Floor Covering Installer articles from May 2002

Floor Covering Installer archives from May 2002

Engaging the enigmatic ceramic mechanic. (FCI Editorial).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Coverings 2002 is just about to start in Orlando, Fla. That and a vicious attack of assonance lifts ceramic and stone installation to the top of FCI's May issue. Later this year we'll explore cleaning and maintenance with the Adamant Laminate...

Bringing back the bubble. (You Make the Call).(carpet installation)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... For the uninitiated, the January/February installment of "You Make the Call!" explored a residential double-glue carpet installation of an expensive, imported carper in which bubbles began appearing in the traffic lanes one month after the...

Getting out of a sticky situation. (A Carpet Installer's Notebook).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Here's the situation: It's a direct-glue pull up. You've got the carpet off the floor, but the glue is still sticky and sucks the shoes right off your feet. The new floor covering has to go back down. What do you do? Well, a couple of...

Prefinished hardwood installations. (Step-By-Step).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Before starting the installation, the team was provided with some valuable information by the homeowners. The old carpet, carpet cushion and tack strip had been removed, and there was a low area in the concrete floor of the living room, near...

Amtico International. (Installation Training Clinics & Schools).
May 1, 2002... Amtico International conducts a Floor Installation Training School. Classes are limited to 14 people per session. For details call (404) 267-1900.

Ardex Technical Center. (Installation Training Clinics & Schools).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Ardex conducts a two-day training seminar on underlayment leveling and a two-day ceramic tile accessories seminar. Both classes are held at the Ardex Technical Center near Pittsburgh, PA. Classes are Free, with lodging and most meals provided....

Basic Coatings Professional Sand & Finish School. (Installation Training Clinics & Schools).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Basic Coatings Professional Sand & Finish School. The three-day Professional Sand & Finish School, sponsored by 3M, Basic Coatings and ALTO, provides the opportunity for hardwood floor professionals to become certified as mastering professional...

The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation. (Installation Training Clinics & Schools).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation is holding classes for consumers, architects, designers, salespeople and floorcovering professionals at its training lab on the Tile Council of America campus in Clemson, SC. A wide variety of classes cover...

Certified Floorcovering Installers. (Installation Training Clinics & Schools).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Certified Floorcovering Installers presents two, two-day courses: an estimating and measuring course and an installation-for-the-inspector course. The first course is designed to provide entry-level training for those interested in estimating...

Crain Cutter Co. (Installation Training Clinics & Schools).
May 1, 2002... Crain Cutter Co. conducts complete floor covering installation clinics at distributor locations. For details, contact the distributor listed in your area or Cram Cutter at (408) 946-6100.

Dependable Floor Underlayments. (Installation Training Clinics & Schools).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Dependable Floor Underlayments offers two-day training seminars on sub-floor preparation and Dependable products. Training includes classroom instruction and hands-on training with both trowelable products and self-leveling underlayments. For...

Domco provides a number of training methods. (Installation Training Clinics & Schools).
May 1, 2002... Domco provides a number of training methods to provide education on installation of all its resilient product offerings. For derails call (800) 227-4662.

DuPont-Mohawk Sponsored CFI Installation Seminars. (Installation Training Clinics & Schools).
May 1, 2002... DuPont-Mohawk Sponsored CFI Installation Seminars. DuPont and Mohawk are sponsoring CFI Certification seminars nationwide. For details call (800) 248-8582, ext. 239.

The Floor Covering Institute of Technical Services. (Installation Training Clinics & Schools).
May 1, 2002... The Floor Covering Institute of Technical Services offers three courses for inspectors. The Certified Carpet Claims Inspectors school is a six-day course with in-depth coverage of carper claims. The Resilient/Hard Surface Inspectors Class...

The Forbo Industries. (Installation Training Clinics & Schools).
May 1, 2002... The Forbo Industries' Master Mechanic School is a six-day program for the experienced installer. The program is directed toward she commercial installer who recognizes the importance of continued training and professionalism.

The Associate Mechanic Program. (Installation Training Clinics & Schools).
May 1, 2002... The Associate Mechanic Program is a two-day training program covering subfloors, testing, scribing and fitting, seaming, and other disciplines, as well as maintenance and repairs. For details call (800) 233-0475 ext. 218 or ext. 213.

HG Maintenance Systems. (Installation Training Clinics & Schools).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... HG Maintenance Systems offers one-day, hands-on seminars for natural stone restoration and maintenance, including instruction on leveling, grinding and polishing of various calcareous stone surfaces. Call (888) 615-2128 for details.

Laticrete International. (Installation Training Clinics & Schools).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Laticrete International offers several seminars designed specifically for distributors, dealers, and others directly involved in the ceramic tile and stone industry. Attendees qualify for AIA/CES Learning Units. For details call (800) 243-4788....

Lees Carper Institute. (Installation Training Clinics & Schools).
May 1, 2002... Lees Carper Institute ensures that installers gee personal training to receive Lees' highest level of certification. Students are required to have five years of experience being accepted into the program. Training adheres to CRI standards. For...

MAPEI Corporation. (Installation Training Clinics & Schools).
May 1, 2002... MAPEI Corporation offers seminars on adhesives, repairing and patching, floor leveling, double-glue carpet installation, ceramic tile installation and more. For details call (800) 42-MAPEI.

Mannington Floors. (Installation Training Clinics & Schools).
May 1, 2002... Mannington Floors offers week-long installation training courses. The Basic Residential Resilient Training Class features Mannington's residential full-spread and perimeter installed products. Also available is a Laminate/Wood Installation...

National Carpet Equipment. (Installation Training Clinics & Schools).
May 1, 2002... National Carpet Equipment conducts a variety of custom training courses to fit the students needs. Hands-on training covers all phases: rug design, carpet carving, sculpting, bas-relief, binding, hand tufting, fiber optic and more. National...

The National Laminate Training Center. (Installation Training Clinics & Schools).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The National Laminate Training Center in Dalton, Ga. Offers comprehensive three-day courses for installation mechanics, custom installation/board replacement specialists, and laminate instructors/inspection specialists. For details call (706)...

The National Tile Contractors Association. (Installation Training Clinics & Schools).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The National Tile Contractors Association offers the NTCA Workshop, a three-hour program now being conducted at various sites throughout the country. In addition, NTCA now offers Workshop Plus, a comprehensive three-day training session also...

The National Training Center. (Installation Training Clinics & Schools).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The National Training Center for Stone & Masonry Trades provides training in all aspects of the stone and tile industry, from design and installation to fabrication and restoration and maintenance. For details, call (404) 834-4800.

The National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA). (Installation Training Clinics & Schools).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) conducts two-day advanced regional training schools, three-day basic regional training schools and four-day Hardwood Professional Sales & Installation Schools. For details call (800) 422-4556.

The National Oak Flooring Manufacturers Association (NOFMA). (Installation Training Clinics & Schools).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The National Oak Flooring Manufacturers Association (NOFMA) offers a five-day NOFMA/NWFA hands-on regional/modular school and professional installation school. Courses cover installation, fillers, repairs and special tools, sanding and...

Northern Industries. (Installation Training Clinics & Schools).
May 1, 2002... Northern Industries offers a three-day seamless flooring and waterproofing installation course. Course fee of $175 includes comprehensive hands-on training and certification. For details call (401) 821-2121.

The Orcon Installation Center. (Installation Training Clinics & Schools).
May 1, 2002... The Orcon Installation Center offers training to anyone who would like to attend. A variety of courses include education and training on estimating, seam placement, specialty installations, pattern matching, and many other aspects of carpet...

The Roane Company. (Installation Training Clinics & Schools).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The Roane Company is offering monthly Formica installation clinics beginning in February. Also available: Formica installation and repair videos and manuals. For more information call (800) 273-6499 (CA, AZ and NV only) or (562) 404-3464.

Schluter Systems. (Installation Training Clinics & Schools).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Schluter Systems offers a tile installation seminar for professional installation technicians in the ceramic and stone industry. For details call (800) 472-4588.

The Scofield Institute. (Installation Training Clinics & Schools).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The Scofield Institute offers hands-on workshops combining practical demonstrations with opportunities for participants to improve their skills in cementitious overlays and decorative concrete finishing. For details, call (800) 800-9900.

Tarkett offers an installation course. (Installation Training Clinics & Schools).(Harris-Tarkett Inc.)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Tarkett offers an installation course that addresses underlayments, adhesives, moisture testing, coving, seaming and more. For information and registration call Tarkett's technical services department at (610) 266-5500.

Triangle Pacific National Training Center. (Installation Training Clinics & Schools).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Triangle Pacific National Training Center offers a four-day installation workshop designed for beginning or intermediate installers of Bruce Hardwood Floors, Premier Wood Floors, and Bruce Floors. Also available: The Hartco Installation...

The World Floor Covering Association. (Installation Training Clinics & Schools).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The World Floor Covering Association holds hands-on Regional Installation Training and Education (RITE) classes for beginners in carper, resilient, hardwood, laminate, and ceramic flooring installation at its Anaheim, Calif., headquarters. For...

Flooring specifications roundtable. (FCICA News).(Floor Covering Installation Contractors Association)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... In one of three roundtable discussions held during the FCICA Convention 2002, "Excellence in Education" in Washington, D.C., March 20-23, attendees discussed "Flooring Specifications -- How to Change What's Written." Facilitated by Paula...

Tried and true installation tips. (Best Job Practices).(floor coverings industry)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Throughout the years I have attended seminars, presentations and demonstrations showcasing various ways to simplify some of the repetitive steps involved in floor covering installation. Some of them may be old hat; others may make your...

Heat welding resilient flooring products. (Step-By-Step).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Resilient flooring -- particularly in a high-traffic commercial environment -- must withstand a variety of environmental extremes, including constant traffic, heavy static, dynamic loads, and temperature fluctuations. Resilient case...

Crack isolation: protecting your stone and ceramic floors. (From the Technical Export).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Concrete will crack. It is the nature of the product. And while proper curing and construction practices will negate the most serious offenders, it is unrealistic to expect the material to remain crack-free. Cracks occur during two phases...

Three basic steps for layout. (Treatise on Tile).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Ceramic tiles have many of the same layout requirements as other floor coverings, and it is likely that most of the tools required for it are already in an installer's tool kit. Tile industry layout requirements are relatively simple and can be...

BP forms news supply chain organization. (Industry News).(BP Amoco Fabrics and Fibers Co. introduces North American Carpet Backings)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... BP's Amoco Fabrics and Fibers Co. recently announced the formation of a new supply chain organization. Carpet Backings General Manager Rush Clark assumes a new role as director of supply chain management. John Dowdell becomes general manager,...

Aqua-Mix seals promotion extension. (Industry News).(Pro-Solv 10 Stone Sealer)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Aqua Mix has extended its "Try It or Free" promotion for Pro-Solv 10 Stone Sealer until May 31. The promotion allows customers to redeem a coupon at a participating Aqua Mix distributor for a free pint of Pro-Solv 10 Stone Sealer and a rebate...

CARE launches web site. (Industry News).(Carpet America Recovery Effort)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The Carpet America Recovery Effort announces the launch of its web site at www.carpetrecovery.com. CARE is a joint industry-government effort to develop market-based solutions for the recycling and use of post-consumer carpet. CARE was...

CTEF offers tile installation courses. (Industry News).(Ceramic Tile Education Foundation)(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) currently offers 21st Century Tile Technology Techniques and Trends, a one-day regional tile installation seminar. The course is designed to improve tile installation workmanship and reduce the risk...

Chapco acquires GE commercial flooring adhesive business. (Industry News).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Chicago Adhesives Products Co. has acquired the commercial flooring adhesive business of GE Sealants and Adhesives. The acquisition includes proprietary formulations, finished goods inventory and the AIM brand name. No buildings or...

OSI offers new adhesive. (Products, Tools & Accessories).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... OSI Sealants Inc. introduces Pro-Series SF 565 VOC Compliant Sub Floor & Construction Adhesive, the newest product in a line of low-VOC products from the company. Pro-Series SF 565 is a solvent-based sub-floor adhesive that meets low VOC...

Custom Building Products unveils porcelain mortar. (Products, Tools & Accessories).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Custom Building Products has introduced its Porcelain Mortar thin set, a line of mortars designed to create a bond with porcelain tile. The mortar can be used to install porcelain tile over concrete slabs, underlayment, concrete backerboard and...

Sawtec Grinder-Vac reduces dust. (Products, Tools & Accessories).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... The Sawtec Grinder-Vac offers virtually dust-free operation for concrete cleaning, planning and removal of tics, epoxies, urethane, paint, and other coatings, according to the company. The Grinder-Vac features a flexible polyurethane dust...

Roberts expands carpet tools line. (Products, Tools & Accessories).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Roberts Consolidated Industries Inc. has expanded its line of flooring tools with the additional of its 10-120 Professional Electric Stapler. The stapler features an ergonomic non-slip handle, a quick-release bottom-loading magazine, a hardened...

Johnsonite guards floor edges. (Products, Tools & Accessories).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Johnsonite has released its Contour Edge Transition, a flexible edge protection for carpet transitions. Available in 13 colors and three finishes, the Counter Edge Transition bends around carpet, curving to a maximum radius of 20 inches. ...

Flexco releases rubber tile, treads. (Products, Tools & Accessories).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Flexco recently released Repel Grease and Oil Resistant Rubber Tile and Treads. According to Flexco, the tile and treads are designed to resist oil and grease build-up. Repel products can be used in oil change centers, commercial kitchens,...

Duluth apparel covers the cracks. (Products, Tools & Accessories).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Duluth Trading Co. has released the Longtail T. The t-shirt is designed with three additional inches of shirt body length to ensure maximum back coverage. The 100% preshrunk cotton shirt is available in ash gray, orange or navy. For...

Driflor reduces chill. (Products Tools & Accesseries).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Driflor introduces a system designed to reduce the chill created by cold concrete floors. According to the company, Driflor is ideal for basements or rooms built over concrete slabs and can be used tinder virtually any finished floor covering....

A great start falls short without a fantastic finish. (Auqa Mix is Your Solution![TM]).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Hard surfaces such as tile and stone have become increasingly popular choices for both home and business owners worldwide. But what starts out as real pride of ownership upon installation, often turns to disappointment if the surfaces become...

Duo-Fast stapler is 'sure shot'. (Products, Tools & Accessories).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Duo-Fast has released the Sureshot Model 5424 stapler, designed for various carpet thicknesses. The Sureshot features a narrow profile nose design, a bottom-load magazine, working pressure of 60 to 100 psi and rear exhaust. The 20-guage,...

Mapei develops fast-drying technology. (Products Tools & Accessories).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Mapei has developed HCT (High-Hydrated Cement Technology), a cement formulation that sets quickly. HCT can be found in Ultratop, Ultraplan series underlayments, the company's full contact mortars like Ultra/Contact series and Grani/Rapid...

H&C expands color offerings. (Products Tools & Accessories).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... H&C Concrete Coatings has expanded the color selection of H&C Silicone Acrylic Tint Bases. Available in pastel and deep bases, the tint bases are satin-finish waterproofing sealers designed to give concrete a lasting finish. According to...

Schluter system helps protect tile floors. (Products, Tools & Accessories).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Schluter Systems has released Bekotec, a modular screed system designed to reduce internal stresses on flooring. The Bekotec system incorporates a studded polystyrene screed panel that provides heat and sound insulation. The studs are designed...

W.W. Henry creates 'green' adhesive. (Products Tools & Accessories).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... W.W. Henry has formulated GreenLine GL62 High-Performance Carpet Adhesive. According to the company, the adhesive provides the lowest level of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and odor in the industry. GL62 delivers 97% less emissions than...

Tile-Vac cuts out tile. (Products Tools & Accessories).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Sawtec's recently released Tile-Vac is a hand-held electric unit that cuts out tile, mortar and grout joints virtually dust-free, according to the company. The Tile-Vac includes a 7,000 to 10,500 rpm 12-amp electric grinder, vacuum housing, a...

Laticrete introduces Latasil sealant line. (Products Tools & Accessories).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Laticrete International Inc. introduces Latasil Silicone Sealants. Latasil PS Premium Sanitary Sealant is a bathroom and tile silicone available in 52 colors. Latasil NS Natural Stone Sealant is designed for use on marble , granite and natural...

All purpose Adhesive Co. (Products Literature Guide).
May 1, 2002... A Good Choice For Outdoor Installation is APAC 630 Outsider H APAC's introduces its 630 Outsider II All Weather Outdoor Carpet Adhesive. It is a flammable, high-strength, solvent rubber base adhesive for the permanent installation of outdoor...

Dependable chemical. (Products Literature Guide).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... DEPENDABLE [R] CUTDOWN [TM] is a one-part, roll on coating that retards liquid and moisture transmission and isolates cutback and other residues over exixting concrete, wood and other subfloors that is compatible with virtually all modern floor...

Innovatech. (Products Literature Guide).
May 1, 2002... Due to the growing trend of facility managers refusing to use propane powered machines in their occupied spaces as well as increased safety and liability concerns, Innovatech is proud to introduce the Terminator 2000-e. This unit is a battery...

Sinclair. (Products Literature Guide).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Sinclair is proud to announce the introduction of an advanced line of Planetary Grinders. "Dialogic" is available in 3 models: 530(21"), 680(27"), 820(32"). Designed for wet or dry grinding of marble, terrazzo, granite, concrete, the DiaLogic...

Powernail. (Products Literature Guide).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... Powernail Co. Inc. recently released its new line of Powernailer Replacement Parts Kits. Each kit is nailer- and task-specific. The company created 10 tune-up kits, 12 overhaul kits and four miscellaneous kits for all current Powernailers and...

Porta Nails. (Products Literature Guide).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... This pneumatic version of Porta-Nail's original Hammerhead employs the original "Preferred-Seating" system. Designed for nailing 1/2" to 33/32" tongue and groove wood flooring, it can be easily converted to a face nailer by simply changing the...

National Carpet Equipment. (Products Literature Guide).(Brief Article)
May 1, 2002... A portable serging machine suitable for carpets, rugs, mats and carpet base * Handles various carpet thickness and backings * Wraps perpendicular on edge, not at an angle * Can be used portably or stationary on an optional work...

Mapei. (Products Literature Guide).
May 1, 2002... Mapei recently introduced Ultratop, a self-leveling, abrasion-resistant cementitious topping that is poured into place and reaches compressive strengths of 6,100 PSI. The company recommends Ultratop for installations such as warehouse floors,...

VPI. (Products Literature Guide).
May 1, 2002... Thermoplastic Rubber (TPR) wall base from VPI is designed with extreme flexibility for easier installation. Available in 41 standard colors as well as custom color matching, the company says TPR wall base's durability prevents fading, curing...

Flexco. (Products Literature Guide).
May 1, 2002... Flexco has introduced Weave and Radial III, two new profiles. The Radial raised design rubber tile line includes Radial, Radial II, Square, SpexTones, Weave, and Radial III. According to the company, the rubber tiles are durable in...

Alloc. (Products Literature Guide).
May 1, 2002... Alloc Inc. has unveiled their new Alloc Home display. The display is able to hold up to sixteen different designs. It will replace the existing display and will be available in May. Alloc Home features a unique, patented joint locking system...

Tile Eze. (Products Literature Guide).
May 1, 2002... "TILE-EZE automatic grouting machine 39 lbs. of pleasure, save your hands and knees with Model R grout cleanup machine. Cleans up to 1000 sq. ft. per hour with an economical replacement sponge belt for under $12.00. You owe it to yourself...

Schluter. (Products Literature Guide).
May 1, 2002... Schluter Systems demonstrated Schluter-Ditra, underlayment for tile and stone, at Surfaces 2002 in Las Vegas. Ditra is a pressure-stable polyethylene membrane with a grid structure of square, cutback cavities and a laminated fleece underside....

James Hardie. (Products Literature Guide).
May 1, 2002... More durable than wood or glass or mesh backerboards, Hardibacker [R] tile underlayment is non-combustible, resists impacts, and is dimensionally stable. Available in 1/4-inch and 1/2-inch thick panels, it scores and snaps easily and won't...

Custom Building Products. (Products Literature Guide).
May 1, 2002... Custom Building Products has developed a new line of adhesives that includes OmniGrip Ultimate Tile Adhesive and TripleGrip Premium Tile Adhesive. The new adhesives are available in three grades: premium, professional and commercial. ...

National Hardwood. (Products Literature Guide).
May 1, 2002... National Hardwood Flooring & Moulding, in Van Nuys, California introduces its State of the Art in-house Milling Facility. Equipped with the newest, high quality equipment, assuring accuracy of 2 to 1000 resulting in the best quality in finish...