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Should You Use Hardwood Floors in Kitchens and Bathrooms?

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Dave Murphy, the training director of N-Hance Wood Refinishing , believes that hardwood floors make an excellent choice in the kitchen. There are sealants that can protect hardwood floors. John Manning, manager broker at RE/MAX on Market in Seattle, WA, advises against hardwood, and even engineered wood flooring products.

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Perspective: Reducing Callbacks and Preventing Failures

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These need to be kept clear and filled with a flexible 100% silicone sealant. With the lack of skilled tilesetters, the industry is seeing more failures than ever caused by lack of training. A high-performance product was used to install a backerboard or mat, while a heavy tile was set with an economy product.

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The MIA Toronto Chapter Discusses the Nuances of Natural Stone Installation

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The goal of this group would be to provide training for the Natural Stone Industry and create awareness to the Architectural and Design Communities. The discussion surrounded the use and characteristics of water based and solvent based products. The realization of this goal came on March 27, 2014 at Moscone Marble and Tile.

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Favorite Spring Cleaning Tips (Plus Inspiration!)

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A fresh, clean look will help your family be more productive and comfortable in this new season. New sealant on the exterior of the window was a quick and easy fix.). I recently found an online Maid Training Academy which claims graduates can clean a 3,500 square foot house in four hours. House Cleaning Checklist.

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Can different types of kitchen tiles have different hygienic qualities?

Kitchen and Residential Design

Social Media Training. According to www.countrycustomtile.com , the sealant that protects against fungal and bacterial cultures is an impregnating seal, which works by seeping deep into the grout and tile and bonds with the molecules within. Homepath Products. Kitchen and Residential Design. 23 June 2014. Posted by Paul Anater.

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Kitchen and Residential Design: Modernizing the kitchen space in.

Kitchen and Residential Design

Social Media Training. Marble is also a good material to use since it does not crack when heat is applied and it is a good surface material for making pastries and other delicate products. A clear, food-grade sealant is put over the glass to ensure that the surface is smooth and will not cause cuts or injuries. 09 April 2014.

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The 10 Most Common Causes of Roof Leaks

Freshome Design & Architecture Magazine

Then, apply a coat of roofing sealant to the nail heads. If you see an ice dam forming, consider treating it with an ice melt product, according to manufacturer’s directions. Hire a professional roofer to do your fixes, since they are trained on how to avoid the most easily-damaged areas. Image Via: Lohss Construction.

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