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A floor project might occur when a new home is built. The first part of this type of floor project is installing cross beams upon which a layer of subflooring will then be installed. From this point, the rest of the floor project varies depending on the type of finishing, i.e., tile, carpeting, stone or wood parquet for example.
A floor project might occur when a new home is built. The first part of this type of floor project is installing cross beams upon which a layer of subflooring will then be installed. From this point, the rest of the floor project varies depending on the type of finishing, i.e., tile, carpeting, stone or wood parquet for example.
Floor Projects To Repair Or Remodel
In general a floor project to repair the final top layer of flooring depends on how extensive the damaged area is. For cracked tiles or serious gouging on wood parquet, the damage may be limited to a smaller area. For floors with wall-to-wall carpeting that has worn in certain spots, the entire carpeted area may have to be removed. The padding beneath the carpeting should also be checked at this time for wear. Or, if the carpeted area is comprised of carpet tiles, the floor project may be limited to replacing individual carpet tiles.
Floor Projects For Remodeling Or Repair
Over time a floor may experience wear and tear that will require replacing or remodeling. If the floor has had serious damage, floor projects often involve partial or complete repair. Many times this type of repair is due to water damage or a flaw in the floor’s original weight-bearing design. If the floor requires additional cross beam support, the top and subflooring may need to be removed in order to assess and repair the problem. This can occur in older homes.
Floor Sanding Projects
For homes and businesses with large areas of wood flooring, one major project can mean refinishing. This includes an initial sanding of wood that has been marred or worn. It’s important to contain the dust from the sanding process if this is to be done manually or with an electric sander. Most professional flooring experts can do this job with virtually no dust residue. Decide before starting this project which is preferrable and least time consuming. Once the floor has been sanded and the dust residue completely removed, the floor is usually given a light buffing and then a stain or other finish is the final step.
Floor Tiling Projects
Floors that have ceramic or vinyl tiles often require replacing due to wear. In the case of ceramic or stone tiles, the grout between the tiles may need to be replaced or added in places where it has worn. Replacing a ceramic or stone tiled floor requires complete removal of the original tiles down to the troweling mastic used to keep it in place.
A light sanding may be necessary to remove as much of the old mastic and remaining grout as possible. The floor to be retiled must be absolutely free of any residue before installing a new tile or stone floor. It’s also important to allow new mastic and grout a day or two to dry completely before the floor receives any foot traffic. This is also a job that can be done by professionals.
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