Staircases
A staircase can be more than moving from one level to another in the home. They can also be used as a unique design feature. Provided of course your house is double or multiple story there is a staircase design to suit any home. In existing homes options may be somewhat limited due to layout issues!
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Tile Suppliers
A tile supplier should be able to offer the following services - Advice on the suitability of tiles for certain areas in your home - Ordering of tiles, as well as extras in case of breakages or chipping in the future - Advice on color, patterns and pattern matching - Calculating how many tiles you should purchase - Selecting tiles to match your budget - Providing any other materials to complete the job, e.g. grout and adhesive - Advice on how to best lay the tiles A general supplier will stock a variety of brands of tiles. A good retailer should be able to find tiles to suit almost any project in their stores. They usually stock specialist tile types such as granite and will also supply a range of products to enable you to complete the project.
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Tilers and Tiles
Ensure you choose a reputable tiler when building, renovating or repairing your home. Your tiler should provide you with a written quotation; ask for references, past experience and ask if he has some photographs of past work. Make sure you purchase the best quality tile your budget allows for; the supplier is the best person to offer sound advice. Your tiler should and must perform the following tasks listed below: • Measure area to be tiled • Tile layout • Prepare surface correctly • Lay tiles using the correct adhesives • Cutting the tiles with the correct equipment • Ensure that the tiles are spaced and levelled correctly • Prepare, apply and remove excess grout • Tile resurfacing • Tile removal • Cleaning and polishing tiles • Application of waterproofing materials if necessary
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Wood Care
It is extremely important to care for your timber areas especially if they are exposed to harsh weather conditions. There are many products available on the market to enable you to do this. Timber Flooring: Sun protection – you can use window treatments to screen the sun. Rugs - heavy traffic areas can be protected with rugs or mats, floor gliders can be used to prevent scratching Cleaning - pick up dust and dirt from floors on a regular basis. Use a soft broom and damp or dry mop; if you vacuum the floors make sure you do not scratch them. Cleaning products - read the manufacturers label and instructions and use only if approved for cleaning on timber floors. Traffic damage - be aware that shoes (especially with heels) can damage floors!
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Coating Materials
Coating Materials You will find that almost all parts of a home require some kind of coating. Coating materials are extremely varied, from paints and varnishes to vinyl plastic coatings. The advantages of coating materials include the following; Protection, insulation, safety (non slip coatings) and of course visual enhancement. Unique Coating Types Some of the more functional and unique coating materials for your home consist of: • Roof paints and reflective coatings • Wood varnishes and sealers • Protective glass coatings • Non slip coatings By applying the correct coating material, you will ensure that your home’s physical structure and appearance remain optimal and problem free for years!
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Concrete Waterproofing
Other Considerations Depending upon the type of waterproofing application you use, the concrete will be out of action for a certain period of time. It’s very important that the manufacturer’s guidelines are followed. You can use different types of applications on existing or new builds prior to pouring. Others actually purge out odors and stains that have contaminated old concrete and/or increase its density!
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