By FAF Staff Writer, (139 words) Posted in General Flooring Information on October 6, 2010
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If you are in the market for flooring, now is the time to buy. Mohawk is offering their flooring customers up to $300 off SmartStrand Sorona Carpet through November 15. Smartstand is made with DuPont Sorona renewably sourced polymer derived from corn sugar which makes this Mohawk carpet green. With their flooring sale, you can now save some green while choosing green.
This sale isn't just limited to carpet. Mohawk is also offering up to $150 off on select laminate flooring. This flooring sale also offers special 24 month financing through the Mohawk Consumer Finance Program and even a free Mohawk FloorCare Essentials kit with a special mail-in offer.
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Cork Flooring Installation Tips
By FAF Staff Writer, (242 words) Posted in Cork Flooring on September 15, 2010
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Cork is a sustainable green flooring option that is resistant to scratches, mildew and mold and is naturally flame retardant. Another advantage is that it is highly sound and impact absorbent and an efficient thermal insulator. Many people choose to install cork flooring for its benefits.
The first step in installation is to open the boxes and expose the cork flooring for between 48 and 72 hours in the same room, to allow the planks to acclimate. Then prepare the sub–floor ensuring that it is totally clean, debris–free, level and perfectly dry. If necessary repair any cracks till the surface is absolutely smooth. Cork can be installed on most existing floors like wood, laminate or concrete. However the floor treatment will vary accordingly. A cork floor needs no underlayment other than a vapor barrier like a plastic sheet.
It is not too difficult to install a click-together floating cork floor but a few guidelines are worth remembering. While cork is suitable for most areas in the house, any unglued seams are bound to absorb moisture which will inevitably swell and warp the individual planks. So cork flooring in damp areas like bathrooms must be avoided.
Use the special tapping block supplied by the manufacturer to butt the planks together to make certain of an efficient and undamaged joint.
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions if a polyurethane finish coat is recommended after installation. This will serve as an extra protective layer which will increase the operating life of the cork floor.
SarahBell posted on: October 7, 2010
Thanks for sharinh. I didn't know that cork floor has so many advantages. In my opinion the big advantage of this type of floor is that it's resistant to mildew and mold.
Liquid Rubber posted on: November 13, 2010
Sounds good, this is really what that can make our work more easy and useful, thanks for posting this information, i am also looking forward for more updates.
TORLYS posted on: February 23, 2011
Good post,
I am weighing out options for cork and laminate flooring. I've heard cork floors are easier to install and better for pets, so probably leaning on that.
Polly posted on: March 15, 2011
I'm considering a cork floor in my kitchen. My kitchen is small, but I like the idea of cork for it's warmth and feeling under the feet. Any comments, nay or yay?
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Cork is a sustainable green flooring option that is resistant to scratches, mildew and mold and is naturally flame retardant. Another advantage is that it is highly sound and impact absorbent and an efficient thermal insulator. Many people choose to install cork flooring for its benefits.
The first step in installation is to open the boxes and expose the cork flooring for between 48 and 72 hours in the same room, to allow the planks to acclimate. Then prepare the sub–floor ensuring that it is totally clean, debris–free, level and perfectly dry. If necessary repair any cracks till the surface is absolutely smooth. Cork can be installed on most existing floors like wood, laminate or concrete. However the floor treatment will vary accordingly. A cork floor needs no underlayment other than a vapor barrier like a plastic sheet.
It is not too difficult to install a click-together floating cork floor but a few guidelines are worth remembering. While cork is suitable for most areas in the house, any unglued seams are bound to absorb moisture which will inevitably swell and warp the individual planks. So cork flooring in damp areas like bathrooms must be avoided.
Use the special tapping block supplied by the manufacturer to butt the planks together to make certain of an efficient and undamaged joint.
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions if a polyurethane finish coat is recommended after installation. This will serve as an extra protective layer which will increase the operating life of the cork floor.
SarahBell posted on: October 7, 2010 Thanks for sharinh. I didn't know that cork floor has so many advantages. In my opinion the big advantage of this type of floor is that it's resistant to mildew and mold.
Liquid Rubber posted on: November 13, 2010
Sounds good, this is really what that can make our work more easy and useful, thanks for posting this information, i am also looking forward for more updates.
TORLYS posted on: February 23, 2011
Good post,
I am weighing out options for cork and laminate flooring. I've heard cork floors are easier to install and better for pets, so probably leaning on that.
Polly posted on: March 15, 2011
I'm considering a cork floor in my kitchen. My kitchen is small, but I like the idea of cork for it's warmth and feeling under the feet. Any comments, nay or yay?
Imru posted on: September 29, 2011
So, by pointing to the exact point of Crok flooring installation, you've revealed the strong part of a home improvement. This sort of make over or designing is necessary to make the house more attractive. For that purpose, your point of views are praise worthy. One can find such floor at burleson flooring store
Jaky Ros posted on: October 28, 2011
For improving a home a lots of things are involved like kitchen remodeling,Bathroom remodeling, choosing best floor or whether it'll be of Wood or tile's and so on. For these purpose,here a lots of stuff to get the right direction to choose the best option. And I more liked the step by step approach for every details.
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Bonding Hardwood Floors
By FAF Staff Writer, (272 words) Posted in Hardwood Flooring on November 23, 2010
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When bonding a hardwood floor, the first consideration must be the substrate floor and whether it is concrete, floorboards or asphalt and the condition it is in. Once the substrate has been prepared carefully either of the following adhesive systems can be utilized.
Full Surface Bonding
This method requires adhesive to be spread across the entire substrate floor using a notched trowel, forming a grooved pattern in the bond (rather like tile adhesive methods). This technique is suitable for all types of wood flooring. Work in small sections, as the wood needs to be put into place immediately. Recommended bonds SikaBond® T54, SikaBond® AT–84.
Bead Application
This system of bonding reduces the amount of adhesive required but can only be used with solid wood and engineered wood boards (not a suitable method for parquet). The adhesive is applied from a tube system using a glue gun in straight lines so that the beads of glue run at right angles to the direction you are laying the boards. This is a fast and effective method but again work in small sections, as the boards need to be in place within half an hour.
Remember that most adhesives have a minimum drying time ranging from 12 – 36 hours for the boards to bond securely. There are many products on the market to care for your wood flooring. Some care however must be taken to protect the wood, as some products are not suitable for wood floors and will damage, dull and coat the flooring. Be sure to ask refer to the manufacturer's recommended cleaning products.
This article was written by Joesephine Ewan from Ambience Solid Oak Flooring, UK
LONE TREE Oak Flooring posted on: March 23, 2011
Great tips, I hope I will be able to do it myself by following your tips.
STL Wood Floor Co posted on: April 14, 2011
Be careful to know what you are getting into, hardwood glue downs can be challenging. Mainly because it is time sensitive!You can't stand back and think about it for a few minutes. It is best for DIY's to stick to nail-downs.
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Document Masking posted on: July 23, 2011
Yap really, nice instruction you shared but I have a confusion is there any difference between Strip Flooring and Plank Flooring
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While using Bead Application is it possible to give any design for the floor? Document Redaction
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Hardwood floors add a certain touch of style, warmth, and elegance to a home, which is why they’re among the best investments any homeowner, can make in order to improve his or her property value. Unlike many other types of flooring, hardwoods actually improve in both value and appearance as time goes by, and the older the floor becomes, the greater appeal it’s likely to have. The antique flooring will suit our house and the interior of our house. Thanks for sharing..
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Tawny0Corporal posted on: October 12, 2011
I think when bonding a hardwood floor the first consideration must be the substrate floor and whether it is concrete, floorboards or ashphalt.
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When bonding a hardwood floor, the first consideration must be the substrate floor and whether it is concrete, floorboards or asphalt and the condition it is in. Once the substrate has been prepared carefully either of the following adhesive systems can be utilized.
Full Surface Bonding
This method requires adhesive to be spread across the entire substrate floor using a notched trowel, forming a grooved pattern in the bond (rather like tile adhesive methods). This technique is suitable for all types of wood flooring. Work in small sections, as the wood needs to be put into place immediately. Recommended bonds SikaBond® T54, SikaBond® AT–84.
Bead Application
This system of bonding reduces the amount of adhesive required but can only be used with solid wood and engineered wood boards (not a suitable method for parquet). The adhesive is applied from a tube system using a glue gun in straight lines so that the beads of glue run at right angles to the direction you are laying the boards. This is a fast and effective method but again work in small sections, as the boards need to be in place within half an hour.
Remember that most adhesives have a minimum drying time ranging from 12 – 36 hours for the boards to bond securely. There are many products on the market to care for your wood flooring. Some care however must be taken to protect the wood, as some products are not suitable for wood floors and will damage, dull and coat the flooring. Be sure to ask refer to the manufacturer's recommended cleaning products.
This article was written by Joesephine Ewan from Ambience Solid Oak Flooring, UK
LONE TREE Oak Flooring posted on: March 23, 2011 Great tips, I hope I will be able to do it myself by following your tips.
STL Wood Floor Co posted on: April 14, 2011
Be careful to know what you are getting into, hardwood glue downs can be challenging. Mainly because it is time sensitive!You can't stand back and think about it for a few minutes. It is best for DIY's to stick to nail-downs.
Hardwood Flooring posted on: July 21, 2011
Hardwood Floors offer natural durability. It also offer many colors, styles, finish, textures. Hardwood flooring not only looks wonderful but it can add value to your property and, indeed, make it a focal selling point.
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Document Masking posted on: July 23, 2011
Yap really, nice instruction you shared but I have a confusion is there any difference between Strip Flooring and Plank Flooring
robbie addison posted on: July 23, 2011
While using Bead Application is it possible to give any design for the floor? Document Redaction
Oak timber flooring posted on: October 3, 2011
Hardwood floors add a certain touch of style, warmth, and elegance to a home, which is why they’re among the best investments any homeowner, can make in order to improve his or her property value. Unlike many other types of flooring, hardwoods actually improve in both value and appearance as time goes by, and the older the floor becomes, the greater appeal it’s likely to have. The antique flooring will suit our house and the interior of our house. Thanks for sharing..
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Tawny0Corporal posted on: October 12, 2011
I think when bonding a hardwood floor the first consideration must be the substrate floor and whether it is concrete, floorboards or ashphalt.
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Flooring By Climate
By FAF Staff Writer, (180 words) Posted in General Flooring Information on September 27, 2010
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Climates vary from coast to coast and depending where you live, you might need to choose a floor that will stand up to your environment. Areas that are dusty, or get a lot of rain or snow are hard on floors, especially around the entrance. Rain and snow brings in moisture along with mud which is highly abrasive. An entrance area might be best served by a tiled floor. Ceramic or porcelain tile is extremely durable and is easy to clean. It’s also wise to place entrance mats both inside and outside the door as they will help reduce the amount of moisture and dirt that is brought into a home.
We often recommend removing shoes inside the home. You might be surprised how much faster floors will wear when shoes are worn in the house. Many people use house slippers and are sure to only wear them only inside the home. This will keep your floors protected from dirt and moisture.
For more information on flooring that is specific to climates, see our climate–friendly flooring section.
Best Flooring For Dogs
By FAF Staff Writer, (268 words) Posted in Friendly Flooring on December 2, 2010
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If you have a dog or dogs in your home, your flooring has probably been victim to scuffs, stains and even lingering odor. Any flooring you can think of has its pros and cons, so it’s a fine balancing act which flooring best suits your dog. Many dog owners go for a ceramic tile floor in the belief that it has a durable surface that is not absorbent. That is partly correct, but with ceramic tile comes grout and grout is very porous and susceptible to staining. It is recommended to seal the grout to help avoid staining and discoloration. The downside to ceramic is that the surface can be is slippery and hard on the dog’s joints, especially as they age.
Carpet is much softer and more comfortable under paws, but it’s not the ideal choice with a dog because carpet is liable to stain and hold odors. Dog hair is also hard to remove from carpet and unless carpet is vacuumed almost daily, dog hair can become almost embedded in carpet fibers.
Hardwood flooring can be damaged by a dog’s nails so look for a wood with a high Janka rating as well as one with a strong finish. It’s often the finish that gets scratched and damaged by a dog’s nails.
You can achieve the look of hardwood with laminate. A high quality laminate flooring is known for it’s durability and many people choose it when they have pets. One caution with laminate, it does not respond well to water or liquid so make sure spills are wiped up immediately. Once laminate is damaged, it can’t be repaired, it must be replaced.
ProSand Construction Group, LLC. posted on: December 15, 2010 Pet’s owner’s know how difficult it can be on hardwood floors. There are a few tips to help prevent damage to your hardwood floors. The first and most difficult to implement is to place booties on your pets feet.
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This article can really help me answering those clients that have questions regarding the appropriate flooring installed if they have dogs as their pets.
Most especially to those who have carpets with them. So, in most cases carpets should be in place which is not accessible by dogs, right?
the the upper surface of flooring, is very rough so that the nails of pets do not sleep, further the fer of dog is get trap in rough surface.
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Choosing a floor for Dog is really tough. Yes, a Hardwood burleson laminate floor can be the best option as it'll be the safest approach for pets.It'll be also easier to keep it clean.
Hrittik posted on: October 28, 2011For improving a home a lots of things are involved like kitchen remodeling,Bathroom remodeling, choosing best floor or whether it'll be of Wood or tile's and so on. For these purpose,here a lots of stuff to get the right direction to choose the best option. And I more liked the step by step approach for every details.
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lewisville sell house posted on: October 31, 2011The most important thing about flooring for dog as well as human beings is it should not be slippery, Rough surface help to walk more comfortably!
bob posted on: October 31, 2011I agree with you that laminate flooring is much better than Hardwood flooring be cause dogs will do less damage on it
Dog Grooming Dallas posted on: November 3, 2011I am really into looking for the best flooring for my dogs. I want to make certain that it is not slippery so that my dog will not be bruised. I think wood flooring is good.
Green Cosmetics posted on: November 11, 2011ceramic tile floor would be slippery, anyone can sleep there is a possibility.
Rose posted on: November 14, 2011Carpet get dirty early and difficult to clean it. It's good idea to use the this type of floor. online printing
Online Tile Shop posted on: November 24, 2011You good have floor tiles in the kitchen with a carpet on rug running to the back door. This will give the dog a nice area to walk on whilst still allowing you to have tiles.
Hardwood Floors and Noise
By FAF Staff Writer, (169 words) Posted in Hardwood Flooring on February 28, 2011
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I was just visiting a friend back east and the first thing I noticed when I opened the door to their beautiful loft was the gorgeous hardwood flooring. What did I notice next? The unbelievable noise I made with my boots as I walked across the floor. It was so loud it almost sounded as though the sound was amplified with a microphone and sound system.
I come from a home that has wall to wall carpet so perhaps I am more sensitive to sounds transmission. However, the noise seemed quite disruptive. When you put leather boots against hardwood flooring, you get quite a racket. Keep in mind these were real hardwood floors, not laminate which tend to be even more noisy when walked upon. For this reason, it is recommended to use some sort of flooring sound barrier under your hardwood floors. Otherwise you might be thrilled with the look of your hardwood floors but not so much the noise that is produced when they are walked upon.
Wholesale Flooring Pro posted on: February 28, 2011 These is a great point and not one that people often think of when choosing flooring and I know noise is a big concern for some people - usually after the fact. I wonder if the noise you noticed might also have been because it was in a loft - high ceilings with unusual angles can amplify the sound. Making sure you're choosing the right flooring for the space is definitely important - not to mention your excellent observation that you need to choose the right kind of installation. Thanks for bringing this up.
Laminate Flooring posted on: March 4, 2011I think that flooring sound barrier is a great solution for laminate flooring, since walking on this type of floor in shoes can be really loud...
Clark posted on: March 15, 2011I just got some gorgeouswalnut flooring which doesn't seem noisy at all
Justinrobert posted on: March 21, 2011The racket with hardwood floor also could be because of echoing sound in the house, I have hardwood floors in san francisco there is sound but not so intense
LONE TREE Oak Flooring posted on: March 23, 2011The hardwood floor designs look beautiful, but the noise part is the only disadvantage.
Jamy Spencer posted on: April 11, 2011The majority of problems with squeaking is actually a subfloor problem, which you have with any flooring. People commonly attribute this to hardwood floors because older homes with noisy subfloors are more likely to have hardwood floors.To fix the problem you have to secure the subfloor to the joists better.
Bamboo Flooring posted on: May 3, 2011Mostly hard surfaces create noise and hardwood floors are one of them. Exotic Wood Floors are good options.
Mike posted on: May 4, 2011Well yeah I agree.... we should use sound barriers and sub floor with some wax underlay paper. The end result I hope for is a limed wood plank floor that looks like it was in a 100 year old farmhouse.
Pat posted on: May 17, 2011I grew up in a large family of five boys with hard wood. My mom used throw rugs to help mitigate the noise of echos. I don't remember it being that noisy and think the rugs helped a lot.
Reclaimed Flooring Co posted on: May 19, 2011Installing an appropriate underlay between the wood floor and sub-floor will help to reduce the noise problem. Minimum of 3.5 inches of extra material would be fine.
New kitchen cabinets posted on: July 21, 2011This is excellent topic. I think the noise problem can be reduce by proper installation of floor. I have install a floor before 2 years and I didn't get any issues. But, Thanks for the excellent advice. This will surely help me in future.
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Empire Today posted on: August 1, 2011I agree with Jamy. Also any type of floor besides carpeting is going to be louder when you are walking on it with big boots on. I have hardwood flooring and dont walk on it with Shoes on, mostly because I want to keep it looking nice but also because of the noise. It is not loud at all when I wear slippers or just socks.
Heated timber floors posted on: August 29, 2011This is excellent topic. I think the noise problem can be reduce by proper installation of floor. I think the noise problem can be reduce by proper installation of floor. I have install a floor before 2 years and I didn't get any issues. Making sure you're choosing the right flooring for the space is definitely important - not to mention your excellent observation that you need to choose the right kind of installation. Thanks for bringing this up.
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Its really an informative talk to discuss something about floorings and its related issues.Timber floors really create the noise pollution, but upto some extent it cab be avoided.
Great post!!!
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Arav posted on: September 24, 2011Such noise on a hardwood floor. It's quite unexpected.As 1st one said, using consistent height may be useful.
Kent Parker posted on: October 8, 2011Typically, engineered wood products are made from the same hardwoods and softwoods used to manufacture lumber. That’s why I always prefer the engineered wood. web design
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Hardwood Flooring and Expansion Gaps
By FAF Staff Writer, (203 words) Posted in Hardwood Flooring on November 1, 2010
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When installing hardwood flooring, it is important to take into leave room for expansion gaps. Hardwood floors, like any other wood reacts to moisture. In humid conditions the wood absorbs moisture and expands. Conversely in dry weather the moisture is released and the wood tends to contract. If gaps are not left and the flooring butts up against the walls, when the flooring expands there is every possibility it will buckle. Expansion gaps are gaps left around the perimeter of the flooring and the baseboard of the walls to allow for this swelling and shrinkage. Recommended expansion gap width is between 3/8” and 3/4”, which can be covered using additional shoe molding or the original baseboard. As a thumb rule, the smaller the room the less the gap required.
The expansion of hardwood flooring will vary from one species to the next. Another contributing factor is the way the wood is cut and the amount of humidity in the atmosphere. In general, solid hardwood expands and contracts more than engineered wood flooring. Engineered hardwood is built in layers which helps to reduce movement. No matter if you are installing engineered hardwood floors or solid wood flooring, always remember to leave room for expansion gaps.
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David Bain posted on: January 5, 2011To prevent Hardwood Flooring from gapping or the opposite cupping you need to do a few things.
#1 Know what the humidity levels are in the home before you deliver the wood flooring and what the recommended levels should be. #2 Ensure that the humidity levels are kept within those parameters to prevent these problems once the floors are installed.
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LONE TREE Oak Flooring posted on: March 23, 2011Thanks for the advice, I am sure your tips will help.
Harley posted on: July 1, 2011after hardwood flooring is installed the polish and shine is lost and there is gap between joints and if we fill that it looks very odd.
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Heated timber floors posted on: August 23, 2011That gorgeous hardwood look can also be recreated with bamboo flooring. This sturdy grass has exploded in popularity as an alternative to harvesting trees due to its rapid renewal rate. Bamboo is considered a highly sustainable resource since it can regrow in only three years (and doesn’t need to be replanted), whereas a tree will take from 10 to 60 years to grow again.
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Absolutely right. A certain gap is always needed to prevent such floor buckling. I think engineered hardwood can be effective for this kind of weather changing problem.
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