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Choosing and Applying the Right Adhesive Volume for Flooring Excellence Proper adhesive volume is a critical factor in the successful installation of flooring materials, and it varies based on the type of flooring product and its backing system. Adhesive manufacturers often provide clip-on attachments for trowels with each container, ensuring the correct notch size and […]

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Transforming Spaces with Self-Leveling Cements Self-leveling types of cement are a modern solution for leveling and repairing concrete floors, providing technical soundness and cost-effectiveness, especially in the context of commercial remodeling/renovation projects, cost reduction efforts in new construction, and the decreasing availability of skilled cement finishers.. Advantages of self-leveling cements over traditional trowel-able underlayments include: […]

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Best Practices for Installing Waterproof Luxury Vinyl Flooring The latest advancements in luxury vinyl flooring include Wood Plastic Composite (WPC) and Stone Plastic Composite (SPC) floors, often promoted as waterproof options with rigid cores. Despite their waterproof characteristics, both types of rigid-core flooring necessitate thorough moisture testing of the substrate and underlayment before installation. Here […]

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Limitations of the Calcium Chloride Moisture Test The Calcium Chloride Moisture Test (ASTM F1869) has been a widely used method for measuring moisture vapor emission rates (MVER) from concrete for many years, although it has somewhat taken a backseat to the in-situ relative humidity (RH) test (ASTM F2170) in recent times. Nevertheless, it is still […]

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Limitations of the Calcium Chloride Moisture Test Every year in the United States, moisture-related damage to flooring results in losses exceeding one billion dollars. Moisture can negatively impact all types of wood and resilient flooring when installed over concrete subfloors. These effects may become apparent immediately or may take weeks, months, or even years to […]

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Testing Adhesive Bonds: The Mat Bond Check Many individuals within the construction and floor covering installation industries are already familiar with the moisture tests conducted before installing floor coverings on concrete surfaces. However, an increasingly important requirement that some might not be fully aware of is the need to perform substrate surface absorption and porosity […]

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Essential Tips for LVT/LVP Flooring Maintenance After the installation of an LVT (Luxury Vinyl Tile) or LVP (Luxury Vinyl Plank) floor, regular cleaning and maintenance are crucial to ensure its longevity and prevent potential issues. When performing maintenance and cleaning on LVT and LVP resilient flooring, it’s imperative to adhere to the manufacturer’s specific instructions […]

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