Hi Guys,
Need help. My home is built on a concrete slab..Wanted to install bamboo flooring. I know my builder did not seal my slab. I found this out when I installed a porcelain tile floor in the entrance and kitchen/laundry areas..The installer used some sort of blue looking paint like latex product and let it cure 24hrs. So far so good.
Now I want to install a bamboo floor in the hearth/living rooms on the same level. Currently have w/w carpet...The 2 manufacturers I'm considering are Cali or Smith & Fong's Plyboo..Plyboo told me to get the moisture readings in writing. They don't recommend installers..So if there is any cupping or product failure I'll bet my bottom dollar the mfg will blame the installation...Plyboo recommends Bostik Adhesive One Step..
Cali bamboo claims they use a 2 in 1 (begin w/and F and its commercial) product that seals and glue's all in one. They recommend installers..They did not recommend a test.
Who should I get to do the moisture test? Do I trust the installers or can I get an independent 3rd party review and where?
What should the moisture reading be for Eastern Long Island? I just installed dry wells 2 months ago on my property to channel the rainwater away from the house..My property is quite level..Exposure is South in one room and North in the other..
Should I give up on the wood flooring(both are rated below grade) and go with a porcelain wood look a like? Porcelanosa Tile does have a nice product line for this..For resale purposes I think the hardwoods are better...
Thanks-D
Need help. My home is built on a concrete slab..Wanted to install bamboo flooring. I know my builder did not seal my slab. I found this out when I installed a porcelain tile floor in the entrance and kitchen/laundry areas..The installer used some sort of blue looking paint like latex product and let it cure 24hrs. So far so good.
Now I want to install a bamboo floor in the hearth/living rooms on the same level. Currently have w/w carpet...The 2 manufacturers I'm considering are Cali or Smith & Fong's Plyboo..Plyboo told me to get the moisture readings in writing. They don't recommend installers..So if there is any cupping or product failure I'll bet my bottom dollar the mfg will blame the installation...Plyboo recommends Bostik Adhesive One Step..
Cali bamboo claims they use a 2 in 1 (begin w/and F and its commercial) product that seals and glue's all in one. They recommend installers..They did not recommend a test.
Who should I get to do the moisture test? Do I trust the installers or can I get an independent 3rd party review and where?
What should the moisture reading be for Eastern Long Island? I just installed dry wells 2 months ago on my property to channel the rainwater away from the house..My property is quite level..Exposure is South in one room and North in the other..
Should I give up on the wood flooring(both are rated below grade) and go with a porcelain wood look a like? Porcelanosa Tile does have a nice product line for this..For resale purposes I think the hardwoods are better...
Thanks-D