American Hardwood Advisor

Steve Stack is BACK — this time coming to you from Tionesta, Pennsylvania on-set at The Outdoor Channel’s Renovation Hunters! In this episode, Steve sits with Richard Grove (@mrwallstorage), CO of Wall Control and host of Organization Conversation Podcast. Listen in as Richard and Steve discuss the three cabin renovations on Renovation Hunters, organizing woodworking tools and the similarities bet...

Steve Stack is back — coming to you directly from the set of The Outdoor Channels’ Renovation Hunters! In this episode, Steve chats with Stephanie Leigh (Uncommon Outpost), materials manager at Wall Control, as they take a break from working on the remodeled hunting cabin in Tionesta. Listen in as Steve and Stephanie discuss her background, the Renovation Hunters' three set locations, and everyone...

Welcome back to another episode of American Hardwood Advisor — recorded onsite at The Canfield Fairgrounds! In this episode, Steve Stack is joined by Tim Parks from Parks Garden Center to get ready for the 176th Canfield Fair (and another year of competitive pumpkin weigh-offs!). Watch the full video to hear Steve and Tim discuss the history of great pumpkin weigh-ins at the county fair, expanding...

Welcome to another episode of American Hardwood Advisor. Instead of broadcasting from Studio 3B, we’re coming to you live from The Canfield Fairgrounds! In this episode, Craig Myers from Myers Equipment joins Steve Stack to welcome everyone to the 176th Canfield Fair. Watch as Craig and Steve cover the history of the Canfield Fair, the yearly tradition that spans generations, the classic fair food...

We’re back with another episode of American Hardwood Advisor — this time coming from The Canfield Fairgrounds! In this episode, Steve Stack sits down with Craig Myers of Myers Equipment and Tim Parks of Parks Garden Center. Watch as Steve, Craig and Tim get ready for the 176th Canfield Fair by broadcasting live on location and discuss the legacy of the fair, the famous pumpkin growing contest and...

Steve Stack is back with another episode of American Hardwood Advisor. Today, Steve sits down with Dan Rivers from News Radio 570 WKBN. Listen in as Steve and Dan discuss serving in the war as a builder, advancements in construction, the evolution of DIYers, what sets radio apart from other media, building up the Mahoning Valley and advertising good products. Brought to you direct from Studio 3B a...

How has hardwood floor installation changed over the years? Steve Stack is back at Studio 3B with another episode of American Hardwood Advisor. In this episode, Steve sits down with Sam and Josh Vuletich from Affordable Hardwood Flooring & Refinishing. Listen in as Sam, Josh and Steve discuss the beginning of their company, installing hardwood floors for both homeowners and commercial clients,...

How can you make hardwood floors last a lifetime? Steve Stack is back with another episode of American Hardwood Advisor talking with Mike Jones, owner of Mike Jones Hardwood Flooring. Listen in as Mike and Steve discuss the creation of Mike Jones Hardwood Flooring, refinishing and staining floors, obtaining different colors with wood stains, how to clean your hardwood floors, hardwood maintenance,...

How can you keep a timeless style while meeting the design trends of today? Steve Stack is back with another episode of American Hardwood Advisor. In this episode, principal owner/buyer at Sheely’s Furniture, Jessica Smith, stops by Studio 3B. Listen in as Jessica and Steve discuss the interior design trends of 2022, bringing nature into your home, trendy color palettes of today, mixing design sty...

How do you make the customer experience as seamless as possible? Steve Stack is BACK with another episode of American Hardwood Advisor. In this episode, principal owner/buyer at Sheely’s Furniture, Jessica Smith, stops by Studio 3B. Listen in as Jessica and Steve discuss the similarities between Baird Brothers and Sheely’s. The two have a lot in common, including family beginnings and a customer s...

How do you keep customers happy for decades? Steve Stack is back with another episode of American Hardwood Advisor. In this episode, Baird Brothers’ commercial and residential sales consultant, Eric Hiner, stops by Studio 3B. Listen in as Eric and Steve discuss Eric’s history with Baird Brothers, starting on the shop floor, a variety of customer audiences, the evolution of sales technology, and bu...

How do you improve a 60-year process? Steve Stack is back with another episode of American Hardwood Advisor. In this episode, third-generation Zach Baird stops by Studio 3B. Listen in as Zack and Steve discuss improving processes, engineering custom products, keeping customers first in mind and maintaining six decades of quality products. Zach provides insight into his engineering background and h...

Where do you go if you want to buy (or sell) home improvement products? Steve Stack is back with another episode of American Hardwood Advisor. In this episode, Cathy Berthold and Rosanna Hrabnicky from Marketplace Events stop by Studio 3B. Listen in as Cathy and Rosanna discuss how both buyers and sellers can benefit from a Home and Garden Show, the many benefits of Home expos, and the transition...

Have you ever wondered how (or why) someone would start a sawmill? Steve Stack is back with another episode of American Hardwood Advisor. In this episode, Jessica Hickman Fresch, marketing and sales director at Hickman Woods, stops by Studio 3B. Listen in as Jessica and Steve discuss how Hickman Woods was founded, the winding road of younger generations joining the company, the similarities betwee...

Steve Stack is back with another episode of American Hardwood Advisor. In this episode, antique woodworking tool collector Mike Jenkins stops by Studio 3B. Listen in as Mike and Steve review Baird Brothers’ collection of vintage hand tools. Mike explains how the tools were used and how long ago they were manufactured. Brought to you direct from Studio 3B at Baird Brothers Fine Hardwoods, the Ameri...

Steve Stack is back with another episode of American Hardwood Advisor. In this episode, Amy Shields from Allegheny Hardwoods Utilization Group (AHUG) stops by Studio 3B. Listen in as Amy and Steve discuss her background working at a mill, proper forest management, the problems from even-aged forests, and educational programs. Brought to you direct from Studio 3B at Baird Brothers Fine Hardwoods, t...

Steve Stack is back with another episode of American Hardwood Advisor. In this episode, Amy Shields from Allegheny Hardwoods Utilization Group and Jessica Hickman Fresch, marketing and sales director at Hickman Woods, stop by Studio 3B. Listen in as Amy, Jessica and Steve discuss what sustainability means to them, wood as a natural renewable resource, the changes in forestry throughout the years,...

Steve Stack is back with another episode of American Hardwood Advisor. In this episode, antique woodworking tool collector Mike Jenkins stops by Studio 3B. Listen in as Mike and Steve discuss the evolution of woodworking tools, tips for starting your antique tool collection, and how to restore old tools. Brought to you direct from Studio 3B at Baird Brothers Fine Hardwoods, the American Hardwood A...

Steve Stack is back with another episode of American Hardwood Advisor. In this episode, Mike Jenkins, collector of antique woodworking tools, stops by Studio 3B. Listen in as Mike and Steve discuss Mike’s background, his introduction to vintage tools, how his antique collection grew, regional differences, and the advancement and evolution of tools. Brought to you direct from Studio 3B at Baird Bro...

Steve Stack is back with another episode of American Hardwood Advisor. In this episode, Joe and Mike DiLoreto from DiLoreto Construction stop by Studio 3B. Listen in as Joe, Mike and Steve discuss the creation of DiLoreto Construction, home build trends for 2022, and the importance of using high-quality products. Learn more about how floor plan trends have evolved through the decades and the versa...

Steve Stack is back with another episode of American Hardwood Advisor. In this episode, Steve sits down with Mark “Munch” Bishop from WTAM 1100 and Sports 1350 The Gambler to talk about radio advertising in the modern age. Listen in as Munch and Steve discuss the importance of believing in what you advertise, why businesses should utilize radio advertising, the evolution and perseverance of radio,...

Steve Stack is back with another episode of American Hardwood Advisor. In this episode, Renee Fuller, Director of Development at Second Harvest Food Bank of the Mahoning Valley, stops by Studio 3B. Listen in as Renee and Steve discuss everything Second Harvest does to fight hunger in the Valley, where to volunteer, and all the food donation possibilities. Second Harvest distributes nutritious food...

Steve Stack is back with another episode of American Hardwood Advisor. In this episode, Paul “Smiley” Struharik from Master Plan Builders stops by Studio 3B. Listen in as Paul and Steve cover the history of Master Plan Builders, 2022 home design trends, how the pandemic has affected timelines and supply chains, building homes to last, and their 30+ year partnership with Baird Brothers. Paul and St...

Steve Stack is back with another episode of American Hardwood Advisor. In this episode, Steve sits down with Mark “Munch” Bishop from WTAM 1100 and Fox Sports 1350 The Gambler to talk about how the sports code of ethics translates to the workplace. Listen in as Munch and Steve discuss how playing sports gives you a strong work ethic in your daily life. Learn how teamwork and dependability leads to...

Steve Stack is back with another episode of American Hardwood Advisor. In this episode, Doug and MaryAnn from K105’s Hometown Morning Show stop by Studio 3B. Listen in as Doug, MaryAnn, and Steve cover topics from adjusting to remote broadcasting, getting back to the studio, long lasting partnerships, and even home gardens. Doug James and MaryAnn Graff have been waking up Salem, Youngstown, Boardm...