Over the years of inspecting floors, I have found that claims for hardwood with checks, splits and gaps have increased. Has something changed, or are we just paying closer attention to this than in the past? I grew up in … Continued
Price: For years we have been told to pick two from price, quality, and service. Does this still apply today? Yes, but on a different level. With the introduction of the internet and discount stores, one must be more careful … Continued
By this time, you have determined the lifestyle of the end user of your product and have adjusted the home environment to this lifestyle (See Part 1 and Part 2). Two product types that need to be acclimated before installation … Continued
When looking at your lifestyle, we have two scenarios to consider: Your Existing Home In most instances, you will want to find a product that matches your living conditions so it will perform as intended in your home. For example, … Continued
Many flooring products today are sold as waterproof. If this is so, why do the installation requirements still have maximum moisture levels listed in the installation guides? Many even require a vapor barrier between the product and the concrete sub-floor. … Continued
Floor covering is the third largest purchase the average homeowner will make in their lifetime. Above that are automobiles and your home. If you do maintenance on your home and automobile as required, why would you cut corners on your … Continued