Hardwood Floors February/March 2026

NERF PARTNERS IN EDUCATION

2025 NERF Partners in Education Sponsored Scholarship Winners Announced The NWFA Education & Research Foundation (NERF) has announced the winners of three 2025 NERF Partners in Education (PIE) Sponsored Scholarships. NWFA Partners in Education contribute to the success of the NWFA’s educational programs. NWFA Partners donate time and materials to the NWFA’s training programs and make financial contributions toward educational advancement. 3M, Delmhorst Instrument Co., and Floor & Decor specifically funded the PIE-sponsored scholarships and chose the recipients based on all who applied throughout the 2025 school year.

Each winner will receive a $500 check to further their education in the hardwood flooring industry. NERF was established to provide industry research and educate future wood flooring professionals. Through NERF, NWFA offers educational opportunities like hands-on training, NWFA University, NWFA Live Edge, and scholarships. Since 2014, NWFA has awarded scholarships totaling more than $65,000.

To learn more about scholarships the NWFA offers, visit NWFA’s scholarship page at NWFA.ORG/SCHOLARSHIPS.

Luis Rivera Cardona Flooring SPONSORED BY 3M “After attending my

Pat Goodman Goodman Custom Flooring SPONSORED BY DELMHORST INSTRUMENT CO. “NWFA training has enhanced every aspect of how I operate – improving both the technical and business sides of my work. From more precise site evaluations to clearer client communication and stronger project management, the training refined my craftsmanship and helped me build a more professional, efficient business.”

first NWFA training, I learned so much about installation, sanding, and finishing. That experience helped me see my work in a whole new way and gave me the confidence to keep improving. Every floor I work on teaches me something new, and I take pride in seeing my progress.”

Christopher DeLellis Direct Flooring SPONSORED BY FLOOR & DECOR “The hands-on training I received at the Basic Install and Sand & Finish course was invaluable. It deepened my understanding of proper techniques and best practices, which I now apply on jobsites daily. I look forward to continuing my education through future NWFA trainings and expanding my skills within the hardwood flooring industry.”

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