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Product Spotlight—Wolf® Woodlands Collection: Edge and Center Bead

Wolf’s new collection of low-maintenance, durable outdoor beadboards for porch ceilings and wainscoting has the look of real hardwood while offering the weather-resistance and durability of high-density PVC. Features and Benefit Highlights 1/2” x 6-1/8” x 18’ boards have tongue-and-groove design and hidden fastening. Does not absorb moisture. Won’t swell, rot, split, or delaminate. Requires…

Food for Thought: Solving Problems By Letting Wisdom Be Your Guide

Issues with suppliers and customers can—and do—happen. Material deliveries get delayed, or the wrong product arrives; some customers have unrealistic expectations or are uncooperative. It goes with the territory when you’re a contractor!  When things don’t go according to plan, many people have a knee-jerk reaction. They express frustration and, based on what they feel…

Product Spotlight: Promenade PVC Decking by Fiberon®

Fiberon® Promenade PVC Decking features the aesthetic appeal of handcrafted wood decking and the superior performance of premium PVC. Promenade is quickly becoming a customer and contractor favorite! Why Customers Love It High-end look with low-maintenance needs: Looks like natural wood without the upkeep. No-slip safety: Its mold- and slip-resistant surface texture makes it an…

Do you really need a business plan?

Running a small business involves a lot of moving parts, and it’s important to make sure they’re all going in the right direction. That’s where a business plan—a document that captures a business’s objectives and provides a road map for achieving them—comes in. Three Big Benefits of Having a Business Plan 1. Helps you steer…