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Green Flooring 101
What is Green Flooring?
Green Engineered Flooring

Hardwood Flooring 101
There are many different types of species now available, different finish types, construction types...

Flooring Alternatives to Hardwood
Laminate Flooring
Bamboo Flooring
Cork Flooring
Tile Flooring
Vinyl Flooring
Area Rugs

Types of Hardwood Flooring
In this section we will discuss the two basic construction types, as well as the unique benefits and drawbacks each has to offer.

Wood Flooring Construction
In this chapter we will discuss the 3 types of cuts used in hardwood flooring manufacturing:
Plain Sawn, Rift Sawn and Quarter Sawn.

Wood Finishes 101
• Pre-Finished vs. Unfinished Hardwoods
• Factory Prefinish Types
• Job Site Finish Types
• What type of Finish do I have on my Floor?
• Things You Should Not Expect From a Wood Flooring Finish

Flooring Installation Guide
1) Installation Introduction
2) Handling & Storage
3) Job Site Conditions
3.1) Installing over Concrete
3.2) Testing Concrete for Excessive Moisture
3.3) Concrete Slab Preparation Prior to Installation
4) Laying & Fastening
5) Plank Flooring
6) Laying a New Strip Floor Over an Old Floor
7) Parquet, Block Herringbone & Similar Flooring
8) Special Construction Situations
9) Tips for Easier & Better Flooring Installations
10) Strip Flooring on Walls & Ceilings
11) Installation of Gymnasium Floors over a Concrete Slab
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