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How to Perform a Calcium Chloride Test

September 7, 2017 by Flooristics staff 1 Comment

Before installing new carpet, contractors need to know the levels of moisture in the subfloor. This allows them to pick out the appropriate type of material that will work best. To know what kind of moisture is present in the subfloor, contractors can perform a calcium chloride test. Moisture can cause plenty of problems in […]

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What is the ASTM Protocol When Doing a Calcium Chloride Test?

January 31, 2017 by Flooristics staff Leave a Comment

The American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) has created a list of standards for how flooring contractors must perform calcium chloride tests. This standard is designed to ensure that the most accurate results are gathered and that flooring contractors know what to do to minimize the moisture from concrete flooring. When floor covers over […]

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