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  "name": "What preparation is needed before installing natural stone flooring?",
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      "name": "What preparation is needed before installing natural stone flooring?",
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        "text": "Proper subfloor preparation is crucial for natural stone flooring. This typically involves ensuring the subfloor is structurally sound, clean, dry, level, and free of defects. For concrete slabs, cracks may need repair, and for wood subfloors, an appropriate cement board or uncoupling membrane is often installed to prevent movement and cracking of the stone. Proper preparation helps prevent future issues like cracking or uneven tiles.",
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        "description": "Subfloor preparation involves ensuring it's sound, clean, dry, and level, often requiring crack repair or cement board installation."
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  "description": "Subfloor preparation involves ensuring it's sound, clean, dry, and level, often requiring crack repair or cement board installation."
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