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thediysource Site Admin
Joined: 05 Nov 2007 Posts: 14
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Posted: Tue Feb 12, 2008 5:44 pm Post subject: Floor covering questions? Let me know. |
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| Hi, I was in the floor covering business for ten years and my father was in it for 20. I installed carpet, vinyl, some formica, laminate flooring, and also tile. If you have any questions regarding any of these topics let me know I will do my best to answer. |
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helpit
Joined: 13 Feb 2008 Posts: 1
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Posted: Wed Feb 13, 2008 6:39 am Post subject: Which flooring |
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Hi,
maybe you can help me. I found this deal on-line for laminate tiles but I'm not sure I can install them on my own. Could you tell me? |
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thediysource Site Admin
Joined: 05 Nov 2007 Posts: 14
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Posted: Wed Feb 13, 2008 7:38 am Post subject: |
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Hi Helpit,
Yes, I think you can do it yourself.
Instead of typing instructions on how to install laminate flooring I am posting a link to a site that explains it fairly well. Good luck with your project and let me know how it goes.
http://home-flooring.suite101.com/article.cfm/how_to_install_laminate_flooring _________________ You can do it yourself!! |
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evans123
Joined: 21 Jul 2009 Posts: 7 Location: U.K.
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Posted: Tue Jul 21, 2009 10:49 pm Post subject: |
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Here I Wan't to share With You I'm sharing with you some of the best way to install ceramic Tiles:
1)Get to know your tools u can buy most of the tools you'll need for working on your floor tiling at your local hardware store or home center. For equipment that might be too expensive to purchase
like a tile cutter, or hand held micro cutter, try your local home center or tool rental yard.
2)Prepare your subfloor before installing your tiles:
Most tiling jobs start at this stage. It would be a great experience for you to learn how to install ceramic tile by learning about the type of floors you will be putting your tiles on. Always check for cracks and debris when If you're working on a concrete subfloor. Make it is smooth and clean.
3)Measure and lay out your floor.
To know where to start and how to install ceramic tile on your subfloor, begin by measuring the length and width of your floor. This will help you estimate the number of ceramic floor tiles you will need to purchase.
4)Start work on your ceramic tile installation.
Place the first tile at the intersection of the two lines you made. Then, bond it to your subfloor by using a thin set mortar, or a tile adhesive of your choice. Using a notched trowel for applying the mortar is best on how to install ceramic tile.
5)Finish your tiling job by putting in the tiling grout and sealant:
After your ceramic floor tiles have set, it's time to put the tiling grout in. Tiling grout is a material that you should know more about when you want to know how to install ceramic tile flooring. Grout is tiling material made cement, sand and water, and a little color. It is used to fill in gaps and seal in the spaces between tiles. _________________ Granite Worktops |
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