Every installer knows that flooring surface material is only as good as the substrates. Ceramic tile can be placed in a number of different locations for many different uses. All types of tile need a good substrate or base on which to adhere. However, flooring installers need to know about the different types of substrates […]
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 is a 3-4-5 Triangle?
What is a 3-4-5 triangle and how can it help flooring inspectors? It’s no secret that flooring installers and contractors need to be comfortable with math in order to do a good job. Many of them have discovered some extremely useful formulas to implement to make sure they are accurate in what they are doing. […]
What Causes Air Bubbles in Sheet Vinyl Floor Seams?
What happens when a client notices that their sheet vinyl floor has tiny air bubbles in the seam sealer along the length of the seam? The cause of the bubbles and the solution require expert solutions. Sheet vinyl is one of the most versatile flooring products on the market today. Clients love it because it […]
Is it Safe to Clean Linoleum With Bleach?
Is it safe to clean linoleum with bleach? Many home owners and business owners wonder about that. Linoleum is a durable and versatile floor covering that is the choice of many residential home owners and business owners. It’s especially good for high traffic areas, because it requires little maintenance and will retain the patterns, colors […]
What Causes Splintering and Cracking in Wood?
Wood flooring brings a warmth and beauty to any room, which is why it is such a popular building material. There’s definitely an advantage to using hardwood in an office or home setting, and the range of natural colors, textures and patterns are almost endless. Wood flooring is also very durable, but like all flooring […]
New App Available for Walkway Auditors
Capital Construction Solutions (CCS), a risk management developer centering on mobile technology, has partnered with National Floor Safety Institute (NFSI) to develop a mobile application with analytics that enables companies to manage the risk of slips, trips and falls in the workplace. The National Floor Safety Institute is an organization whose mission is “to aid in the prevention of […]
Plasticizer Migration Causes What Problems in Sheet Vinyl?
Plasticizer migration out of sheet vinyl is something that is all too common in the flooring industry. The consequence of plasticizer migration is a range of floor compatibility issues and that can lead to both short-term and long-term problems. Flooring installers need to know about the causes and solutions for this probem so they can make […]
What Will Solvents Do To Vinyl Floors?
Vinyl flooring is known for being one of the most durable types on the market today, and it is finding its way into homes, schools businesses and more. Because it comes in a range of colors and patterns, it is versatile and the ease of cleaning and maintaining it makes it attractive for everyone. However, […]
What is a Lack of Core Bond?
When it comes to certain types of flooring, customers may not understand all the different jargon that installers and inspectors use. One of the sayings that may seem confusing is when someone says there is a “lack of core bond.” Before customers can understand what that phrase refers to they need to know a little […]
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