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Make a Paradigm Shift
Selling and installing flooring is a complex business. It’s not easy being a good flooring contractor. It requires skill, paying attention to detail and expertise.

by Sam Allman

Moisture Testing Update
The ASTM Committee F06 on Resilient Floor Coverings was formed in 1968. The Committee, comprised of over 150 volunteers, has jurisdiction of over 42 standards that play a role in all aspects important to the floor covering industry and related products, including substrate preparation and concrete moisture testing.

by Christopher Capobianco

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GreenGuard Environmental Institute launches revamped Website
The site (www.greenguard.org) boasts a new layout and improved navigability that features pull-down menu tabs and pages designed specifically for each of GEI's audiences.

Products of the Week

Wedi unveils Fundo Riolito prefab system for showers
Wedi Corp. presents the wedi Fundo Riolito, a prefabricated tileable shower system designed to drain water through a narrow gap between the cover plate and adjacent tiling. Featuring a linear or channel drain, the Riolito is available in three cover plate finishes in high quality stainless steel. The system is designed to drain at 16 gallons a minute, offered in 3" by 5" and 4" by 6" sizes, and ideal for installations where ADA requirements need to be met according to the company.

Simpson introduces Strong-Tie Quik Drive PROCGB Combo System
Simpson Strong-Tie Quik Drive PROCGB Combo System is designed specifically for the tile contractor, the company says.

Cover Story

Glue-Down Carpet Installation
In the beginning of my career as a floor covering installer, when we received a glue-down installation from a retailer, it was a rubber-back printed pattern for a kitchen, restroom or family room. We carried solvent-based adhesive, one trowel size and solvent-based seam sealer. We had little or no flash time; we glued and dropped after we had patterned everything out we were working with vinyl.

by Allan Ellis

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FIANA 2009
September 10-13
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2010 January-February Issue

•	Glue-Down Carpet Installation

•	Make a Paradigm Shift

•	Moisture Testing Update

•	CTEF Tile Tip: Lippage

•	FCI Editorial: Invest in Your Most Important Asset, Yourself

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