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Taubs Carpet & Tile
By cdpaul1029 June 19, 2012
We are in the process of finishing a flooring replacement at our place.... The crew has been thorough in every detail of the install and easy to work with. Anthony was exceptional at explaining everything about the process and offered a complete solution at a great and honest price. Can't say enough about his patience, integrity and attentivenes to us a s customers.Even at this stage with a little more work to go before the work is actually completed.... the result is stunning! Can't wait to see the end result... ...read more
Taubs Carpet & Tile
By Beth March 07, 2011
Your carpets are very plush and very good variety of colors. The sales persons are very courteous and nice. We were very pleased with our experience with Taubs Flooring. ...read more
Taubs Carpet & Tile
By Denise G March 07, 2011
This is the second time we’ve used Taubs Flooring and we continue to be impressed with the courteous and professional manner in which everyone has treated us. Keep up the great work! ...read more
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Avoiding Squeaks and Pops when Installing Down a New Strip Floor
Hi there! This article is for those of you who are installing prefinished or unfinished wood flooring. I will teach you how to select a durable long lasting floor and subfloor. I will show you the best methods to installing and teach you the do's and don'ts from a pro. I will teach you how to avoid the squeaks and pops that you'll live with forever unless you know how to prevent them in the first place. I'll teach you the types of problems you encounter when using the wrong flooring materials. I'll teach you how to refasten the subfloor to the joists. I'll show you the best hardware and tools for the job, the right screws, nails, fasteners, flooring nailers etc. I'll teach you the tips and tricks so that your floors don't squeak. I will also talk about the nails versus staples debate. All in all, this article will give you confidence to install your floor correctly and have it last. In this article I will give you the inside story on how to nail down a new strip floor so that no future squeaks will occur. I will tell you the hidden truths about OSB (oriented strand board) subfloors. Believe me when I tell you that this article goes well beyond the "industry standard". Let's start out by defining just what strip floor is. My definition may be different from many contractors, but I call strip floor any random length wood floor strips less than 4" wide. They can however, be any thickness, 3/8", 1/2", but the 3/4" strip is the most common in North America. The 3/4" strip floor is also the most stable and durable. When a strip floor is too thin for it's width it will have a tendency to warp, when great variances in indoor relative humidity occur. For instance a 1/2" thick strip that is 3" wide is a very poor choice, but a 1 1/2" by 1/2" strip should be quite stable. So, as a general rule, try not to exceed a 4 to 1 ratio of the width vs. depth, and 3 to 1 would be ideal. That makes the 2 1/4" by 3/4" strip floor the most stable and longest lasting hardwood floor. It has less of a tendency to warp and when it does shrink in really dry conditions, it forms smaller less noticeable gaps. ...read more
By Taubs Carpet & Tile November 21, 2012
Avoiding Squeaks and Pops when Installing Down a New Strip Floor
Hi there! This article is for those of you who are installing prefinished or unfinished wood flooring. I will teach you how to select a durable long lasting floor and subfloor. I will show you the best methods to installing and teach you the do's and don'ts from a pro. I will teach you how to avoid the squeaks and pops that you'll live with forever unless you know how to prevent them in the first place. I'll teach you the types of problems you encounter when using the wrong flooring materials. I'll teach you how to refasten the subfloor to the joists. I'll show you the best hardware and tools for the job, the right screws, nails, fasteners, flooring nailers etc. I'll teach you the tips and tricks so that your floors don't squeak. I will also talk about the nails versus staples debate. All in all, this article will give you confidence to install your floor correctly and have it last. In this article I will give you the inside story on how to nail down a new strip floor so that no future squeaks will occur. I will tell you the hidden truths about OSB (oriented strand board) subfloors. Believe me when I tell you that this article goes well beyond the "industry standard". Let's start out by defining just what strip floor is. My definition may be different from many contractors, but I call strip floor any random length wood floor strips less than 4" wide. They can however, be any thickness, 3/8", 1/2", but the 3/4" strip is the most common in North America. The 3/4" strip floor is also the most stable and durable. When a strip floor is too thin for it's width it will have a tendency to warp, when great variances in indoor relative humidity occur. For instance a 1/2" thick strip that is 3" wide is a very poor choice, but a 1 1/2" by 1/2" strip should be quite stable. So, as a general rule, try not to exceed a 4 to 1 ratio of the width vs. depth, and 3 to 1 would be ideal. That makes the 2 1/4" by 3/4" strip floor the most stable and longest lasting hardwood floor. It has less of a tendency to warp and when it does shrink in really dry conditions, it forms smaller less noticeable gaps. ...read more
By Taubs Carpet & Tile November 21, 2012
Grades of Hardwood Flooring
Appearance alone determines the grades of hardwood flooring since all grades are equally strong and serviceable in any application."Clear Oak: A flooring product of mostly heartwood with a minimum number of character marks and discoloration, providing a uniform appearance while allowing for all heartwood natural color variations. Will admit the following: 3/8" bright sapwood entire length of strip or equivalent if not extending further than 1" for 1/3 length of piece: small burls and fine pin worm holes; and equivalent characters such as small tight checks; in the absence if these, one thin brown streak 3" long to be allowed every 6'. Standard Packaging: Bundles can be 1 1/4" and longer; Average length, bundled or nested, 3 1/4".Select Oak:A flooring product with coloration variations produced by differences of natural heartwood and sapwood, along with characters described. The face may contain: unlimited sound sapwood; slight imperfections in milling; a small tight knot every 3'; pinworm holes; burls and a reasonable amount of slightly open checks. Brown streaks should not extend the entire length of a piece. Two flag worm holes every 8' are permitted. Slight Imperfection in face work (torn grain) admitted. An intermittent, brown machine burn across the face not exceeding 1/4" width admitted. Also a slight quantity of bark on the back or sides admitted. Will admit pieces with 1/2" tongue. Spot filling is generally required for open characters. Standard Packaging: Bundles to be 1 1/2" and longer; Average length, bundled or nested 3 1/4".No. 1 Common Oak:A flooring product which contains prominent variations in coloration and varying characters. The following are not admitted: broken knots over 1/2" in diameter, large grub wormholes, and splits extending through the piece. Open characters such as checks and knot holes are admitted, but must be sound readily fill. Not more than 20" scant stock in thickness allowed every 5'. Minor imperfections in machining permitted. Shall admit sticker stain; varying wood characteristics, such as worm holes; and an occasional dark machine burn across the face not exceeding 1/2" wide, 1/64" deep and not more than two each 3'. 1/4" tongue allowed. Extremely dark pieces are not to be included. Standard packaging: Bundles to be 1 1/4" and longer; Average length, bundled or nested, 2 3/4".No. 2 Common Oak:May contain sound natural variations of the forest product and manufacturing imperfections. The purpose of this grade is to furnish a floor suitable for homes, general utility use, of where character marks and contrasting appearance is desired. The following are not admitted: shattered or rotten ends, large broken knots, excessive bad millwork, shake, advanced rot, and similar unsound defects. Dark machine burns exceeding 3/64" deep not admitted. Knotholes and open characters, which will readily fill, are admitted. A limited number of pieces with no tongue which may be face nailed are admitted. Standard Packaging: Bundles to be 1 1/4" and longer; average length, bundled or nested, 2 1/4".Installation Considerations:There are many types of hardwood floors to select from. Most have requirements for different areas of the house where they can be installed. Take note of moisture level and the sub floor material where the flooring will be installed. Solid hardwood floors are affected by moisture and tend to expand and contract when exposed to moisture. This is especially true for the 3/4" solid hardwood floors. The same is not so for engineered hardwood. Therefore solid wood flooring is not recommended to be installed in a basement or over a concrete slab. If you are building from the ground up (New Construction), design considerations must be taken into affect ahead of time if you plan to install hardwood over a concrete slab. Other types of hardwoods are stapled or nailed over a plywood sub floor. There are also glue down installations otherwise referred to as a "floating floor". While shopping for wood flooring be sure to understand where you are going to install your flooring determines what types of flooring options you will have. We, at Taubs Flooring Inc., are pleased that you have entrusted the installation of your hardwood flooring to us. We take pride in our craftsmanship and stand behind every floor we install, sand and refinish. Most manufacturers¡¯ warranties protect your floors against defects for the life of your home. Defects include improper milling, grading, and lamination or assembly. Pre-finished hardwood products are protected against finish wear for a time period specified in the warrantee. Warranties are only valid for the original homeowner and are non-transferable. For more details, please refer to manufacturers' terms and conditions. Taubs Flooring Inc. hereby offers, suject to the terms and conditions set forth in the estimate given, to furnish, deliver and install the materials listed in the proposal/contract. Taubs Flooring Inc. guarantees that the workmanship and materials used in installation, sanding and refinishing conform to the guidelines set for forth by the National Wood Flooring Association , or by manufacturers, and that the wood used in installation meets their standards. Taubs Flooring Inc. cannot guarantee any size or grade of hardwood flooring against cupping, buckling, warping, shrinking, insect infestation, or damage caused by moisture or water, including humidity; We cannot be accountable for the use of improper cleansers or cleaning techniques on your wood floor. Taubs Flooring Inc. guarantees the finish of your hardwood floor for five years against peeling under normal residential performance (for minimum 20sqft of the continuous area), but cannot guarantee against scratching or dulling finish. This warranty will not cover damages due to the neglect or abuse of the hardwood floor caused by, but not limited to, high heels, animals, children etc. For more and latest information about specific manufacturers¡¯ warrantees, please contact one of our knowledgeable associates who would be more than happy to answer your questions. (This limited warraty does not apply to any pre-finished material used in installation. For the warranty on pre-finished material, please consult with manufacturer.) ...read more
By Taubs Carpet & Tile August 12, 2011