For the installation of vinyl-backed sheet products, manufacturers recommend the moisture levels to be at 80% as required by the ASTM F2170-02 “Standard Test Method for Determining Relative Humidity in Concrete Floor Slabs using the in situ Probes.”
Hear ye, hear ye: the general consensus is that the flooring industry is hungry for innovative ways to win new business and battle back against a weak economy.
“Green,” “environmentally friendly” and “sustainability” are terms that have become synonymous with life in 2012. Regardless of the region, industry or market, manufacturers, distributors and consumers have taken notice of how lifestyle choices influence product selection, and how those selections impact the environment.
QEP Co., Inc. is pleased to announce the addition of the Roberts 10-66 18 In. and 10-68 25 In. PRO Flooring Cutters to our expanding line of flooring cutters in our professional line of Roberts branded tools.
Moisture problems have been plaguing our industry for the last two decades. It represents a problem of about $1 billion dollars annually to the industry.
Four flooring retailers in southwest Ohio recently became the first in the region to offer health and environmental scorecards for their full line of “green” flooring products along with virtually every traditional product they carry.
What would the installation of a flooring product, relative to the adhesive used, for example, have to do with an appearance change on the face of the product? Nothing, but the warranty may tie the two together.
Prior to the installation of any flooring material, the contractor needs to be aware of the factors that may impact the success or failure of the installation.
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