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FCI: Floor Covering Installer

FCI November/December 2020 cover

2020 November/December

In the November/December 2020 issue of FCI, we present the winners of our annual Installation Awards.
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2021 Outlook

November 30, 2020
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2021 is just weeks away, and those in the flooring installation industry are eager to roll up their sleeves, put on their masks and get to work in what many believe will be a strong year for business, education and the industry.
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FCI Installation Awards

FCI 2020 Installation Awards

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Danielle Clair Simpson
December 3, 2020
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While our industry as a whole experienced many firsts this year, one thing about 2020 remained the same: our desire here at FCI to showcase the extraordinary talent, craftsmanship and skill of the flooring installation industry.
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Are Flooring Installers Being Properly Educated on Moisture Testing?

Kori A. Winters
December 4, 2020
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With moisture-sensitive flooring on the rise, it's important that flooring installers and other industry professionals are properly educated on moisture testing and control.
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relative humidity (RH) and pH testing

Vital to Test for Concrete PH Before Hardwood Flooring Installation

December 8, 2020
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The mechanics of installing finished flooring on concrete slabs may be straightforward, but what is not so straightforward is determining whether the condition of the concrete is suitable for the installation.
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Jon Namba

A Look at 2020 and Beyond

Jonnamba
Jon Namba
November 27, 2020
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COVID-19 has changed our lives around the globe.
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cork and bamboo flooring

Working with Bamboo and Cork Floors

November 27, 2020
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These products, which are often lumped together with hardwood, deserve special attention and know-how, as they are actually bark (cork) and woody grass (bamboo).
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NAFCT interview

NAFCT Enters Fight Against Installation Shortage

December 2, 2020
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In an effort to address and alleviate this and other issues impacted by a lack of skilled labor, the newly formed National Association of Floor Covering Technicians (NAFCT) has entered the industry with a goal to improve the flooring industry through training.
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FCI Contractor Spotlight: Gerry Swift

Lotus Building Services
December 3, 2020
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Gerry Swift, vice president of Lotus Building Services, entered the flooring industry in 1986, and since then, he’s seen many ups and downs, but none quite like the current pandemic we are experiencing.
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failed shower installation

Can We Learn from Our Mistakes?

Scott Carothers
December 2, 2020
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All of us make mistakes; it's going to happen, but the crucial point is how we handle them.
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Lignomat USA Package V2-KM

Moisture Control Product Roundup

December 7, 2020
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A collection of the latest moisture control products on the market.
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Grady Memorial Hospital

Water Damage Restoration: Grady Memorial Hospital

Greg Vale
December 7, 2020
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On the afternoon of December 7, 2019, the hospital suffered a trauma that it was not equipped to handle.
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Owen Roberts International Airport on Grand Cayman

Grand Cayman Airport Gets Full Custom Tile Installation System

December 8, 2020
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To support record levels of travel, Owen Roberts International Airport (ORIA) on Grand Cayman has been expanded and renovated with large format tile.
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ToughBuilt's 3-Piece Handyman tool belt set

ToughBuilt Offers 3-Piece Handyman Tool Belt Set

December 1, 2020
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Strap in, buckle down and get to work with ToughBuilt's 3-Piece Handyman tool belt set, which offers adjustable, interchangeable pouches.
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Roppe's Rubber Stair Treads with DuPont Kevlar fibers

Roppe Rubber Stair Treads with DuPont Kevlar Fibers

December 1, 2020
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Roppe's Rubber Stair Treads with DuPont Kevlar fibers is a long-lasting, high-performing tread.
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stonetech

Stonetech Luxury Vinyl & Laminate Cleaner by Laticrete

September 30, 2020
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Laticrete, a manufacturer of globally proven construction solutions for the building industry, now offers Stonetech Luxury Vinyl & Laminate Cleaner, a no-rinse, daily cleaner designed to quickly and safely remove tough dirt, grease, dust and spills on all luxury vinyl, laminate, linoleum and resilient floors and countertops.


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mapeguard

Mapei Introduces New Crack-Isolation Membrane

September 29, 2020
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Mapei recently introduced Mapeguard CI, a time-saving solution for ceramic tile and stone installations.


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2021 January/February

In the January/February 2021 issue of FCI, we talk about common mistakes in resilient flooring installations and how to avoid them. Also in this issue, we share a virtual showcase of the latest product introductions.
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