Laminate Flooring
November 26, 2008 by Laminate & Hardwood Flooring
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Although carpet and hardwood are great options in many areas of the home, they are sometimes inadequate. Spaces like the kitchen, or garage, frequently demand a greater level of durability and resilience. Carpet is susceptible to dirt and stains, leading to a dirty looking surface that may also attract odors. Hardwood offers a great deal more durability than carpet, but it also falls prey to moisture. A wet hardwood eventually warps and cracks. After many seasons of expansion and contraction, moisture damage can really degrade the appearance of a hardwood floor.
Areas in which spills and accidents are frequent can result in scratching or gouging in the flooring as well. Laminate flooring is a wonderful solution for water damage and durability issues. With a laminate floor, decorators can have the classic appeal of hardwood if they so desire, while dodging many of the typical pitfalls. Laminate flooring is very resilient when it comes to moisture issues and will not absorb water. Stains are not an issue, and as long as they are cleaned up promptly, will cause no lasting damage at all.
Best of all, laminate flooring is very well priced, and can be found in a large selection of shades, colors, and styles.
Laying down laminate flooring is also relatively simple. As soon as a set of tiles can be unwrapped, check each to ensure that each tile is intact. Once certain that the entire package is intact, give the tiles a few days to adjust to their new environment. There may be some contraction or expansion involved when the laminate flooring tiles arrive in a new setting.
Be sure to follow all manufacturer instructions that are included with the tile packaging. Specific instructions on how to glue the tiles are very important, and can affect the overall performance of the tile. It is also important to give the tile a quarter inch between wall and flooring. Although a great deal of tools isn’t required for in home installation, you may have to cut the tiles to fit around corners, fireplaces, stairs, etc. A wet tile saw would definitely be adequate to cut laminate flooring.
Having a level surface for laying down tiles is also important. Be certain to fill any holes in the subflooring, or sand away any protruding areas that might stick up afterward.
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Rubber roofing
December 26, 2008 by Laminate & Hardwood Flooring
Filed under Roofing Materials & Contractors
Rubber baby buggy bumpers. I’m rubber you’re glue, what you say bounces off me and sticks to you. Rubber ducky you’re the one. Rubber roofing. What? Rubber roofing? Stop pulling my leg, rubber roofing indeed. Yes there is. If rubber keeps rain and weather off a person when worn as a rain coat or rain boots, why not keep water and the elements out of a house as a roof?
Number one with a rubber roof is a myth . It’s perfectly fine to install rubber roofing over an existing roof. After all, it saves time from removing the old roof. And in areas where the old roof is intact there’s double protection. Wrong! There are good reasons a roof warranty becomes void if it’s installed over an existing roof. So get ready for that removal. It’s step one.
Rubber roofs can be easy to self install. Both rolls and shingles come in a variety of styles and colors. A perfect material for large flat roofs, rubber roofing will last for years, and won’t split or crack. Rubber roofing experiences less stress than other material shingles because it expands and contracts with the roof in response to weather changes. In fact the first rubber roof, which was installed in Wisconsin in 1980, is still in perfect condition after nearly three decades of service.
Adhesive is used to attach both roll and shingle rubber roofing to the roof. Therefore make sure the roof is as clean as possible with nothing protruding which could pierce the rubber. The surface must be dry and clean of oils or dirt. Use a blower or broom to clear away dirt and debris.
When the base is clean, the rubber roof can be rolled out onto the area being covered, and cut to fit over vents and pipes. It’s a mistake to apply adhesive before the rubber roofing is cut and shaped. Imagine securing portions of the roof only to find it doesn’t fit, or to develop a bubble or seam. When the roof is cut and fit then roll back about half to apply the adhesive. Apply it evenly with a roller, then give it time to become tacky.
It is nearly impossible to lift the roofing once it’s stuck to the roof. So once the adhesive has set carefully roll the rubber roofing into place. The first half will have to dry for about an hour before the second half can be secured.
The home or building now has a rubber roof. Wow.
Gym Flooring
November 28, 2008 by Laminate & Hardwood Flooring
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Gym flooring must be resilient enough to remain rigid under great pressure. Gym flooring should be able to absorb an impact, while also remaining rigid enough to remain stable under heavy loads. This is a demanding situation for most flooring products, but there are many rubber flooring products manufactured specifically to fit these needs. The best gym flooring will keep a level surface, but also be able to muffle the sound of a falling weight.
Commercial Mats and Rubber is a large manufacturer of gym flooring, with many products designed for sports facilities. Commercial Mats and Rubber’s Diamond Mega Plate tiles are engineered to work in tough conditions and cancel noise, while also remaining rigid under very large loads. Better yet, Diamond Mega Plates are solid 4×4 tiles that fit together easily, requiring no adhesives in order to install. The Diamond Mega Plates interlock together rigidly without any need for glue. The rubber used in the construction of the Diamond Mega Plates is designed to remain intact under very heavy weight, and will not tear or fray under pressure.
Commercial Mats and Rubber’s Best Flex Flooring is another great option for gym flooring. The Best Flex flooring is designed to hold up to heavy loads without ripping or tearing. The product is also available in a wide variety of colors and textures. Just like the Diamond Mega Plate, the Best Flex flooring fits together without need for glue, and simply locks together. In addition to its toughness, both flooring types are given a great traction surface that prevents slipping. This makes Best Flex perfect for gyms, where flooring products must be safe and durable.
For those looking for a more affordable option, Commercial Mats and Rubber sells the Gym Dandy flooring solution. Gym Dandy provides an anti-slip surface that is easy to clean and fire retardant, but also easier on the wallet. Commercial Rubber is running a sale at the moment on colored texture tiles, making them a more affordable avenue for some people. The overstock sale makes 3/8″ interlocking fleck color tiles available for $10.99 per tile before shipping. The tiles are very simple to lay down and need no toxic or flammable adhesives. This provides a safe and reliable surface that is also environmentally friendly.





