Volume: 12 | Issue: 2 | Download
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Pictured is Ark Floors' African Mahogany Natural, a 4 3/4" engineered exotic hardwood floor featuring nine layers of durable, eco-friendly finish. The flooring offers a milk chocolate tone and warm, deep hues, according to the company. Photo courtesy Ark Floors.
Volume: 25 | Issue: 1 | Download
When does the use of carpet on walls constitute wall covering or cove base? Why should it matter and what's the difference in the two and how is it determined? These questions were asked of us by one of the industry's largest commercial carpet manufacturers. If they don't know the answers it was certain none of our readers did either. The questions actually were, "How far can carpet come up a wall before it is considered wall carpet and not cove base which would put it in a different flammability category? Does the Carpet and Rug Institute have a position on this or is there a standard?"