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Recent advances in surface finishes, a wider selection of woods and colors, and improvements in the installed appearance make a strong case for factory-finished floors.
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Though it ultimately comes down to the carpet installer, there are measures the GC can take to ensure a top-notch job. Here’s the lowdown on choosing the right carpet and pad, locating seams, and prepping the site for installation.
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A team of EIFS investigators and consultants provides advice on the design, materials, and installation details that make for a durable job.
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Q: Should underlayment for resilient tile be installed perpendicular to the joists, like the subfloor, or parallel to the joists?
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Q: I am planning to install new lighting in a warehouse. Are there any advantages, either in installation costs or in operating costs, to installing 240-volt lighting fixtures instead of 120-volt?
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A custom builder and remodeler describes how her crew cut and laid a sandstone floor.
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JLC staff take a close look at ten windows from national manufacturers.
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Here are steps you can take to ensure proper sizing and installation of air-conditioning and forced-air heating. Included is a list of detailed specifications that will guarantee state-of-the-art performance.
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Q: What are the advantages and disadvantages of dense-pack cellulose versus damp-spray cellulose insulation?
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Q: We will be installing ceramic tile flooring in the kitchen of an existing house. The subfloor consists of 1/2-inch plywood over 3/4-inch particleboard (not OSB). The joists are spaced 16-inches on-center. My plan is to install 1/2-inch cementitious bac