As a business owner seeking to be proactive. There are several questions you should ask yourself when it comes to ensuring the safety of the flooring and walkways at the workplace: Am I interested in doing everything I can to keep my employees safe from slip and fall accidents? Is the flooring at the workplace […]
The Advantages of Installing Glass Flooring
By John Dorren Glass floors are typically common in boats and large buildings. Their purpose is to provide a rider or visitor with an improved view. However, installing glass floors is a great addition to a home, as it is affordable and offers many benefits. Aesthetics Installing a glass floor in a home is a […]
Installing Tile Under a Fireplaces
Dear Rob: I am going to install a vent-free fireplace in a glass-enclosed porch. Presently, I have an unfinished floor that I would like to finish in slate. Do I need to install the slate floor first, prior to installing the fireplace, or can I have the fireplace installed first, then the floor? I plan […]
TileRIGHT MeasureRIGHT Pro 30 Review
Description The TileRIGHT MeasureRIGHT Pro 30 is a handy little tool designed to take the guesswork out of cutting complicated angles in tile and other flooring materials. Features Simplifies the process of installing ceramic tile Gives the first-time do-it-yourselfer an easy way to make precise and accurate tile measurements Works with ceramic, marble, wood, and […]
Never Install New Floors Over Rotted Subfloors
Dear Rob: We currently have carpet over an old wood subfloor that has lifted off a cement slab. The floor has been flooded four times over the years, and now the floor is starting to squeak and feels softer in some places than in others. My dad does not want to tear up the floor […]
Installing Flooring over Original Hardwood Floors
Dear Rob: I have a 100-year-old farmhouse that needs a new kitchen floor. The house is rarely occupied, so the HVAC does not usually run, allowing for moisture and temperature variations. The original tongue and groove pine is still there and in solid form, but even when new, it was not high quality, so refinishing […]
Using Tile to Beautify Your Outdoor Living Space
Dear Rob: Next summer, I would like to totally redo my backyard, including patios, walkways, and maybe an outdoor kitchen. I’ve seen some tiles I’d love to use, but I’m not sure if they are good to use outside. Can you give some pointers or ideas for using tile outdoors? -Kyle in Utah Dear Kyle: […]
Tips for Using Tile on Fireplace Surrounds and Hearths
Dear Rob: I’ve read about a lot of different ways to use tile on your site, but not much about my latest project. I’d like to use tile to give my old brick fireplace a new look. Do you have any tips before I get started? -Jeff in Ohio Dear Jeff: You can use tile […]
Different Floors for Different Lifestyles
<strong>Dear Rob: We really need to replace the carpeting in our new house, but we aren’t sure what flooring would work best for our family. Although we like the durability of tile, we also have young children and expect my elderly grandmother to move in with us within the next few years. With those needs […]
Advantages of Ceramic and Natural Stone Tile
Dear Rob: I’ve read all about different ways to use tile and hardwood on your site, and I’m still stuck trying to decide whether tile or wood is best for me. I know you’ve already written about the advantages of hardwood, so could you share some advantages of tile as well? -Jen in New Mexico […]
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