SOLID VS. ENGINEERED

RT Breedlove — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 12:44:23 +0000

SOLID VS. ENGINEERED

RT Breedlove — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 12:44:17 +0000

Solid Construction
Somerset solid hardwood ﬂooring is a single piece of solid wood that
is crafted into a strip or plank ﬂooring through an advanced milling
and ﬁnishing process.

Engineered Construction
Somerset’s engineered hardwood ﬂooring has a solid top layer, or
face, supported by six additional layers that are cross-grained and
laminated together to form a 1/2” thick piece of plank ﬂooring. This
cross graining provides greater dimensional stability, minimizing the
expansion and contraction that natural wood exhibits when
exposed to varying moisture levels and temperatures.
Somerset’s engineered ﬂooring has a sawn face, to replicate the look of solid ﬂooring, so the main considerations for choosing solid or engineered ﬂooring have to do with where and how the ﬂooring will be installed. Both are excellent
choices to install on or above grade (ground level), depending on the type of subﬂ oor you have. If you choose to put hardwood ﬂooring below grade, in a basement, for example, you will need to install engineered ﬂooring.

Loba Hybrid A.T.

RT Breedlove — Wed, 27 Jul 2011 18:58:33 +0000

Hybrid is a one-component, waterborne finish with exceptional durability properties. Its dual cure technology enables it to reach outstanding scratch and chemical resistance. Hybrid A.T.’s amber color enhances the beauty ofthe wood without the need of old fashioned oil based finishes.

HybridAT Info PDF

U.S. EPA’S 2008 LEAD RENOVATION, REPAIR AND PAINTING PROGRAM

RT Breedlove — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 11:29:26 +0000

A federal regulation designed to protect against the risk of exposure to lead dust and chips from lead-based paint and other lead-based coatings disturbed by renovation activities will take effect beginning in April 2010.

Contractors performing renovation, repair and painting projects that disturb lead-based paint in homes, child care facilities and schools built before 1978 must be certified and must follow specific work practices to prevent lead contamination. This includes wood flooring contractors.

In order to understand your potential obligations under this new rule, refer to http://www.epa.gov/lead/pubs/renovation.htm

Somerset’s Character Collection

RT Breedlove — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 16:47:41 +0000

Somerset’s Character Collection is solid 3/4″ thick flooring crafted from Appalachian species which are renowned for their incomparable beauty. Solid prefinished flooring should last the lifetime of your home. It can be sanded and refinished if needed—or if your decorating tastes change and you simply want to change the color.

Glue hardwood to concrete?

RT Breedlove — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 11:00:07 +0000

Thanks to all that came by our new location in Mooresville to meet the new Loba representative. Loba was on location to demonstrate several of their products. We sealed the concrete with Wakol PU 280, then layed solid 3/4″ hardwood with Wakol MS 260.

Thanks to Brian from Loba-Wakol for his help. We soon will be sanding and finishing with the Loba finishes, stay tuned!

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WAKOL MS 260 Wood Flooring Adhesive, firm-flexible

RT Breedlove — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 17:43:18 +0000

Description:

Firm-flexible, premium 1-component adhesive for the interior installation of wood flooring, such as solid strip, plank, finger parquet and engineered wood plank.

Special Features:

High tensile strength
Very low emissions
Long working time

VOC content: None

Cleaning agent: Mineral spirits before adhesive cures

Open time: None, no waiting time required

Working time: Approx. 60 minutes

Trowels and coverage:

Finger parquet trowel WAKOL B3 coverage approx. 65 – 70 sq. ft / gal.
Solid strip trowel WAKOL B3 or WAKOL B5 coverage approx. 60 – 65 sq ft / gal.
Plank and engineered wood plank trowel WAKOL B5 or WAKOL B11 coverage approx.50 – 60 sq ft / gal.

Somerset Country Collection

RT Breedlove — Fri, 30 Jul 2010 15:52:30 +0000

Somerset’s Country Collection is crafted of solid hardwood species and features hand scraping and natural and hand-applied character markings for a unique custom look and texture.

CONSTRUCTION:Solid
THICKNESS:3/4″(nominal)
WIDTHS:3″, 5″
LENGTHS:Random
PROFILE:Hand-honed beveled edge and end
FINISH:Ultimate™ UV-Cured Aluminum Oxide/UrethaneWARRANTY:50-Year Finish Wear; Lifetime Structural

WAKOL PU 280 Moisture Barrier

RT Breedlove — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 21:01:09 +0000

Description:

One component waterproof primer for priming porous and non-porous subfloors and for rigidifying soft subfloor surfaces.

WAKOL PU 280 Moisture Barrier is a premium moisture barrier for “green” concrete slabs and for concrete with residual moisture prior to laying wood and cork flooring.

Moisture content from 3 to 12 pounds / 1000 sq ft / 24 hours as determined by calcium chloride test method or with moisture content from 75% to 90% RH (ASTM F 2170-02) can be blocked by one coat.

Moisture content from 12 to 18 pounds / 1000 sq ft / 24 hours as determined by calcium chloride test method or with moisture content from 90% to 95% RH (ASTM F 2170-02) can be blocked by two coats.

On radiant heated floors a moisture content up to 6 pound / 1000 sq ft / 24 hours as determined by calcium chloride test method or a moisture content from 75% to 85% RH (ASTM F 2170-02) can be blocked by two coats.

Norton SG Red Heat – R955 Cloth Belts

RT Breedlove — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 16:06:58 +0000

Norton BEST product represents products unmatched in the industry, that provide the lowest total sanding cost for the application
Exclusive technology, unrivaled performance
100% patented SG (Seeded Gel) ceramic alumina abrasive for longest life, fastest cut and more consistent finish
Tough X-weight polyester cloth backing is extremely flexible and shock absorbent for extreme conditions
No risk of color transfer with assured color consistency
Ideal for larger jobs and harder A/O finishes