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Part 2: Emil Kapanadze with EKO Flooring joins me to discuss underlayment's for Engineered Hardwood flooring and Luxury Vinyl flooring.
Emil explains correct installation techniques from his years of experience installing all types of flooring including correct underlayment and moisture barrier applications.

Emil also gives ballpark costs for different types of flooring cost and installation.

Did you know that most engineered hardwood and luxury vinyl flooring is discontinued after just a few years? This is great information from Emil, So if your buying flooring be sure to buy an extra box or two so you are covered if you have flooring damage that needs repair.

Contact EKO Flooring for you flooring materials, installation and repairs.
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Emil Kapanadze
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https://www.ekoflooring.us/

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Emil Kapanadze with EKO Flooring joins me to discuss Engineered Hardwood flooring Vs. Luxury Vinyl flooring.
Emil explains correct installation techniques from his years of experience installing all types of flooring including correct underlayment and moisture barrier applications.

Did you know that most engineered hardwood and luxury vinyl flooring is discontinued after just a few years? This is great information from Emil, So if your buying flooring be sure to buy an extra box or two so you are covered if you have flooring damage that needs repair.

You can watch the Youtube video version of this podcast with link below:
https://youtu.be/Ej7_R3xX5Pk

Contact EKO Flooring for you flooring materials, installation and repairs.
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Emil Kapanadze
Sales: (818) 917-7736
https://www.ekoflooring.us/

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The millwork industry is undergoing significant changes. In a candid conversation between Jacob Edmond and Sam Wall, they delve deep into the industry's future, sustainability, and the challenges faced by millworkers.

Guest bio:
Sam Wall started his career in the retail and building material industry, working at Ace Hardware and later at Home Depot. He then transitioned into the display division, where he excelled as a purchasing manager. Over time, Sam developed a passion for architectural millwork and joined USA Millwork. After the dissolution of USA Millwork, Sam ventured into sales and reached out to vendors for opportunities. He eventually connected with Wilson at the IWF show and has been with them since last October.

The Shift Towards Sustainability

• Sustainable Practices in Millwork: The industry is witnessing a growing emphasis on sustainability. Whether it's through FSC specs for lead certifications or manufacturers narrating their sustainable sourcing stories, the focus is clear.
• Wilsonart's Commitment: Leading the way, Wilsonart prides itself on its sustainability efforts. With more recyclable post-consumer content than any other laminate manufacturer, they are setting the benchmark for others to follow.

The Evolution of Products in Millwork

• Real Wood vs. Laminate: The industry is getting adept at making plastic laminate resemble real wood. This shift might reduce the heavy reliance on real wood veneer in the future.
• The Role of TFL: Thermally fused laminate (TFL) products, which are essentially melamine, offer a cost-effective and efficient alternative. With companies like Wilsonart producing both laminate and TFL in matching colors, the end product remains consistent in appearance.

Supply Chain Disruptions and Their Impact

• The Post-Pandemic Era: While the industry is slowly recovering from supply chain disruptions caused by the pandemic, the pricing of building materials might remain elevated for the foreseeable future.
• The Shift to Domestic Manufacturing: Due to various laws and import taxes, there's a potential shift towards more stateside manufacturing, benefiting the local economy.

The Role of Education in Millwork

• Understanding the Process: There's a need for better education within the millwork community. From understanding how a skyscraper's design flows from the owner to the architect and eventually to the shop, the entire process needs more transparency.
• Empowering Millworkers: Millworkers should see themselves as subject matter experts. This involves not just adhering to specs but also educating clients and suggesting better alternatives when necessary.

Looking Ahead: Predictions for the Next 5-10 Years

• Product Evolution: The end products might look and function the same, but the materials and processes used could undergo significant changes.
• Sustainability at the Forefront: With a growing emphasis on eco-friendly practices, sustainable alternatives to traditional materials might

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On this episode of the What the Floor Podcast, we went international! We talked to Lauren Delee and Floris Koopmans of Unilin Technologies, straight outta Belgium, to learn everything we thought we already knew about the Unilin locking systems, the story behind how Unilin started and how they are single-handedly saving the planet by looking forward and creating solutions for the entire flooring industry.  

wat de vloer! 

https://www.unilintechnologies.com/en 

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On this episode of What the Floor we expose laminate flooring for what it really is… AWESOME! We take a deep dive into what laminate flooring is and isn’t, it’s origin story, how it’s evolved over the years and why you should take the category seriously again.

This episodes’ Walk the Plank is a battle royale – Gluedown vs Loose Lay. Michael and Holiday debate which is better and Producer Jose picks a winner. 

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On this episode of the Floor Academy Podcast, we welcome Zach Bonfilio, a successful remodeling business owner from San Antonio, TX. After starting from scratch and building his company to include five employees, Zach made the bold decision to fire them all and move to a new city to start over. In this episode, Zach shares with us his journey of building a successful business twice, his marketing strategies, and the key ingredients to his success. Tune in to learn more!

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Who's down with PPE? Every last homie! Jeremy Waldorf returns to the Floored-U-Cation Podcast to talk about a very personal story and why PPE is so important. Join us as we navigate through his story and learn why you should be using it on DIY projects and what to ask your contractor when you are hiring them.

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Fred Hueston owns Stone Forensics which is a tile and stone inspection company. When things go horribly wrong Fred is the man you want on your side. He helps us learn things we need to consider when hiring an installer and picking materials before a project even begins to help prevent him from ever needing to show up.

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Heidi Cronin is the industry liaison and promotion director for the Ceramic Tile Education Foundation. She helps us understand we want to hire a certified tile installer and what the benefits on our project would be.

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This week on Floored-U-Cation my bookkeeper Janice Nordmark joins us. She runs Bulletproof Bookkeeping in Mesa, AZ. A few years ago, Janice had a flooring installation done that went south on her. We talk our way through it and go over ways to make sure something like that doesn't happen again.

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Nate Hall (The Enchanted Floorist) and Scott Zito (Bellavoro Carpet and Luxury Flooring) join me to discuss why you may want to consider a more expensive woven carpet for your next flooring choice.

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In this episode we speak with Jason Goldberg of America's Floor Source. Jason speaks about what we need to consider if we are going to have a national flooring brand come bid our project. Listen in to find out why it may not be all it seems cracked up to be.

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This week we get to speak with Dan Churchill of D&D Flooring in Daytona Beach, Florida. Dan explains some of the little details we need to think of when we are looking at getting new flooring in our house. Can you install hardwood or vinyl plank over your tile? Find out by listening in.

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Jim Freeman of LifeProof Vinyl Planks helps us understand how to setup a basic installation and when we may need to call the phone number on the instructions for some additional help.

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Josh Crossman runs PTL Hardwood Floors in Yelm, WA. We discuss when you would want to consider putting in a hardwood floor versus a laminate or luxury vinyl plank floor.

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This week we speak with Donald Perkins of Dedicated Flooring Professionals in Torrington, Connecticut. Don talks to us about how to choose the right carpet padding and why a better padding can mean a lasting installation.

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In this episode we speak with Liz Calandrino. Liz owned and operated 7 furniture and liquidation furniture and carpet stores before becoming an inspector and finally doing some business coaching. She provides us with insights into why we need to ask more questions during the estimate process.

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This week we talk with Jeremy Waldorf with Schonox. We discuss why subfloor preparation is such an important part of installing a floor. Find out how you can have an easier time getting your floors flat.

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In this episode we speak with Scott Zito of Bel Lavoro Carpet & Luxury Flooring in Olathe, KS. We discuss how you want to pick out your carpet and what to look for when it is being installed.

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In this episode of Floored-U-Cation we have Ken Ballin of Skyro Floors join us again. Ken and I discuss finding your contractor using social media.

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