concrete floor
Installation of Radiant Heating Systems
Radiant Heating systems, both hydronic (liquid) and electric increase the comfort of a space, while delivering energy efficiency. Radiant hydronic systems are particularly efficient as they circulate hot water through PEX tubing or piping typically embedded within a thermal mass (concrete/ underlayment/mortar) on the subfloor. The effect is a warm floor close to body temperature…
Read MoreShould you use a floor primer?
The establishment of a new floor requires a carefully examined process. Preparation of the floor using a floor primer is vital for not only saving your time and effort, but money as well. AÂ floor primer provides a plethora of benefits for the finished floor. If you want the very best adhesion and endurance of your…
Read MoreTop 8 tips for working with self-leveling underlayment
A floor that is not level is a floor that does not work as it must. It is a floor that requires to be torn up & re-installed. That is a headache you wish to avoid as it might result in greater damage & wear, not to refer to discomfort walking on it. There are…
Read MoreWhat are the Benefits of Floor Leveling?
Concrete floors are one of the top choices for flooring in homes and commercial buildings. They are long-lasting and low-maintenance compared to other types of floors, while easily withstanding heavy foot traffic. But the concrete floor is not without its faults. Sometimes, they will look and even feel uneven. This is one of the most…
Read MoreProject Profile, Louisville, KY
After a multi-family project experienced product failure and loss of time, the job needed an effective solution to reverse the damage done in a timely manner. Johnson’s Commercial Flooring turned to FloorPrep.com Primer A™ to double prime the gypsum concrete sub-straight and underlayment SkimFlow® LCB, with its suitability for finished flooring, such as LVP. The…
Read MoreHow to Install New Concrete Flooring on Old Concrete Floor
Concrete floors are one of the best types of flooring options because they are durable and strong, while also a great alternative to other types of floors, such stones, woods, marble, tile, carpets, etc. But like any other flooring types, it will need some repair and maintenance work. The benefit here is that you can…
Read MoreMulti-Family Renovation Solutions
Remodeling historic structures into apartment living spaces turns eye sores into fantastic new living spaces and reinvigorates communities. A critical update includes renovating and updating the flooring with modern finishes. Flooring updates in the multi-family apartment space can can present a daunting challenge due to compromised gypsum substrates. The situation becomes more common every year:…
Read MoreResidential Home, Ellijay, GA
All American Surfaces self leveling, moisture mitigation and decorative concrete solutions are built on over 40 years of Rich and son Ryan Kroko’s subfloor expertise. The Kroko’s expertise has not gone unnoticed in the Atlanta market and as a result All American Surfaces South find themselves the “go to” contractors for a number of satisfied…
Read MoreHistorical Home, Brookville, NY
Brookville, NY has a rich history, even back in the 1980’s they “fought hard to preserve the best, to adjust to the future without sacrificing the past” (Rawlinson). Now, in the 21st century, a contractor is working on restoring a 1,000 square-foot historical home. Since this home is over 200 years old, it had 2…
Read MoreNew Year | New Look | Same Quality Products
Since opening our doors in 1951, Dependable, LLC has continuously sought new ways to improve our products & our brand for the benefit of our customers. Because we have kept up with new technologies and customer demands, our high-quality products have become a staple throughout the flooring underlayment industry. In an effort to continue this…
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