Often times, the builder, GC, or homeowner express that they need the job done quickly and to ignore the “harmless” paint on the substrate. ANSI says otherwise.

ASTM Committee F06 on Resilient Floor Coverings member, Dean Craft, a principal with ISE Logik, announces the passage of a new standard guide to evaluate the potential impact of soluble alkali salts in the near surface region of a concrete slab.

P.J. Arthur, CEO and founder, Natural Fiber Installer Certification (NFIC), started installing carpet with his father. That knowledge led to 50 plus years installing, and through NFIC, he seeks to help others do the same.

Blair Duron serves commercial, industrial, and institutional clients.

Let’s face it—someone has to pay when an installation goes awry. But how do you know if the person responsible for passing judgment is going to tell the truth?

P.J. Arthur, CEO and founder, Natural Fiber Installer Certification (NFIC), started installing carpet with his father. That knowledge led to 50 plus years installing, and through NFIC, he seeks to help others do the same. 

Effectively installing the proper slope to drain as well as meeting the flatness requirement of the ANSI standard is challenging. Here, CTEF’s Scott Carothers walks us through the steps required to successfully install tile to achieve both. 

The Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) is proud to announce its new Mold Uncovered campaign. The campaign emphasizes the importance of proper mold remediation through accredited industry standards and certifications.

Corner cuts on a job are inevitable, but they are tricky and can cost you both time and money. Scott provides a simple solution.

Not all tile is created equal. This is not to infer that we are talking about the size, shape or thickness, but rather the durability of the tile in extreme environments.