From Forest to Floor: Understanding the Supply Chain of Real Wood Flooring

Presenter:
Walter Lourie and Andrew Richey

About:
Take a behind-the-scenes look at the journey of wood flooring from responsible forest management to finished product. This course connects sustainability, craftsmanship, and transparency in the supply chain.

Learning Objectives:

• Describe key steps in the production of wood flooring, from harvesting to milling and finishing.
• Understand how regional sourcing and forest practices affect quality, emissions, and ethics.
• Explain how traceability and third-party certifications ensure healthy, responsibly sourced materials.
• Recognize the role of craftsmanship and short supply chains in product consistency and durability.

This course is accredited for 2 LUs/HSWs (AIA).

Location:
Aronson’s Floor Covering
135 West 17th St New York, NY 10011
(Between 6th and 7th Avenues)

Register:
This lecture will be live in our Chelsea showroom. Lunch will be served.