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Controlling Moisture in Concrete
When Gourmet Foods built their 28,000 square ft state of the art headquarters & warehouse facility in Atlanta GA, they faced the challenge of addressing ongoing moisture emissions from the concrete substrate. Given the service environment and site use Gourmet Foods choose to avoid the risk of a lower performing system and instead selected Platform…
Read MoreProject Profile – Leveling to Elevation in San Francisco
Sound attenuation systems are widely used throughout flooring installations. However, leveling to specific elevations over sound mat with a portland cement based system is an approach typically reserved for gypsum based cementitious underlayments over wood substrates. It has been that way with good reason, given portland cement based leveling systems are subject to shrinkage and…
Read MoreLEED Credits with Floorprep.com
We can make a difference! Happy Earth Day. Read about the LEED credits available from FloorPrep.com below. The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED®) Green Building Rating System™ signifies U.S. Green Building Council’s endeavor to provide a national rating system for developing sustainable building designs & construction. These guidelines help create “green buildings” by…
Read MoreLightweight Subfloor Solution
Renewal of America’s cities involves the adaptive reuse of existing structures and provides unique opportunities to contribute to lifestyle, sustainability and preservation. The approach is noted by Gensler, worldwide architecture and design firm; “…adaptive reuse focuses on taking a building that’s past its prime and renovating it for new purposes in line with contemporary…
Read MoreOKC First National Center
“It’s probably the most iconic building in Oklahoma City – certainly the one that was on the most postcards through the decades.” –Former Mayor Mick Cornett The project, a part of the restoration of the Art Deco “First National Bank Building” is now…
Read MoreRiverfront Condos, Nashville, TN
Nashville’s Old Iron Works Plant represented a unique opportunity for conversion into contemporary condominium units. Located just a mile from Nashville’s infamous entertainment & hospitality center (featuring bar Broadway bars, restaurants, football stadium) the Riverfront Condos represent urban living in the heart of Nashville. Given the Riverfront condos feature location, pool, fitness and unique covered…
Read MorePatch Things Up
The season of love is upon us, and this year we’re all about patching things up. We do wish the best for your hearts and relationships, but we are focused on your subfloors. Yes, we come across some messy subfloors. Great new, Concrete, Gypsum, Wood, Adhesives, Feather, Deep, Fast, Ramp – we can help…
Read MoreFloorPrep Launches New Website!
FloorPrep.com by Dependable, LLC, a manufacturer of professional grade floor preparation products unveils its new website, www.floorprep.com 70 years ago, Dependable was born. Since then, we proudly provided innovative, cost effective and user-friendly solutions. While we remain true to our heritage and values, the opportunities to evolve became apparent and…
Read MoreWhat are the Benefits of Floor Leveling?
Concrete floors are one of the top choices for flooring in homes and commercial buildings. They are long-lasting and low-maintenance compared to other types of floors, while easily withstanding heavy foot traffic. But the concrete floor is not without its faults. Sometimes, they will look and even feel uneven. This is one of the most…
Read MoreHow Can You Level Any Unleveled Floor With Floor Patch Compound?
For someone who loves a rustic design added to their décor, wooden flooring is an ideal choice. However, at times, the installation isn’t a perfect one, which can lead to squeaky noises, imbalance in furniture alignment, and so much more. Your floor is only as perfect as its installation. A quality wooden floor installation can…
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