Baird Brothers’ Three-Day Sale To Include On-Site Event For All

Once-a-year sales event back in-person at Baird Brothers Fine Hardwoods

Canfield, OH: Baird Brothers Fine Hardwoods’ 12th annual Red, White & True sales event starts online Friday, Sept. 29, continues with an in-person, family-friendly celebration on Saturday, Sept. 30, and wraps up online Sunday, Oct. 1. All products are included in the once-a-year discount event.

“Red, White & True isn’t just about sales,” said Terry Baird, second-generation owner. “This is our opportunity to reconnect, share stories and express our sincere gratitude for the loyalty that’s kept our business thriving.”

In addition to the three-day sale, local and regional customers can stop out on Saturday, Sept. 30 from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for a family-friendly, onsite celebration that includes demonstrations, facility tours, activities, food and more. 

“This is our way of giving back to our customers and community,” said Steve Stack, director of new business development. “We’re grateful we can spend a weekend sharing our appreciation while opening our facilities for a peek behind the scenes. For those who can’t make it, we’ll have tours and product features posted to our social channels.” 

Baird’s social profiles can be found by searching @bairdbrothers on Facebook or #BairdBrothers on Instagram. Visitors to the website, social media profiles or the on-site event can also register for a grand prize giveaway of red oak or hickory hardwood flooring (valued at $3,000). No purchase is necessary, and individuals can simply enter their name and email address online. The winner will be announced immediately following this year’s event. 

For more information about 2023 Red, White & True, contact Baird Brothers’ sales office at 330-533-3122 or info@bairdbrothers.com.

Baird Brothers Fine Hardwoods manufactures and retails high-quality architectural hardwood products, including mouldings, handrails, stair parts, flooring, S4S lumber and more. Since 1960, Baird Brothers has based its business on quality, integrity and attentive customer service, and is proud to have the capability to complete any job, from large project coordination to logistics. Baird’s inventory allows for same-day shipping, and the company’s ability to provide custom moldings and interior doors has made them the architectural millwork provider of choice on projects from coast-to-coast.

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