| Subject | Date Asked |
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| Flooring in unheated Breezeway | 10/12/2008 |
Q: I live in CT and have a closed in, but unheated breezeway. What type of flooring would work best? ...
A: Those people are correct. You might want to consider outdoor stone, like pavers, etc., and, during ...
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| ceramic tile saeler | 10/12/2008 |
Q: We just bought a new house and have tile in it. I have heard different opinions if I should seal the ...
A: If it is a new house, you shouldn't have a problem finding out the name of the manufacturer of the ...
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| Cleaning white haze on newly installed tile | 10/12/2008 |
Q: A friend and I recently started a post construction cleaning company. We have several jobs, most ...
A: There is no 'magic bullet'. In today's world, all floor covering manufacturers are in the throes of ...
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| Plywood flooring | 10/12/2008 |
Q: I'm interested in using plywood as a finished floor in my kitchen, laundry and dining room (approx ...
A: If you have a moisture problem in the crawl space, the ground, in that crawl space should be covered ...
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| Rubber flooring for an office | 10/9/2008 |
Q: I need to relay the floor in abour 2/3 of my office space. The 1/3 that isn't to be relaid is wood ...
A: The adhesive is usally put down with a 1/32 in. x 1/32 in. x 1/32 in trowel so the adhesive is very ...
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| Rubber flooring for an office | 10/9/2008 |
Q: I need to relay the floor in abour 2/3 of my office space. The 1/3 that isn't to be relaid is wood ...
A: again, Duncan;You can choose rubber flooring in commercial tiles that have options of choosing ...
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| Vinyl or Linolium? | 10/9/2008 |
Q: We own a house built in 1978. In our kitchen, I want to replace the floors but I don't know if it ...
A: If you have 2, maybe 3 layers of flooring, that is an unacceptable underlayment for new vinyl or ...
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| Rubber flooring for an office | 10/8/2008 |
Q: I need to relay the floor in abour 2/3 of my office space. The 1/3 that isn't to be relaid is wood ...
A: First, let me know why you want a rubber floor. Is it because you MUST have certain static levels ...
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| carpet installation | 10/8/2008 |
Q: I recently had new carpet (berber) installed in the upstairs of my home. Great job - except - in a ...
A: I need to see the plan of the job. After it was measured, someone drew up a plan that determined ...
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| Dip in floor | 10/8/2008 |
Q: I am remodelling the kitchen, and want to put down cork flooring. The flooring I have bought is the ...
A: You need to call in a general contractor to look at that dip and determine its cause and how to ...
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| Basment Finishing | 10/8/2008 |
Q: John, I appreicate your help and expertise. I live in a new home that had some water problems in ...
A: again, Adam;The moisture resistant 'skin' on a pad is designed to prevent topical spills on the ...
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| Basment Finishing | 10/8/2008 |
Q: John, I appreicate your help and expertise. I live in a new home that had some water problems in ...
A: After reading your story, it has possibilities for a movie script. Just kidding. If you have ...
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| rubber flooring | 10/5/2008 |
Q: Do you recommend rubber flooring for a basement bathroom? What about for a basement rec room? I'm ...
A: Several things to consider. First, do you have a moisture problem in your basement floor and/or ...
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| area rugs on wood laminate flooing | 10/4/2008 |
Q: I recently had wood laminate flooring installed in my kitchen and I would like to put a non skid ...
A: The rugs did not cause the discoloration on your old vinyl floor. Hard surfaced flooring-vinyl, ...
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| Engineered flooring adhesive | 10/3/2008 |
Q: I am going have about 1100 sq ft of 3/8 inch pre-finished Australian Cypress engineered wood over ...
A: In today's world, all floor covering manufactuers and sundries (adhesives, grouts, underlayments, ...
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| Polishing an old floor | 10/3/2008 |
Q: I am thinking of re polishing back my living and dining room floor. What is the best polish that I ...
A: In today's world, all floor covering manufacturers and sundry manufacturers (polishes, polyurethane ...
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| Subfloor in basement | 10/2/2008 |
Q: I live in Canada and have a question concerning subfloor on a concrete basement floor. I have read ...
A: If you have purchased your laminate, so be it. If you haven't purchased your laminate remember that ...
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| Pet accidents and floor selection | 10/2/2008 |
Q: We want to replace the pile carpeting in our family room. The area is 12"x17". I like carpet in ...
A: The odor from urine is caused by the salts. That odor can be very quickly eliminated with a proper ...
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| loose tile over radiant heat | 9/29/2008 |
Q: I have a house that has radiant heat in the bathroom, covered with concrete, then floor tile was ...
A: again, Robert; You need to remove all the old thinset. One major problem may be that ALL floor ...
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| loose tile over radiant heat | 9/29/2008 |
Q: I have a house that has radiant heat in the bathroom, covered with concrete, then floor tile was ...
A: If none of the thinset adhered to the tile, then it sounds like the installer allowed too much open ...
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| Konecto | 9/29/2008 |
Q: As a All Experts advisor I am concerned about your knowledge base concerning Konecto by Metroflor.I ...
A: You don't know us and we don't know you. We are not questioning your expertise, since we don't know ...
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| Konecto | 9/29/2008 |
Q: As a All Experts advisor I am concerned about your knowledge base concerning Konecto by Metroflor.I ...
A: To compare carpet to Konetco, or any other floor covering to carpet complaints you indicate, we ...
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| uneven travertine tile | 9/28/2008 |
Q: I recently had about 900 s.f. of travertine tile installed and the flooring ended up very uneven ...
A: Don't do it. No quick fixes. It may or may not work. You need to have your floor inspected by a ...
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| Konecto | 9/28/2008 |
Q: As a All Experts advisor I am concerned about your knowledge base concerning Konecto by Metroflor.I ...
A: Glad you have had success with this product. We have heard and seen, good and bad things about it. ...
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| Basement Cement Floor | 9/28/2008 |
Q: What is the best flooring and underlayment to put in the basement ? I have very little dampness and ...
A: You say you have very little dampness. I assume by 'water problems', you don't see standing water. ...
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| Konecto Prestige floor covering | 9/27/2008 |
Q: A flooring company recommended Konecto Prestige plank to overlay our vinyl tile flooring inj our day ...
A: I strongly urge you NOT to use Konecto. If you will 'google' Konecto and read consumer's feedback, ...
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| PTT poly carpet vs nylon | 9/27/2008 |
Q: I am ready to recarpet my home. I was about to select a 50 oz. Stainmaster Frieze when I came across ...
A: again,Joe;I hope you know that Stainmaster does not make carpet. Stainmaster is a coating that ...
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| PTT poly carpet vs nylon | 9/26/2008 |
Q: I am ready to recarpet my home. I was about to select a 50 oz. Stainmaster Frieze when I came across ...
A: Let me know the population of your home, including pets, and what rooms you will be carpeting, ...
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| Congoleun Vinyl floor | 9/26/2008 |
Q: I had a Congoleun Vinyl floor (with a life time warranty) put down over a old Vinyl floor with luan ...
A: You definitely have recourse, however I need to fully understand your installation. You have a ...
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| Carpet Installation | 9/25/2008 |
Q: Today we had an entire floor of Coronet Sausalito Frieze(B6962)with Odor Ban II pad installed by ...
A: If you have not paid for this purchase, don't pay. If you paid by credit card, notifiy the credit ...
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| USB subflooring | 9/24/2008 |
Q: I want to pull up the carpet in my upstairs office and paint the floor. What do I put over the USB ...
A: Why do you want to pull up the carpet? If its worn or horribly stained, or if you are going to use ...
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| Ceramic Tiles | 9/24/2008 |
Q: I am installing a ceramic tile floor. I tore up the old linoleum and started to scrape the old glue ...
A: First, STOP EVERYTHING NOW! There is a huge difference between linoleum and vinyl. Linoleum is NOT ...
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| travartine shower | 9/24/2008 |
Q: How can I best keep my travartine shower clean and mold/mildew free?
A: I need you to let me know if you have travertine on the walls, ceiling, and floor, or only on the ...
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| Hardwood - Ceramic Tile Connection | 9/23/2008 |
Q: Where these two surfaces meet the builder want to install a T-molding (speed bump). I don't like ...
A: The 'T' molding is the best idea, however 'T' moldings are available in all sorts of styles. ...
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| putting flooring down on a concrete slab. | 9/22/2008 |
Q: Our utility room is an unfinished room and there is no flooring on the concrete slab. We have ...
A: Just be CERTAIN you don't have any moisture problem in the concrete. Concrete is absorbent and ...
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| Cement floor in basenent | 9/22/2008 |
Q: Can I put a floating laminate floor down in my basement? I don't have any water problems and very ...
A: Padding is very important, since it will prolong the life of the carpet. I would suggest a very ...
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| Cement floor in basenent | 9/21/2008 |
Q: Can I put a floating laminate floor down in my basement? I don't have any water problems and very ...
A: again, Bob;engineered hardwood, solid hardwood, and laminate would be an improper flooring to ...
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| Cement floor in basenent | 9/20/2008 |
Q: Can I put a floating laminate floor down in my basement? I don't have any water problems and very ...
A: First, get back to me as to why you want laminate and for what are you going to use the basement ...
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| Basement flooring choices | 9/18/2008 |
Q: We just removed carpet from our basement b/c of a water damage claim (hurricane IKE heavy rain). We ...
A: Whomever is telling you those things about carpet is greviously incorrect when it comes to carpet ...
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| Wet Basement Carpet | 9/18/2008 |
Q: I live in Northwest Indiana, where we got the tail end of Hurricane Ike. Our street was flooded and ...
A: again, Carol; I'm glad you told me it came from the walls. Moisture will be retained in those ...
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| Wet Basement Carpet | 9/18/2008 |
Q: I live in Northwest Indiana, where we got the tail end of Hurricane Ike. Our street was flooded and ...
A: Sorry to hear about your moisture problem. Unless you had a felt type pad under your previous ...
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| Basement flooring choices | 9/18/2008 |
Q: We just removed carpet from our basement b/c of a water damage claim (hurricane IKE heavy rain). We ...
A: Remember that one of the healthiest floor coverings one can have is carpet. It has a pile that ...
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| Travertine installation - Pedestal sink | 9/17/2008 |
Q: We replaced H/W with Travertine in our downstairs bath room. The contractor removed the pedestal ...
A: again, Ming; I'm concerned about resetting the sink in that matter, when you get water spilling ...
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| asbestos tile over radiant heat retrofit | 9/17/2008 |
Q: We purchased a used office trailer with old asbestos tiles, most in good shape, but some broken or ...
A: Sorry to say that I think you are putting your life at risk working in an enviornment containing ...
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| Travertine installation - Pedestal sink | 9/17/2008 |
Q: We replaced H/W with Travertine in our downstairs bath room. The contractor removed the pedestal ...
A: The contractor's responsibility is to properly re-install the sink, and not for you to call in a ...
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| "THROW RUGS" | 9/17/2008 |
Q: My wife is very concerned about dirt being tracked into our house and on to the fairly new carpet so ...
A: I'll try to save your marriage. First, to protect your investment of the installed carpet, remember ...
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| Flooring Question | 9/16/2008 |
Q: You mentioned in one of the past replies that you would not suggest porcelain tile, specifically the ...
A: Sometimes, if a salesperson is not properly educated about the products he or she is selling, then ...
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| Flooring Question | 9/15/2008 |
Q: You mentioned in one of the past replies that you would not suggest porcelain tile, specifically the ...
A: again, Christi;You can be educated enough, but you have to remember that many installers who do ...
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| Which flooring to choose | 9/13/2008 |
Q: Our house (3000 sq ft) was built in 1992. We bought it in 2001. The entry and great room had tile ...
A: Why were you desperate to get rid of the carpet. Carpet is one of the healthiest floor coverings ...
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| Flooring Question | 9/13/2008 |
Q: You mentioned in one of the past replies that you would not suggest porcelain tile, specifically the ...
A: Where are you planning to put the tile? Also, I feel I would have mentioned in my reply that I ...
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| marbonite vs. vetrified | 9/11/2008 |
Q: WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THESE TWO?
A: It's vitrified, not vetrified. Marbonite is a vitrified tile. Marbonite simulates italian marble. ...
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| water barrier on a slab after mold | 9/11/2008 |
Q: My 85yo mom lives in Vermont house, built on slab, in damp area. Furnace is hot-water, and pipes ...
A: again, Mary;No paint. If you have a problem on the surface of the concrete, the paint will come up, ...
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| water barrier on a slab after mold | 9/10/2008 |
Q: My 85yo mom lives in Vermont house, built on slab, in damp area. Furnace is hot-water, and pipes ...
A: Hopefully, the moisture came from the burst pipes, and not because it seeps up from the ground, ...
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| floor substrate with hydroponic radiant heat? | 9/10/2008 |
Q: can you tell me which sustrate would be best to use over hydroponic radiant heat? For example could ...
A: In today's world, all floor covering manufacturers and sundry(underlayments, levelers, adhesives, ...
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| embossing leveler with self adhesive tiles | 9/10/2008 |
Q: I purchased self adhesive armstrong tiles for my kitchen.My home is older:I sanded and cleaned the ...
A: There are numerous manufacturers of peel and stick tiles. The various adhesives used are not ...
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| Pet odor damaged carpet | 9/9/2008 |
Q: We have a very small (~2 feet X 3 feet) area of Berber carpet that had cat urine damage 2 years ago. ...
A: You probably have tried numerous incorrect remedies to remove the odor. First you should use clear ...
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| rectified porcelain floor tiles | 9/9/2008 |
Q: We are having electric underfloor heating fitted in our kitchen and have chosen a beautiful ...
A: Don't listen to anyone who is telling you something. BEFORE you purchase the tile or have the ...
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| plywood | 9/8/2008 |
Q: I'm putting down a full spread vinyl floor. I'm looking at multiply/ halex as an underlayment. It ...
A: On the back of the vinyl should be stamped with the manufacturer's name, and, probably the style ...
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| Faux Wood Floor Over Existing Commercial Carpeting | 9/8/2008 |
Q: I own a photography studio that has 3 year old, thin commercial grade carpeting in the area that I ...
A: You have to remove the carpet and, probably the underlayment to which it is glued. If it is glued ...
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| Travertine installation, cleaning and sealing | 9/7/2008 |
Q: We recently had travertine tile installed in the lower level of our home which is just under 2000 ...
A: again, Linda; There are many travertine manufacturers. Travertine, a soft stone, comes from ...
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| Travertine installation, cleaning and sealing | 9/7/2008 |
Q: We recently had travertine tile installed in the lower level of our home which is just under 2000 ...
A: In today's world, all floor covering manufacturers are in the throes of producing 'green' products ...
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| help with concrete slab basement floor options | 9/7/2008 |
Q: I have a half basement that I want to redo. The basement floor is rectangular approx. 40' - 0" x ...
A: First, I would not choose any of the options you contemplate. If you have vinyl tiles that are that ...
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| installation of carpet on concrete floors | 9/7/2008 |
Q: John, I just spent $14,000 in floor covering for my new yoga studio. The part that was carpet was ...
A: Sorry to hear about your installation problem. Also, sorry to hear that you contracted with the ...
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| Travertine over old glue | 9/6/2008 |
Q: I am doing my first install in my house and I know its a hard one. (2000 SQ FT of 18" travertine ...
A: Travertine is a soft stone. Some manufacturers add 'hardning' agents. Travertine also comes from ...
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| Travertine over old glue | 9/6/2008 |
Q: I am doing my first install in my house and I know its a hard one. (2000 SQ FT of 18" travertine ...
A: Sorry, I thought I did answer your questions. You must obtain and thoroughly read the installation ...
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| carpet next to Schluter's | 9/5/2008 |
Q: I am laying marble tile with a Schluter's edge around the perimeter. I will be laying carpet next ...
A: Glue down carpet is ok, but you MUST be certain of several issues. First make sure the installer ...
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| Travertine over old glue | 9/5/2008 |
Q: I am doing my first install in my house and I know its a hard one. (2000 SQ FT of 18" travertine ...
A: Phil;I'm going to be very honest with you. You are making a large investment and you are taking a ...
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| carpet next to Schluter's | 9/4/2008 |
Q: I am laying marble tile with a Schluter's edge around the perimeter. I will be laying carpet next ...
A: again, Ro; I understand what you mean, however it is improper to 'roll' the carpet. You need a ...
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| Removing Gyp-crete over hardwood floor | 9/4/2008 |
Q: Just tore up the carpet in the living room, the hardwood under the adjacent hallway is in great ...
A: I hope you removed the carpet and pad because the animals were urinating or deficating all the time ...
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| carpet next to Schluter's | 9/4/2008 |
Q: I am laying marble tile with a Schluter's edge around the perimeter. I will be laying carpet next ...
A: When the carpet gets installed, depending upon the measurement of the area, you will probably have ...
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| damp basement floor | 9/3/2008 |
Q: About 7 years ago, I installed vinyl flooring in a section of my finished "dry" basement in my 100 ...
A: In today's world, all floor covering manufacturers and sundry manufacturers(underlayments, sealers, ...
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| subfloor for tiling | 9/2/2008 |
Q: I'm preparing my bathroom floor to tile. There is particle board which I gather needs to be ripped ...
A: In today's world, ALL floor covering manufacturers and sundry(underlayments, adhesives, mortars, ...
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| amendoim wood flooring | 9/2/2008 |
Q: What color is amendoim flooring,not the engineered type, before the boards are finished. I know ...
A: Amendoim hardwood comes from Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay. It will vary, in color, depending ...
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| PORCELAIN TILE | 9/2/2008 |
Q: I JUST PLACED OVER 200 SQ.FEET OF ITALIAN PORCELAIN TILE BUT IT LOOKS REALLY DULL, AND WHEN I TRIED ...
A: Porcelain tile is available in a high gloss or low gloss (matte) fininsh. Check your sales receipt ...
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| carpet to tile transition | 9/1/2008 |
Q: Carpet was installed in our new house then we had tile fitted in the wet areas. The tile guys cut ...
A: Depending upon the width of the gap, I assume just a transition strip is needed. Visit the website ...
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| home gym over garage space | 9/1/2008 |
Q: Your answer to the man putting a home gym in his basement was very helpful, but does the answer ...
A: Certainly you can use carpet. Have the carpet installed over a proper pad, and make sure the ...
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| Installing ceramic floor tile over vinyl floor | 8/30/2008 |
Q: Installing ceramic floor tile over vinyl floor I am a general contractor, mostly self taught. I am ...
A: again, Anthony; Even if the leveler changes the height of one floor to another, you will still need ...
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| home gym flooring over concrete | 8/30/2008 |
Q: Converting an unfinished 1st floor space with concrete flooring into a large home gym. Lots of ...
A: You simply contact the manufacturer of the rubber tiles you wish to purchase BEFORE YOU PURCHASE ...
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| carpet or ceramic tile for basement floor | 8/30/2008 |
Q: We recently experienced a sump pump burnout resulting in flooded finished basement. A contractor ...
A: In today's world, ALL floor covering manufacturers and sundry(adhesives, underlayments, levelers, ...
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| underlayment for laminate floor | 8/29/2008 |
Q: The concrete subfloor is not within 3/16inch in 10 foot span in flatness and laminate floor ...
A: again, Jim; You MUST eliminate any chance of moisture and any chance of flex. You may not even ...
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| underlayment for laminate floor | 8/29/2008 |
Q: The concrete subfloor is not within 3/16inch in 10 foot span in flatness and laminate floor ...
A: We do not sell, install, or maintain any floor covering. We are floor covering inspectors. We are ...
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| dirty travertine tiles | 8/27/2008 |
Q: I am looking at purchasing an older home with a very dirty (decades of ground in grit and dirt) ...
A: I think you are using the wrong word-solvent. Solvent is a petrochemically based product. It ...
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| regarding marble or marbonite | 8/27/2008 |
Q: iam living in india its rainy and humidity place, no pets on my house,we will walk around the house ...
A: again, sheik;I would suggest marble, however, make sure the marble has a slightly rough surface, ...
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| hi reagrding marbonite | 8/27/2008 |
Q: iam constructin amy house i need to know which is suitable for home either marble or marbonite?
A: Where in your home are you planning to use either marble or marbonite as a floor covering? How many ...
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| Installing ceramic floor tile over vinyl floor | 8/27/2008 |
Q: Installing ceramic floor tile over vinyl floor I am a general contractor, mostly self taught. I am ...
A: You should determine how old that vinyl floor is. It may be a product that contains asbestos, so ...
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| 'soft' hardwood flooring | 8/26/2008 |
Q: A relative is having a new hardwood floor installed during renovations. There have been some ...
A: First, flooing MUST be the last trade in. It should NEVER be traversed by other tradespeople. Your ...
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| engineered wood planks for stairs | 8/26/2008 |
Q: What do you think of using engineered wood planks for stairs? The planks have about 2mm thickness of ...
A: I'm going to answer your questions based upon our experience. We do not sell, install, or maintain ...
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| Meritage vs. Mullican | 8/26/2008 |
Q: I am about to purchase hardwood flooring and need to know which is better: Meritage or Mullican. I ...
A: Are you comparing engineered hardwood products or solid hardwood products? What type of surface ...
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| glass tiles on wood | 8/26/2008 |
Q: I am not doing flooring but I was hoping you could help. We have a wood table that has some glass ...
A: Two suggestions. If you still have the container of the adhesive that you used, contact the ...
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| Engineered Hardwood Floor | 8/26/2008 |
Q: We just installed engineered hardwood flooring using the recommended adhesive manufactured by ...
A: When you say remove the adhesive, I assume you mean adhesive residue that got on something (surface ...
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| Crackling in Laminate Flooring | 8/25/2008 |
Q: I'm sorry to bother you but I just wanted to make sure you got my follow-up question regarding the ...
A: again, Muna;I answered your follow-up this morning, 8/25/08, around 6 A.M. East Coast Time. In case ...
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| Crackling in Laminate Flooring | 8/25/2008 |
Q: As a follow-up to my initial question and your reply. The owner of the flooring company said he ...
A: again, Muna;If I were you, I would allow an inspection as long as the dealer is paying for the ...
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| tile | 8/25/2008 |
Q: I want to cover a bad concrete job outside about 3000 sq feet with tile. I live in Central Oregon ...
A: What's bad about the concrete, and is it caused by a moisture problem? What kind of tile were you ...
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| Stairs | 8/25/2008 |
Q: Have you ever heard of the fact that if the interior stairs have gaps at the sides that the carpet ...
A: I don't think the air is coming through at the back side of the carpet. Thank goodness for the ...
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| Floor prepartion fot tiles installation | 8/24/2008 |
Q: I have stripped my ground floor kitchen floor vinyl in order to replace with tiles, But Noticed ...
A: again, Siva;Porcelain tiles are heavy, and with what would be under the tiles if you install them ...
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| Crackling in Laminate Flooring | 8/24/2008 |
Q: Chris suggested that I email you to see your thoughts. Thank you in advance for your attention. We ...
A: First you are making tremendous mistakes by handling this yourself and talking to people. DON'T OIL ...
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| Floor prepartion fot tiles installation | 8/23/2008 |
Q: I have stripped my ground floor kitchen floor vinyl in order to replace with tiles, But Noticed ...
A: I want to make sure I understand your question. You have a sheet vinyl floor in your kitchen that ...
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| foyer flooring | 8/23/2008 |
Q: We are (or I am) considering granite tiles for our split entry foyer. My husband says it is not a ...
A: Granite tiles are available in both a smooth and rough surface. If you are worried about slipping, ...
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| Linoleum as area rugs | 8/23/2008 |
Q: Can a linoleum be laid on top of carpeting?
A: You use the word linoleum. Do you mean true linoleum, which is a natural product made of linseed ...
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| fLOORING | 8/21/2008 |
Q: Is it ok to put 12x12 vinily tile over ceramic tile in kitchen. I know we must prep the ceramic ...
A: If the ceramic tile is installed on a cement backerboard which is on top of an underlayment, which ...
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| Baseboard without shoe molding | 8/20/2008 |
Q: My house has an uneven floor, and there is gap between the bottom of the baseboard and the hardwood ...
A: again, Wil;If the hardwood floor was recently installed, the problem may be with an improper ...
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| Baseboard without shoe molding | 8/20/2008 |
Q: My house has an uneven floor, and there is gap between the bottom of the baseboard and the hardwood ...
A: You do NOT want the bottom of the baseboard flush and tight with the surface of perimeter planks and ...
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| Installing 12 x 12 tile on a floor of various substrates | 8/20/2008 |
Q: feet of porcelain tile to install on a combination wood and new cement slab floor and am wondering ...
A: In today's world, manufacturers of all types of floor coverings and manufacturers of sundries ...
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| Porcelain Tile subfloor | 8/19/2008 |
Q: I am getting 20x20 porcelain tiles installed this week. Previously, we had 12x12 ceramic laid on ...
A: Your concerns are true. We are floor covering inspectors. We do not sell, install, or maintain any ...
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| landlord wants to rip up floor, concerned about asbestos | 8/19/2008 |
Q: Our landlord would like to rip up our kitchen floor tile and re-tile. I'm concerned because the ...
A: I am NOT an attorney and cannot give you any legal advice, however, I feel, you have every right to ...
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| floor reducers | 8/19/2008 |
Q: We have just had black and white vinyl tiles installed in our kitchen. Where that floor meets our ...
A: again, Pat;Black metal is usually painted metal. Two suggestions-First check the Johnsonite ...
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| kitchen flooring | 8/18/2008 |
Q: What, in your opinion, is the absolute best flooring to install in a kitchen like ours? We get a ...
A: Regardless what type of flooring I will recommend below, just remember that water, if it is allowing ...
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| floor reducers | 8/18/2008 |
Q: We have just had black and white vinyl tiles installed in our kitchen. Where that floor meets our ...
A: Visit the website of Roppe.com. They make reducer strips, many in classy rubber, in various shapes. ...
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| Laminate floor install | 8/18/2008 |
Q: John I have an office in my home which the previous owner took one or the garage bays and converted ...
A: Please remember that carpet is one of the healthiest floor coverings one can have. It has a pile ...
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| Crema Marfil honed/polished | 8/17/2008 |
Q: In my market there seems to be more selection or Crema Marfil Polished vs Honed(unpolished). The ...
A: To reduce the polish sanding is an acceptable method as long as you use a proper rotary brush type ...
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| Carpet Manufacturers Mark | 8/17/2008 |
Q: ! I have another question for you. I have a scrap piece of carpet left over from new carpet that ...
A: When you contact Mohawk, ask them if 3468-955, which sounds like a quality and color number, is ...
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| Basement Flooring w/ Pets | 8/17/2008 |
Q: John, Finishing off our basement...I expect it to be very nice. Not much of a moisture problem ...
A: You should have NO moisture problem on your concrete to be certain any floor covering you install ...
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| Crema Marfil honed/polished | 8/17/2008 |
Q: In my market there seems to be more selection or Crema Marfil Polished vs Honed(unpolished). The ...
A: You may be making a mistake by trying to reverse a manufacturing process. Various manufacturers who ...
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| Carpet Manufacturers Mark | 8/17/2008 |
Q: ! I have another question for you. I have a scrap piece of carpet left over from new carpet that ...
A: Griege is usually a batch of yarn or a roll of white yarn that has been tufted into a primary carpet ...
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| installation of a wood and travertine floor | 8/14/2008 |
Q: I am getting ready to redo the floors in my kitchen and I like the look of travertine mixed with ...
A: Wood is a poor choice for a kitchen area. Wood comes from trees. It acts like a tree. It will ...
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| Floor preparation for laminate | 8/14/2008 |
Q: Issue: Home Office room area where I ripped up carpet, then had an abatement company remove ...
A: I have a lot of information for you, however my computer is infected with a virus so I can't send ...
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| re-saining floors | 8/14/2008 |
Q: I have older wood stairs that are blotchy. The old owner told me that they were only stained with a ...
A: If you have solid hardwood you need to have the wood sanded down and refinished, which will allow ...
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| stone or ceramic tiles on raised floor | 8/13/2008 |
Q: I am remodeling my kitchen and would like durable flooring which will resist water and oil damage. ...
A: again, Ken; I don't suggest any stone. I suggest sheet vinyl installed over an acceptable ...
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| porcelain/ceramic tile | 8/13/2008 |
Q: We've just installed kitchen tile. Is there a difference between porcelain and ceramic? The box ...
A: Porcelain is a type of ceramic. Some tiles and some grout can and should be sealed. You need to ...
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| gapping in newly installed Brazilian cherry hardwood floors | 8/13/2008 |
Q: Michaels, We did indeed have an expert from the National Association of Hardwood Floors, and, ...
A: Hardwood floors come from trees. They act like trees. They will dent, scratch, expand, contract, ...
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| choice of floor covering | 8/12/2008 |
Q: We are purchasing a home in upper Ohio as a summer place. It is in foreclosure and will need to be ...
A: Hard surface flooring such as hardwood, laminate, vinyl, stone, etc., all require environments with ...
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| bathroom floor | 8/11/2008 |
Q: I want to put a piece of vinyl on the bathroom floor without having to remove the small ceramic ...
A: Get the name of the manufacturer of the vinyl floor you intend to use and obtain the manufacturer's ...
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| Vinly Flooring | 8/10/2008 |
Q: We are thinking of changing the vinyl floor in the bathroom and the laundry room because of some ...
A: NEVER use the cleaning agents you list on any vinyl floor. ALWAYS obtain the vinyl floor ...
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| planning a tiled foyer/entranceway | 8/10/2008 |
Q: I would like to tile an area in front of the main door in my home. The door opens right into my ...
A: When planning to tile an entry, remember that you are using a hard surfaced floor covering that is ...
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| Porcelain shiny 18 | 8/9/2008 |
Q: We put shiny porcelain 18" floor tiles in our bathroom. It looks like marble without the ...
A: again, Sheila;There are numerous manufacturers of what you want. I really suggest that you visit ...
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| BAD CARPET SEAM LOCATION | 8/9/2008 |
Q: I am in the middle of a horrible dilemma and am in desperate need your advice and the proper ...
A: again, Mimi;Seam placement usually is done with the seam running in the direction that is into the ...
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| Vinly Flooring | 8/9/2008 |
Q: We are thinking of changing the vinyl floor in the bathroom and the laundry room because of some ...
A: Laminate flooring which is a backing, topped with some recycled products (some of which may be wood ...
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| Acclimating Max Windsor Engineered Flooring | 8/9/2008 |
Q: I have installed Max Windsor Maple flooring throughout my home. Initially my contractor dropped off ...
A: Acclimation is a very important aspect of a hardwood floor installation so you have to protect your ...
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| BAD CARPET SEAM LOCATION | 8/9/2008 |
Q: I am in the middle of a horrible dilemma and am in desperate need your advice and the proper ...
A: The visibility of a carpet seam, if properly made, is in the eye of the beholder. Seams are never ...
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| Porcelain shiny 18"floor tiles | 8/8/2008 |
Q: We put shiny porcelain 18" floor tiles in our bathroom. It looks like marble without the ...
A: My strong suggestion to you is NOT to shop at one of those large home supply stores. The best place ...
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| porcelain on wood decking | 8/6/2008 |
Q: I wish to install 12"x12" porcelain tile over 1x6 wood decking on a covered porch. I am advised to ...
A: Please do NOT think generic type of installation. In today's world where all types of floor ...
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| glue and maintence of original hard wood | 8/6/2008 |
Q: We are preparing to sell, so we just lifted old carpeting and found the original hard wood floors. ...
A: You mentioned that 'they' are telling you stuff. Who is 'they'. If 'they' are the people who do ...
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| travertine tile over new floor trusses | 8/5/2008 |
Q: We are building a house and used the floor trusses, spanned 24 inches apart. We were told that we ...
A: The information you were given was correct. Also, with that type of flex, the tiles may crack and ...
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| Subfloor recommendation and tips needed | 8/5/2008 |
Q: I am going to install vinyl tile in a kitchen. I removed the old tile and subfloor. I now need to ...
A: BEFORE you do anything more, simply obtain the free installation specifcations that are published by ...
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| hardwood cracking | 8/4/2008 |
Q: We were denied a claim by Shaw on our new hardwood floors. They said because it was installed over ...
A: again, Sue; First you should demand to be given a copy of the report. If they refuse, then you may ...
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| hardwood cracking | 8/4/2008 |
Q: We were denied a claim by Shaw on our new hardwood floors. They said because it was installed over ...
A: Sorry to hear about your problem. Did you purchase engineered hardwood or solid hardwood? ...
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| Haze of Tumbled/Antiqued Marble Floor | 8/3/2008 |
Q: I just had 1,700 feet of a tumbled marble in the French pattern put down and there is a haze all ...
A: There are many manufacturers of marble tile, and, although all have published free maintenance ...
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| marble vs vitrified tiles | 8/3/2008 |
Q: I am not able to decide between marble and vitrified tiles for my house flooring, I have had ...
A: again, Rajeev; Maintenance is the secret to protecting your investment in floor covering. Make ...
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| Removing 12" x 12" marble tile from fireplace surround | 8/3/2008 |
Q: As the subject line indicates, the current fireplace has a white marble surround for the fireplace. ...
A: A grout saw is usually a proper piece of equipment depending upon what you now have installed. I do ...
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| marble vs vitrified tiles | 8/2/2008 |
Q: I am not able to decide between marble and vitrified tiles for my house flooring, I have had ...
A: What room or rooms are you going to tile? A vitrified look can result in a very 'glassy' ...
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| water damaged ceramic tile | 8/2/2008 |
Q: My husband and I built our house almost 5 years ago. The alarm company drilled holes through the ...
A: Really sorry to hear about your mess. Your insurance company is wrong. Mold and mildew are living ...
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| Carpet Question | 8/1/2008 |
Q: I just got new carpet installed in a bedroom in our 23 year old house. The rest of the carpet in the ...
A: They make transition strips that will handle your need. Some of them are 'T' shaped, and others are ...
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| Tile level | 8/1/2008 |
Q: I had tile installed throughout my living room and kitchen - what is the industry standard for ...
A: again, Nicola; Thanks for getting back to me. When they removed the two tiles were you there, and, ...
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| carpet | 7/31/2008 |
Q: I have two questions. We had carpet installed and the installers seemed to do everything correctly, ...
A: again, Michelle;The pad construction is ok. The burning smell probably came from their seaming ...
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| Marble cracks | 7/31/2008 |
Q: i have installed marble slabs, ( Sunny Gold) at my home, after 6 months only it has developed cracks ...
A: Without seeing your marble, I can only guess the causes of the cracks. Cracks usually occur because ...
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| New ceramic tile /Island moved further into kitchen | 7/31/2008 |
Q: We hired a professional to remove old floor ceramic tile and replace, move an previously installed ...
A: There are various shapes of transition strips. Visit the website of Roppe.com to see some and ...
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| carpet | 7/31/2008 |
Q: I have two questions. We had carpet installed and the installers seemed to do everything correctly, ...
A: What type of padding is under your carpet? If a rebond type, it should not be thicker than 7/16 ...
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| Travertine Installation | 7/30/2008 |
Q: We are installing travertine tile in our den. We have removed all of the hard wood flooring that ...
A: There are many manufacturers of Travertine. Some of the manufacturers have installation ...
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| Carpet pad noise, power stretcher question | 7/30/2008 |
Q: I had approx. 200SY of Shaw (Evening Shadow II) plush carpet installed over 8# rebound pad. I ...
A: Don't pay him. First, if he supplied the pad, and it is a rebond type pad, it is made up of ...
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| VCT prep work and Installation | 7/30/2008 |
Q: I am looking to bid on this job that has had an old vct removed and there is still residue from the ...
A: Be certain that the old tiles that were removed were vinyl composition tiles (VCT), and not vinyl ...
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| Sweating Concrete | 7/29/2008 |
Q: We had laminate flooring and carpet installed in the dining room and living room respectively ...
A: I'm having a little difficulty in understanding your question, so correct me if I'm wrong so I can ...
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| Air pockets in engineered flooring, on concrete | 7/29/2008 |
Q: Two years ago I had engineered wood floor installed on my concrete slab home. It was glued using ...
A: Sorry to hear about you and your daughter's problems. First you should check your sales contract to ...
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| Tile floor | 7/29/2008 |
Q: Is it ok to mix travertine and ceramic tile when laying a floor in a kitchen?
A: It is ok, however you MUST obtain the installation specifications from the manufacturers of both ...
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| installing a carpet runner over carpeting existing on steps | 7/27/2008 |
Q: I had done this before in another home. Now I have new carpeting on steps and i purchased fairly ...
A: Sorry, I don't agree putting a carpet runner over installed carpet. Carpet was never designed to be ...
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| Laminate wood flooring | 7/26/2008 |
Q: We are interested in using the Konecto Prestige flooring planks in a small bathroom. We have 3 ...
A: Sorry to give you my opinion, but I would avoid using that, and similar products. There are so many ...
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| installation of ceramic floor tile | 7/26/2008 |
Q: I am in the middle of a rather big kitchen remodel. I have chosen a design company to act a project ...
A: Sorry to hear about your problems. I suggest that you not make any more payments to the installer. ...
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| Acclimating engineered wood floors | 7/24/2008 |
Q: My wife and I are building a home with a national builder, and we have selected Mannington ...
A: Mannington engineered hardwood floors do not need to be acclimated unless they have been transported ...
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| Gluing Engineered Hardwood On Concrete Floors | 7/24/2008 |
Q: Forgive me for intruding, however it is a huge mistake to glue flooring down in any situation, as ...
A: From those answers to your bid inquiry, it sounds as if an installer who comes from the very old ...
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| flooring | 7/23/2008 |
Q: I am going to replace some of the flooring in my grandparents house, granted it's 40 years old, I am ...
A: Don't us laminate or hardwood if the area is in a kitchen, bathrooms, or laundry room areas. Those ...
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| flooring for an open shower | 7/22/2008 |
Q: I am designing a compact bathroom and need advice on what flooring material to use. The shower has ...
A: Definitely stick to tile, because the other products you list are not designed for moisture prone ...
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| Engineered floors | 7/21/2008 |
Q: I just purchased Sure Source Red Oak 3 inchx 5/16 inch plank floorings. I only purchased a box to ...
A: What holds an engineered hardwood floor down in a floating installation is the weight of the boards. ...
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| High Closs Polish | 7/21/2008 |
Q: I have inlaid vinyl in my kitch. I am going to strip it, and I want to put a high gloss mirror like ...
A: again, Jamie;Mannington makes their own cleaning and restoration products. Let me know if you have ...
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| High Closs Polish | 7/21/2008 |
Q: I have inlaid vinyl in my kitch. I am going to strip it, and I want to put a high gloss mirror like ...
A: From your questions, and I may be wrong, but it sounds like you have not been using the cleaning ...
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| Engineered floors | 7/21/2008 |
Q: I just purchased Sure Source Red Oak 3 inchx 5/16 inch plank floorings. I only purchased a box to ...
A: again, Brody;I really did not give you any type of generic response. I told you about the 'grab's ...
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| cleaning urine stains from carpet | 7/18/2008 |
Q: Recently had carpet cleaned by Chem Dry. Carpet had been cleaned by Chem Dry on 2 previous occasions ...
A: If what you indicate was the cleaning systems used by the carpet cleaner, then I would send a ...
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| konnecto sierra flooring | 7/18/2008 |
Q: I recently had konnecto sierra flooring installed in my kitchen / dining area and bathrooms. I am ...
A: Minor imperfections in the underlayment mirroring through, joints not meshing evenly, varrying ...
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| konnecto sierra flooring | 7/17/2008 |
Q: I recently had konnecto sierra flooring installed in my kitchen / dining area and bathrooms. I am ...
A: again, Chris;NEVER, NEVER buy any floor covering over the internet. Even if you could have ...
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| konnecto sierra flooring | 7/16/2008 |
Q: I recently had konnecto sierra flooring installed in my kitchen / dining area and bathrooms. I am ...
A: Sorry we didn't chat before you made your purchase, since I would have told you all we've heard and ...
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| bamboo flooring | 7/15/2008 |
Q: I am considering bamboo flooring for my house. I have heard everything from it is the best stuff ...
A: Got lots of information for you. First I want you to know that carpet is one of the healthiest ...
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| stained tiles | 7/15/2008 |
Q: i ave just laid these matt finish italian tiles on my verandah, and discovered that the dark stains ...
A: Are these indoor or outdoor tiles? Do the dark stains mirror the outline of the workmen's boots? ...
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| Flooded basement - Carpeted | 7/14/2008 |
Q: Is there any way to save carpeting after it has been soaked with rain water? ANSWER: Hi ...
A: again, Madeleine; The padding may not be able to be salvaged. When you say berber carpet I am ...
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| Flooded basement - Carpeted | 7/13/2008 |
Q: Is there any way to save carpeting after it has been soaked with rain water?
A: Yes, however let me know how the carpet is installed, (over pad, glued directly to the floor, etc.), ...
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| laminate floor choice | 7/13/2008 |
Q: We want to install a laminate floor in a craft room area we are making in our basement. We had the ...
A: I would not suggest any Pergo product, nor would I suggest any laminate flooring in that area. ...
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| Basement concrete floor | 7/13/2008 |
Q: Today, I'm seeking advice on basement concrete flooring. I've bought vinyl flooring to put over ...
A: This product needs to be installed in an area with a temperature range of, I believe, between 50 ...
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| Basement concrete floor | 7/13/2008 |
Q: Today, I'm seeking advice on basement concrete flooring. I've bought vinyl flooring to put over ...
A: again, Juliana;You indicate that you have a floating vinyl floor, which indicates that it should be ...
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| Basement concrete floor | 7/13/2008 |
Q: Today, I'm seeking advice on basement concrete flooring. I've bought vinyl flooring to put over ...
A: What goes on in your basement and what rooms will get floor covering. Remember that carpet is one ...
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| Carpet installation over dried glue | 7/12/2008 |
Q: My husband and I installed bamboo flooring using glue a couple of years ago, and it is necessary to ...
A: After you removed the bamboo, if the residue from the adhesive is relatively level, you can install ...
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| Floor maintence | 7/11/2008 |
Q: I have a five year old bleached birch floor that has some large dark areas on it. It appears to be ...
A: again, Justin; Laminate is not hardwood, so engineered hardwood is not laminate. If you have any ...
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| Floor maintence | 7/11/2008 |
Q: I have a five year old bleached birch floor that has some large dark areas on it. It appears to be ...
A: You should have been provided, at the time of sale, with a maintenance manual published by the ...
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| Hardwood floor touch up and recoading | 7/11/2008 |
Q: I have hardwood floor basically in very good condition. Only few spots wares that need to be touched ...
A: If you have a solid hardwood flooring, it can be refinished by sanding and applying coats of a ...
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| VCT in garage | 7/10/2008 |
Q: We had old carpet in our garage taken out and VCT installed. It looked great. We waited 3 weeks to ...
A: again, Patty;If the tile is commercial VCT, it would have been delivered with a protective coat to ...
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| Engineered Hardwood Flooring: Thickness? | 7/10/2008 |
Q: 1/2" vs. 3/8" in 3" strips: Does the 1/8" difference in the thickness between the above engineered ...
A: again, Jasmin;There are 9 sq. ft. to a sq. yd., so at $3.29 per sq. ft., you are paying almost ...
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| VCT in garage | 7/9/2008 |
Q: We had old carpet in our garage taken out and VCT installed. It looked great. We waited 3 weeks to ...
A: First, VCT is not rated for the weight of a car. Second, what type of preparation work was done to ...
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| Engineered Hardwood Flooring: Thickness? | 7/9/2008 |
Q: 1/2" vs. 3/8" in 3" strips: Does the 1/8" difference in the thickness between the above engineered ...
A: First know what you intend to purchase. Hardwood comes from trees. It acts like a tree. It will ...
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| Improperly applied laminate flooring | 7/9/2008 |
Q: The installer put the product down in a symmetrical pattern. The manufacturers installation ...
A: To answer your questions, I would need to know the name of the manufacturer, the style name of the ...
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| Asbestos Floor Tiles | 7/8/2008 |
Q: I have a small room in my basement with asbestos floor tiles and would like to cover them I would ...
A: I'm going to give you some information that may be a little long winded, however asbestos, as I hope ...
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| float vs. glue down engineered wood | 7/8/2008 |
Q: I had too many replies so i had to start a new question section. Here is what happened when i bought ...
A: Great! Glad you found the manufacturer. Just one thing they may not have told you. Adhesives have ...
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| laying of dura ceramic | 7/8/2008 |
Q: We just today had dura ceramic put down in our kitchen. We chose the roman elegance( warm clay). ...
A: When installing ANY floor covering, the installer MUST follow the instructions in that ...
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| porcelain vs. travertine | 7/8/2008 |
Q: I am remodeling my kitchen and was planning to use a travertine, but found a porcelain tile that ...
A: Travertine is a softer stone than porcelain, which is a type of ceramic. Between the two, I would ...
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| float vs. glue down engineered wood | 7/8/2008 |
Q: I had too many replies so i had to start a new question section. Here is what happened when i bought ...
A: Your floor could be floated HOWEVER, what holds the boards down is their weight. If you have a ...
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| engineered hardwood floating vs. glue down installation | 7/7/2008 |
Q: i have recently purchased some very beautiful 3/8 x 3" engineered hardwood, which comes in about 5 ...
A: Your engineered hardwood can be floated. Just be certain you put a moisture barrier over the ...
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| vinyl flooring | 7/7/2008 |
Q: I have the mannington audura plank flooring. the kind that you would glue down. My question is that ...
A: If you move heavy furniture or appliances back on the flooring immediately after installation, the ...
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| engineered hardwood floating vs. glue down installation | 7/7/2008 |
Q: i have recently purchased some very beautiful 3/8 x 3" engineered hardwood, which comes in about 5 ...
A: again, Jim;Kempas does not come from Brazil. It comes from Southeast Asia. It is a hard, course ...
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| engineered hardwood floating vs. glue down installation | 7/6/2008 |
Q: i have recently purchased some very beautiful 3/8 x 3" engineered hardwood, which comes in about 5 ...
A: First, know what you purchased. You purchased a product that comes from trees. It acts like a ...
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| ceramic tile | 7/5/2008 |
Q: We are remodeling our kitchen and our intentions were to put in ceramic tile. We were told that ...
A: I've never heard that type of complaint with ceramic. I would assume that type of complaint could ...
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| thinset mortar | 7/4/2008 |
Q: I have a customer who is very sensitive to latex. Even that which is airborne. Thus, I am using ...
A: again, Tim; Your indication that you would suggest that she leave the house for several days ...
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| Which Flooring? | 7/3/2008 |
Q: We are considering replacing our carpet with hardwood type flooring. Our subflooring is ...
A: First remember that carpet is one of the healthiest floor coverings you can have. It has a pile ...
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| mudroom floor | 7/3/2008 |
Q: Our mudroom carpet got wet this last winter, probably from seepage from the adjoining crawl space. ...
A: Since some of the tiles are loose, you really don't know how the moisture has affected the adhesive ...
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| mudroom floor | 7/3/2008 |
Q: Our mudroom carpet got wet this last winter, probably from seepage from the adjoining crawl space. ...
A: again, Fieh Chan; If the tiles are loose and the adhesive is fugitive, anything you put over the ...
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| mudroom floor | 7/3/2008 |
Q: Our mudroom carpet got wet this last winter, probably from seepage from the adjoining crawl space. ...
A: Most important NOT to attempt to remove any of the tiles until you are CERTAIN that they do not ...
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| carpet over hardwood | 7/2/2008 |
Q: We have oak floors that are freezing cold in winter, and it would be very difficult to insulate in ...
A: Carpet and/or area rugs must have proper padding under them. You could consider putting area rugs ...
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| Floorcovering for unheated space | 7/2/2008 |
Q: We recently started a building project for a cabin in the North Woods of Wisconsin. It is our ...
A: again, Lisa; We do numerous inspections of vinyl floors in manufactured homes. The vast majority ...
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| Floorcovering for unheated space | 7/2/2008 |
Q: We recently started a building project for a cabin in the North Woods of Wisconsin. It is our ...
A: We do not sell, install, or maintain any type of floor coverings. We are floor covering inspectors. ...
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| carpet | 7/2/2008 |
Q: Can you review these carpet specs and tell me if this is a quality carpet that will hold up to high ...
A: again, Kellie;The weight density factor is decent. Remember that you definitely need a walk-off mat ...
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| carpet | 7/2/2008 |
Q: Can you review these carpet specs and tell me if this is a quality carpet that will hold up to high ...
A: Nylon is, just about, the strongest wearing fiber known, so wear will not be a problem. Nylon won't ...
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| slate tiles that popped up | 7/1/2008 |
Q: I have a small mud room, that is heated, and the 12 inch slate tiles have pooped up. Underneath of ...
A: again, Gretchen; Either the wrong adhesive was used, or you do have a moisture problem that you ...
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| slate tiles that popped up | 7/1/2008 |
Q: I have a small mud room, that is heated, and the 12 inch slate tiles have pooped up. Underneath of ...
A: Stay away from that installer. Too much money for what he wants to do. A couple of questions. Are ...
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| linoleum floor - yellow staining from bath mats | 7/1/2008 |
Q: I read your note about the staining of linoleum from bath mats. I've just sold my home and, to my ...
A: I don't mean to talk down to you, however you are using terms that may be incorrect. Linoleum is a ...
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| OSB/Carpet | 7/1/2008 |
Q: Do you anticipate any problem with using glue down carpet on OSB used as a fire rated floor?
A: Where is the carpet being used? In a residence or a business? If the carpet is a 'commercial' ...
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| stone flooring | 6/30/2008 |
Q: can I set 18by18 marble tiles with out any spacing between them?
A: Do you mean no grout or absolutely no room between tiles, not even a 1/64 to 1/32 inch space? You ...
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| choosing flooring for kitchen/dining/laundry | 6/30/2008 |
Q: We are looking to replace the vinyl flooring in our kitchen, dining room, hall, and laundry room but ...
A: again, Cari; Any hard surfaced flooring would need enough, proper, absorbent walk-off mats, at each ...
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| marble tiles | 6/30/2008 |
Q: I am trying to find 16x16 white carrera marble tiles, but I am not having any luck. I was wondering ...
A: Sorry, I don't know where 16x16's can be had. I know where 12x12's and 18x18's are available. If ...
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| choosing flooring for kitchen/dining/laundry | 6/29/2008 |
Q: We are looking to replace the vinyl flooring in our kitchen, dining room, hall, and laundry room but ...
A: Why do you want to replace the vinyl floor? What problems have you had? Wood, laminate, bamboo, ...
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| Laminate Flooring | 6/29/2008 |
Q: We bought our home (built in 1991) last summer, and before moving in, had all the carpet on the top ...
A: again, Shilo; If you are using area rugs, make sure you use proper rug pads under them. If you ...
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| Mud Setting travertine on a concrete floor | 6/29/2008 |
Q: John, Although I am not a professional tile setter I have done many small tile projects and numerous ...
A: Different manufacturers of tile have specific installation requirements for their products. There ...
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| Concrete staining carpet | 6/29/2008 |
Q: We carpeted our basement rooms over a poured concrete slab.In one room, the carpet is turning a off ...
A: again, Steve; First, NEVER, EVER have anything to do with ANY carpet salesperson who tells you to ...
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| Laminate Flooring | 6/29/2008 |
Q: We bought our home (built in 1991) last summer, and before moving in, had all the carpet on the top ...
A: What you need to investigate is the method of the installation of the laminate. Perhaps an air vent ...
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| Concrete staining carpet | 6/28/2008 |
Q: We carpeted our basement rooms over a poured concrete slab.In one room, the carpet is turning a off ...
A: Tell me about the type of carpet you have. Of what is the pile made. Is it nylon, olefin, ...
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| Flooring on a slab | 6/26/2008 |
Q: Hey there. I have a home with an above grade concrete slab. I am looking to have prefinished ...
A: Have a moisture test taken of the concrete, then, if there is no moisture problem, apply a leveler ...
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| Hardwood flooring on underfloor heating | 6/25/2008 |
Q: pretty soon im going to be installing oak flooring throughout a new build with underfloor heating. i ...
A: again, Rhodri;First let your girlfriend's parents know what they intend to have on their floors. ...
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| Random Orbital Floor Sander | 6/25/2008 |
Q: Any recommendations for a Random Orbital Floor Sander? What should I be looking for? What don’t I ...
A: again, Randy; If you are just going to do one room and you are planning to rent equipment, it would ...
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| installation of large tiles | 6/25/2008 |
Q: My wife and I are building a new home in Ottawa, Canada and we are thinking of installing porcelain ...
A: First know what you intend to purchase. You are purchasing a non-absorbent hard surfaced floor. ...
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| Choosing the best flooring for a garage which has been converted into an apartment | 6/24/2008 |
Q: About 10 yrs. ago we converted our garage into a mother-in-law apt. We used vinyl a flooring. A ...
A: If you had mildew and moisture, you have a moisture problem in the concrete, and/or in the walls. ...
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| Vinyl Floor | 6/23/2008 |
Q: I had to start a new question. It said I had too many followups. :) The adhesive is made by ...
A: A 'U' shaped will allow more adhesive to be applied, so you might want to have two trowels, one 'U' ...
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| direction question | 6/23/2008 |
Q: My wife and are heading up to our cottage in a couple of days, and our "big project" for this year ...
A: again, John; You mention laminate and hardwood. Two different products. Laminate is not hardwood. ...
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| Hardwood flooring on underfloor heating | 6/23/2008 |
Q: pretty soon im going to be installing oak flooring throughout a new build with underfloor heating. i ...
A: You mention, 'throughout a new build'. Is this a commercial installation or in a home? What room ...
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| direction question | 6/23/2008 |
Q: My wife and are heading up to our cottage in a couple of days, and our "big project" for this year ...
A: Pergo is not a good choice. There are other laminate products on the market that are better choices ...
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| flexitech flooring | 6/22/2008 |
Q: john, hi. i'm trying to find new flooring for my kitchen. i have some pretty nice congoleum in ...
A: When you say they leveled the floor under it, was that done on an old vinyl floor or on the ...
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| Wood floors | 6/22/2008 |
Q: I own a second story condo and I want to put in wood floors but I'm concerned about the daily noise ...
A: There are noise reduction underlayments available, but they 'ain't' cheap. You would have to take ...
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| Vinyl / Leveling Compound | 6/22/2008 |
Q: We are replacing a tub / shower with a new one. The new one is not as wide as the old, so there is ...
A: I suggest that you check with floor covering installation suppliers where floor covering installers ...
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| carpet over carpet | 6/21/2008 |
Q: I have about 1600 sqft of office space that presently has commercial jute back carpet glued to the ...
A: Carpet is not designed to be padding, so it must come up. Also, even if you have that old carpet ...
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| Hardwood flooring selection | 6/21/2008 |
Q: I am looking at engineered hardwood flooring and want to go with a good, quality company, the cost ...
A: again, Julie;I have a border collie. They normally run all over the place. Her nails even scratch ...
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| Vinyl / Leveling Compound | 6/21/2008 |
Q: We are replacing a tub / shower with a new one. The new one is not as wide as the old, so there is ...
A: again, Lee;Glad your project is working along, however, please remember to get the installation ...
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| Cracks on newly installed marble | 6/20/2008 |
Q: We have our kitchen floor installed with natural marble by a professional contractor. The marble ...
A: again, Phuong Ha;Different manufactuers of tile, no matter what type, have their own installation ...
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| Hardwood flooring selection | 6/20/2008 |
Q: I am looking at engineered hardwood flooring and want to go with a good, quality company, the cost ...
A: No matter what type of floor covering you wish to purchase, you should know what you are buying, its ...
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| Moisture between tiles and chip wood subfloor | 6/20/2008 |
Q: I suspect some moisture between tiles and the chip wood subfloor underneath it in one of my ...
A: Moisture can result in mold and mildew growth. They are living microragnisms. They are tremdous ...
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| Vinyl / Leveling Compound | 6/19/2008 |
Q: We are replacing a tub / shower with a new one. The new one is not as wide as the old, so there is ...
A: Patching, leveling, etc., are all just stop gap measures that will fail, in time, especially where ...
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| Cracks on newly installed marble | 6/19/2008 |
Q: We have our kitchen floor installed with natural marble by a professional contractor. The marble ...
A: Without personally seeing your installation, from your description it appears that there are several ...
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| care for hardwood floor | 6/18/2008 |
Q: what is the best way to care and clean a meritage engineered hardwood floor.
A: First, please DON'T use one of those 'over the counter' products. The hardwood floor has a top ...
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| floor tiles - maintenance | 6/18/2008 |
Q: I have a floor tile maintenance question. We installed dark brown tiles in our kitchen/living room ...
A: I went to that website and all I could determine that you have purchased a ceramic tile. I could ...
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| thickness of hardwoods | 6/18/2008 |
Q: We are currently deciding on what hardwood flooring to put in our living/dining/kitchen area and are ...
A: Several things you need to consider. First, know what you are purchasing. You are purchasing a ...
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| Hardwood floor installation question | 6/14/2008 |
Q: Can I install an engineered hardwood floor by gluing it down over a floating laminate floor? I'd ...
A: First-you are dealing with hard surfaced floors, the laminate and engineered hardwood. Hard ...
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| Hardwood floor installation question | 6/14/2008 |
Q: Can I install an engineered hardwood floor by gluing it down over a floating laminate floor? I'd ...
A: No, you must remove the floating floor because it is not an acceptable underlayment for an ...
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| ditra underlayment | 6/13/2008 |
Q: My builder installed my ceramic tile on my post tension slab using a product similar to ditra as an ...
A: The very first thing you need to do is obtain, from your builder, the name of the manufacturer of ...
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| fixing tiles | 6/13/2008 |
Q: what is a VC shield on tiles? what is the best way to install a ceramic tile with VC shield on to ...
A: again, v;Don't stick the tiles to the surface of the mosaic. Remember that adhesive has two ...
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| fixing tiles | 6/13/2008 |
Q: what is a VC shield on tiles? what is the best way to install a ceramic tile with VC shield on to ...
A: In my unanswered follow-up questions, I received the same follow-up question I answered. I just ...
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| fixing tiles | 6/13/2008 |
Q: what is a VC shield on tiles? what is the best way to install a ceramic tile with VC shield on to ...
A: Sorry, I've never heard of a VC shield. Ask whom ever is giving you that terminology, its meaning. ...
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| floating Kahr wood | 6/12/2008 |
Q: We had Kahr floating wood install over cement in our basement. We are having odors and wet spot in a ...
A: The odors need to be identified, however, if you see a wet spot, you may have mold or mildew. From ...
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| Best Underlayment | 6/11/2008 |
Q: I have two questions regarding underlayment for tile: 1) When is it appropriate to install cement ...
A: You mention the word, 'tile'. What type of tile? Vinyl, ceramic, porcelain, travertine, carpet ...
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| Waterproofing under Hardwood Flooring | 6/9/2008 |
Q: I am working on an apartment renovation and we are being required to waterproof the hardwood floor ...
A: First nothing is water proof. There is water resistant, however you are dealing with wood. Wood ...
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| Vinyl removal from concrete before laminate | 6/9/2008 |
Q: We just purchased a condo built in 1982 and are remodeling the kitchen. It is on a concrete slab and ...
A: again, Sue;You need more than a paint scraper. You might want to try a paint scraper, however the ...
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| Vinyl removal from concrete before laminate | 6/8/2008 |
Q: We just purchased a condo built in 1982 and are remodeling the kitchen. It is on a concrete slab and ...
A: First, I would not suggest you use laminate in a kitchen. Laminate is a polyurethane type ...
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| Installing over tile | 6/7/2008 |
Q: We currently have 12x12 Italian Tile in a dark Terra Cotta color installed in a kitchen & dining ...
A: To install over the tile, you would have to install another underlayment such as plywood, lauan, or ...
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| floor | 6/7/2008 |
Q: we live in Texas - our house foundation is slab - there is an area of our interior floor ...
A: When you say buckle, do you mean that the boards have a convex shape (crowning), or do you mean that ...
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| flooring for Sunday School rooms | 6/6/2008 |
Q: Would a vinyl flooring such as Konecto be good to replace carpet in Sunday School rooms?
A: First, remember that carpet is one of the healthiest floor coverings one can have. It has a pile ...
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| travertine floor | 6/5/2008 |
Q: i just had travertine floor install in my living room and kitchen (french pattern). Grout already ...
A: Travertine is a soft stone, and the grout could be a mortar based or an acrylic based. The shine ...
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| VCT that is textured and has a grout? | 6/4/2008 |
Q: I was visiting a business the other day and I commented on how beautiful their tile was. It was a ...
A: The grout line just may be a 'fake' grout line that is manufactured in the tiles. We have that same ...
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| previous plywood preparation | 6/4/2008 |
Q: What should I use to prepare(smooth) the plywood for replacing previous lino with "peel and stick" ...
A: The adhesive on the peel & stick tiles, as well as any other adhesive, has two grabs. One grab ...
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| tile on slab | 6/3/2008 |
Q: I just removed carpet and have 20x20 tiles to install. Left on the slab was paint, and the stuff ...
A: You mention 20x20 tiles. What kind of tiles-ceramic, vinyl, etc. A several things to ...
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| hardibacker install | 6/3/2008 |
Q: can i use bostiks best to install 1/4 inch haribacker over osb to strengthen floor
A: Contact the James Hardi Company who makes Hardibacker. They will let you know if osb is an ...
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| Staining woodworking | 6/2/2008 |
Q: We hired a reliable contractor to build our new home. He recommended a painter and the same person ...
A: Cudos to your painter/stainer. He is totally correct and knows that floor coverings MUST be the ...
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| Best flooring with 2 active cats | 6/2/2008 |
Q: I currently have 8 year old builder installed carpeting throughout my 1200 sf slab foundation house ...
A: No wishful thinking. It's all do-able. Carpet is one of the healthiest floor coverings you can ...
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| carpet on top of carpet-fire dangers | 6/2/2008 |
Q: recent CSI episode showed new carpet over older carpet with flammable matarials construction, ...
A: First, carpet was not designed to be padding. Any carpet that is installed must be installed over ...
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| marble tile around fireplace | 5/31/2008 |
Q: I have a project in need of your assistance please.the fireplace has marble tile on the floor in ...
A: Sorry, I'm not understanding your question. Do you mean you have marble tiles on the floor, in ...
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| carpeting floating stairs | 5/31/2008 |
Q: What is the best installation technique for carpeting floating stairs. I took over a job that is ...
A: I would need to know more information as of what type of floor are the steps made, what type of pad, ...
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| preparing floor to lay laminate | 5/31/2008 |
Q: There was originally indoor-outdoor carpet, throughout our house. The subflooring is particleboard, ...
A: First, why are you putting down laminate. Carpet is one of the healthiest floor covering one can ...
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| Squeaky tile floors | 5/29/2008 |
Q: We have ceramic tile floors which are squeaking in one are. We have tried screwing and nailing from ...
A: I truly hope that solution will work, because the dimensional stability of the grout may have been ...
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| laminate floor | 5/28/2008 |
Q: We recently installed a laminate floating floor in a customers laundry room, since then her washer ...
A: again, Megan; First I wanted to let you know who we are. We do not sell, install, or maintain any ...
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| laminate floor | 5/28/2008 |
Q: We recently installed a laminate floating floor in a customers laundry room, since then her washer ...
A: Not a good choice to install a laminate in a laundry room, especially floating. I assume you have a ...
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| rectified porcelin tiles | 5/27/2008 |
Q: I have installed 1 ceramic tile floor, but I have a home owner that wants me to do a 18" rectified ...
A: If your customer insists that you do it, and you told him you were not qualified, if I were you I ...
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| carpeting | 5/26/2008 |
Q: My husband and I are remodeling and are at the point of choosing carpeting for our bedroom. I told ...
A: You are certainly more than welcome. If you have any other questions please feel free to contact me ...
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| carpeting | 5/26/2008 |
Q: My husband and I are remodeling and are at the point of choosing carpeting for our bedroom. I told ...
A: again, MaryLee;Olefin has a low melting point. When the colored olefin chips are melted down and ...
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| carpeting | 5/25/2008 |
Q: My husband and I are remodeling and are at the point of choosing carpeting for our bedroom. I told ...
A: We suggest that you not consider Shaw products. We do not sell, install, or maintain any floor ...
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| Squeaky tile floors | 5/24/2008 |
Q: We have ceramic tile floors which are squeaking in one are. We have tried screwing and nailing from ...
A: Without doing an on-site inspection, I can only guess. Usually squeaking is due to an installation ...
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| Floating Floor | 5/24/2008 |
Q: Could you please tell me why one should not apply wax to a floating floor? I love shiny floors, and ...
A: When you say floating, what type of floor do you have-Laminate, engineered hardwood, vinyl, etc. If ...
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| Best Carpet pad for Area Rug | 5/24/2008 |
Q: My question is regarding the best carpet pad to use with my area rug. I have an 8x10 wool area ...
A: When you place an area rug on top of carpet remember that you somewhat inhibit natural evaporation ...
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| tile removal | 5/23/2008 |
Q: John, I'm removing old 9" ceramic tile that were set in mortar over a plywood subfloor (circa ...
A: You do need to have a smooth plywood underlayment, so you can either obtain a grinder that can ...
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| Carpet to carpet transition | 5/21/2008 |
Q: We are remodeling the stairs by replacing the carpet with oak stained wood caps and carpet in the ...
A: The transition strips could be vinyl, rubber, or wood. The wood cap manufacturer may also make ...
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| OSB board | 5/21/2008 |
Q: I have ripped out my carpet in hallway. I have OSB board as subfloor. I have no money. Can I stain ...
A: again, Rosemary;If you have a moisture problem that is 'hidden' under any of your floor coverings, ...
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| L shaped room | 5/21/2008 |
Q: We have an L shaped room that we are putting carpet down in. My husband and I are debating about ...
A: I don't mean to be rude, but if you want to get it right, have it professionally installed by a ...
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| Wide gaps in Wood Floor | 5/21/2008 |
Q: I need information on who to call to fix this problem. We've been told that when the wide plank, ...
A: I don't think the information you received about the wood being 'green' is accurate. From your ...
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| OSB board | 5/21/2008 |
Q: I have ripped out my carpet in hallway. I have OSB board as subfloor. I have no money. Can I stain ...
A: Sorry to hear about your financial position. I would not suggest staining or sealing the OSB ...
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| vinyl tile | 5/19/2008 |
Q: Should I avoid peel and stick vinyl tile (1.2mm thickness) if the manufacturer says that stiletto ...
A: Just about ANY hard surfaced floor covering (vinyl, hardwood, laminate, and some stones and grout ...
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| travertine tile | 5/18/2008 |
Q: what is the best way to install 3' x 3' travertine tile on a mortar bed?
A: Your question leaves many unanswered items such as what type of underlayment do you have, what type ...
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| Basement flooring | 5/18/2008 |
Q: John- We recently purchased a house. In the basement they covered all of the floors with ...
A: That gooy, sticky substance may have been adhesive that was used to install an old floor covering ...
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| Patio enclosure floor covering | 5/17/2008 |
Q: I have a patio enclosure with a smooth trowel concrete floor. I'm considering a porcelain tile ...
A: First you must obtain the porcelain tile manufacturer's installation manual to see what type of ...
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| tile removel | 5/16/2008 |
Q: how many square feet per hour can I remove with airhammer ANSWER: Hi Liz;Forget the air hammer. ...
A: again, Liz;I know of no table that would give a sq. ft. per hour listing, however, it really depends ...
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| Wood Flooring Gaps | 5/14/2008 |
Q: Mr. Michaels, I just purchased a new home. We have wood floors throughout the main floor. ...
A: Acceptable gapping is usually 1/32 to 1/16 inch, however it really depends upon the type of wood, ...
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| floor painting | 5/13/2008 |
Q: I have an odd problem with my floors. When we built our house, we ran out of construction mortgage ...
A: again, Florence; The plywood will also absorb paint and it may take several coats to cover. It ...
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| basement flooring options | 5/13/2008 |
Q: what is the best flooring for a basement that occasionally takes in water...we've done evrything we ...
A: I suggest that you don't use the vinyl tiles. They are hard, and if you have kids running around, ...
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| basement flooring options | 5/13/2008 |
Q: what is the best flooring for a basement that occasionally takes in water...we've done evrything we ...
A: Moisture is a major problem with any floor covering and it needs to be corrected before you install ...
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| floor painting | 5/13/2008 |
Q: I have an odd problem with my floors. When we built our house, we ran out of construction mortgage ...
A: If you seal the hardwood after you have sanded and thoroughly vacuumed so there is no saw dust under ...
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| tile to carpet transition | 5/13/2008 |
Q: I just had some ceramic tile installed in a portion of my family room (at the entrance area from the ...
A: again, Sue; Z bar is fine, however I think you should have your installers show it to you before ...
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| tile removel | 5/12/2008 |
Q: how many square feet per hour can I remove with airhammer
A: Forget the air hammer. That is no way to remove tiles. First, how old are the tiles. Are they ...
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| poshing marks on new polished porcelain floor | 5/12/2008 |
Q: We recently had our whole house tiled in a 600x600 polished porcelain tile. We engaged a ...
A: A couple of things come to mind. First, there are porcelain tiles that contain a 'glazed' surface ...
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| Removing Vinyl Sheet Flooring Laid Over Hardwood | 5/12/2008 |
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