Floor Covering Installer articles from November 2004

Floor Covering Installer archives from November 2004

The right tool for every job.(EDITORIAL)
November 1, 2004... When it comes to tools, many installers follow the philosophy that if it isn't broken, why fix it? Perhaps this is because of the comfort zone offered by tried and true tools, perhaps it is simply an unconscious desire to save money. Whatever...

Pick & choose and hope you don't lose.(YOU MAKE THE CALL)
November 1, 2004... Choices; it's good to have them. There are times I wish I had more of them. There are also times I wish I did not have so many of them. Color choices are always best left to the lady of the house or the end user. Every time we go to a job site...

Understanding the causes of adhesive failures.(BEST JOB PRACTICES)
November 1, 2004... Good results on actual jobs flow from the combination of the right product with the floor covering installer's use of good practices and proper provisions for job conditions, especially if they are unusual. This combination can vary widely from...

Extro! Extro! Read all about it!(Spotlight)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2004... Coming Soon! Sinclair Equipment Company is excited to introduce the new Extro Stripper. Now, a new patent application has been made for the "Pull-Back-System" that automatically cuts out the drive motor of a Stripper as soon as the handle is...

APAC's building bonds for life.(Spotlight)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2004... Over the past 10-15 years, the floor covering industry, the A & D community and customers alike have become more concerned about the environmental issues than ever before. No doubt, "green" has become the performance of choice in our market. As...

Get tile installation jobs done right the first time with Hardibacker[TM] board.(Spotlight)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2004... In recent years, remodeling has undeniably become a focus of homeowners, who are spending increasing amounts of disposable income on home improvements. According to the Joint Center for Housing Studies of Harvard University, the 2001 U.S....

LENOX[R] Gold[TM] utility blades offer longer life, shatter resistance for flooring professionals.(Spotlight)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2004... The most important part of a utility knife is the blade. After all, it's the active part of the tool--the part that does the cutting. Yet many manufacturers of utility knives ignore the blade and instead focus exclusively on the knife, striving...

Midwest Padding LLC announces name change to MP Global Products LLC.(Spotlight)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2004... Effective immediately, Midwest Padding, L.L.C., located in Norfolk, Nebraska, is changing their name to MP Global Products. This move is a result of the diversification of their many quality products aside from the acoustical, insulating and...

New, fast-approaching EPA regulations sealing fate for high VOC level products.(Spotlight)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2004... New air quality regulations for Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC) levels are poised to go into effect around the country, some beginning in January 2005 in many U.S. states, including Delaware, District of Columbia, Maryland, New Jersey, New...

W.W. Henry introduces revolutionary new wood adhesive.(Spotlight)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2004... The W.W. Henry Company announces the introduction of HENRY SureLock[TM] 1171 Wood Flooring Adhesive--specifically formulated for installing engineered wood and parquet floors. HENRY 1171 adhesive is the only adhesive of its kind that delivers...

About P & AT LMCI.(Spotlight)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2004... The LMCI is a Taft-Hartley Fund representing 140,000 members of the IUPAT and 10,000 employers signatory to collective bargaining agreements with the IUPAT. LMCI PROGRAMS EDUCATION The LMCI sponsors continuing education programs...

When better tapes are needed, we will make them.(Spotlight)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2004... Seam Master Industries is the oldest manufacturer of hot melt carpet seaming tape in the world. Our state of the art equipment has been producing a complete line of quality tapes for over 35 years. Our tapes are sold in all 50 states and around...

Tiling made faster, easier and more accurate with the C.H. Hanson aSquare[TM] folding square.(Spotlight)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2004... The quality of tiling installation depends on craftsmanship. The highest quality of tile does not make up for poor installation and does not prevent a job from being out of square. A poorly installed job affects reputation, ability to price...

Roberts Harmony[R] Underlayment: the foundation of a healthy floor.(Spotlight)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2004... When it comes to installing laminate and engineered wood flooring, choosing the proper underlayment will mean the difference between a satisfied customer and a callback. Roberts Harmony[R] Underlayment represents the latest generation of...

Terra cotta and ceramic tile help bring old Hollywood elegance back to the Sunset Strip.(Spotlight)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2004... Down a quiet sidestreet, just off the fabled Sunset Strip, there is an apartment complex that appears, at first and even second glance, to be a perfectly maintained vestige from Hollywood's early days. Though its white stucco walls glimmer and...

ORCON's new utility vehicle--more like a hot-rod!(Spotlight)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2004... The new ORCON Tool Box with Wheels is out and in a big way. FIANA 2004 saw the launch of ORCON's newest member to their carpet installation tool line. This new tool box has more value than any other in the industry by including non-marring...

More than just a standard(s) 'how-to'.(Spotlight)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2004... In a continuing effort to be of service to the installer community that has been so faithful to the ORCON name, they have introduced a 'how-to' residential installation modular series. This series is more an outline for installers, based on...

Quality wood finishes, outstanding technical service.(Spotlight)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2004... Where do you go for the world's most complete line of proven, high-quality finishes for all kinds of wood floors? Basic. Since 1985, we've developed easy solutions that professionals turn to for beauty, durability and affordability. ...

Schluter[R]-DITRA will forever change the way you lay tile.(Spotlight)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2004... Ceramic and stone tiles represent the ideal surface covering, however, an underlayment that performs multiple functions is required in order to protect the integrity of the tile assembly. Schluter[R]-DITRA is specifically designed to allow the...

Innovation to improve carpet performance.(Spotlight)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2004... SI Flooring Systems is one of the world's largest producers of carpet foundation/backing fabrics. By focusing on solving customer issues, SI has successfully developed innovative products like SoftBac[R] Platinum, Patternlok[R] commercial...

PNI hammerheads-one tool does it all.(Spotlight)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2004... Porta-Nails, Inc. (PNI) offers a full line of nailers that are built to last with the highest quality components available. If you want the finest tongue and groove floor nailer around, The Original Porta-Nailer Hammerhead, featuring "Preferred...

The many ways to edge finish.(Spotlight)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2004... Compared to the old fashioned way of hand stapling binding, there are now many ways to finish the edge. Binding machines are available for many types of applications. The most important factor when deciding on a machine is the application....

What lies beneath a tile floor can make or break its future.(Spotlight)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2004... Substrate movement is the leading cause for tile and finished floor failures. NAC Products quickly gained its reputation as an industry leader by developing an effective solution to this problem. Introduced over twenty years ago, ECB was the...

We know heatwelding.(Spotlight)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2004... When comparing our tools with other competitive products, you'll notice the difference with Turbo Heatwelding Tools. Ours are sleek, sturdy, and comfortable. When you use these tools the real fun begins. There speed, agility and responsivness...

Why attend Coverings 2005?(Spotlight)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2004... Sales of hardsurfaces have been averaging 10% year-to-year increases since 1995. Comparatively, carpet has grown only 2.5% annually during this same period. When sales of tile and stone are combined with sales of hardwood flooring, these...

MAPEI provides problem-solving solutions for floor-covering installers.(Spotlight)(Advertisement)
November 1, 2004... At MAPEI, we believe our customers deserve problem-solving solutions for flooring installation systems and more. When high moisture vapor emission rates put your job on hold, Planiseal[TM] MRB can get you going again. Planiseal MRB features a...

Does it really work?(TILE TALK)
November 1, 2004... Truth be known, I was actually supposed to write about another subject this month but when I found out this month's theme, I begged the editor to let me change the topic. Some may call me a tool freak; I prefer to think of myself as an...

Ramping to a Higher Edge revisited.(A CARPET INSTALLER'S NOTEBOOK)
November 1, 2004... A few years ago, I wrote an article about "Ramping to a Higher Edge." The material I suggested using to make the transition were #3 undercourse cedar shingles (Photo 1). These shingles are available at most lumberyards for less than $15, and...

Does your installation measure up? The importance of using a proper trowel.
November 1, 2004... It seems such a simple thing--that piece of metal with a handle that we use to glue flooring down. But the adhesive trowel may be the most misused tool in the floor covering industry. Too much or not enough adhesive can ruin any adhered floor...

Vapor retarders and wood flooring.(NOFMA TIP SHEET)
November 1, 2004... A vapor retarder for a wood flooring system is a material that inhibits the flow of moisture. The rate of moisture transmission through a material is measured in "perms." Lower perm numbers show greater resistance to moisture transmission. A...

Flana celebrates its 10th anniversary in New Orleans.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
November 1, 2004... The Floor Installation Association of North America (FIANA) recently celebrated its 10th anniversary at its annual convention and trade show, held Oct. 13-16 in New Orleans at the Hyatt Regency Hotel. More than 500 industry professionals...

MD-NOVA FCA raises money for charity.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
November 1, 2004... Due to a successful golf outing by the Maryland and Northern Virginia Floor Covering Association (MD-NOVA FCA), $7,500 was raised for the Believe in Tomorrow Foundation. In the past three years, MD-NOVA FCA has raised more than $22,000 for the...

Q.E.P. acquires French flooring and specialty tools manufacturer.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
November 1, 2004... Q.E.P. Co. has entered into an agreement to acquire all of the shares of P.R.C.I. SA (PRCI), a French manufacturer and distributor of flooring and specialty tools to wholesale and retail markets. Last year, PRCI had sales of approximately $3.2...

INSTALL announces Forbo partnership, new members.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
November 1, 2004... Technical and education representatives from Forbo Linoleum are working with INSTALL instructors to implement a training partnership focusing on Forbo's Associate Mechanic certification program. With this partnership, INSTALL will be able to...

Milliken provides carpet at Galatsi Olympic Hall.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
November 1, 2004... Milliken Carpet made the 2,500 square yards of carpet seen in Galatsi Olympic Hall. It was designed, manufactured, packaged and shipped to the time-strapped venue in 10 days, according to Milliken. Milliken, one of the crafters of the "Made...

Artistic Finishes reveals details of plant expansion.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
November 1, 2004... Artistic Finishes Inc. has revealed details of a proposed plant expansion and recent capital equipment investments including a state-of-the-art molding facility and improvements to the existing production line. A building adjacent to the...

MAPEI launches Spanish-language web site.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
November 1, 2004... MAPEI has launched a Spanish-language version of its MAPEI Americas website. The site allows Spanish-speaking customers to review technical data sheets, calculate the amount of grout they will need for a tile installation, look up project...

Columbia Flooring announces two new appointments.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
November 1, 2004... Columbia Flooring has appointed Donnie Bower as business unit manager for hardwood flooring products and Kevin Goins as the company's new product development manager. Bower's responsibilities include helping to develop new programs and...

Flexco adds three new distributors.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
November 1, 2004... Flexco has added Boone Distributors Inc., L. Bornstein and Superior Products Inc., as its newest distributors. Boone Distributors, located in Lakeland, Fla., has been appointed to market Flexco's products throughout Florida. L. Bornstein,...

EZ Pro Injector new from Hardwood Industry.(PRODUCTS, TOOLS & ACCESSORIES)
November 1, 2004... Hardwood Industry presents the EZ Pro Injector, a heavy-duty injection system designed for hardwood flooring. Glue is formulated to penetrate a 1/16-inch drilled hole, which fills the hollow and eliminates detection, according to the company....

Behr CLAWS carpet stretching tool available.(PRODUCTS, TOOLS & ACCESSORIES)
November 1, 2004... Behr CLAWS (Carpet Layers Advanced Wall Stretcher) is a new carpet stretching tool for use with any power stretcher head, enabling precise stretching of carpet of concrete or wood without the need for poles, according to Behr Innovations. The...

Innovatech unveils its Terminator 2000-ei.(PRODUCTS, TOOLS & ACCESSORIES)
November 1, 2004... The new Terminator 2000-ei from Innovatech Products features on-the-job service life of up to eight hours between battery recharges, and an interchangeable batter pack to provide up to eight hours additional run time. Circle 359 on the Reader...

Roberts releases MultiBond Repositionable Double Faced Tape.(PRODUCTS, TOOLS & ACCESSORIES)
November 1, 2004... Roberts introduces the new MulitBond Repositionable Double Faced Tape, engineered to provide a superior bond even on rough or uneven surfaces. This specially formulated tape can be used on flooring, baseboards, hardwood, cove base, quarter...

Oneida Vac Systems introduces Floor Dust Containment System.(PRODUCTS, TOOLS & ACCESSORIES)
November 1, 2004... Oneida Vac Systems' compact and portable 110V, 99.9 percent filtered Floor Dust Containment System easily attaches to your machine, the company says. The system uses up to 100 feet of hose, and operates as a sander and edger simultaneously. All...

HighPro unveils its AS-4090 pneumatic stapler.(PRODUCTS, TOOLS & ACCESSORIES)
November 1, 2004... HighPro introduces the Model AS-4090 pneumatic, tongue-and-groove stapler, designed to staple down 5/16- to 5/8-inch thick engineered and solid flooring. The AS-4090 drives 1-, 1 1/4-, and 1 1/2-inch, 18 gauge quarter-inch narrow crown staples....

Leica Geosystems Introduces new Disto Handheld Laser Distance Measuring Tool.(PRODUCTS, TOOLS & ACCESSORIES)
November 1, 2004... Leica Geosysystems has introduced the Disto Classic, a high-precision laser measuring tool that features a totally new ergonomic design, extended range, additional measuring functions, a built-in telescopic viewer and other new features,...

Turbo offers full line of heat welding tools.(PRODUCTS, TOOLS & ACCESSORIES)
November 1, 2004... Turbo Heat Welding Tools offers a full line of products, including the Turbo Caddy, an automatic welding machine. The caddy works with both Leister and Zinzer guns, and welds 13 to 16 feet per minute. When the operator is finished welding...

Wagner Electronics releases MMC/MMI moisture meters.(PRODUCTS, TOOLS & ACCESSORIES)
November 1, 2004... Wagner Electronics announces the release of their MMC/MMI Series moisture meters. This new line of handheld meters was designed for use by flooring professionals, wood product manufacturers, serious woodworkers and hobbyists, and anyone who...

Tramex's CRH moisture meter combines four testing modes.(PRODUCTS, TOOLS & ACCESSORIES)
November 1, 2004... Tramex's CRH moisture and relative humidity meter combines four testing modes: moisture content; internal relative humidity in concrete to ASTM F2170; surface relative humidity; and ambient relative humidity, temperature and dew point. The CRH...

Dupont and Mohawk.(CARPET)
November 1, 2004... Dupont and Mohawk are sponsoring CFI Certification seminars nationwide. For details, call (800) 248-8582, ext. 239.

Lees Carpet Institute.(CARPET)
November 1, 2004... Lees Carpet Institute ensures that installers get personal training to receive Lees' highest level of certification. Students are required to have five years of experience before being accepted into the program. Training adheres to CRI...

National Carpet Equipment.(CARPET)
November 1, 2004... National Carpet Equipment conducts a variety of custom training courses to fit the student's needs. Hands-on training cover all phases: rug design, carpet carving, sculpting, bas-relief, binding, hand tufting, fiber optic and more. National...

Orcon Installation Center.(CARPET)
November 1, 2004... The Orcon Installation Center offers training on estimating, seam placement, specialty installations, pattern matching, and much more. For details, call (510) 430-8865.

AFS Advanced Flooring Specialists.(WOOD)
November 1, 2004... AFS Advanced Flooring Specialists is a school that provides training for dealers, distributors, manufacturers and inspectors. For information, contact Fred Gamble at 530-888-1217 or at fggamble@pacbell.net.

BonaKemi USA, Inc.(WOOD)
November 1, 2004... BonaKemi USA, Inc. Sand and Finish Schools offer the professional a variety of training and education opportunities on all aspects of the hardwood floor finishing industry. Class agenda includes all aspects of sanding, finishing and...

National Wood Flooring Association.(WOOD)
November 1, 2004... The National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) offers the most-comprehensive training for wood flooring professionals in the industry. In 2004, the NWFA will host 17 schools throughout North America, focusing on five specific skill sets and...

Professional Sand & Finish School.(WOOD)
November 1, 2004... The three-day Professional Sand & Finish School, sponsored by Basic, 3M, Clarke and OshKosh Flooring Design, provides the opportunity for hardwood floor professionals to become certified as mastering professional sanding and finishing...

Wood Flooring Manufacturers Association.(WOOD)
November 1, 2004... The Wood Flooring Manufacturers Association (NOFMA) along with the National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) and the Maple Flooring Manufacturers Association (MFMA) jointly sponsor a five-day Wood Flooring School. The course covers installation...

Armstrong Wood Products National National Training Center.(WOOD)
November 1, 2004... Armstrong Wood Products National National Training Center offers a four-day installation workshop designed for beginning or intermediate installers. For details, call (800) 526-0308, ext. 2532.

Aqua Mix.(TILE & STONE)
November 1, 2004... Aqua Mix has announced the 2003 schedule for the Independent Care & Maintenance Applicator program. The program will offer a wide range of training and techniques to its students. Upon completion of the course, the trained applicators will be...

Ceramic Tile Education Foundation.(TILE & STONE)
November 1, 2004... The Ceramic Tile Education Foundation (CTEF) currently has over 30 educational and training courses available covering all facets of tile and the installation process. All methods taught comply with nationally recognized installation guidelines...

HG Maintenance Systems.(TILE & STONE)
November 1, 2004... 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. For details, call (888) 615-2128.

MAPEI Technical Institute.(TILE & STONE)
November 1, 2004... The MAPEI Technical Institute offers courses in four different disciplines. 1. Tile & Stone Installation Systems (TSIS) -- Classroom instruction and hands-on training that covers the basics from surface preparation to grouting for tile and...

NTCA.(TILE & STONE)
November 1, 2004... The NTCA Training and Education program is administered by Justin Woelfel, Jr., NTCA Director of training and education. The course, called Workshop+, is a three-day training school costing attendees $295 for the entire three days. Customized...

National Training Center for Stone & Masonry Trades.(TILE & STONE)
November 1, 2004... The National Training Center for Stone & Masonry Trades provides training in all aspects of thestone and tile industry, from design and installation to fabrication and restoration and maintenance. For details, call (404) 834-4800.

Schluter-Systems' Innovation Workshop.(TILE & STONE)
November 1, 2004... Schluter-Systems' Innovation Workshop provides a valuable educational experience for hundreds of North American tile installers. By providing the solutions for the installation of tile coverings on virtually any surface, today's installation...

Amtico International.(LAMINATE/RESILIENT)
November 1, 2004... Amtico International conducts a Floor Installation Training School. Classes are limited to 14 people per session. For details, call (404) 267-1900.

Domco.(LAMINATE/RESILIENT)
November 1, 2004... Domco provides a number of training methods to provide education on installation of all its resilient product offerings. For details, call (800) 227-4662.

Northern Industries.(LAMINATE/RESILIENT)
November 1, 2004... Northern Industries offers a three-day seamless flooring and waterproofing installation course. Course fee of $175 includes hands-on training and certification. For details, call (401) 821-2121.

Pergo.(LAMINATE/RESILIENT)
November 1, 2004... Pergo's "Installer's Edge" seminars will be held in various markets across the country. Participants receive expert instruction and personalized guidance from the company's installation specialists. The field-based "Installer's Edge"...

Roane Company.(LAMINATE/RESILIENT)
November 1, 2004... The Roane Company is offering monthly Witex installation clinics. Also available: Witex installation and repair videos. For more information, call (800) 273-6499 (CA, AZ and NV only) or (562) 404-3464.

TOLI International.(LAMINATE/RESILIENT)
November 1, 2004... TOLI International has begun their third year of the TOLI Installation School. The day-long class, titled "Everything You Need to Know About Installing TOLI," is an overview of commercial resilient flooring installation. Created for installers,...

Ardex Training Programs.(UNDERLAYMENT/SUBFLOOR)
November 1, 2004... Ardex Training Programs have set a well-known standard, providing up-to-date technical information and installation techniques that are fore-most in keeping flooring professionals competitive and profitable. Ardex training combines a...

Dependable Floor Products.(UNDERLAYMENT/SUBFLOOR)
November 1, 2004... Dependable Floor Products offers two-day training seminars on sub-floor preparation and Dependable products. Training includes classroom instruction and hands-on training with trowelable, moisture treatment, and self-leveling products. For...

Laticrete International.(UNDERLAYMENT/SUBFLOOR)
November 1, 2004... 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)...

MAPEI Corporation.(UNDERLAYMENT/SUBFLOOR)
November 1, 2004... 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.

Scofield Institute.(UNDERLAYMENT/SUBFLOOR)
November 1, 2004... 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.(UNDERLAYMENT/SUBFLOOR)
November 1, 2004... 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.

Certified Floorcovering Installers.(MULTIPLE SUBJECTS)
November 1, 2004... Certified Floorcovering Installers (CFI) 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...

Crain Cutter Co.(MULTIPLE SUBJECTS)
November 1, 2004... Crain Cutter Co. conducts complete floor covering installation clinics at distributor locations. For details, contact the distributor listed in your area or Crain Cutter at (408) 946-6100.

Floor Covering Institute of Technical Services.(MULTIPLE SUBJECTS)
November 1, 2004... 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 carpet claims. The Resilient/Hard Surface Inspectors Class...

Forbo Linoleum, Inc.(MULTIPLE SUBJECTS)
November 1, 2004... Forbo Linoleum, Inc. offers an array of installation training opportunities ranging from local dealer installation clinics and moisture limitor training to comprehensive training courses conducted in our training facilities. Regional...

INSTALL.(MULTIPLE SUBJECTS)
November 1, 2004... INSTALL--the International Standards and Training Alliance--offers a four-year training program based on a curriculum reviewed and refined by technical and education experts from several major mills and manufacturers. Content includes theory...

Mannington Floors.(MULTIPLE SUBJECTS)
November 1, 2004... 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...