[jkirk]

not much happens here. theres 3 shows.. the fall ideal home show, the spring ideal home show. and the nova scotia home builders association home show.. and occasionally the “the pro show” which is geared directly to the contractor.

there use to be a woodworking show but low attendance 2 years in a row killed any profits by the dealers so most of them backed out leaving the show dead in the water for 6 or 7 years now for the local one.. the moncton show has been cancelled 2 years now

heres a tip, dont fart in a space suit

[pgc555]

Who is going to sunny Florida in April?….. I’ll be there
http://www.coverings.com/

[pgc555]

If you are in the area, stop by…..http://www.jlclive.com/

[Skillman]

I need to go to one of the JLC shows one year . Keeping saying next year I go and never do .

Always willing to learn .

[Siberian]

The JLC would be a good show to check out.

[cranbrook2]

We have a huge cottage show coming up at the end of the month in Toronto . http://shows.cottagelife.com/

[NJBuilder]

Two year old thread?

[craigg]

I have been to all these shows, but not to “Coverings” for 10 yrs.
Most of the shows include great education opportunities as well. Hope this helps:

SURFACES – this annual flooring, stone and tile show in Las Vegas, while shrinking over the years, is a good resource for many flooring related products. While it seems targeted mostly at dealers and distributors, there’s some great info for contractors too. Link: http://www.tisewest.com/Attendee/ShowInfo

IBS (International Builders Show) is put on by NAHB and is a large show – they even build houses in the parking lot! It’s terrific for builders and remodeling contractors. Many products on display, and is now integrated with The Kitchen and bath Industry show. Design and construction week happen in the same area simultaneously, so there’s much to see. Link: http://buildersshow.com/Home/

JLC Live! (multiple cities) does a great job with contractor-focused exhibits and some great live training opportunities at several locations around the country. Link: http://ne.jlclive.com/

Coverings – is a Tile and stone focused show, similar to Surfaces, but seems more focused on Retailers & distributors and is typically in the Midwest or Florida. Link: http://www.coverings.com/Content/Conference-Program/4/

Greenbuild is an interesting show focusing on many types of sustainable building products. I found it mostly focused toward architects and those involved with building control systems and energy, for example. Link: http://greenbuildexpo.com/

PCBC is sponsored by the California BIA and is targeted at builders & architects primarily, although there’s plenty for all contractors to see. As a smaller show that alternates between San Francisco & San Diego (2015) there are some cool exhibits. Link: http://www.pcbc.com/about-pcbc

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[Skillman]

Thanks for the info and links @craigg

Always willing to learn .

[pgc555]

Nice list Craig. Thanks for taking the time…
Have we talked before about floor heat?

[roninohio]

Do they ever have any shows in Ohio? I would love to go to a woodworking show. I like to see all the new tools that come out.
It would defiantly be nice to meet up with other people from Be The Pro.

[Siberian]

What area of Ohio are you in?

[pgc555]

WOW! it’s been QUITE a while since I have been here posting ANYTHING…. I wanted to update one trade show going on out in LV in Jan. This is one of the “big three” shows and events for TILE guys – https://tisewest.com/Attendee/ShowInfo

[kurt@welkerhomes.com]

The International Builders Show starts Tuesday 1/10 in Orlando.

[Skillman]

There is a woodworking show this weekend in Baltimore . Tried to make it there but to much snow today to make the drive .

Always willing to learn .

[PI_Woodworker]

Here is the 2017 Schedule of the Woodworking Shows:

Baltimore
1/6–1/8

New England
1/13–1/15

Kansas City
1/20–1/22

Columbus
1/27–1/29

Indianapolis
2/3–2/5

St. Louis
2/10–2/12

Somerset
2/17–2/19

Detroit
3/3–3/5

Milwaukee
3/10–3/12

Tampa
3/17–3/19

Chantilly
3/24–3/26

Atlanta
3/31–4/2

For more info: http://www.thewoodworkingshows.com

[ChadM]

PI_Woodworker wrote:

Here is the 2017 Schedule of the Woodworking Shows:

Baltimore
1/6–1/8

New England
1/13–1/15

Kansas City
1/20–1/22

Columbus
1/27–1/29

Indianapolis
2/3–2/5

St. Louis
2/10–2/12

Somerset
2/17–2/19

Detroit
3/3–3/5

Milwaukee
3/10–3/12

Tampa
3/17–3/19

Chantilly
3/24–3/26

Atlanta
3/31–4/2

For more info: http://www.thewoodworkingshows.com

I may look into the show in Columbus…it’s only two and a half hours away. There looks to be a lot of good seminars scheduled.

Chad

A Working Pro since 1993

Member since 12/07/2013

[theamcguy]

PI_Woodworker wrote:

Here is the 2017 Schedule of the Woodworking Shows:

Thank you for the schedule, nothing near me though. Not unusual.

Automotive Pro
Fayetteville, NC

[Rob]

I’ll be speaking at the International Building Show on Tuesday “Fast Path to Maximum Profit” I would really like to meet any of you in person. Stop by or call if you are going to be there.
205-283-1955 Rob

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