| ... the cutter beno designed received a u.s. patent and was produced in
a small building located at 11 north 8th street in belleville until the early
1930's.
it was also in the early 1930's that asphalt floor tile was invented. some
manufacturers of this new floor tile asked beno to modify his shingle cutter for
use with these new flooring material. this marked the company's f... |
| ...ne
featured regularly in leading home and garden publications and on home
improvement networks such as hgtv
named most-used roof vents by replacement contractors (2005 study)
named most-used asphalt shingles (2005 study)
named #1 in shingle and ridge vent quality by home builders (2005 study)
named #1 in innovation for shingles and ridge ventilation by home
builders (2004 study... |
| ...asphalt plank flooring is a durable and resilient flooring option made from a combination of asphalt, fibers, and other materials, formed into planks that mimic the look of wood or stone. known for its strength and water resistance, asphalt plank flooring is ideal for high-traffic areas and spaces exposed to moisture, such as basements, commercial buildings, and industrial settings. it offers a lo... |
| ...durable, innovative flooring for architects and builders
introduction: when designing a space, flooring plays a crucial role in balancing durability, aesthetics, and sustainability. asphalt tile is a standout choice for architects, specifiers, and building consultants, offering a unique combination of resilience and design flexibility. in a market filled with vinyl and other resilient flooring op... |
| ...asphalt tile flooring is a durable and cost-effective flooring solution made from a mix of asphalt, synthetic binders, and natural fillers like limestone. known for its toughness and resistance to wear, it is commonly used in commercial, industrial, and institutional spaces such as schools, hospitals, and factories. asphalt tile flooring offers a hard, resilient surface that can withstand heavy fo... |
| ... 1985. in fact, landfills are often lined with vinyl membranes to protect groundwater. this is because the vinyl sheets are long lasting and virtually inert. flooring, including sheet vinyl, vinyl or asphalt floor tiles and any associated paper-like underlayment backing, mastic, and asphaltic (cutback) adhesive manufactured prior to 1985 may contain asbestos and can be sent to approved landfills f... |
| ...home improvement experts agree black roofs are making a comeback, offering a sleek alternative that boosts curb appeal and enhances design elements.
decades ago black was the traditional color for asphalt roofs. homeowners, seeking to mimic the look of expensive wood shake shingles, started to opt for brown and gray composite shingles. black shingles began to fall out of popularity.
but toda... |
| ...nsects can enter the home.
patch the walk
before summer officially begins, check the driveways and walkways. if they’re pitted, chipped or cracked, consider repairing them and re-sealing with an asphalt or concrete sealer. patching these surfaces helps stop ants from nesting near the home.
“ultimately, the biggest mistake to home maintenance is not doing it,” manfredini said. “with people ... |
| ...n sheet or tile form or formed in place as a seamless material of which the wearing surface is non-textile. The resilient floor covering classification by common usage includes, but is not limited to asphalt, cork, linoleum, rubber, vinyl, vinyl composition, and polymeric poured seamless floors. Resilient in this sense is used as a commonly accepted term, but does not necessarily define a physical... |
| ...An obsolete floor surfacing unit composed of asphalt or hydrocarbon resins, or both, crysotile asbestos fibers, mineral fillers, and pigments... |
| ...n sheet or tile form or formed in place as a seamless material of which the wearing surface is non-textile. The resilient floor covering classification by common usage includes, but is not limited to asphalt, cork, linoleum, rubber, vinyl, vinyl composition, and polymeric poured seamless floors. Resilient in this sense is used as a commonly accepted term, but does not necessarily define a physical... |