NALFA Offering Advanced Laminate Installer Class

Washington, DC, Jan. 30, 2012 -- The North American Laminate Flooring Association (NALFA) is introducing a new course to its educational curriculum with the debut of a one-day Advanced Laminate Installer Certification class.
 
The schedule for 2012 is:
 
March 6 – Salem, N.J.
May 8 – Dallas, Texas
July 10 – City of Industry, Calif.
September 11 – Calhoun, Ga.
November 6 - Phoenix, Ariz.
 
The course will include a four­-hour hands-on installation, which will serve as a test for certification. The installation will include installing with obstacles, molding, stairs, testing for flatness and moisture, and plank replacement.
 
Presentations will address the definition of laminate flooring, a review of samples and locking mechanisms, preparing for installation, job site evaluation, installation of floating floors, water management, grade levels, wood and concrete subfloor requirements, sound considerations, safety requirements, and a glueless plank demonstration.
 
The class fee is $350. To register or for more information, contact Teiya Eubanks at (423) 316-1566 or teubanks@kmtcreative.com.