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Michael C. Malizia

Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.89
  • Clarity of Response 9.88
  • Timeliness 9.85
  • Politeness 9.92
  • Total Questions 1440
 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 flash. 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 9.93
  • Timeliness 9.98
  • Politeness 9.95
  • Total Questions 1093
 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 9.90
  • Clarity of Response 9.83
  • Timeliness 10.0
  • Politeness 10.0
  • Total Questions 1101
 All questions pertaining to all indoor floor coverings regarding best products to choose, proper installation techniques, and proper maintenance techniques.

Harvey Chichester

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.90
  • Clarity of Response 9.75
  • Timeliness 9.96
  • Politeness 10.0
  • Total Questions 287
 Concrete floor coatings, repair, decoration etc.

Luis Santamaria

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability N/A
  • Clarity of Response N/A
  • Timeliness N/A
  • Politeness N/A
  • Total Questions 0
 I can answer all question about rug pads I can answer questions about area rugs I can answer questions about protecting floors with the right rug pad

Carol Blaha

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.84
  • Clarity of Response 9.86
  • Timeliness 9.96
  • Politeness 9.98
  • Total Questions 208
 Flooring questions: Specification, Warranties, Inspections, Product Knowledge, Enviromental Issues

Chris

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.92
  • Clarity of Response 9.89
  • Timeliness 9.97
  • Politeness 9.96
  • Total Questions 1102
 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

Dave Coil

U.S.
Available
  • Knowledgeability 9.81
  • Clarity of Response 9.70
  • Timeliness 9.93
  • Politeness 9.94
  • Total Questions 1814
 I can help. I have installed wood, laminates, tile, marble, ceramics, vinyl, and painted applications. I have done some stone work, but that is seldom used anymore.

Perry Vellenga

U.S.
On Vacation
returns 12/01/2009
  • Knowledgeability 9.93
  • Clarity of Response 9.91
  • Timeliness 9.88
  • Politeness 10.0
  • Total Questions 2489
 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...

Haven Hardwoods

U.S.
On Vacation
returns 12/09/2009
  • Knowledgeability 9.91
  • Clarity of Response 9.91
  • Timeliness 9.95
  • Politeness 10.0
  • Total Questions 224
 I can answer any questions dealing with hardwood, engineered and laminated flooring. Refinishing hardwood floors is my specialty.

Jim Carlin,csi,csms

U.S.
Unavailable
  • Knowledgeability 9.90
  • Clarity of Response 9.77
  • Timeliness 9.96
  • Politeness 9.96
  • Total Questions 996
 I will answer questions pertaining to ceramic and stone tile installations only. Nearly 40 yrs in construction with the last 25 yrs. as a Tile Contractor/ Consultant and Independent ceramic tile inspector. Certified Ceramic Tile Inspector, FITS certified (fitscertified.org)

Recent Answers

2009-11-19 basement floor:

Water coming up is a hard problem to fix. If it were my floor I would pull up the tile. Do an aggressive cleaning and scraping prep job and put down two coats of epoxy. Epoxy is two parts and will not

2009-11-18 how much to buy?:

Alicia, Are you buying 12 foot wide material...or 6 foot wide Here is the formula: 30 ft x 1.3333 (12 ft goods) = 39.99 yds. Another way to do this with less waste, but more seams... 30 x 11=

2009-11-18 joint between tiles:

Hi Zuala;Sometimes manufacturers require grouting and sometimes they don't. Also, if there may be movement when the tiles are walked upon, a silicone type grout may be needed. You should visit the website

2009-11-18 vinyl floors:

K, My first thoughts are to demand that HD and the installer remove all the vinyl ...but that would ensue an argument and further delays. They botched it ,,,they have to make it right. I have demo'd

2009-11-18 Concrete breezeway patched and ugly:

You can order epoxy in any available color, with flat catalyst. This will give a flat nonshiny surface that looks vary modern. Flat finishes also hide imperfections much better, and tend to look clean

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