Are you a contractor or DIY enthusiast planning to install flooring in a residential space?

Look NO Further!!!

This comprehensive manual outlines the general guidelines for the installation of various types of flooring such as wood, marble, tiling, stone, concrete, and more. It provides you with critical information on substrate preparation, safety considerations, and installation methods that will ensure that your flooring lasts for years. Safety is essential during the installation process, especially when removing old flooring, as asbestos may be present in some older materials. The manual also lists the tools required for the installation, including a wet tile saw, tile spacers, level, and more.

Moreover, the manual introduces some flooring lingo, including thin set, screed, grout, and jolly trim, to facilitate communication. It highlights the importance of acclimation of flooring material to the installation environment, such as temperature and humidity, to prevent movement and gaps in the flooring. The guide also explores various methods of installing the flooring, such as glue down, nail down, and floating methods, along with a step-by-step guide to laying floor tiles.

Proper preparation of the substrate is crucial for any flooring project, including filling low areas with the proper filler, sanding high areas, and covering the ground with 6-mil polyethylene film. The concrete substrate must have a maximum variation of 3/16" per 10', be solid, smooth, level, and flat. The guide advises the use of 3/4-inch or 1/2-inch exterior quality plywood for tiling and to strengthen them.

With this manual, you will learn everything you need to know to install flooring professionally and efficiently. A perfect tile flooring installation that lasts for years depends on properly preparing the subsurface, following safety measures, and using the right tools.