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What is a laminate flooring AC rating?
February 27 | < 1 | BuildDirect
Most European laminate flooring manufacturers belong to the Association of European producers of Laminate Flooring (EPLF) in the US is the North American Laminate Floor Association (NALFA). This cooperative effort was formed to develop industry standards and provide consumers... read more
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February 26 | < 1 | BuildDirect
People ask about mixing one type of stone with another. Can I use granite with travertine in the same floor? Can I mix travertine and marble? How can I do it? The short answer is, yes, of course you... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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February 20 | < 1 | BuildDirect
I am getting requests from people lately trying to match a previously installed natural stone flooring several years after installation. Let me tell you, that is no simple task. Stone is natural product. With that, the tones, shades and... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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Natural Stone Tile Thicknesses
February 19 | < 1 | BuildDirect
Many people ask about the thicknesses of the travertine tiles. It may be because they are trying to minimize the impact the new floor is going to have on doors and counters. Sometimes its because they want to make... read more
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February 18 | 2 min read | BuildDirect
Laminate flooring is manufactured to exacting standards for long life and lasting beauty. Following these simple procedures for its care and maintenance will ensure many years of pride and satisfaction. Routine Cleaning. Simply dust mop or vacuum with a... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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Question of the Week #5 – Baseboards Over Travertine?
February 15 | < 1 | BuildDirect
This week I had a question about reusing existing trim pieces, or baseboards, with a new flooring project. Question: I want to keep the baseboards I currently have around my floor? Can I leave them and install the tile... read more (1 rating, average rating is 4.00/5)Loading...
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Laminate flooring installation over an existing floor
February 05 | < 1 | BuildDirect
Laminate flooring must be installed over a sub floor which is clean smooth and leveled.Laminate can be installed over existing hardwood floors installed over a wooden subfloor without a vapor barrier. Hardwood installed over a concrete floor must be... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...