Guide
Use an adhesive remover chemicals to remove the sticky, gooey messes that flooring adhesives leave behind.
Stylish enough to be the focal point of any room yet resilient enough to stand up to the elements, our Indoor Outdoor carpet styles are perfect for sunrooms, patios and more.
Berber Carpet is Loop-pile carpet tufted with thick yarn, such as wool, nylon or olefin. Often having random specks of color in contrast to a base hue, this floor covering has a full, comfortable feel, while maintaining an informal, casual look.
The tufted carpet is the most common manufacturing technique. It implies poking yarn tufts in a textile support close to a sewing machine. The carpet is then equipped with a folder (rewoven, jute, plastic or cotton) pasted on the back of the tuft.
A sculptured cut and loop carpet has a combination of high cut tufts and lower loops create a variety of sculpted patterns. Patterned carpet also adds a dimension of texture within a room and hides traffic patterns.
The woven carpet is one of the oldest manufacturing processes. It is woven like a carpet through a traditional weaving loom. The top and the back of the carpet are made simultaneously.
Textured cut piles, trackless or foot-print free show fewer footprints and sweeper marks than other cut pile carpets. These constructions curl the fiber to reduce light reflectance and the appearance of footprints.
Porcelain stoneware can be used instead of natural stone. It is a ceramic material like a tile; however, it is typically 20 mm (0.79 in) thick and often comes in squares of 60 cm (24 in).
Padding can be placed underneath the carpet to add comfort and provide some noise insulation. The level of comfort is determined by the type of material used, which can include memory foam and rubber regrind.
Acid and alkali resistant grouts are designed to provide ceramic and stone floors high chemical resistance to organic acids and alkali in special locations such as dairies, abattoirs, citrus plants, industrial kitchens and restaurants.
Most laminate flooring does adequately replicates the look of wood floors. Unlike real hardwood, laminate block flooring don’t have imperfections or dents, which contributes to less wasted materials.
Laminate is a floor covering that appears similar to hardwood but is made with a plywood or medium density fiberboard core with a plastic laminate top layer. Laminate may be more durable than hardwood, but cannot be refinished like hardwood.
Laminate flooring tile looks like ceramic tile or stone, but without the expense and required maintenance. Laminate tile flooring has a photographic layer under a clear protective finish. It is easier to install and maintain than ceramic or stone.
Laminate plank flooring is a multi-layer product fused together. Laminate flooring planks simulate wood grain with a photographic layer under a clear protective finish. It is usually easier to install and maintain than traditional hardwood flooring.
Luxury Vinyl Tile comes in a variety of lengths and widths. Therefore, it’s better suited for imitating materials like stone, granite, and concrete. LVT can float, peel-and-stick, be glued down, or snap together for easy installation.
Luxury Vinyl Plank can mimic the look of traditional hardwood floors. They can float, be glued down, or snap together. LVP can also be smooth or textured to mimic different types of materials.
Luxury vinyl sheet flooring is a durable and easy to care for flooring option. Vinyl sheet flooring is naturally waterproof and resistant to mold and mildew, making it the perfect floor for any room. Vinyl sheets are available in many sizes and styles.
Pavers and quarry tile are an outstanding choice for commercial and residential application that require durable, affordable flooring. Quarry tiles are naturally stain and slip-resistant, and are available with an abrasive grain for even greater traction
Cement tile looks clean yet simultaneously structured. They add just a little character to your ordinary contemporary tile.
Vinyl cove base provides a finishing touch to any room. It is an inexpensive option if your looking for an way to add protection because its outer wear layer resists scuffs and scratches and covers minor flaws in wall and floor.
Vinyl floor tile is frequently chosen for high-traffic areas because of its low cost, durability, and ease of maintenance. VCT has high resilience to abrasion and impact damage and can be repeatedly refinished with strippers and buffing equipment.
Rubber floor tiles are especially useful in situations where it is desired to have high-traction floors or protection for an easily breakable floor.
Rubber sheet flooring offers excellent resilience, endurance and dimensional stability. It provides maximum underfoot comfort with a high aesthetic appeal. It is more comfortable to walk on than other hard surface flooring.
Unlike traditional vinyl or wood base, rubber wall base features the best fading, cracking, scuff, abrasive and puncture resistance. Reinforced for unmatched durability, rubber cove base is ideal for tough, demanding commercial applications.
Cushioned vinyl sheet features closed-cell-foam backing. It has more give and spring, resilient enough to be suitable as a sports or a dance floor. Cushioned vinyl is easy on the feet when long periods of standing are required.
Inlaid vinyl refers to when color granules are imbedded into the vinyl sheet. This gives the vinyl a deeper look, and provides the option for many colors. When examined closely, specks of varying shades can be seen, which create the overall hue.
Adhesive backed tile is a peel and stick self-adhesive flooring tile. It is available in a wide range of colors and styles and makes a a new floor a simple job for a homeowner. Adhesive backed are not a only a simple design solution, but also a fun one.
Unlike tiles which are made of minerals, resilient flooring is made of materials that have some elasticity, giving the flooring a degree of flexibility called resilience. The flooring is available in large sheets or pre-cut tiles.
Sheet vinyl flooring has been around for decades and is still very popular. It's made using a printing process that mimics the look of natural stone, ceramic tile or hardwood. It comes in a roll that is cut to size, perfect for kitchens and bathrooms.
Homogeneous sheet performs in high-traffic healthcare and educational settings. It’s excellent for spaces that demand superior infection control. And its through-pattern construction resists abrasion, scratches, and scuffs for the life of the floor.
Rubber flooring is meant to keep people safe on their feet, as some areas work enviorments can be hazardous. Industrial workers can easily injure themselves while on the job. Rubber flooring provides a high level of slip resistance.
Waterproof flooring offers superior performance in wet areas, such as basements and bathrooms and provides easy maintenance for spills. Plus it is easy to clean because it keeps spills on the surface making cleanup tremendously easy.
Acrylic-impregnated wood flooring offers superior performance while capturing the natural beauty and distinction of wood. This is achieved by infusing acrylic with organic color pigments into various wood species.
Exotic wood flooring ranges from Brazilian Cherry to Tigerwood and many, many other spices. Exotic hardwood floors can be a bit more costly than domestic wood flooring but its offers something unique and interesting.
With prefinished parquet flooring, the finish is applied at the manufacturer's facility. These parquet floors require less time to install because the sanding and finishing process has already happened. The parquet is ready to walk on immediately.
Engineered hardwood has a thin solid wood layer on top with a composite core. It can be a less expensive option than buying hardwood, but it cannot be sanded and refinished. This flooring typically is installed with a click-lock method.
With unfinished solid plank flooring, your wood installer will sand the plank and apply the finish on the job site. There are several finish options. This is the best option if you are looking for a specific color or need to match existing plank floor.
With prefinished strip flooring, the finish is applied at the manufacturer's facility. These strip floors require less time to install because the sanding and finishing process has already happened. The strip flooring is ready to walk on immediately.
With unfinished strip flooring, your wood installer will sand the strip and apply the finish on the job site. There are several finish options. This is the best option if you are looking for a specific color or need to match existing strip flooring.
Many different species of wood are fabricated into wood flooring in two primary forms: plank and parquet. Hardwoods are typically much more durable than softwoods. Wood is a common choice as a flooring material and can come in various styles, colors, cuts
With prefinished solid plank flooring, the finish is applied at the manufacturer's facility. These plank floors require less time to install because the sanding and finishing process has already happened. The plank flooring is ready to walk on immediately
With unfinished parquet flooring, your wood installer will sand the parquet and apply the finish on the job site. There are several finish options. This is the best option if you are looking for a specific color or need to match existing parquet flooring.
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