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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.
6,242 Questions
What percentage of each is needed for a 3 4 and 5 inch wood floor installation?
Let us assume this poorly worded question is a math problem, let us further assume that the numbers are the width of the boards in a mixed width flooring installation.
3"+4"+5"=12"
so each 1" of board is 1/12th of the total.
1 divided by 12= .0833 or 8 1/3 % of the total
so if you multiply 3X 8 1/3 you get 25% (and 3/12ths is 25% so this looks promising)
3"X 8 1/3%=25%
4"X 8 1/3%= 33.333%
5"X 8 1/3%= 41.667
add those up & we get 100% so the work is good & the proof is valid
How many 2x2 tiles will it to cover a 16 x16 room ceiling?
2'x2'= ? (sq feet per tile)
16'X16' = ?? (total sq feet of the ceiling)
divide total sq feet by sq feet per tile & that = ?? (answer how many tiles)
the answer to both of the unknowns will be in the numbers in the list at the bottom.
2, 4, 8, 16, 32, 64,128, 256,512
Can glycol damage hardwood floors?
A drop or two on a floor with a urethane finish would not be a worry. but a soaking and enough to get between the boards & soak, would not be a good thing.
Why is it best to use underlayment when replacing a floor?
Your new floor will only be as good as the subfloor it goes over. New underlayment doesn't have wax, cracks, stains, rot or anything that is the reason you are replacing it, and it is smooth & provides a good surface for adhesion... the process of removing the old unearths bad subfloor conditions very often that would have compromised your new floor , so it is also part of a good process too...
How many sq feet is a 12 ft x 11ft room?
Length times width gives you the answer, surely you can do 11X 12 in your head or on your phone....
Can carpet be put down on an uneven floor?
FLOOR PREP CARPET
You can put carpet over an uneven floor, BUT
Every ridge, Gap or mis alignment in the sub floor will show through over time.
Here is a good rule of thumb.. If a gap or a height difference greater than the thickness of a Nickel is present, it will show through the carpet sooner or later.
Carpet cushion will help, but it is not "floor prep" on a roll & will not fix anything, only mask it some.
Ardex floor feather finish is a great & easy product to skim coat & feather out and fill in differences, it is available at any carpet installation supply house or the home centers.. DO NOT use dependable white crack filler, it will crack & break apart and cause you more problems in the long run.
How many 19.5 inch tiles does it take to cover a 12x12 area?
here is how you get to the answer, grab your cell phone & do the math
- 19.5 times 19.5 tell you how many sq inches in each tile do that first it will be a bit under 400 sq inches
- one square foot is 12 inches by 12 inches so it is 12X12= XXX sq inches per sq ft... the right answer will be a bit under 145 sq inches
- divide your sq inches per tile by how many square inches in one sq foot and that will tell you how many sq feet in each tile.. the answer will be about 2.7 sq feet per tile
- now multiply the width X the length of the room 12'X12' you will get a little under 146
- divide the total sq feet in the room by the total sq feet per tile and that is your answer.. should be more than>>30
How many 12x12 tiles will it take to cover a 17x24 floor?
a 12"X12" tile is 1' X 1' so that is 1 sq foot per tile...
pick up your cell phone and do 17' X 24' & that will tell you how many sq feet in the room one tile per foot, this one couldn't be easier...
What adhesive do you use for porcelain tile over hardieboard?
White or Gray Thinset would be indicated & best
What is the average price per sq-ft for commercial tile installation in Harrisburg pa?
Are we talking about VCT or ceramic tiles, makes a huge difference?
VCT (Vinyl Composite Tile) should run .30-.50cents a sq ft & you will provide the adhesive about $25 per gallon. Floor prep will be an add on
Ceramic can be $3-$7 depending on the job & quality of the work. expect to also provide the thin set, grout trims & floor prep as extras out of your pocket...
How do you replace a cracked ceramic floor tile?
you will bust it up & remove & drop a new one in it's place..
That is the short answer.
The grout will have to removed as well & breaking tile & flying grout can be dangerous on your eyes & ears, fingers & toes, so make sure you wear safety glasses, hearing protection & gloves & shoes are nice in the workplace too.
Please understand that you will need to remove enough of the old thinset/ to put more in to hold the new tile & the grout will never match..NEVER!
so while you will get rid of a crack the new tile will not match the old & the new grout will not either... good luck..
Can I use construction glue to install my wood floor?
The answer is PROBABLY, BUT; each manufacturer has an approved adhesive & usually for a reason, if you do not use their adhesive (& they can tell if you did or didn't!). if you ever have a problem, they will blame it on the adhesive & pay you nothing.
DO NOT take what anyone here says, even if they are right. The maker will want you to use their glue. Construction adhesive will probably cost more than the right glue so why would you want to take the chance?
The Rev sez Hope this helps
"No one cares how much you know, till they know how much you care." Pastor Jim.
Is ply wood stronger than regular wood?
Given that there are dozens of different kinds of wood, all of various hardnesses, one should define "regular wood" when asking such a question. Regardless, the short answer to your question is "no." California Redwood is a very soft wood, which is rated at about 400 on the Janka Hardness Scale, and Brazillian Ebony is one of the hardest woods, rated at about 3,700 on the Janka Hardness Scale. By comparison, most plywood is made of birch and/or mahogany, which are rated at about 1,300 and 2,200, repsectively. The hardest plywood is sometimes made of teak, which is rated at about 3,500, which falls short of Brazillian Ebony by about 200 points on the Janka Hardness Scale.
What is the average cost of ceramic tile installation in New Mexico?
It varies from contractor to contractor. Size and type of tile. Design. Cuttings, edges, corners, doors, closets, islands, etc. Location. It is best to get a bid (at least 3-4). Make sure your bids have references and pictures. Remember you get what you pay for. The lowest bid may not be the good and may have hidden costs and sloppy work. A quality tiler is worth the price you pay and you are pleased with the work.
I have bid on many tile jobs and I wasn't the low bidder, but I was honest and thorough in what needed to be done and how much it would cost. I got the job and the homeowner was very pleased with the work
How many one foot square tiles are needed to tile a room that is 14 feet long and 12 feet wide?
14 x 12 = 168 square feet - that is 168 tiles since each is one square foot
How much does it cost to install a 20x20 ft ceramic floor?
It varies from contractor to contractor. Size and type of tile. Design. Cuttings, edges, corners, doors, closets, islands, etc. Location. It is best to get a bid (at least 3-4). Make sure your bids have references and pictures. Remember you get what you pay for. The lowest bid may not be the good and may have hidden costs and sloppy work. A quality tiler is worth the price you pay and you are pleased with the work.
I have bid on many tile jobs and I wasn't the low bidder, but I was honest and thorough in what needed to be done and how much it would cost. I got the job and the homeowner was very pleased with the work.
How much does it cost to install 500ft ceramic floor?
It varies from contractor to contractor. Size and type of tile. Design. Cuttings, edges, corners, doors, closets, islands, etc. Location. It is best to get a bid (at least 3-4). Make sure your bids have references and pictures. Remember you get what you pay for. The lowest bid may not be the good and may have hidden costs and sloppy work. A quality tiler is worth the price you pay and you are pleased with the work.
I have bid on many tile jobs and I wasn't the low bidder, but I was honest and thorough in what needed to be done and how much it would cost. I got the job and the homeowner was very pleased with the work
Can you do hardwood floors and tile floors in same home?
Yes. I have done it. First have the hardwood floor installed. After the hardwood floor is installed have the tile installer install the tile. The reason for this is that the hardwood is very firm and has little room for adjustment. An excellent tile installer can adjust the height of the tile to be flush and level with the hardwood floor with little or no seem. When its done it looks beautiful.
What is the average price to install tile on long island ny?
For a mud job 8 to 12 dollars a ft.
For thin set 4 to 5 dollars a ft.
There is a huge range of prices and qualities. You can expect 1.50 per square foot on the lower side and around 6.00 per square foot on the higher side. The average selling price of carpet mostly purchased is around 3.00 per square foot.
Should the first floor and second floor flooring be the same color?
That is a matter of personal taste. Some like their floor coloring congruent, and others like it divergent.
How often should you get your carpets cleaned?
Hire a professional cleaner at least once a year for a heavy duty clean. In between professional cleaning, you should at least vacuum your carpets regularly (ideally once a day) and immediately attend to any stain (droppings and spills).
What is the average labor cost for installing a laminate floor in the Chicago area?
$50. Anything higher is a rip-off. Anything lower must be a scam.
