On The Floor with Wayne and Rob
255 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★★ - 20 ratingsWhen it comes to installing hardwood flooring, there are many different options and methods to consider for the best outcome. Tune in each Wednesday as Bona Adhesives Manager, Wayne Highlander, and Bona Trainer, Rob Johnson, pick each other's brains on which products and techniques work best to create beautiful floors with a solid foundation. Whether you're a rookie contractor just learning the ropes in the hardwood flooring trade, or a 3rd-generation seasoned flooring veteran, this podcast will offer a bit of humor infused with useful and engaging information to take on the floor with you.
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Episodes
Inspectors Top Reasons for Claims and NWFA Expo Wrap Up
April 24, 2024 06:00 - 49 minutes - 45.3 MBWayne and Rob discuss the top reasons Flooring Inspectors get called for. Wayne also does a recap of the NWFA Expo show. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
Revisit: Bona QUANTUM® FLOW
April 17, 2024 06:00 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBWayne and Rob introduce Bona's latest product innovation - Bona QUANTUM® FLOW! Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
Value of Education - Installs with guest Mike Dittmer
April 10, 2024 06:00 - 36 minutes - 34 MBWayne and Rob continue their education series by hosting guest Mike Dittmer to discuss installations. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
Value of Education - Machine Maintenance with guest Careen Ricks
April 03, 2024 06:00 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MBWayne and Rob continue their education series with an episode on machine maintenance with special guest Careen Ricks, Sr. Machine Service Technician at Bona. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
What's Lurking Underneath
March 27, 2024 06:00 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MBWayne and Rob discuss the things you need to be aware of prior to using Bona Adhesives. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
The Impossible Floor to Sand
March 20, 2024 06:00 - 38 minutes - 35.4 MBWayne and Rob talk about the most difficult floors they have sanded. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
Revisit: Bona Diamond Sanding Plates with guest Robby Smith
March 13, 2024 06:00 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBWayne and Rob are joined by guest Robby Smith to discuss the new Bona Diamond Sanding Plates for the Bona Power Drive. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
Revisit: Bona Domo & Bona Traffic HD Anti-Slip
March 06, 2024 07:00 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MBWayne and Rob discuss the newest Bona waterborne finishes: Bona Domo™ and Bona Traffic HD® Anti-Slip. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
NWFA Expo discussion with Guest Brett Miller
February 28, 2024 07:00 - 38 minutes - 35.8 MBWayne and Rob host Brett Miller, Vice President Technical Standards, Education, and Certification, NWFA, to discuss the upcoming and highly anticipated 2024 National Wood Flooring Expo held April 16 - 18, New Orleans, LA. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
New! Bona Net Abrasives with guest Zack Clavin
February 21, 2024 16:18 - 41 minutes - 38.4 MBWayne and Rob host guest Zack Clavin to discuss Bona's latest innovation - Bona Net Abrasives! Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
Bona Adhesive Talk
February 14, 2024 07:00 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBWayne and Rob discuss Bona's complete Adhesive product line-up. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
How not to be a Workaholic
February 07, 2024 07:00 - 42 minutes - 39.3 MBWayne and Rob discuss the signs of being a workaholic and how to avoid them. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
Revisit: Skip Trowel Nail Glue Assist
January 31, 2024 07:00 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBWayne and Rob are in person in the Bona Studio discussing skip trowel nail glue assist. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
The Value of Education - Hands-On Learning Part 2
January 24, 2024 07:00 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MBWayne and Rob continue their discussion on the value of education with hands-on experience. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
The Value of Education - Hands-On Learning Part 1
January 17, 2024 07:00 - 49 minutes - 45.3 MBWayne and Rob have started a series on the value of education. In this episode they discuss the importance of hands-on learning. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
The Most Important Episode
January 10, 2024 07:00 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MBWayne and Rob breakdown how much you should be making an hour for the annual salary that you want. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
Bona ClearSeal 2.0 and 2024 Sand and Finish Schools
January 03, 2024 07:00 - 53 minutes - 49 MBWayne and Rob clear up some questions about Bona's latest waterborne sealer, Bona ClearSeal™ and talk about the upcoming 2024 Bona Sand and Finish Schools. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
Revisit: The Bona Recoat System
December 27, 2023 07:00 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBIn this episode of On the Floor with Wayne and Rob discuss the features and benefits of Bona Prep. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
What Does a Floor Man Really Want for Christmas?
December 20, 2023 07:00 - 29 minutes - 27.2 MBWayne and Rob discuss what they think flooring professional would want for Christmas. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
Reducing Costs and Increasing Profits
December 13, 2023 07:00 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MBWayne and Rob discuss ways to reduce costs and increase profits. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
Revisit: There's a hair in the finish!
December 06, 2023 07:00 - 44 minutes - 40.8 MBWayne and Rob discuss how to remove hair from finish. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
Bona ClearSeal™
November 29, 2023 07:00 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBWayne and Rob discuss Bona's latest sealer innovation - Bona ClearSeal™ Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
Bona QUANTUM FLOW® Update
November 22, 2023 07:00 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MBWayne and Rob discuss the status of Bona QUANTUM FLOW® along with the other Bona Adhesive products and trowels. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
Bona DCS® 50
November 15, 2023 07:00 - 36 minutes - 33.9 MBWayne and Rob discuss Bona's laterst innovation, the Bona DCS® 50! Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
Revisit: Tips and Advice Involving Contracts
November 08, 2023 07:00 - 45 minutes - 41.3 MBIn this episode of On The Floor with Wayne and Rob they discuss tips and advice involving contracts. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
Revisit: One Year Anniversary (Wives Episode)
November 01, 2023 06:00 - 42 minutes - 39 MBOn this episode of On The Floor with Wayne and Rob they celebrate the one year anniversary of the podcast with some very special guests! Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
Employee Retention with Guest Matt Garcia
October 25, 2023 06:00 - 51 minutes - 47 MBWayne and Rob host Matt Garcia with Craftsman Hardwood Flooring LLC to discuss employee retention. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
Bona® Belt UX
October 18, 2023 06:00 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBWayne and Rob discuss Bona's latest addition to the belt sanders - the Bona® Belt UX! Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
Rob Got Screwed
October 11, 2023 06:00 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MBWayne has a field day revisiting the Art of the Estimate episode and how Rob's basement project turned out. They also discuss risk assessment on jobs and the importance of factoring that into the jobs you bid. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
Revisit - Wood Floor Myths
October 04, 2023 06:00 - 53 minutes - 49.3 MBRevisit: Wayne and Rob discuss myths in the hardwood flooring industry. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
Scheduling
September 27, 2023 06:00 - 35 minutes - 32.5 MBWayne and Rob discuss one of the hardest parts of hardwood flooring jobs: scheduling. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
Laticrete Leveled Subfloors with Guest Joe Rizzo
September 20, 2023 06:00 - 46 minutes - 42.3 MBWayne and Rob host guests Joe Rizzo and Frank Coppolino to discuss the importance of leveling subfloors. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
Random Orbital Sanding
September 13, 2023 06:00 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MBWayne and Rob discuss the importance of orbital sanders in the sand and finish process. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
The Art of the Estimate
September 06, 2023 06:00 - 38 minutes - 35 MBWayne and Rob discuss their experiences with how companies do estimates and why they are so important. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
Inaugural Bona Install Class
August 30, 2023 06:00 - 38 minutes - 35.1 MBWayne and Rob discuss the first ever, Bona and Laticrete installation class. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
Being PROductive
August 23, 2023 06:00 - 38 minutes - 35.6 MBWayne and Rob take a look back on the advantages contractors have today that weren't available years ago, and how you can use them to make up time on the job. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
Revisit - The Bona Power Drive®
August 16, 2023 06:00 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MBWayne and Rob take a relook at the Bona Power Drive® Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
Revisit - Chasing Perfection
August 09, 2023 06:00 - 34 minutes - 31.5 MBWayne and Rob discuss what happens when you chase perfection. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
Revisit - Second Chances
August 02, 2023 06:00 - 42 minutes - 38.9 MBWebsite: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ nstagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
Revisit - Pet Urine on Hardwood Floors
July 26, 2023 06:00 - 42 minutes - 39 MBWayne and Rob discuss the issues surrounding pet urine on hardwood floors and what to do about it. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
Tell me you are a floor guy - Revisit
July 19, 2023 06:00 - 46 minutes - 42.8 MBRevisit: Wayne and Rob share their personal opinions about being a floor guy without using direct mentions of being a floor guy. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
Taking Care of Your Body (revisit)
July 12, 2023 06:00 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBWayne and Rob revisit the very important topic of taking care of your body when working on the job. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
It all starts with the setup
July 05, 2023 06:00 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MBWayne and Rob discuss the importance of setting up for success from your equipment to planning. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
Then and Now
June 28, 2023 06:00 - 39 minutes - 36 MBWayne and Rob talk about the hardwood flooring industry then and now. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
Vacations
June 21, 2023 06:00 - 44 minutes - 40.9 MBWayne and Rob discuss the importance of taking vacations. They also talk to several hardwood flooring contractors and have them chime in how they handle taking vacations. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
Coping with pressure
June 14, 2023 06:00 - 36 minutes - 33.5 MBWayne and Rob discuss ways that they cope with pressure. They also highlight some contractors that attended the NJ RTC Bona QUANTUM® FLOW launch, who answered how they cope with pressure. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
Moisture in Hardwood Flooring with Guest Adam Bissey
June 07, 2023 06:00 - 52 minutes - 47.9 MBWayne and Rob host Adam Bissey with Floors By The Shore to discuss moisture in hardwood flooring. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
Ramblings
May 31, 2023 06:00 - 38 minutes - 35.2 MBWayne and Rob talk about some upcoming events you do not want to miss! Stop by to see the latest Bona product innovations and enjoy music, food and meet up with Wayne and Rob in person! Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/
Transitioning from Floors to Sales
May 24, 2023 06:00 - 55 minutes - 50.6 MBWayne and Rob talk about their careers and how it moved from being a hardwood flooring contractor to a manufacturer sales rep.
Checklist for Starting a Business
May 17, 2023 06:00 - 53 minutes - 49 MBWayne and Rob discuss the strategies you need to have in place before starting a business. Follow Bona US Professional online: Website: https://www1.bona.com/en-us/professional/ Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/BonaProfessional Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonauspro/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonapro.us/