Don Considine
Don started in his families floor covering business in Katoomba as an apprentice and then continued as an installer for around 15-years.
He then went into carpet manufacturing for around 17-years before becoming a flooring consultant in 2008 where he specialises in all types of flooring complaints including carpet/carpet tiles, resilient flooring, timber, floor coatings, subfloor preparation and moisture testing.
Don is a qualified moisture testing technician and sits on numerous Australian and ASTM Standard committees.
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March 2, 2026
#31 - Concrete slabs and flooring failures with Don Consadine
In this episode, I interview Don Considine, a seasoned expert in the flooring industry, focusing on the critical aspects of flooring and concrete, particularly moisture testing. We talked about the importance of moisture testing before flooring installation, the various methods and standards involved, and the acceptable moisture levels for different types of flooring. Don shares insights on curing concrete slabs, common errors made by builders, and the distinction between waterproofing and moist...
Guest: Don Considine