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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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2 min read
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...
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Travertine Tile Testing Standards
January 30 | < 1 | BuildDirect
Can I use travertine when there are testing standard requirements? In the words of Bob The Builder, “Yes, we can!” If you know the little fellow in this picture, and cringe at the sound of a Plasticine cast singing “Yes,... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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Splish splash I was taking a bath – Travertine Surrounds
January 25 | < 1 | BuildDirect
So your floors are done, now what to do about that tub surround? Travertine mosaics, well any stone mosaics really, add a unique touch to any tub surround or wall surface. Mosaics range from the standard 1″x1″ pieces to... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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How much does slate tile weigh?
January 08 | < 1 | BuildDirect
I was speaking to an architect earlier today and he had a question about the weight of slate tiles. He is designing a multi-floor building and was calculating the static loads that would be on the structural joists. The... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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December 28 | < 1 | BuildDirect
Slate is a fine-grained metamorphic rock that derives from sedimentary rock and shale deposits. The main constituents are quartz, chlorite, mica and calcite, with some also containing trace amounts of metals. Slate is formed when ocean or riverbed sediments... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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December 17 | 2 min read | BuildDirect
Laminate flooring is a popular, durable, versatile, cost-effective option for modern floor surfaces. Here’s an introduction to laminate floors for the beginner. *** Laminate flooring is an innovative, budget-friendly, and highly versatile flooring option. But when it comes to... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...