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Paul Ritchie Floor Covering
- Carpet Installation
- Beverly, MA
About this business
Specialties Specializing in: - Floor Materials - Linoleum History Established in 1985. P. R. Floor Covering is a family owned and operated business in Beverly, MA. We have been in the flooring business for over 30 years as Paul Ritchie Floor Covering. Paul started at the age of 15 working for his father in the industry, worked hands on installing for over 27 years and in 1999 opened his first showroom and our business started to grow.
Location details
94 Cabot St, Beverly, MA, 01915, United States
Get directions| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Tue | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Wed | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Thu | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Fri | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Sat | Closed | |
| Sun | Closed |
Mosaics have a pattern drawn out first before the tiles are cut and laid out along the pattern. This allows time to adjust the tiles and remove any that are not matching the overall picture.
When creating a unique space with patterned wood flooring such as in the use of parquet, wood with contrasting color and grain is ideally used. Lumber such as walnut, oak, cherry, maple, and some tropical hardwoods are typically used. This allows the patterns and mosaics being used to create intricate, decorative designs that visually stand out.
While all tile feels hard, some types of tile are actually harder than others. The body of a tile is designed to meet a specific need or use. Gauges of strength include thickness as well as composition of the tile and the temperature and duration of firing.
While glazed ceramic tiles are not porous, the grout used to fill the spaces between them certainly is. As such, they are prone to developing unsightly stains over time. Fortunately, this can be prevented if grout sealant is used after installation.
You probably know glass tile is beautiful and versatile, but did you know it also has health benefits? Unlike natural stone and other materials, glass tile is watertight and won't grow mold or mildew. This makes it non-allergenic, and also bacteria-safe.
Grout can also be colored to match the tiles it will surround, which makes the spacing between the tiles less obvious. Tiles that are similarly colored may use just one grout color.
For centuries, all tiles were hand-made, and any colors were often hand-painted, making tiles expensive and not very common. Modern manufacturing techniques, however, can produce affordable tiles in a wide variety of colors, finishes, and treatments, to fit any application.
The tile pieces in a mosaic are put as close together as possible to maintain the illusion of a picture. Gaps are filled with liquid mortar. Once that dries, the surface is cleaned and polished.
If you are having ceramic tile flooring installed in an area that gets wet frequently, like a bathroom, consider getting a textured tile to minimize the risk of slipping.
Frequently asked questions about Paul Ritchie Floor Covering
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Paul Ritchie Floor Covering has a 5 star rating with 70 reviews.
When is Paul Ritchie Floor Covering open?
Paul Ritchie Floor Covering is closed now. It will open at 9:00 a.m.
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