Keeping Up With 2022 Interior Design Trends

Hardwood flooring interior design trend for 2022.

Interior design trends change all the time. What’s hot now might be out next year. But, one element has a place in every era’s design trend: natural wood. 

Natural materials like wood always find their place in home designs. They have a classic, timeless look that fits with any home decor change. In fact, biophilic designs have become increasingly popular with homeowners over the course of the past several years, combining natural materials with modern design. 

Putting natural wood flooring throughout your mid-century modern home is an example of an easy way to achieve this biophilic effect. Let’s take a look at some of 2022’s interior design trends that (we think) stand out from the rest! Read more

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The Baird Sales Team’s Role in Managing Customer Relationships

Eric Hiner discusses managing customer relationships in a recent AHA episode.

Customer success is your business’ success! You already know this, but it bears repeating: customers are the lifeline of your business. Without them, you wouldn’t exist. The key to a successful business is strong customer relationships — and it starts with the sales team. 

A bad customer service experience is bad for business, but when service is great, existing customers keep coming back (and make referrals to friends on your behalf). That’s why managing customer relationships should be the number one goal for any sales team. Read more

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Improving Manufacturing Processes While Respecting the Past: A Conversation With Zach Baird

Zach Baird talking about improving manufacturing processes at Baird Brothers.

Note: this is a transcript from our recent AHA interview. If you would like to watch the full video, check out our content studio page. This interview is also available as a podcast episode – find it here.

Steve Stack:

Brought to you direct from Studio 3B at Baird Brothers Fine Hardwoods, American Hardwood Advisor is your source for trends, tips, and insights into how the building industry has evolved. 

Join me, Steve Stack, along with guest builders and industry leaders, as we talk shop and go in-depth on what it takes to be the best of the best. 

Dive into topics like architecture, industry trends, project plans, historical tools, tricks of the trade, and life lessons from more than six decades of experience in the hardwood lumber business.

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7 Simple Rustic Cabin Decor Ideas (Great for Hunting Cabins & Lake Houses, Too!)

Hunting cabin decor.

Hunting cabins are the perfect place to rest, relax and enjoy time with loved ones in between bonfires, fishing and hunting. When decorating a rustic cabin, there are many ways to style the interior, whether you like simple and minimal, traditional rustic or a modern farmhouse vibe. 

Here are seven simple rustic hunting cabin decor ideas that are guaranteed to transform any hunting cabin, lodge or lake house into a cozy space year-round.

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What to Expect at Home & Garden Shows: A Conversation With Marketplace Events

Marketplace Events talking about Home & Garden Shows 2022.

Note: this is a transcript from our recent AHA interview. If you would like to watch the full video, check out our content studio page. This interview is also available as a podcast episode – find it here.

Steve Stack:

Brought to you direct from Studio 3B at Baird Brothers Fine Hardwoods, American Hardwood Advisor is your source for trends, tips, and insights into how the building industry has evolved. 

Join me, Steve Stack, along with guest builders and industry leaders, as we talk shop and go in-depth on what it takes to be the best of the best. 

Dive into topics like architecture, industry trends, project plans, historical tools, tricks of the trade, and life lessons from more than six decades of experience in the hardwood lumber business.
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Reviewing Antique Woodworking Tools: A Conversation With Vintage Tool Collector Mike Jenkins

Mike Jenkins discussing different antique woodworking tools.

Note: this is a transcript from our recent AHA interview. If you would like to watch the full video, check out our content studio page. This interview is also available as a podcast episode – find it here.

Steve Stack:

Brought to you direct from Studio 3B at Baird Brothers Fine Hardwoods, American Hardwood Advisor is your source for trends, tips, and insights into how the building industry has evolved. 

Join me, Steve Stack, along with guest builders and industry leaders, as we talk shop and go in-depth on what it takes to be the best of the best. 

Dive into topics like architecture, industry trends, project plans, historical tools, tricks of the trade, and life lessons from more than six decades of experience in the hardwood lumber business.

Read more

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