High-end floor finish production company investing $2.5 million
COLUMBIA, S.C. – Stephen Gamble Historic Floors and Finishes, a premier wood flooring manufacturer, today announced that it will be locating its new facility in Aiken County. The development is expected to bring $2.5 million of capital investment and lead to the creation of 24 new jobs.
Founded as Stephen Gamble Woodworks in 1977, Stephen Gamble Historic Floors and Finishes crafts fine finishes for some of the globe’s top designers. With work that can be found in prestigious homes around the world, the company produces a variety of antique finishes to meet any customer’s needs.
Located at 267 Moore Road in Aiken, S.C., the company plans to convert several existing structures into production space. Expected to be operational by January 2018, hiring for the new positions will begin later this year. For more information, visit www.stephengamble.com.
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“What a privilege it is to do business with such a friendly state and give opportunity to such wonderful people.” –Stephen Gamble Historic Floors and Finishes Owner Stephen Gamble
“South Carolina is full of talented people, and that’s why we know a company like Stephen Gamble Historic Floors and Finishes can succeed here. This is the beginning of what we know will be a long partnership between our state and this fantastic company.” –Gov. Henry McMaster
“South Carolina is proudly leading the manufacturing renaissance, and the addition of Stephen Gamble Historic Floors and Finishes is a testament of that. I congratulate this great company on their $2.5 million investment and am excited to watch them succeed in Aiken County for years to come.” –Secretary of Commerce Bobby Hitt
“Our manufacturers are known for producing high-quality products, and today we celebrate Stephen Gamble Historic Floors and Finishes choosing Aiken County to produce their premier products. Their repurposing of an existing facility in the eastern section of the county underscores that Aiken County is a great place to build a company’s future. We are grateful for this, and we look forward to a long partnership with them.” –Aiken County Council Chairman Ronnie Young
“We appreciate Stephen Gamble Historic Floors and Finishes’ announcement today. This demonstrates that Aiken County is a great location to make and distribute world-class products and verifies the hard work of Aiken County Council.” –Economic Development Partnership Board Chairman Gary Stooksbury
FIVE FAST FACTS
- Stephen Gamble Historic Floors and Finishes is locating new operations in Aiken County.
- $2.5 million investment to create 24 new jobs.
- Stephen Gamble Historic Floors and Finishes is a premier finisher and manufacturer of wood flooring.
- Located at 267 Moore Road in Aiken, S.C., the new facility is expected to be operational by January 2018.
- For more information on the company, visit www.stephengamble.com.