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Columbia Industrial Supplies Inc.
612 Garbally Road
Victoria, BC V8T 2K2
(250) 475-2295
Our Business Hours:
Mon-Fri: 7:30-4:30
Sat-Sun: Closed
Columbia Industrial Supplies Presents a Wood Finishing Seminar
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Wood Finishing Seminars
“Back to the Basics“
Columbia Industrial Supplies is pleased to present two seminars featuring Norm Smith of FPInnovations, Canada’s internationally renowned wood products research organization.
Norm Smith has more than 25 years of extensive experience in wood finishing and cabinet shop management. Norm has worked as a “hands-on” sprayer for 15 years in both small and large organizations. Two years ago he joined FPInnovations as their finishing specialist for Western Canada.
In these interactive sessions, Norm will cover:
• Proper sanding procedures – and why they matter.
• Stain types and their application
• How to ensure consistent finishing quality
• Common finishing problems – causes & solutions.
September 15th 2:30 -5:00 Inn on Long Lake, Nanaimo
September 16th 2:30 -5:00 Comfort Inn, Victoria
Each seminar limited to 30 people. A registration fee of $20.00 (includes HST) must be received with your reservation to hold a place. Complimentary refreshments will be available.
Call (250) 475-2295 or (800) 606-2295 to Register
Welcome to our new web site
/in GeneralWelcome to our new website! In developing this site, our goal has been to provide a resource centre for millwork finishers, hardwood flooring contractors and floor care retailers.
Here you will find brief overviews of our main products, supported by links to manufacturers’ Technical Data Sheets. We have included links to our principal suppliers including Becker Acroma, Bona Kemi, Lorchem, Basic Coatings, Klingspor and Binks/DeVilbiss. Also, you will find references for sites of general interest.
Going forward, we will continue to develop the site by providing timely news items and technical support information.
We welcome your feedback and invite you to let us know how we can help to support your finishing needs.
John Houghton
President, Columbia Industrial Supplies Inc.