The moisture parameters for hardwoods and subfloors that are required for successful hardwood floor installations depend on several factors. Executive Director David Gross shares INSTALL’s guidelines for moisture testing prior to hardwood installation.
Preparation is a huge part of what separates the true professional from the fly-by-night installer. Follow these tips from Wagner Meters to make sure your subfloor is prepped correctly prior to receiving floor covering.
INSTALL Executive Director David Gross, shares the step-by-step process, using ASTM F2170 guidelines, to help you get reliable RH measurements to ensure your final flooring results look great and last.
Not sure how to handle the new large-format slabs? The National Tile Contractors Association (NTCA) shares best practices for handling, picking up and maneuvering gauged porcelain tile/slabs.
Most installers know the steps involved in stretching in carpet, but it’s easy to get wrong, resulting in costly rework or damage to a flooring contractor’s reputation.
Wagner Meters’ Jason Spangler walks you through why moisture testing matters, the types of tests, a moisture meter’s role and what to look for when choosing one.
Performing a bond test prior to the installation of resilient floor covering is a great way to ensure that you are using the correct adhesive with the correct product and that both will adhere to the subfloor.
These three pro installers share a few of their tips and tricks to fill knowledge gaps, help you with your workflow and bring awareness to things you may take for granted.
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