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Not to be confused with the 1970’s style laminate flooring we all outgrew, today’s laminate is sustainable, cost-effective and durable. Read on for more about the new age of Laminate flooring. My history in the floor covering industry goes back into the early 1970s, when I worked in my family’s floor covering store. Our business…

Welcome to our first ever guest author series with New York Metro Rep, Christopher Capobianco. Before his nine year stint with Spartan, Capobianco owned a consulting business, Flooring Answers, that focused on the technical side of the industry. We’re bringing the series to you, to share some of his hard earned knowledge in an easy…

What’s the difference between PVC and PVC free flooring? Everything and nothing. In a detailed video, Mike Blasek, Vice President of Sales for Spartan Services, shares his extensive 20-year experience in the flooring industry. He highlights his focus and passion for sustainability. This edition of Flooring University discusses the ins and outs of being PVC…

Our focus this month is safety flooring. It’s a topic that draws a lot of attention due to growing worries about slip resistance and costs. Safety flooring is key in maintaining a secure and practical space. It mixes good looks with the need for safety, especially in places where slipping can be a risk. So,…

Cork flooring, a pre-consumer recycled material, is an extraordinarily sustainable resource. A unique feature of cork is its near-zero waste production process, as they utilize every part of the bark. Resilient flooring earns its categorization due to bearing characteristics of wood flooring. In this article, we will delve into the multifaceted world of cork. We…

Rubber flooring is one of the oldest types of resilient flooring – it’s been around for generations! Rubber floors are durable and provide slip resistance, ease of maintenance, comfort under foot and acoustic benefits. With all the different options, it can be confusing so here is a brief Q&A on some common questions. Is rubber…

With this guide to adhesive, learn everything there is to know about a floor’s best friend – glue! Though not nearly as glamorous as the product you chose for your floor, the product you choose to adhere your floor is just as important. Specifying floor coverings is often a detailed process to make sure that…

From California to Massachusetts to Florida, we asked Spartan reps to list out some of their frequently asked questions from clients. From those questions, we give you Flooring Answers: Q&A! Check out the nitty gritty below as FA columnist Christopher Capobianco tackles each question with every detail you’ll ever need. Q: Vinyl tile/plank is getting…

As seasons change and temperatures fluctuate, it’s important to understand and address how our products react to environmental changes . Taking environmental factors into account is important and often overlooked. Read on for a dive into understanding and managing acclimation. Flooring Answers : Acclimation Let’s Define It There are several definitions for Acclimation, but the…

I was recently presenting my webinar series; Cork 101 & 201 for some of my new Spartan colleagues and our marketing team suggested I do a Flooring Answers version of Cork 201 (Cork Tile). Here we are, for“deeper dive” than the original.  Now that you’ve read the first part, here are some key points for…