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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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A subfloor is a base floor for main floor like if you are willing to have under floor heating system then a floor is built first then the main flooring is made so basicall base floor of main floor is subfloor.
subfloors are generally made from at least two layers of moisture resistant ('AC' grade, one side finished and sanded flat) plywood or composite sheeting.
What underlayment is best for floors?
Plywood, fiberboard, or cement board is the best underlayment for floors, depending on the type of floor being installed. An underlayment provides more stability and a smoother surface to the finish floor.
How do you rough up the old tile to install new tile on top of it?
I have never covered up floor tile before without removing the old tile but I have covered up an old back splash with new wall tile and did nothing to go over it just used the white pre mixed wall glue to install the tile right over top with no issues.
How many square meters of carpet is required for a staircase?
8 is the normal... Any landings? are the steps over a meter wide?
Can you lay solid wood flooring over an asphalt floor?
You can but I would lay plastic down and make sure that there is a 3/8 inch gap all the way around for expansion due to humidity changes, you can cover the gap with baseboard.
Can Bondo be used as a filler in plywood floor repair?
Not if your going to finish the floor. Now if your going to repair a spot and cover it over there are many floor patch products and floor leveling products that you might consider. But for crack filling and refinishing work I'd recommend "Woodwise" filler.
Hope this helps.
John
P.S. Just realized you were asking about plywood. I'd probably still would check into a wood patch product. Any hardware store should be able to address this for you.
Can you lay sections of laminate flooring perpendicular to each other?
You can, but you would have to use a divider strip which will be higher that the surface of the laminate flooring.
Do you need to seal tile floors?
Yes. If it is a ceramic or porcelain tile you only need to seal the grout. If you have a natural stone or quarry you need to seal the tile and the grout. Generally when you install natural stone, you seal the tile before you grout. Otherwise the colorant in the grout will seep into the tile. If the floor is existing you would seal it all at once. Don't forget to use a stripper to remove any old sealer. Make sure the stripper is acceptable for the type of flooring you are sealing. Stone can be very delicate and damage easily. Vinegar can etch marble, granite, and travertine. One last note, you get what you pay for with sealer. Invest in a good sealer and you will get much better, much longer results.
What does a laundry room look like?
A laundry room has multiple clothes washers and dryers strategically placed within a room for easy access both for the customer and for any repairs that need to take place.
Often, there are table for folding clothes.
How many 13 x 13 inch tiles are needed for a 144 square foot room?
A 13 x 13 tile is 1.74 sq ft. 144/1.74 = 123 tiles
No, Pergo is basically a piece of plastic with a picture of wood on it so if you try to stain it then the graining won't remain plus the stain can damage the protective layer over the image.
How much should you pay per sq foot to have vinly flooring installed?
That depends on the type of vinyl you're using and the condition of the subfloor but I would say if you're paying more than $4 a sf you're probably paying too much.
What is a good carpet cleaning solution for heavily stained carpet?
Folex which is available in The Home Depot is wonderful for spot cleaning.
If you are looking for a solution to go into a machine, Capture. You can buy it at most home improvement stores.
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If your carpet is extremely dirty, it may be beyond cleaning. Your best bet is to hire a carpet cleaner with a truck-mounted system who pre-spots the carpet. Still, it may not come out entirely (just depends on the type of stains and how matted the carpet is).
How many 12 by 12 inch tiles will it take to tile a 70 sq foot room?
70 tiles. Add an additional 10% for cuts.
If you like the team well enough to pay the very high price of floor seats, they are.
Lino, as in short for linoleum. This is a clue from the LA times crossword for 8/7/08, correct?
How many paving slabs would you need for a square meter if flags are 600mm x 450mm?
600mm is 0.6m, and 450mm is 0.45m, so one flag is 0.27 sq metre. Therefore 4 flags to the square metre
yes depending on a few factors, such as levelness of exisitng floor, height, and condition.
What is best method of removing thin-set mortar from concrete slab?
Well, it depends on how much thin-set you have to remove. Either A: hammer and chizle or B: rent a machine that uses a mechanicle chizle from a tool rental place. It will get it up for you, BUT..... Make sure you wear protective clothing and eye protection. This advise isn't just to "be safe" because the flying chips can really really hurt. They can break the skin, so ... .be careful...
Can you use a shark seam cleaner on hardwood floors?
A Shark Steam Cleaner can be used to clean hardwood floors. All of the surfaces safe to clean with the steam cleaner can be found within the instructions of the product.
What type of cleaner to use on travertine floors?
Custom Building Products has a StoneSpecific line that will give you anything you might need. They are available at all Home Depots and are a fairly good price. http://www.custombuildingproducts.com/docs/CareBrochure.pdf?user=pro&lang=en If you want to stick to something more generic then use things that have a neutral pH make sure to avoid things that contain lemon or vinegar. Also read the back label most will tell you if they are safe to use on stone.
