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A natural touch. NWFA’s efforts to prevent use of illegally sourced wood may go a long way toward saving the world’s rainforests and unique, tucked-
away dwellings like this one.

Under NWFA, working with wood has proven good as gold
ROLE MODELS BY JEREMY WALDORF, OWNER/INSTALLER, LEGACY FLOORS, HOWELL, MICH.

EING A MEMBER of the National Wood Flooring Association
(NWFA) means that I am not only independently certified as a
craftsman in my trade, but also that I have unlimited resources
B whenever I need them.
The most powerful resource for me is the community. There are so many
professionals involved with the NWFA who are always willing to share their
passion for the trade and teach others how to be better at what they do.
I’ve seen so many members in the NWFA go above and beyond the call
of duty to help students achieve their goals and take their trade to the next
level. It’s so inspiring to see the industry’s finest be so generous with their
knowledge. You can’t put a price tag on that. CREDIT: NWFA
The NWFA has greatly impacted my business, especially through my
education. Whether it’s through other craftsmen in the trade, hands-on Badges of quality. Training received by Legacy Floors owner and
schools, or online courses through NWFA University, I’m always growing installer Jeremy Waldorf has led to his gaining jobs based simply on the
my skillset and learning new things. Recently, a client called me from NWFA badges that he’s earned.
Northern Ohio (I live in Michigan) and asked me about my NWFA badges. This was a huge accomplishment, personally and professionally. Having these
She recognized the value and significance of my continued education and qualifications will allow me to do so much more with my business.
readily hired me for the job. Working in the hardwood industry has given me a great sense of
I’ve had many accomplishments in my career since joining NWFA, but I accomplishment. It has been an honest and respectable way to make a
recently completed my Inspector Certification in the same year that I received good living for myself and my family. It’s unique to be able to earn a living
my Installation Certification, and completed all levels of hands-on training. using my craft as an art; it is very satisfying.

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