11-9

The three phases of flooring installation

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There are basically three phases to a flooring installation :phase one, floor prep;phase two,installation of the floor; phase three, the finishing details, are the most important.

Phase 1
Phase one, floor prep, means making sure your substrate is clean, flat and dry. This is critical to any installation. For soft surfaces, making sure you have backed up or replaced any loose tack strip or old metals will make your carpet job smooth and relatively stress-free. There is nothing more frustrating when you are power-stretching carpet than to have popping tack strip.

For hard surface installations, not properly flattening, sealing and prepping your floor is usually the difference between being a pro and a weekend warrior. If while working on a floating install, you feel like you’re walking on a trampoline, then you probably left your 10’ straight edge at home. At this point you better stop what you’re doing, go home and get it. Pull up what you have done and fix it now, as fixing it later will take much more time and cost much more money.

Phase 2
Phase two is the actual installation of the floor. Sure, it looks pretty easy when you watch them do it on the DIY channel, which is why so many homeowner’s attempt to do it themselves. How hard can it be, right? Well, what they don’t realize is when you are paying for a quality installation, you are really paying for an excellent job not just in phase two, the install, but phases one (floor prep) and phase three (finishing details).

Phase 3
Properly installed base boards, quarter round, base shoe, T-moldings,  scribe moldings and other trims will make the difference , and set you apart from the DIYers. If you really want to set yourself apart from other installers, learn to stain and finish your own trims.

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11-2

Cause of Squeaky Floors

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Squeaks are a common issue with hardwood flooring and have a number of causes. Squeaks can occur between the hardwood flooring and the subfloor or even between the subfloor and the floor joists. Solid wood floor joists can shrink ¼”. If the subfloor isn’t glued properly to the floor joist, it can create a gap between the subfloor and the floor joist and cause a squeak.
Why a subfloor matters for hardwood flooring

A subfloor, especially OSB can shrink when exposed to a dry environment, which is quite common above main heat ducts. This causes the subfloor to loosen its grip on the fastener. This is especially the case if the subfloor has been exposed to moisture prior to installation, because the subfloor would have expanded and then shrunk excessively.

Another cause of squeaks is an uneven or unlevel subfloor. If there is a dip in the subfloor, the wood flooring may not bend and contour to the subfloor and the fasteners may not hold properly. The void between the hardwood flooring and the subfloor at this section may create deflection and cause a squeak.

What cupping and settling does for squeaks in hardwood flooring

Squeaks can also occur in a hardwood floor that has cupped and then settled back down. When the floor cups, the boards edges are raised, which loosens the fasteners making them less effective and creating movement between the hardwood flooring and the subfloor.

Lack of fasteners in hardwood flooring

The most obvious cause of squeaks is a lack of fasteners. If an installer runs out of fasteners in a section of the floor or if there is an inadequate number of fasteners, there will be squeaks. When the wood flooring naturally shrinks and expands, it requires an adequate amount of fasteners to hold it in place of it will become loose and squeak. None of this is to be confused with the “Snap, Crackle, Pop” effect that occurs in every brand new hardwood floor.

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08-5

Different types of floorings to make your home look elegant

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If you are planning to renovate your home then you can try out different types of floorings. They are stylish and unique. Popular ones are oak flooring, wood flooring, Hardwood Flooring.
There are many online stores that deal in different types of interior decoration items. These stores are generally by interior designers who over the years have decorated many homes and offer an expertise outlook and finish to ones homes. If you check out these sites you will see that they cover almost all the aspects of a home starting from the ceiling to the floors. In short you will get everything out there. So if you are planning to renovate your house but have no idea how to go about it then it is best to check out these sites and speak to the designers.
The best idea is if you check out the different sites and then select a few on the basis of the items that they offer. Accordingly call up the interior designers and fix an appointment with them. During your face to face interaction show them the interiors of your house and tell them what exactly you are looking for. Most of us want to give our home a unique and different look that is not easily seen so that everyone who visits our house praises our home a lot.
A great way to give a new and completely different look is by opting for different styles of floors for your home. Generally the floorings of one’s house is mosaic and as such they lack any depth. What you can do is opt for wood flooring. This type of flooring will look great if you want to give your home an old world charm. As the floor is made out of wood they are easy to maintain and clean. Even if they get dirty or there are somestains on the floor, you can easily clean it by only using a cleaning agent and a piece of cloth. These type of floors comes in different shades of brown –dark, light and so on. Depending on the color of the walls and the overall look of the house you can easily pick and choose the color that you would like to opt for.There are other varieties as well from which you can pick and choose. Oak flooring and hardwood flooring are the other popular varieties that you can check out.
So what are you waiting for? Go ahead and check out the stores. Find out the costin volved. See what the designers have got to say. In fact you need to be sure that if you opt for these type of floorings you will be able to maintain the look and style. Don’t opt for it simply.You need to be completely sure as well.

07-18

The Benefits of Tile Floors

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Many people are taking the carpet in living rooms, and placing tile down instead. This is because there are many benefits to tile floors. Learning about some of these benefits will help you decide if tile is ideal in your home.

Tile Floors are Easier to Clean
Another benefits to tile floors is that they are easy to clean. Most simply need to be swept to remove dirt, dust. They should be mopped as needed to remove mud or other elements. The amount of cleaning required is minimal, which makes them appealing to those who don’t have a lot of time to clean their floors.

Tile Floors are Inexpensive to Care For
If you have carpets, you may come to find out that carpet can be expensive to care for. You have to buy a vacuum cleaner and spend money on belts and bags. You have to buy carpet cleaners to prevent stains when spills or pet accidents occur. You may buy a waterproofing product to protect your carpet. And your carpet should be deep cleaned every six months to remove embedded dirt, which can be pricey.

Tile Floors Help Keep Your House Cooler
One of the biggest benefits to tile flooring is that tile floors help to keep your home coolerin the summer. Carpet helps to retain heat, which can make your home feel warmer in the summer.It can help you keep your air conditioning use to a minimum and save on your energy expenses.

They Don’t Hold in Allergens
The last benefit to tile floors is that they don’t hold in allergens. If you have someone in your family who has a breathing condition, such as asthma, or severe allergies, you have to avoid carpet flooring. Carpet can hold in pet dander, dust and other allergens that can irritate these conditions. Tile does not do this, making it a great option for households with allergen concerns.

There are Many Different Types of Tile
Another major benefit to tile is that there are various kinds of floor tile materials available. You can pick ceramic tiles or natural stone tiles, just to name a few of the options.There is a tile for everyone and every style of home. It does not matter whether you want high-end materials, what your budget is, what color tile you want or what size of tile you want. The options are limitless when it comes to tiles available for tile flooring.

If you are considering placing tile in your home, you will want to learn about the different benefits of tile. Tile is easier and less inexpensive to care for, it can help keep your home cooler in the summer,tiles do not hold in allergens, tile is hard to stain, there are tiles to appeal to every style out there. Tile floor is one of your best choice.

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07-13

How To Clean Wood Flooring

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Your house finally feels like a home when your wood floor is installed. How do you care for it?Let’s discuss it as follows:
Position floor mats both outside and inside exterior doors to lessen tracked-in dirt. In snowy or rainy weather, include a boot removal area to avoid damage from water and de-icers.Prevent marks by using floor protectors under furniture and by using rugs in play areas to ensure children’s toys don’t scratch the floor.
Regular Maintenance:
1,Basic Care
Speed up the cleaning process by first dusting the floor with a mop that has been treated with a dusting agent to pick up dust, dirt, and pet hair that might scratch the floor surface. For weekly or biweekly cleaning, vacuum with a floor-brush attachment on a vacuum cleaner or an electric broom. Do not use a vacuum with a beater bar attachment, which can scratch a wood floor’s finish. For quick dusting, use disposable electrostatic cloths.

2,Deeper Cleaning
For occasional deep cleaning, use a wood-cleaning product diluted according to the label instructions. Dirt, oil, and grime build up over time and aren’t completely removed by a weekly dust mopping. Saturate a sponge or rag mop in the water, then wring it almost dry so it feels only slightly damp to the touch. Damp-mop the floor, being careful to prevent standing water on the floor. Rinse with a clean mop dampened in clear water, but only if the cleaning product requires it. Wipe up excess liquid because standing water can damage wood surfaces. If the weather is humid, operate a ceiling fan or the air-conditioner to speed up drying.

3,Removing Marks
Consider your floor’s finish before trying to remove a mark. If the stain is on the surface, your floor probably has a hard finish, such as urethane. If the stain has penetrated through to the wood, the floor probably has a soft oiled finish — common in older homes whose floors have not been refinished and resealed. Wipe surface stains from a hard finish with a soft, clean cloth. Never use steel wool or sandpaperon such a surface because they can permanently damage the finish.

The following remedies are for hardwood floors with soft oiled finishes. If needed, end each treatment by staining the wood, then waxing and buffing the spot to match the rest of the floor.

Dark spots and pet stains: Rub the spot with steel wool and floor wax. If the area is still dark, apply bleach or vinegar and allow it to soak into the wood for about an hour. Rinse with a damp cloth.
Oil stains: Rub the area with a soft cloth and dishwashing detergent to break down the grease. Rinse with clear water. If one or more applications don’t work, repeat the procedure. Keep children and pets out of the room until you’re done. Let the spot dry, then smooth the raised grain with fine sandpaper.
Water marks or white stains: Rub the spot with floor wax. If the stain goes deeper, lightly sand the floor and clean with fine steel wool and odorless mineral spirits.
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