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.
CCA Global Retail Group has already held five Summer Regional Meetings and leadership reports that participation and engagement have been high. The retailer events emphasize local experiences and collaborative problem-solving. Additionally, the group reports continued success in installation training.
Construction is one of the most dangerous sectors to work in with contractors and machine operators being the most at risk. However, they can be the most influential in understanding how to improve on-site safety.
When the static electricity in a medical office, examination room or lab is under control, it helps reduce the risks of shocks to personnel, disruption of data, malfunction of sensitive equipment, igniting flammables, and reducing contamination due to electrostatic attraction.
Floor flatness is imperative to the success of a tile installation. Scott Carothers, academic director, Ceramic Tile Education Foundation, gives an example of a tile installation that does not adhere to the industry standard required for flatness and how that can impact the installer and the customer.
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.
By fostering a commitment to lifetime clients and continuous business growth, these commercial flooring partnerships set a standard for industry excellence. Meet this year’s winners.
Sustainability leaders within the flooring industry, architects and designers, policymakers, and advocacy groups grappled with product lifecycle concerns and the delicate balance between cost and eco-friendly practices—all in the name of driving change.