Floor Covering Installer articles from October 2005

Floor Covering Installer archives from October 2005

Floor prep.(A Carpet Installer's Notebook)
October 1, 2005... When it comes to preparation there is much discussion as to what constitutes proper floor prep. Some installers think a quick pass with a push broom is enough or even just picking up the big pieces of debris. Never mind about the dirt under the...

How to prepare a substrate for wood flooring installation: "before application of adhesives, always check the subfloor for surface contaminants! All subfloors must be smooth, dry, clean, flat and free of dirt, grease, wax, old adhesives, paint oil, or anything that would hinder a good physical bond.".
October 1, 2005... After being in the flooring business for more than thirty years, I am still amazed by installers who ignore these notices, similar to the one above, on adhesives and substrate coatings. You cannot underestimate the importance of proper floor...

NobleSeal Membranes protect ceramic installatons.(Products, Tools & Accessories)
October 1, 2005... The Noble Company produces NobleSeal[R] Sheet Membranes to protect thin-set ceramic and stone tile installations [Waterproofing, Crack Protection and Sound Control]. These sheets are time tested and guaranteed to last. Call 800 878 5788 or...

Laminate/resilient.(Installation Training Clinics & Schools)
October 1, 2005... Amtico International conducts a Floor Installation Training School. Classes are limited to 14 people per session. For details, call (404) 267-1900. Domco provides a number of training methods to provide education on installation of all its...

Underlayment/subfloor.(Installation Training Clinics & Schools)
October 1, 2005... Ardex Training Programs have set a well-known standard, providing up-to-date technical information and installation techniques that are foremost in keeping flooring professionals competitive and profitable. Ardex training combines a...

Acclimation: the foundation of a beautiful installation.(FCICA NEWS)
October 1, 2005... The late Frank Florio, an installer I used to know from Long Island, said, "Acclimation is the foundation of a beautiful installation." He appreciated the fact that if he got the material onto the job two days ahead of time, it was a lot easier...