Category: Flooring
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How To – When Replacing Tile on a Mortar Bed do I need to remove the old Mortar Bed?
If you are remodeling an older home one that was built prior to 1965 then there is a high probability that the tiles in your bathroom are placed on a 1 – 1/2 inch thick mortar bed. Mortar beds are really the best way to install tile in a wood frame home because they provide…
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How To – Choosing the Right Underlayment Backer Material for Tile Installs
When you are performing a Tile install in your Bathroom or Kitchen it is important to know the correct way to prepare the area for Tile. Some surfaces like concrete floors can take tile directly however if you are installing tile in a bathroom or an area that will have water or high traffic then…
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How To – What Types of Tile are Best for Bathroom Remodels?
If you are considering remodeling your bathroom you have many different types of surfaces to select from and choose. As a matter of fact even though your bathroom may be one of the smallest rooms in your home it will be one of the most complex rooms to design for and remodel. You will have…
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How To – Selecting the right plywood for residential construction
There are a variety of locations within your home where plywood is used. Plywood can be constructed of either layers of wood that are glued together or chips of wood that are oriented to obtain a specific structural strength. Standard plywood is made of layers that are glued together. When logs go through a plywood…
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How To – Tips that make Shopping for Carpet Much Easier and Cheaper
Most home owners will eventually end up shopping for carpet but unfortunately the process can leave many consumers feel that they are getting less then what they are paying for and not liking the support they get from their sales representatives. The best way to shop for carpet is to give yourself enough time to…