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Flooring
Floors can be a challenge to install, maintain and change. Questions regarding the installation, maintenance and repair of carpets, tile, wood and other materials go here.
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How do you convert a room 15 feet 6 inches by 12 feet 8 inches into square feet?
Convert each dimension to inches [15 * 12 + 6 = 186 inches and 12 * 12 + 8 = 152 inches] then multiply [186 * 152 = 28272] and then divide by 144 [28272 / 144 = 196.3recurring].
Assuming there are 12 inches in a foot.
You had a flood on your laminate floor what can you do?
Cross your fingers and hope for the best. It may delaminate and it may not.
Is Brazilian cherry a good hardwood floor?
Yes, it is a very good floor, but it does scratch easily. So if you have young kids or pets it would'nt be a good floor
How do you remove melted candle wax from laminated wood flooring?
You place a piece of news paper over the melted wax and then press a warm clothing iron over the paper as if you were ironing a shirt. The wax will stick to the news paper and won't ruin the lamination on the wood floor.
How can i tell the difference between VAT and VCT floor tiles?
VCT stands for vinyl composition tiling and VAT means vinyl asbestos tiling. VCT flooring is made of a vinyl combination material and is the most popular type of floor tiling on the market.VAT can present a hazard due to the asbestos. It is found mostly in older buildings and homes.
Read more: How to Know VAT or VCT | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/how_7500036_vat-vct.html#ixzz29kll0neX
What size trowel to use for spreading adhesive for twelve inch marble floor tiles?
I use an 8 inch trowel with 1/4 x 1/4 castellations.
How many 18x18 tiles to tile 700 square feet?
It would take approximately 311 tiles plus 5% to 10% waste depending on how you lay your floor out and how many cuts you will have.
Can you install laminate floor over ceramic tile?
- In my opinion, no it will swell.
- In my opinion, yes you can install laminate over tile if the tile is in good condition/stable and even. You would first put underlayment above the tile and then the laminate on top. (you always add underlayment before laminate). It is important, though, to make sure you have enough clearance for the doors (you may need to shave the doors). If it's a kitchen, you also want to make sure there is enough clearance for the appliances.
What are the two types of floor load a building is subjected to?
dead load and live load
dead load is the load of weight that is on the floor that is part of the construction of the house
live load is the weight you add to it as in people furniture etc,
Can you install vinyl flooring over concrete?
If the concrete is indoors, dry, and in good shape, yes.
What are the steps to re caulk a shower?
Remove existing caulking. Scrub thoroughly. If there is mold, spray with antifungal. Let dry thoroughly. Recaulk.
What is the grey coloured paper under your linoleum floor tile?
It allows the adhesive to bond to the vinyl better and also helps cushion
How many yards of carpet are needed to cover a floor that is 12 feet by 24 feet?
You will need at least 32 square yards of carpet to cover that area.
Why is laminating bad for the environment?
Laminating is often considered bad for the environment because it involves the use of plastic films, typically made from non-biodegradable materials, which contribute to plastic pollution. The laminating process also requires energy, often derived from fossil fuels, leading to greenhouse gas emissions. Additionally, many laminating products are not recyclable, which exacerbates waste issues. Overall, the long-term environmental impact of laminating can be significant due to its contribution to pollution and resource consumption.
Price per sq-ft forTravertine installation around Phoenix?
Average price in Southeast is $3 - $4 per sq ft for stone tile like travertine
Can a tile broken into 7 pieces be put back together to make a square?
If the tile was a square before it broke, and if you have all the pieces, then yes.
Start as you would with a jigsaw puzzle, try to sort out adjoining parts of the edge, and work your way around.
How do you clean oil based hardwood floors?
honestly, a good sweeping, then a thorough scrub with warm water and mild soap detergent.
How do you get the square footage of a room when the room is 11ft 5in and 15 ft long?
approx. 172.5 square feet
