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Flooring Installation - Tile - Travertine - Wood - Carpet |
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Tile Installation in PhoenixInstalling Tile Directly To Wood SurfacesChip board, cushioned vinyl flooring, particle boards of any type, luan plywood, OSB (Oriented Strand Board), tongue & groove planking, and hardwood floors are unsuitable substrates to directly install ceramic tile over. Although it can be done successfully, many experts believe that ceramic tile installed directly to plywood surfaces should be avoided whenever possible. Plywood has a smooth surface and tends to swell, warp, and delaminate when it is exposed to moisture. Install at your own risk. Subfloor construction should consist of a double layered, 1-1/8" thick, exterior grade plywood installed over floor joists spaced a maximum of 16" on center. Face grains of first plywood layer should be installed perpendicular to joists for maximum stiffness and staggered with an 1/8" wide gap between each sheet. Install plywood panel edges 1/4" away from restraining surfaces, including perimeter walls, cabinetry, and door jambs. These are expansion gaps and should not be bridged with setting material. In addition, subfloor deflection should not exceed L/360 of span. To prevent moisture from damaging the plywood substrate we recommend that a waterproofing membrane be installed per the manufacturer's instructions over all plywood surfaces to be tiled. Install ceramic tile using a latex modified thinset mortar approved for use over plywood substrates. Installing Tile Over Vinyl Or Linoleum Floor Coverings Installing ceramic tile directly to vinyl or linoleum surfaces should be avoided whenever possible. Install at your own risk. If you are concerned that your vinyl or linoleum flooring may contain asbestos fibers we recommend that you have it tested before attempting to remove it. For more information on asbestos, please refer to Asbestos In Your Home provided by the EPA. In any case, vinyl or linoleum flooring must be a non-cushioned type and securely attached to the subfloor. Subfloor construction should consist of double layered, 1-1/8" thick, exterior grade plywood installed over floor joists spaced a maximum of 16" on center. The maximum allowable concentrated deflection of the subfloor may not exceed L/360 of the span. If the floor covering does not contain asbestos fibers we recommend that the surface be scarified or sanded to provide a rougher surface for the thinset mortar to bond to. Install ceramic tile using a latex modified thinset mortar approved by the manufacturer for installation over vinyl and linoleum surfaces. Installing Tile Directly To Concrete Slabs Concrete substrates must be thoroughly cleaned prior to the installation of tile. To remove dust, we mop cement slab using clean water only and allow to dry completely. Very smooth concrete may be roughened up or etched using an acid based solution designed specifically for this purpose. It's always important to make sure to fill in and float off any dips, humps, or waves on the concrete foundation using a floor leveler. For dips, this product may be used to fill the cavity and screed off using a level or straight edge. For humps, you must apply the floor leveler around the base of the protrusion. Then, using the top of the hump as a guide, screed the floor around the base of the hump in a circular motion. This will help to lessen the impact the protrusion will have on your finished floor. Still have questions about Tile Installation? Ask Us (623) 203-0244 |
Travertine Installation in PhoenixThe installation of travertine is a great option for hard surfaces. It is extremely durable and, when properly sealed, stain resistant. It also provides much more secure footing that standard ceramic tile, which can become slippery when it gets wet.Aside from durability, the installation of travertine flooring creates a unique look that sets it apart from standard ceramic tile and other man made products. The face of a travertine tile carries the natural stone texture that was formed when the travertine broke away from the face of the rock. This gives you the opportunity to install a truly unique flooring solution. Grouting Travertine Once the travertine tiles have been set into the mortar and have been allowed to dry the floor must be grouted. Grout is the masonry product that fills the gaps between the tiles and holds them into place. For travertine, make sure that you use sanded grout. Grout is available in a wide variety of colors, so take the time to select a color that will complement not only your tile but the rest of your design as well. Sealing Travertine The final step in the installation of a travertine floor is the application of sealer. This is an extremely important step. Travertine tile is very porous and will stain quite easily if it has not been sealed correctly. There is a wide variety of sealers on the market and it is extremely important to make sure the sealer is designed specifically for travertine. Despite the porous texture of the floor, it is actually quite durable and very hard. We offer a lifetime warranty on all travertine installation done by Horizon Tile & Flooring. |
Wood Floor Installation in PhoenixReal wood floor installation - How is it done?The finishing work is done by using the absolute best quality wood sealers and a wide variety of colors which means that all customers can have exactly what they desire. It is also extremely important that wooden floor fitting be done using the very best equipment and the latest technology to perform a wooden floor sanding. The expert of choice in this case a floor sander, who will always look for the best solution in every situation. Floor sanders use very heavy floor machines since these machines give the best possible finish. Experience is very important specifically when it comes to wood floor installation. Remember, we want this experience to be easy and exciting for you - so we don’t leave you until you are moved in and thrilled with your new wood flooring! Still have questions about Wood Floor Installation? Ask Us (623) 203-0244 |
Carpet Installation in PhoenixAll makers of carpet and the Carpet and Rug Institute ( CRI ) recommend that new carpets at time of installation are to be powered stretched. Most installers are underpaid. They are paid by the yard so rather than use the recommended power stretching tool, which takes more time and effort, they just kick-it-in. Usually, if not installed with a power stretch, new carpet will begin to ripple and wave in about 16 months. In addition, most flooring companies only guarantee installations for 1 year. But, improper carpet installation will make your warranty null and void. This is a huge and ongoing problem in the flooring industry. With a proper stretch your carpet will Look better, Feel better, Clean better and Last longer.Carpet Repairs Over time your carpeting may have developed waves, ripples, lumps and bumps. You don't always need new wall to wall carpets, you can save money by having your carpets restretched. Restretching takes up the slack in you carpets and restores them to their original tension. This removes the waves and ripples. Lumps and bumps can be restored by installing new padding under the carpet in the affected area. We can reseam carpeting that has come apart as well as repair tears. After Installation Vacuum your carpet to remove loose fibers. You may notice a slight new carpet smell, which should dissipate quickly. Ventilate the area for 48 to 72 hours. If you are unusually sensitive to odors or allergy-prone, you may want to avoid the installation area during this period. In the months following installation, you may notice these characteristics:
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