Yes! Use the bare floor tool or install one of our most popular options: the VacPan? automatic dustpan. It's ideal for removing debris from the kitchen, bath or mudroom. Simply sweep trash towards the automatic dustpan, touch the toeswitch and use the power of your Beam to instantly remove it. No more dustpans or stooping over to pick up swept debris.

Ceramic tile floors don't need any wax or floor finish, and all you have to do is sweep and mop them regularly to keep them clean and shiny. Mop with clear water (or add just a dab of liquid dish detergent), and change the water as soon as it gets cloudy. Too much soap or dirty water will leave a dulling or sticky film. Don't use brown or black nylon-backed scrub pads on ceramic tile, or you could scratch the surface.

Look for EZ Moves® Felt Furniture Slides for added protection on hard floors. EZ Moves® Furniture Slides will work on non carpeted surfaces. However, we recommend you make sure the floor is clean to prevent dirt or grit from damaging the floor finish. Refer to floor manufacturer's recommendation for compatibility. Do not use on rough concrete, this will damage your EZ Moves® Furniture Slides. Do not use on newly refinished or newly installed floors.

Conventional floor coatings will not acquire sufficient adhesion to a ceramic tile floor. A professional contractor could be called in to completely scarify the surface. Once the ceramic finish is completely removed, it may be possible to treat the surface as a masonry or concrete surface.

Cleaning tiles is simple. Wipe tiles with a damp sponge or mop, using a small amount of soap less detergent in warm water. Heavy duty cleaning can be accomplished with a bleach and water solution. Avoid abrasive household cleaners, which will scratch your tile. (see tile care for more thorough information)

A: We recommend a special cleaner that doesn't harm the floor because it evaporates soon after contact but provides excellent cleansing results. Before this product is applied, the floor should be vacuumed. for more information on this product, contact us.

Yes. There are all types of hardwood floor kits that can be installed. It is not recommend to use heavy tongue in groove type but you can use a lighter tongue in groove like Pergo etc.

No. We do not recommend using FreshCare® Fabric Refresher on hardwood floors. FreshCare® Fabric Refresher was developed to restore freshness to fabrics and clothing not for hard surface use.

Yes. Several of the major manufacturers of flooring are now designating the TiPe kombi Floor Cloth as their suggested maintenance system once floors have been installed. There are two reason: Moisture is the enemy of wood floors and the TiPe System performs great ...dry. Secondly, for scuff marks and stains, a moistened TiPe floor cloth is far superior to a wet anything. By the way, the cloths were designed to protrude beyond the holder for a reason.

Yes, we have our system set up where the backing of the carpet or rug is not ever saturated, therefore no problem with wood floors underneath. Oriental rugs and all woven rugs should be cleaned in-plant by hand for the best results. (see services for more info on rugs)

We recommend using a non-rinsing cleaner that leaves no film. We suggest that you vacuum, sweep or dust mop more frequently. Wipe up food or other spills immediately using a non-abrasive cleaner and a soft cloth. You should NEVER USE ABRASIVE CLEANERS, POWDERS, OIL CLEANERS, WAXES OR DISH DETERGENT; this will scratch the surface or leave a film.

The haziness that you see is probably grout smear from the installation process. This can be safely removed using our Restore Restoration Cleaner for Ceramic Tile and Grout. Make sure you protect all walls, baseboards, carpeted areas, plants, foliage and metals. Restore™ may damage stainless steel and other surfaces. Sweep or dust mop loose dirt and debris off of the floor. Prepare a solution of 1 part of Restore™ mixed with 4 parts of warm or hot water.

No. The material is very slippery due its granular nature and chemistry of the material and could be dangerous when used in this situation. These surfaces do not lend themselves to holding the material like carpet would and we would not be able to warrant it for a year in this situation.

Common sense mainly. Never use an abrasive cleanser or cleaning pad as this may scratch the vinyl frame material or glass. To clean the vinyl frame, use a mild detergent and water or one of the common household cleaners. For hard to clean marks or scuffs, try using varsol on a clean cloth and rub lightly. To clean the glass use one of the commercially available glass cleaners, or a mixture of ammonia and water or vinegar and water.

Although modified thinset will bond to the vinyl floor covering it doesn't mean it will allow for a successful installation. The vinyl should be removed along with the 1/4" plywood underlayment.

We generally recommend that the underlayment be removed because the subfloor may mot be adequate to support tile; however if your existing vinyl floor was installed over an adequate subfloor using a full spread installation method then yes, it can be done if you use the proper installation products.

Sheet vinyl has come a long way since the original patterns and colors. With the new imaging available many of the sheet vinyl patterns look very similar to ceramic tile or hardwood flooring.

Each Ceramic or Stone product has characteristics that make it suitable for different applications. Here are some interesting facts. Slate is a natural stone product, so expect shading variations. Slate has high freeze and water resistance. Natural slate varies in hardness and density. It resists wear, dirt and most chemicals. Ceramic tiles include a tremendous variety of products. Ceramic tiles are rated, so that the product installed will fit its intended purpose.

Ceramic tile is a mixture of clays which have been shaped and fired at high temperatures, resulting in a hard body. Ceramic tile is made of two parts: the body, which is called the Bisque and the surface which is called the Glaze. Glaze colors are made from minerals such as gold, sliver, zinc copper, mercury cobalt and others.

Ceramic tile is characterised by its easiness to clean, its ability to be kept from dirt and any type of corruption. You can simply clean your floor with a damp cloth and if the surface is dirty or greasy, cleaning agents such as detergents or bleach may be used. The ability of ceramic surfaces to prevent humidity, also prevents the development of dust mites population and fungi that are easily generated. Ceramic tiles are naturally resistant to chemical and biological agents, and to friction..

Orange Glo Cleaner can be used on unfinished hardwood floors. Orange Glo Hardwood Refinisher should only be used on polyurethane finished hardwood floors.

Interior floors certainly do not require characteristics such as frost resistance that instead are essential for exterior surfaces. So specifying frost resistance for interior tiles (unless inside a cold storage room) would itself be unjustified. Having said this, it is important not to draw hasty and incorrect conclusions. The first such hasty conclusion could be expressed as follows: "Frost resistant tiles must be used solely for exterior applications".

Although glazed ceramic tile requires less floor care than most of the other flooring types, there are things you need to do to maintain the beauty of the ceramic tile floor. Wash regularly. Wash the floor regularly to remove any dirt or grit. Use a mild, diluted detergent solution, such as Mr. Clean or Spic & Span. If in doubt, call us to get the file manufacturer’s cleaning recommendations. Always rinse.

Wipe glazed wall tiles periodically using a cloth or sponge dampened with a non oil-based household cleaner. Vacuum glazed floor tiles regularly to remove dirt and other gritty particles, then damp mop or sponge with an all-purpose, non oil-based cleaner. Remember not to use ammonia, as it will discolor grout. Clean unglazed wall and floor tiles in a similar manner using a solution of water and soapless detergent instead of an all-purpose cleaner.

Layout - My husband is having trouble with the layout/cuts in the ceramic tile for our tub/shower area. There is an uncentered window in the primary wall. He keeps saying "no matter how I figure it, I still end up with 1/2" gap at the top of wall". Is there any way you can tell him what he's doing wrong? Thanks SOOO MUCH! Exterior Chimney - Do you have any information on tiling the exterior of a stucco chimney? Below freezing in winter.

a. No. Don't use bleach to clean the ceramic filter. Soak it in water with a few drops of dish washing soap and then scrub with a soapless dish cleaning pad. The 3M Scotchbrite brand (or similar pad), available at any grocery store, works well. You don't want to put bleach in your drinking water.

We base that statement on the fact that UniBond PVA is the only PVA to be independently audited and rigorously tested at least twice a year. It is the only PVA to hold BS Kitemarks and BBA Certification in the UK. Yes, you may remember using PVA as a child at school. It is safe to use hence schools often use it within their art departments for young children to use.