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In architecture, a floor is generally the lower horizontal surface of a room (see also flooring). The various levels of rooms in a building are also called floors or stories (storeys in British English (singular: storey); in American English, the singular is story): "ground floor", "first story", "mezzanine floor", etc.
A confusion arises between the two forms of floor numbering in use worldwide.
In most of Europe, and thus in British and Commonwealth usage, the floor at the ground level is the ground floor, and the floor above is the first floor, which maintains the continental European use dating from the days of the construction of palaces. For example, in French, the term for the ground floor is rez de chaussée. But in North American usage (except in Quebec), the floor at the ground level is usually, but not always, the first floor and the floor above is the second floor; this system is also used in Russia and other countries of the former Soviet Union. China follows the American system, except that the numbers used are cardinals (one, two, three, etc.) rather than ordinals (first, second, third).
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Unique and Durable Handmade Carpets http://bit.ly/56guL9 #Floors #Handyman
HappyHandyman (Matthew Dart) Tue, 01 Dec 2009 20:36:31 -0000
Unique and Durable Handmade Carpets http://bit.ly/56guL9 #Floors #Handyman
@EmpireToday We were disappointed with Empire Today's end result of installing floors and carpets, e.g., the lack of attention to detail.
ErikSteigen (Erik Steigen) Mon, 30 Nov 2009 08:22:21 -0000
@EmpireToday We were disappointed with Empire Today's end result of installing floors and carpets, e.g., the lack of attention to detail.
@JessicaLevin We purchased carpets and floors from Empire Today and were disappointed in the results and attention to detail.
ErikSteigen (Erik Steigen) Mon, 30 Nov 2009 08:20:32 -0000
@JessicaLevin We purchased carpets and floors from Empire Today and were disappointed in the results and attention to detail.
Beds done,floors washed carpets vacumed ,kitchen clean,washing done and dried and sorted ironing to go,dogs fed all 5 dinnner to cook,
kezab (kerrie barraclough) Mon, 30 Nov 2009 05:32:14 -0000
Beds done,floors washed carpets vacumed ,kitchen clean,washing done and dried and sorted ironing to go,dogs fed all 5 dinnner to cook,
I cleaned the house today. Floors, carpets, dusting, laundry, toilets, sinks, dishes. I feel all domestic now. And it smells nice too. â
errantepiphany (David Ward â ) Mon, 30 Nov 2009 00:38:12 -0000
I cleaned the house today. Floors, carpets, dusting, laundry, toilets, sinks, dishes. I feel all domestic now. And it smells nice too. ☠
Bissell Deep Cleaning Carpet Cleaner ( 75.00): Professionally deep clean carpets, upholstery and bare floors Co.. http://tinyurl.com/yecy9f8
Khrido_Edmonton (Khrido Edmonton) Sat, 28 Nov 2009 15:48:21 -0000
Bissell Deep Cleaning Carpet Cleaner ( 75.00): Professionally deep clean carpets, upholstery and bare floors Co.. http://tinyurl.com/yecy9f8
Can Carpet Make People Sick? - Discussion of this aspect of indoor pollution form the United States Environmental Protection Agency.
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on acute conditions, with patterns that point to particular agents and suggestions for appropriate remedial action. ]
Carpet Corporation of America - Includes FAQs about flooring and carpets.
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Carpet Selection - Discusses carpet cost, installation and measuring, along with labels and special considerations for carpet buyers.
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Carpet Selection: Construction and Texture - Carpet construction methods of weaving, tufting, needlepunching, flocking and knitting are covered, as are options on carpet texture.
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Carpet.org - Presented by an online merchant sales site, this offers information on types of fiber, types of carpet, installation, maintenance and cleaning.
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Carpetguru Says - Information on scams in the carpet business and how to be a savy carpet shopper.
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Floor Covering Inspector Directory - Includes a comprehensive listing of independent flooring inspectors for hire.
Hardwood Information Center - Information and articles on hardwood flooring, including how-to and care tips, refinishing guidelines, quality checklists, and a wood species guide.c
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species guide and design values, flooring, cabinets, kitchens, bath, woodwork, furniture, toys and gifts, care and repair, shopping and decorating, sustainability,... ]
HardwoodInstaller.com - Floor types and manufacturers, what to expect when having work done, allergy and dust concerns. Installer locator, photo galleries, and reviews.
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Hoover Consumer Guide to Carpet Cleaning - Covering carpet care which also discusses features to look for in vacuum cleaners. [PDF Format]
JP Flooring Systems, Inc. - This site has an informative section called floor school.
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Moisture and pH - Information pertaining to how moisture and pH effect concrete floors and floor coverings.
Professional Carpet Systems - Professional carpet cleaner locator and practical advice for maintaining carpet.
Rug and Carpet Fibers: Selection and Care - Describes types of fibers and construction characteristics. Offers tips and advice for selecting and caring for carpets and ruges.
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Rug Selection and Use - Covers rug types and styles, as well as cost and consumer considerations.
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Rugman.com - Includes information on Persian and Oriental rug history, techniques of construction, a guide to rug buying, maintenance suggestions and a glossary of terms.
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Solutions to Problems with Wood Floors - Expert advice, examples, and techniques for installation, maintenance, and repair of wood floors.
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The Carpet Buyers Handbook - Includes spot removal, cleaning, buying wholesale, installation, warrantees, questions to ask, carpeting selection, and carpet allergies.
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Toxic Carpeting - Documentation on alleged toxic carpeting, nontoxic carpets, Dupont and Monsanto products such as the Stainmaster carpet.
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Extensive documentation on toxic carpeting, nontoxic carpets,
Dupont and Monsanto products such as the Stainmaster carpet. ]
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