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An increasing number of homes and light commercial buildings have oriented strand board (OSB) subfloors.

The first step of remediating a cupped floor is to determine why the floor cupped.

Mortar beds seem to be making a resurgence with the increased use of large tile.

Tackstrip is just tackstrip, right? No! Tackstrip has a very important role in the installation of carpet in many applications. Following is an explanation of the types of tackstrip, its various uses, and tips to remember when selecting and installing tackstrip.

Deflection is a problem that many installers face, yet few understand it or know how to measure it correctly. Charlie Martin, underlayment sales manager for the Halex Corporation explains what deflection is and how to check it.

The reason seams peak is because they are seamed with seam tape and then stretched. If you want to eliminate peaking, either glue down all carpet or sew all the seams.

One of the most challenging installations an installer can face is the installation of flooring around a fixed object. It does not matter what the product is - vinyl, ceramic, wood, laminate - it just does not matter. Fortunately, with a little pre-planning, finesse, and the right tools, you can install laminate flooring around the object perfectly.