There are several different types of carpet installation procedures, but the most popular is direct glue carpet installation. Installers take the carpet and glue it directly to a concrete floor with a powerful adhesive. The result is a strong and durable flooring surface that is warm and inviting. It’s ideal for both residential floors and […]
Correcting Excessive Moisture Problems Within a Concrete Substrate
A well-prepared substrate is one of the most important steps in creating beautiful and durable floors. Moisture is a flooring installer’s biggest enemy because it can wreak havoc on the flooring material above it. Moisture can cause adhesive to break down, absorption, warping and even contribute to mold and mildew. There must be every opportunity […]
How To Correct Cracks in a Concrete Sub-floor
While it is not desirable, it is not uncommon for cracks to form in a concrete sub-floor. It’s the responsibility of a flooring contractor to make sure that the cracks don’t allow excess moisture to affect the flooring and cause the crack to grow. A flooring inspector or floor repair contractor has several different options […]
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