by ssbhayani | Nov 1, 2023 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Columns, Industry News, National Hardwood Magazine
Textured wood floors have been popular for several decades, and with good reason. Texturing wood achieves an aged look that often helps to hide minor scratches and dents. In some areas of the country, making wood floors look old is a lucrative skill to offer... by ssbhayani | Oct 1, 2023 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Columns, Industry News, National Hardwood Magazine
I have 7 kids ages: 23, 21, 20, 14, 12, 7, and 5 – three girls and four boys. They are so different. My oldest daughter is tall, skinny, blonde, average intelligence, above average work ethic, no musical ability, eats everything, and slow to get a joke. Her sister,... by ssbhayani | Oct 1, 2023 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Columns, Industry News, National Hardwood Magazine
Your strength and expertise is concentrated in the wood and forest products industry, but even so, you’re constantly communicating with one or more of your audiences. Customers, partners, current and potential employees, the community at large and the next generation... by ssbhayani | Oct 1, 2023 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Columns, Industry News, National Hardwood Magazine
A law you’ve never heard of, but need to pay attention to The Hardwood Federation would like to highlight a little-known reporting requirement that will be imposed on small and medium-sized businesses at the beginning of next year. The requirement results from... by ssbhayani | Sep 1, 2023 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Columns, Industry News, National Hardwood Magazine
I got some much-needed family vacation this summer and visited my family resort near Vanderhoof, British Columbia. The highlight of the trip was watching my 4- and 6-year-old sons reeling in rainbow trout entirely on their own. The low light, pun intended, was looking... by ssbhayani | Sep 1, 2023 | #softwoodlumberbuyer, Columns, Industry News, National Hardwood Magazine
As you read this, the WCMA will be ramping up for our 2023 Fall Conference and Plant Tour Event, September 11-13, in conjunction with WMMA. I know as owners and managers of manufacturing facilities, it is sometimes hard to take the time for your own growth and...