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Why Site Acclimation is Essential for Successful Flooring Installation: Avoiding Costly Mistakes
With today’s construction schedules, we see this issue time and time again: the job site isn’t acclimated when it’s time to install the flooring. For various reasons, critical conditions aren’t always met. Sometimes, the HVAC system hasn’t been turned on. Other times, the space isn’t finished, or essential components aren’t even on-site yet. There may…
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Let’s Talk Floor Prep
Understanding Floor Prep: Why It Matters and What to Expect With all the change orders that floor preparation generates, it’s no surprise that it’s often viewed with frustration. Even flooring contractors aren’t particularly fond of it—or of discussing it! However, floor prep is a necessary part of the installation process. The challenge lies in defining…
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Can New Flooring Be Installed Over Existing Flooring? Here’s What You Need to Know
When considering new flooring, a common question we get is, “Can new LVT or LVP be installed directly over my existing flooring?” The answer is often yes, but it’s a decision that requires careful thought. Let’s explore when and why you might choose to overlay your existing flooring and when it might be best to…
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Partnering for Success: A Q&A with Kevin Hollinger, VP of Procurement at Metropolitan Companies
In the ever-evolving landscape of construction and procurement, establishing strong partnerships can be the key to success. We sat down with Kevin Hollinger, Vice President of Procurement at Metropolitan Companies, to delve into their collaboration with FloorMax USA and explore how this relationship has transformed the way they approach flooring solutions. Introducing Kevin Hollinger Kevin…
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Polished Concrete Solutions for Industrial, Commercial, and Retail Facilities
FloorMax USA specializes in polished concrete floors for industrial, commercial, and retail facilities. Our services include: Choose FloorMax USA for your Polished Concrete Needs We offer a solution focused customer experience. Our nationwide service team, comprised of dedicated estimators, project managers, and technical managers are available to you 24/7/365. Our business is intentionally designed to…
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Party City Celebrates Big Savings on a Big Multi-Site Flooring Project
An Impossible Replacement Party City, a national retailer with 850 stores across the country was planning a multi-location refresh of their flooring. Made of outdated vinyl composition tile, it was overdue for an upgrade. Polished concrete was the most appealing option, but it was also out of the company’s budget. Not only that, but they…
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Sherwin-William’s National Overhaul Entrusted to FloorMax USA
With an extensive network of 4,931 retail locations, Sherwin-Williams faced the ambitious task of updating their sales floors with Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT). The company required a dependable flooring partner to manage a widespread rollout, ensuring that their stores would maintain a safe shopping environment and uphold the esteemed Sherwin-Williams brand image throughout the renovation…
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Choosing the Right Approach for Your Project
It’s a common question. Should I use a service-based company or a sub-contractor? Here are some things to consider to determine the right approach for your project. Flooring Installation: Sub-Contractors vs.Self-Performing Have you ever wondered whether it’s better to have a service-based company self-perform theirwork or use sub-contractors? It’s a common question, but in the…
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The Benefits of Luxury Vinyl Tile Compared to Vinyl Composition Tile
VCT (Vinyl Composition Tile) and LVT (Luxury Vinyl Tile) are both popular choices for commercial flooring. Here are some reasons why someone might consider switching from VCT to LVT. Durability LVT is more durable than VCT and can withstand heavy foot traffic, spills, and scratches better than VCT. Installation LVT is easier to install than…
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The Benefits of Working Direct
Buying direct for flooring can be better than going through a GC for many reasons. Let us explain why. Cost Savings When you buy direct for flooring, you may save monty on the project. By eliminating the additional markup that the GC may add to the subcontractor’s fees. GC’s typically add a percentage to the…