Because there is a higher probability of moisture in a basement slab, only floating floors are recommended. Tiles that are glued could delaminate and cup, therefore are not recommended. We recommend the use of the floating floor with a foam film underlayment as a moisture barrier underneath.

Solid 3/4" Hardwood flooring cannot be installed below grade (below the soil line) or over concrete. When a solid product encounters moisture it reacts very negatively. Therefore, a laminate or engineered flooring must be used. Laminate flooring is constructed by fusing 4-plys of material together to form a product with unprecedented strength and durability. An engineered product is very similar with the exception that they usually have a real wood layer on top of the constructed core. See similar questions...

Cork is a natural insulator so just by having a heated house; the floor will draw the warmth. If you still want to install radiant heat, it has posed no problems. The floor may take slightly longer warm up but the heat will be retained efficiently. Only floating floors should be installed over radiant heat systems. Floating floors tend to go through normal contraction and expansion as a unit since they are not attached to the sub-floor. See similar questions...

If you are handy, you probably can. Floating cork floors are literally a snap to install since we use a clic system. Cork tiles require a little more attention to preparation of the sub-floor, but can be installed successfully by the handy homeowner. Varnishing is as simple as carefully mopping a floor, and all our products are low-VOC, water-based and low-odor. See similar questions...

Carpetiles may be installed over most any smooth surface. Our Commercial Grade Carpetiles are installed in office buildings, schools, banks, hospitals, airports, & retail stores. Most of these installations are over concrete subfloors. Carpetiles may also be installed over wood, ceramic tile, laminate or vinyl flooring as well. Our recommended i-Stik Double Sided Carpet Tape method makes installation a breeze. See similar questions...

The Ontario Building Code only requires basement insulation to be installed from the underside of the subfloor to not less than 60 cm (24 inches) below the adjacent exterior ground level. See similar questions...

Yes, choose our clic floating cork floor and you can install directly over your existing flooring with very little surface preparation. See similar questions...

You first need to flatten the floor with a skim coat of a Portland cement based patching compound. Or, you can simply install a floating clic cork floor directly over the existing tile. See similar questions...

Yes it can, provided you have tested your basement floor for moisture. Excessive moisture can be controlled and brought within acceptable levels simply with a plastic vapor barrier sheet or special applied coatings. Either glue-down cork tiles or floating planks can be installed in basements, although in most cases, it is easier to use a floating floor system. See similar questions...

YES. The floor and walls are a significant source of heat loss. An insulated floor is warmer and drier; and it has direct influence on your comfort. Putting carpets on a floor only makes it feel warmer. If you have a heated floor insulation is very much necessary, as the heat loss through the floor would be higher than 50%. This heat loss is a huge and unnecessary waste of money. Return on investment for floor insulation is very quick, mainly because of the low cost of INSTA-PANELS®. See similar questions...

No problem. We pour a concrete base to attach the Presto Bathroom to your floor and can even it out that way. See similar questions...

Installation is easy. All systems come with a detailed manual that includes pictures of the installation process. See similar questions...

We're just starting to build our library of photographs. For now, click here to view one of our installations. After proper conditions of the substrate are met (see below), the installation continues with the lay out of the room area. To establish centerlines in the same manner as other tile installations, run a parallel line from the centerline at the entryway. The substrate is then coated with Globus Cork reciprocal adhesive. See similar questions...

Many of the special qualities of cork derive from the fact that it is actually the bark of the cork oak. Its role as a protective barrier for the tree also means that it is also naturally hypo-allergenic, anti-microbial and anti-fungal. Cork, because of its micro-cellular structure, is very resilient - cushioning blows, resisting dents and absorbing sound. Cork is also beautifully warm underfoot because of its high insulation value. See similar questions...

Vacuum and damp mop when necessary to keep dirt and abrasive particles from dulling the finish. As with a hardwood floor, you should avoid excessive moisture, so never flood the floor when mopping. Occasionally you can use floor cleaners formulated for polyurethane finished hardwood flooring diluted in water (i.e. Bona X by Bonakemi, Squeaky Clean by Basic Coatings, Finitec Hardwood Floor Cleaner, etc.) See similar questions...

Using our MP765 water-based polyurethane varnish, all you need to do is lightly scuff-sand the floor with 220 grit sandpaper, vacuum, and apply two light coats of varnish with a synthetic applicator mop. See similar questions...

Watch high-wear areas such as stairs, hallways and in front of kitchen sinks for the first signs of dulling of the finish- this is an indication that it's time to re-finish those areas. See similar questions...

Cats and small dogs are usually not an issue at all with cork floors. Large dogs, however, can damage the surface of almost any floor, especially hardwood. Cork has the advantage over hardwood since it is resilient, absorbs impact and doesn't scratch or gouge as easily as hardwood. Protected by DuroDesign's MP765, cork also has excellent abrasion resistance. Ultimately, your pet's good behavior and keeping their nails trimmed will help keep your cork floors looking beautiful. See similar questions...

If you are good at do-it-yourself projects, and have installed other types of flooring, then you will probably not have any difficulty. However, if you have never installed any form of flooring, then you may wish to employ a reputable flooring installer who is experienced in installing vinyl, wood, or ceramic tiles. If you decide to have your cork floors professionally installed, ensure that they are familiar with the product and brand that you have chosen. See similar questions...

Please refer to the installation instructions found in every box of product or refer to our Floor Care, Installation section of our website. See similar questions...