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TARR Ratings – Commercial Carpet – By Zeke Margaritis
What is a TARR Rating? TARR refers to texture appearance retention rating, it’s used by most carpet manufacturers to indicate how well a specific carpet will hold up based on the amount of foot traffic in the area. The rating system was developed by the Carpet and Rug...
The Swing Stage
Suspended Access Equipment has completely changed how contractors access an exterior building envelope project. The swing stage business is in full swing and is now the most common way to access any building envelope project. So let’s go over a few of the “ups and...
The Cap Bead
How one simple, but tricky caulking bead can extend the life of your window and window wall systems and save you from a costly window replacement project. If you’ve ever experienced leaking windows or windows with a draft, you have received the exorbitant quote from a...
Caulking: The Basics
Here are the basics to get anyone started installing caulking or for anyone to be able to confidently hire a contractor and inspect their work on a property. Do you want to avoid installing a less than satisfying looking caulking bead? Do you want to make sure that...
Carpet Choices for Condominium Corridors – By Zeke Margaritis
When choosing a flooring option for corridors there are a variety of options to look at. Each has their benefits and it’s essential to find an option that best fits the needs of the building's residents. In condo corridors carpet is most often the flooring of choice....
WHIMIS 2015 – The impact on condominiums – By Chris Linkert
WHMIS 2015, or the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System, is a comprehensive system that outlines the classification and communication requirements for hazardous products in the workplace. The system was updated in 2015 to align with the Globally Harmonized...
Caulking Identification
Caulking Identification A simple guide to identify the exterior caulking on your property and how it will affect your next sealant project. Are you starting a sealant project soon? What do you think of before the project starts? One of the many missed thoughts isn’t...
The Mock-up
How "The Mock-up" process can set the way for a successful project - By Clyde Reid Starting a sealant project on your property, big or small, can be a daunting experience. Drawings are sent, materials chosen, colours picked and written down in the contract, but how do...
Interior Renovations
A condominium renovation project can be an exciting time for residents – especially to those who have lived to see their current décor go out of style over the past few years.Who doesn’t love a fresh start?However, there are a lot of moving parts in an interior...