Tim Fowler

Tim Fowler has been in the floor distribution business for 17 years. Over the years he served in store management, contractor sales, retail business development and built up a sports flooring program from its inception. Tim brings those years of experience to his current role as content manager contributing helpful articles and answering some of the difficult questions customers are asking.

What does CARB Phase 2 compliance mean?

What does CARB Phase 2 compliance mean?

What’s CARB Phase II compliance and what does it have to do with your floor? In April 2007, California’s Air Resources Board, (CARB), working under the Environmental Protection Agency, instituted regulations regarding formaldehyde levels allowed in composite wood...

Winter and Wood Floors

Winter and Wood Floors

Winter in northern, mountain and central areas brings more than the freezing temperatures. As the atmosphere cools down, the air loses moisture. Cold and arid days push outdoor humidity levels into the single digits causing days or even weeks to be at 20% RH or less....

Which Wear Layer is Right for My Engineered Floor?

Which Wear Layer is Right for My Engineered Floor?

The evolution of processing trees into flooring has changed through the years. Because of technology advances and environmental concerns, we have new ways to craft beautiful, resilient, and affordable wood flooring. Traditional methods cut lumber into solid hardwood...

Help For A Hassle-Free Humidifier?

Help For A Hassle-Free Humidifier?

Troubleshooting common issues Whole-home humidifiers are designed with a variety of features.  Learning about these features will help you maintain and keep your unit operating well. Properly functioning humidifiers help to maintain ideal indoor conditions during cold...

View of Forest Sustainability

View of Forest Sustainability

Some think we talk too much about wood.  Well, they would be correct!  It is true that wood is one of our favorite natural resources.  Owning a real wood floor brings the warmth and coziness of nature into your home. As with all natural resources there comes a...

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