No, if you have large gaps between the boards, this is likely related to the relative humidity in your home. See "How Moisture and Humidity affects Hardwood Flooring" for more information. The FreshStart process includes a fill operation which will, at least temporarily, cure this problem.

Yes! FreshCoat is compatible with every type of hardwood floor and every type of hardwood floor finish.

The most common causes of separations are Mother Nature and dryness. The loss of moisture results in the most frequent reason for shrinkage of individual pieces and cracks. Most cracks are seasonal – they appear in dry months, or the cold season when heating is required, and close during humid periods. This type of separation and close is considered normal. In solid 2 ?" wide strip oak floors, "dry time" cracks may be the width of a dime’s thickness (1/32nd").

Absolutely, cracks enhance the look of stained floors. Most stained floors use a combination of cut designs and colors to add beauty. The cracks are complimenting.

If the floor is cracked it is advisable to use an anti-fracture membrane, otherwise cracks may transmit through the tile. Also as stated in question #2 you cannot tile over a painted concrete floor.

Cracks in your basement floor can also be caused by settling and shifting in your foundation walls, in the footer underlying your foundation, or in the floor (or "slab") itself. However, floor cracks are more frequently caused by hydrostatic pressure. The water pressure from below the floor must escape somewhere, so it pokes a hole or crack in your basement floor.

A maintenance procedure which enhances the cosmetic appearance and durability characteristics of a hardwood floor wear layer surface.

In is common for cracks to appear in floors, especially with wider planks, due to shrinkage and expansion over the years. Small cracks are not harmful to the floor and most will only appear seasonally due to changes in moisture levels. In order to reduce or eliminate the chances of getting cracks in your floor, make an effort to maintain a humidity level between 45% and 55% throughout the year.

All open cracks, including those in your expansion or "tool" joints, if applicable, will be repaired. Additionally, larger surface imperfections will also be repaired. Extensive crack and/or patch repairs may be subject to additional charges.

Yes, Try to cross at an oblique angle so all the wheels are not in the crack at the same time. Go slowly. If you have a problem, put sheet metal across the crack and hold it in place with duct tape.

Floor Patch should be used for this repair because of its ease of use. The product contains resin, hardener, and silica-filler. When mixed together, this creates a concrete consistency that is easily troweled into spalled areas, cracks, and control joints.

Construction joints, cold joints and cracks larger than a "hairline" should be cut or chiseled open to form a narrow groove which is then filled with a blend of hydraulic cement and XYPEX.

If your initial test result is 4.2 pCi/L based on a short term test, another test should be conducted as a follow-up. It is possible that the result of such a test would be below 4.0 pCi/L. However, if your home's actual radon concentration is 4.2 pCi/L, sealing cracks in the floor and wall joints is a good first step in solving the problem. A gun-grade polyurethane caulk should be used.

Yes. Even though FreshCoat is extremely durable, it is NOT bulletproof. Care should be taken to prevent surface damage, but keep in mind that FreshCoat was developed to take care of this damage, preventing the need for complete re-sanding due to minor damage.

We can fill and close cracks in the concrete; however we cannot guarantee that they won’t return. Cracks in concrete are a given, many contractors say that there are two types of concrete “cracked and about to crack”. Normally this should be limited to hairline cracking with minimal separation as all structural concrete is reinforced internally.

This is also due to an uneven watering schedule. Try to keep the soil from drying out by watering regularly (be sure to water in the morning). A good idea would be to give plants one deep watering per week for most soil types; two waterings for sandy soils. You should also mulch the plants to help retain moisture. When choosing seeds or starter plants look for varieties that are labeled as crack resistant.

Most foundation cracks are a result of concrete shrinkage while the foundation is drying during construction. Sometimes cracks occur from settling, and usually happen within the first three years of the home. Horizontal cracks may need structural repair, but most cracks are vertical and do not affect the compressive strength of the foundation. However, cracks on outside walls are subject to water seepage and should be repaired.

Cracks in cedar are called “checking” and are a normal aging process in cedar. It is usually most noticeable on edges and drilled holes, where there is more exposed surface area and drying. Checking does not affect the strength of the furniture. Checking adds uniqueness and character for the wood of a natural product.

Though we do everything possible to treat cracks and to eliminate 90% of them, it is possible they may reoccur. If they do, it is usually always in the form of a hairline which is not objectionable as it is largely hidden in the texture. However, if a crack becomes objectionable and is large enough to fill, we will repair it for you for a small service charge.

Although it's important to repair the cracks to stop the water coming through to the inside, you need to then seal the entire wall or floor surface with one of our basement waterproofing products. Remember that you only repair the interior part of the crack ? it still goes right through to the exterior and will let water in. If you don't seal the surrounding wall or floor surface the incoming water will by-pass the repaired crack and soak into the concrete around it.

No, since we are not removing the finish layer we cannot change the flooring's color. The FreshStart process can accommodate color change.

Every item of furniture should have protective felt pads, and you should keep them up. Also, keeping the floor as clean as possible will help too. See "Maintenance Tips".

The pelvic floor is a "sling" of muscles which support the abdominal organs, including the uterus, urinary bladder the urethra, and the rectum. It normally tightens to help control the release of urine from the bladder, but can become weakened through childbirth or obesity, or become thinner through lowering of estrogen levels after menopause. This weakening is often associated with stress incontinence.

Yes. Dispersed Hydrated Lime (DHL) fills fine cracks with breathable, flexible lime mixture. Click here to learn more about DHL.

Open seams and cracks are extremely bad for both the health of the violin and its tone. It is not advisable for the typical player to attempt to close a seam. It is an absolute no no to try to fix a crack. Extremes of weather can cause seams to open and cracks to develop. When this happens take the violin to a good repair person. The longer the repair is delayed the worse the situation can become. Both the seam and crack can easily spread.

Cracks and fissures are breaks in your skin. They may be the result of skin that is too dry or too moist. When skin is too dry, it can become rough and flaky. A large fissure often forms at the base of the heel. When skin is too moist, you may get a bacterial or fungal infection. This can cause cracks between the toes. People who often walk barefoot or wear open shoes are at risk for dry skin.

Small or medium cracks in decking woods are known as checking, and appear as the wood begins to dry out. There are many great products out there – knotty cedar, red cedar, clear cedar, redwood, mahogany, ipe, pressure-treated pine...

ABSOLUTELY! All cracks are repaired using high strength epoxies prior to applying the skim coat. New tension control joints are then placed, or existing ones cut deeper to alleviate the tension and allow for the movement that created the crack initially.(Note: Repaired cracks cannot be guaranteed, but we have found this system to be very effective at reducing or eliminating further cracking.)