Comments for Ask A Floor Guy with Rob McNealy

Comment on Cork: A Unique Eco Friendly Flooring Alternative by Jelinek Cork Group

Jelinek Cork Group — Thu, 05 Feb 2009 21:13:26 +0000

Its true – many people think of bulletin boards when they hear “cork flooring”. Thanks for helping to educate them. Cork is a great product and there is so much one can do with it – whether on the floor, on the walls or even the ceiling.

Another eco-friendly option for cork flooring is the cork mosaic flooring. These floors are actually produced from recycled wine corks and cork waste to create beautiful, eco-friendly flooring. The wine corks are cut into discs and adhered to a backing to form unique mosaic patterns. You can read more about it – http://jelinek.com/flooring.htm#4

Comment on Cork: A Unique Eco Friendly Flooring Alternative by Team Wicanders

Team Wicanders — Thu, 29 Jan 2009 21:49:47 +0000

Hi Rob,
Thanks for telling the story of cork oak for flooring. It’s nature’s very own eco-friendly product. And with binders and finishes that have also been made with indoor air quality in mind, cork oak rises to the head of the class.
Cheers!
Team Wicanders

Comment on HGTV & DIY with Eric Stromer of Over Your Head by Kimberly Pegues

Kimberly Pegues — Sun, 25 Jan 2009 17:47:08 +0000

I have an outdoor project that I started two years ago, but I am over my head.
I wanted to know if your show will be having a “casting call” for people who live in the metropolitan atlanta area. I am actually 40minutes from Atlanta, Georgia. And my project in general would consist of a flag stone walk way and patio with a deck, built in BBQ with cabinets and countertop.
If you are looking for someone to be on the show, I would be more than happy.
Thank you, fondly Kimberly Pegues

Comment on View Flooring Samples in Your Home with Empire Today by Paul

Paul — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 22:41:25 +0000

Rob,

I am currently building a house and I am putiing in floor heat. I was wondering what is the best flooring to use (other than ceramic tile) with floor heat that will hold the warmth and won’t dry out and crack?

Comment on Using Tile to Beautify Your Outdoor Living Space by Matt McClure

Matt McClure — Fri, 23 Jan 2009 02:34:19 +0000

Rob,

I really like the idea of tiling outdoors but I have seen so many projects on homes that have had water damage. Are you familiar with the Duradek outdoor floooring products and the tiledek specifically?

Comment on View Flooring Samples in Your Home with Empire Today by Laminate Wood Flooring

Laminate Wood Flooring — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 16:10:54 +0000

“Empire today ” is doing a great job, Flooring samples displayed are excellent. The advantage of this feature is customers have a view of different designs and have a wide choice.

Jessica

Comment on Sustainable Flooring & Architecture with Becky Alexis by Rob McNealy

Rob McNealy — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 03:14:47 +0000

Thanks for commenting. This website is Ask A Floor Guy. We interviewed Becky some time ago. She rocks.

Comment on Sustainable Flooring & Architecture with Becky Alexis by J. Lehman

J. Lehman — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 03:14:04 +0000

Great stuff Becky! Very interesting to see how the residential building industry is approaching green building. The corporate new construction LEED certification is slightly less interesting.

btw – How have you been!

Comment on Common Wood Floor Problems & Wood Science with Howard Brickman by Rob McNealy

Rob McNealy — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 03:13:15 +0000

What do you mean by “Lippage? ”

Anyhow, the standards engineered or prefinished products actually come from the manufacturers themselves. You would need to contact their technical department and check with them.

Comment on Common Wood Floor Problems & Wood Science with Howard Brickman by Don Combest

Don Combest — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 03:12:46 +0000

What are industry standards for engineered wood lippage

Comment on Construction and Media with Tim Carter of Ask the Builder by Ken Fisher

Ken Fisher — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 03:11:57 +0000

Interesting interview. I’ve been following Tim for the last few years. It’s nice to see guys like myself and Tim being able to make a living off the internet, especially from the construction field.

Ken Fisher
hardwoodinstaller.com

Comment on Fixing Squeaks in Hardwood Floors by RichardMcKay

RichardMcKay — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 03:11:06 +0000

Excellent website full of great advice. Will be taking a leaf out of your book for how to market a wood floor company. Superb stuff!

Comment on Matching Hardwood Floor Finishes to Existing Woodwork by Rob J

Rob J — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 03:09:54 +0000

From what I know of my discussions with some of our sales guys, a lot of customers are actually looking for colour variations, for just the reasons you’re talking about – because variety is fun, and uniformity is kind of dull. I think there’s more of a movement toward natural materials these days, as opposed to vinyl tile, lino, and carpeting. So, I think a lot of people are beginning to adjust their expectations when it comes to the types of visual effects they’re after.

Comment on Tile Layout Pattern Ideas To Give Your Room Style by Alex Nelson

Alex Nelson — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 03:08:56 +0000

I have a long and skinny bathroom, and would like to tile it on diagonal, I have my center line but wondering if there’s a better way to keep my lines straight?

Comment on Benefits of Hardwood Flooring by Rob McNealy

Rob McNealy — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 03:07:41 +0000

Neil, thanks for commenting. You are correct. Hardwood floors make living with allergies much easier. What are you up to?

Comment on Benefits of Hardwood Flooring by Neil Street

Neil Street — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 03:07:11 +0000

Excellent article Rob. I just wanted to add one other benefit that helps millions of people. Hardwood flooring is allergy free. For people suffering from dust, pet dander, and that kind of allergy, there is nothing worse than carpet, and nothing better than a hardwood floor.

Comment on Advantages of Ceramic and Natural Stone Tile by Saygin MozartDeco

Saygin MozartDeco — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 03:06:08 +0000

I believe what brings the most out of the natural stone products is those 4 words: durability, aesthetics and creativity, healthy. Natural stones offer a great variety, maybe one of the most useful materials, but still not valued well enough. I totally agree with Rob and would like to add as an expert that natural stones may be the defining content of one´s ambient. Wooden flooring and decoration may also be good, but it burns, gets second hand soon and keeps dirt. However, it is best for the dance stage and looks beautiful in certain ambients.

Comment on Advantages of Ceramic and Natural Stone Tile by Morgan

Morgan — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 03:05:21 +0000

Dear Rob,
I have ceramic tile counter tops throughout my kitchen and LOVE IT!!! I am wanting to put ceramic tile on the floors in my den, without making it a radiant floor. I am concerned about how cold they would be in the winter months. And second, I have two dogs. On occasion they do have accidents. I am a concerned about the grout absorbing urine odor.Would I regret this route.

Morgan Tennessee

Comment on Advantages of Ceramic and Natural Stone Tile by harmonsmith

harmonsmith — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 03:04:30 +0000

Thanks for such an informative blog about ceramic tiles. I hope i can see this blog two years before when i was building my house and was confused what to select ceramic tiles or wood for my kitchen. but Thanks to Ciciliot for clearing my confusion. It is very hard to find good help and that i found then.
Not many people have knowledge about ceramics and help of professional is mandatory in this regard.

Comment on Using Tile to Beautify Your Outdoor Living Space by Alicia

Alicia — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 03:03:16 +0000

Here are ideas for tile mural installations for floors , tips on framing the tiles and using field tiles to coordinate with the mural.. Considering the use of found vintage labels and a great way to showcase retro art. Glass tiles and porcelain kiln fired are perfect for a custom floor mural

http://aliciatappdesigns.com/customer_testimonials.htm