to mirror a home so that customers can envision what different flooring options would look like in their own homes. Complete with living spaces, a kitchen, and even a theater room, the showroom does just that.

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