ALL SAINTS CHURCH
Contact: Bill Murphy
Project: Remove existing Vinyl Asbestos Tile in Sanctuary (9x9). Remove existing Vinyl Composite Tile in Narthex/Entry/Chapel/adjoining room and stairways down to lower level. Lower level entry/airlock (12x12). Install areas with 12x12" porcelain tiles (7000 sf). Install bull nose wall base where tile is installed.

BACKGROUND:
All Saints Church was built in 1954. It had seen many additions with hard surface floors. Unlike many churches, All Saints wanted to keep their hard surfaces (as opposed to carpet) for several reasons;
  • Acoustics: Hard surfaces will maintain superior acoustics for the Pipe Organ located in the balcony of the Sanctuary.
  • Longevity: Porcelain tile is much easier to maintain than carpet and it's longevity far outweighs that of carpet.
  • Sterility: Allergies for parishioners is a growing problem. Hard surfaces do not facilitate bacterial growth as some soft surfaces can.


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    PROBLEMS:
    One of the most prominent problems with this project was the Vinyl Asbestos Tile. We are not allowed to remove Vinyl Asbestos Tile because it is a volatile and harmful substance. Special contractors must come in, remove and dispose of materials in the proper manner.

    MOVING FORWARD:
    All Saints chose The Floor Network to handle this project because one of the parishioners had used us in past projects she'd been involved in. Quotes were given to All Saints months in advance to set a final price so the church could budget for this phase of their renovation.

    Once the project was approved by the church, materials were selected and contractors would meet before starting.

    1. Project called for the removal of pews.
    2. Removal of asbestos tile and cleaning of floor. (black mastic)
    3. Removal of all other tile on steps and elsewhere
    4. Installation of porcelain tile (12x12) starting in the Narthex and filtering into the chapel and sanctuary.
    5. Installation of entry, stairwell to lower level and lower level.
    6. Following this was the removal and installation of ceiling tile. (lastly because of delivery dates)
    JOURNAL
    The project started with the removal of asbestos tile in the Sanctuary. It took approximately 3 days for the contractor to remove 2400 square feet and to clean the black emulsion adhesive from the floor.

    Tile installation started on the second floor Narthex. While contractors removed asbestos tile, the new tile lines were lasered in so work could begin. The entire project was slated from June 1st - September 1st. This church did have an alternative area for worship on the 1st floor.

    From the Narthex the new tile moved into the Chapel and the main sanctuary. From there it was installed into adjoining rooms (Entry/Closets/etc.). On the average about 200 sf per day, sometimes much more.

    We knew that both stairways (main and back) were going to take a significant amount of time. Installation of tiles was to be situated squarely in all rooms. This created a problem with both stairways because lining the tile up with upper and lower levels would prove to be difficult. It was decided that the tile would be installed on a diagonal. This is a more difficult installation but would solve the linear problems.

    The tile used at All Saints was a full-bodied porcelain. The cost of this material was slightly higher than ceramic but it offers a longer life and durability.

    With all this construction going on, dust was a big problem. All Saints had a crew come in to clean the entire facility including the pipe organ that had already been encased in plastic.

    As with all projects, payment of purchased materials is expected upon delivery. Labor is billed out in phases as completed. Over a period of 2 months our staff was privileged in getting to know the wonderful people at All Saints Church. I think we formed a trusting relationship that will be advantageous to all.
    br> Final Note:
    After completion, the response from the congregation was so overwhelming that they have decided to purchase the same material (while available) for next summers' phase of remodeling.

    The Floor Network would like to thank all the people involved at All Saints Church for their support and foresight into a quality floor renovation.
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    HERE ARE SOME BEFORE AND AFTER PICTURES OF ALL SAINTS CHURCH
    CHAPEL
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    		 NARTHEX
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    		 SANCTUARY
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    		 STAIRWELLS
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