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Michael C. Malizia

Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.88
  • Clarity of Response 9.87
  • Politeness 9.92
  • Response Time(hr) 55.3
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 63.0
  • Total Questions 1649
 I can answer questions about, Grout and ceramic tile restoration and installation. This topic generally focuses on new or old installations that have an existing problem. I can offer advice on how to correct common made installation mistakes. Such as, cementitious grout problems, efflorescence, ghosting, shading, and flashing. And tile installation problems such as, floor deflection, slip resistance, loose tiles, vapor transmission and many others. These are just a few of the problems associated with new tile and grout installations. I can also offer advice with restoring old tile and grout problems such as, sealer removal, re-sealing, grout re-coloring, grout repair, and caulking.

Bill Hohmann

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.93
  • Clarity of Response 9.91
  • Politeness 9.95
  • Response Time(hr) 11.7
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 11.8
  • Total Questions 1291
 I can answer questions concerning the stripping and sealing of various tile, brick, and stone flooring with an emphasis on Mexican Tile. I cannot help in regards to installation issues, such as what sort of tile to use; how to install or remove tiles, etc.

John Michaels

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.91
  • Clarity of Response 9.81
  • Politeness 10.0
  • Response Time(hr) 3.6
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 4.4
  • Total Questions 1709
 All questions pertaining to all indoor floor coverings regarding best products to choose, proper installation techniques, and proper maintenance techniques.

Carey Mitchell

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 10.00
  • Clarity of Response 10.00
  • Politeness 10.00
  • Response Time(hr) 83.6
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 83.6
  • Total Questions 6
 Any question regarding carpet, including specifications, maintenance, installation, regulation.

Perry Vellenga

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.92
  • Clarity of Response 9.90
  • Politeness 10.0
  • Response Time(hr) 35.1
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 66.1
  • Total Questions 2987
 Ceramic Tile/Marble. I can answer questions about floor preparation, tile selection, layout questions, performance of products, expectations of finish, compatabilities, questions about grout and epoxies, evaluating an installer, asking the right questions to check competence...more? 30 years this August 09'/ many years in commercial application from exterior finishes to Mall store fronts/ interior finishes like floor packages in stores inside Malls examples: The Limited, Lerner/NY, Lane Bryants, Bombay Co., ect...

Carol Blaha

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.83
  • Clarity of Response 9.83
  • Politeness 10.0
  • Response Time(hr) 16.5
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 12.4
  • Total Questions 375
 Flooring questions: Specification, Warranties, Inspections, Product Knowledge, Enviromental Issues

R Adams

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.98
  • Clarity of Response 9.93
  • Politeness 9.98
  • Response Time(hr) 12.1
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 13.5
  • Total Questions 162
 Certified Installer 1966-1976, Certified Carpet Cleaning Instructor 1976-1985, Certified Commercial and Residential Floor Inspector since 1985 is available to answer questions on problems with carpet or other flooring, and carpet cleaning. I can guide you as to whether you may have a valid claim against a manufacturer/installer/dealer/cleaning company. PLEASE NOTE the following: I do not give decorator advice, I do not recommend specific name brands, companies or products in order to maintain my impartiality as an inspector and I cannot answer questions with regard to current pricing as I do not sell or no longer install flooring. No private answers please.

Harvey Chichester

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.93
  • Clarity of Response 9.81
  • Politeness 10.00
  • Response Time(hr) 17.0
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 20.3
  • Total Questions 395
 Concrete floor coatings, repair, decoration etc.

Chris

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.92
  • Clarity of Response 9.89
  • Politeness 9.97
  • Response Time(hr) 20.0
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 33.8
  • Total Questions 1699
 20+ years flooring installation ...carpet,wood,tile and vinyl. Residential and commercial. I do not sell the products , just install what ever the shop / customer has purchased. I actually love seeing the finished project completed and it gives me great satisfaction to help others acheive that goal. If I don't know the answer I will say so, and then I will recommend another expert for you. I may even research the subject and answer to the best of my ability ...including links to my sources. I wish you all success Chris

Don Moore

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.65
  • Clarity of Response 9.29
  • Politeness 10.00
  • Response Time(hr) 12.2
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) 29.0
  • Total Questions 71
 Questions regarding the care and maintenance of Marble, Travertine, Limestone and Terazzo. I can also help with Granite.

Barbara Jacobs

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability N/A
  • Clarity of Response N/A
  • Politeness N/A
  • Response Time(hr) N/A
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) N/A
  • Total Questions 0
 I am happy to answer questions about the design and fabrication of hand made area rugs, specifically: Hand Knotted Tibetan Rugs. Similar questions that arise about different methods of making other, less authentic types that are called "tibetan" are also possible subjects.

Ed

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.33
  • Clarity of Response 9.67
  • Politeness 10.0
  • Response Time(hr) 76.2
  •  --Last 90 Days(hr) N/A
  • Total Questions 69
 I can answer any questions pertaining to rugs, including Oriental rugs, Persian rugs, Indian rugs, Pakistani rugs, Chinese rugs, needlepoint, hooked rugs, Dhurrys, Kilims, antique rugs, hand made rugs, hand knotted rugs, rug cleaning, rug repair, rug appraisal, rug restoration, rug storage, rug pads, rug protection, rug decorating, mothproofing, rug guarding. I CANNOT answer any questions about wall to wall carpeting, about carpets, tiles and floorings.

Recent Answers

2012-02-09 hardy board:

Welcome back....         Well I see that my suspicions were correct. The things you "think" should be straight forward and simple in reality can be quite difficult once all the ingredients are tallyed

2012-02-08 Tile floors:

Hi Rashida;Thanks for your question.  First you should obtain the name of the EXACT manufacturer of the tiles, either by any cartons left, from the installation, your bill of sale, the dealer from whom

2012-02-08 hardy board:

Glad to help Tom... as an additional suggestion be careful to make sure that all of the backer board is secure before proceeding with an adhesive installation. You don't want this floor to creak or pop

2012-02-06 hardy boad:

Thank you for your question Tom,        You might be surprised at the toughness of even a 1/4" of this backer board. Although I am not a fan of the material it is quite dense. Knowing this I have strong

2012-02-03 Floor covering in room with wood-burning stove:

Hi Yvonne;Thanks for your question.  One of the healthiest floor covering one can have is carpet.  It has a pile that traps, filters, and holds harmful track-in soils, air polutants, allergents, etc.,

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