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05-07-2009, 09:53 PM
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Laminate In basement
Hey everyone,
Im new here, but not new to installing flooring. done it a few times and know most about what is needed to know, except tomorrow i have a job in a basement in which there is a central post...
my main concern is how to work around it, do i just leave quarter inch spaces all along it and cut around it?
please help me out here, thanks everyone!
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05-08-2009, 06:00 AM
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Pro
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Ummm if you dont know that you dont know most of what is needed to call yourself a flooring contractor.
Contact Pergo and take a class
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05-08-2009, 06:28 AM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Bigban
Hey everyone,
Im new here, but not new to installing flooring. done it a few times and know most about what is needed to know, except tomorrow i have a job in a basement in which there is a central post...
my main concern is how to work around it, do i just leave quarter inch spaces all along it and cut around it?
please help me out here, thanks everyone!
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So let me get this Right.
Your a "flooring contractor" with no location or identity.
Your going to install a laminate floor below grade.
You haven't had any professional training or certifications.
You haven't even checked the manufacturer installaion guide.
You give contactors a bad name.
Thanks 
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05-08-2009, 01:47 PM
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hardwood floor contractor 28 yrs.
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Location: fayetteville GA
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go get a chainsaw and just cut that f***ing post rite out of your way!!!...There,now you know everything!!! 
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05-08-2009, 02:21 PM
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Joe Swantack
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Basement Flooring - Alternative Materials
Have you considered an alternative to standard flooring for your basement?
Take a look at modular indoor / outdoor flooring tiles.
If leveling, moisture, and drainage is ever an issue, this is the answer.
They come in a variety of materials: Ipe (Brazilian Walnut), Granite, Slate, and Ceramic
They typically come in 12" x 12" and do not require a backer board.
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05-09-2009, 12:59 AM
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#1 stunner
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Home Work Pro
So let me get this Right.
You're a "flooring contractor" with no location or identity.
You're going to install a laminate floor below grade.
You haven't had any professional training or certifications.
You haven't even checked the manufacturer installation guide.
You give contractors a bad name.
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05-11-2009, 08:24 AM
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Peon
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Location: MO
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Bigban
Hey everyone,
Im new here, but not new to installing flooring. done it a few times and know most about what is needed to know, except tomorrow i have a job in a basement in which there is a central post...
my main concern is how to work around it, do i just leave quarter inch spaces all along it and cut around it?
please help me out here, thanks everyone!
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I used carpet in my basement, but I covered the lolly with 1/2" rope. Started at the top with a dab of Liquid Nails and a clamp. Then wrapped the rope really tight around the post, top to bottom. Added a few dabs of LQ nails & clamp each foot or so. Still looks good after 15 years. Nice nautical theme and it doesn't hurt as much when a drunk srtumbles into it. 
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05-11-2009, 01:42 PM
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Pro
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Flooring
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Location: Portage County Ohio
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I like ice cream
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05-11-2009, 02:22 PM
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Cpt. Chaos
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Hard Surface Flooring
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Location: Hampton, VA
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Mike Costello
I like ice cream
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:Homer Simpson: Mmmmm Ice Cream
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05-11-2009, 03:40 PM
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Pro
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Flooring
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MMMM Donut ice cream aughghghg
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05-11-2009, 04:18 PM
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Flooring Guru
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Location: Anchorage, AK
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This person is obviously not responding
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