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…to Do if Damage Occurs If the topcoat is damaged in any way, it must be repaired and the open spot re-encapsulated. Fiberlock recommends that homeowners feather sand the edges then reapply the encapsulant to the required thickness. For higher traffic…

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…this hazardous material. Vinyl and polymer extrusion moldings are alternatives to…
…building codes. According to Hopkins, polymer moldings can give off toxic fumes in a…
…be limited. Hopkins also suggests that polymer moldings tend to highlight any imperfections…

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…mitering. Easy Crown Molding is another well-known, no-nails molding option. Made from a lightweight, hard-shell polymer, the product is inexpensive and installs using a peel-and-stick process that doesn t require any cutting, nailing or…

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…Garage Door One way to make the garage hurricane-ready and code compliant is to buy a new garage door. Products such as DAB s Hurricane Master Garage Door System are complete garage door systems that, when installed properly, comply with Florida building…

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…as colors vary from brand to brand, so do finishes. When shopping for paint, ask to check the finish. Have the salesperson dab some paint on a mixing stick, then watch it dry. Primer Primer is like insurance: It seals any well-prepared surface…

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…probably not securely attached. Create a secondary water barrier by installing self-adhering flashing tape or modified polymer bitumen strips, commonly called peel and seal, over the joints in your roof deck. This will help keep out the rain in the…

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…the soil composition, once the excavation is complete, a wall system is constructed of wood, poured concrete, steel, or polymer. Ask pool companies how the wall materials will impact your pool s longevity. Bottom material might be of packed sand that…

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