Laminate flooring is certainly one of the more affordable options when it comes to floor coverings and it makes a strong, scuff-resistant surface for high traffic areas. Like most manufactured flooring, there are several different types that clients can choose from. One of the main differences is direct pressure laminate (DPL) and high pressure laminate […]
What Type of Wood Flooring Wears Best?
Hardwood floors have long been the standard of beauty and excellence when it comes to warm, long-lasting and classic looks for home or work. Of course hardwood flooring comes in an array of colors, plank sizes and more. Most clients are also concerned with durability when it comes to hardwood flooring and may ask a […]
Joist Spacing on Hard Surface Floors
When flooring installers have the chance to install a hard surface floor, they know that the finished product will only be as good as the sub floor. Joists are a critical part of the sub floor and are a big factor in determining how the flooring surface will be supported throughout the life of the […]
What Are The Ingredients In Linoleum?
Linoleum flooring is one of the most popular choices for high traffic areas in the house or at the workplace. It comes in a range of colors and styles. When it comes to care and maintenance, few materials can compare to it. The best part about linoleum is that it is comprised of several different […]
What is Homogeneous PVC Flooring?
With so many different flooring choices for commercial spaces, many business owners are turning to PVC flooring. This homogeneous sheet vinyl is a type of flooring that performs very well in business settings especially with high traffic areas. PVC floors are comprised of a manufactured polymer polyvinylchloride that can be made to look like metal, […]
What is Thermo Composite Direct Pressure Laminate?
Are you up to speed on thermo composite direct pressure laminate? Laminate flooring is an overwhelming favorite in the flooring industry because it is an affordable way to get high end looks like hard wood and stone. However, within the world of laminate flooring, there are several different types that consumers must be aware of. […]
Cement and Concrete: What’s the Difference?
Cement and concrete are important parts of construction. However, it’s not uncommon for people to use the terms “cement” and “concrete” interchangeably, but for those in the construction, contracting and flooring industry, there’s a big difference between them. Learning the difference between cement and concrete will definitely help ensure that everyone is speaking the same […]
Proper Side Match for Linoleum Floors
Linoleum flooring is some of the most durable and versatile on the market today. It is definitely among the most pattern-friendly flooring material with a range of colors, textures and looks. However, one of the most common installation problems with it is when seams are made visible because of a poor side match. The ability […]
What are the Steps in Rotogravure Manufacturing?
Creating beautiful flooring is accomplished in many different ways. One of the most interesting is rotogravure manufacturing, used for getting the incredible and realistic designs on linoleum and vinyl. This type of resilient flooring comes in a number of different designs from faux wood and faux tile to ceramic and stone looks. Linoleum has long […]
Removing Iodine Stains from Vinyl Floors
Having problems with iodine stains on the floor? Vinyl flooring is one of the toughest options on the market today when it comes to resisting wear and tear, scratches and stains. However, even the best vinyl flooring has a hard time resisting iodine. Iodine is one of those chemicals that seems to stain just about […]
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