Are you installing in a high traffic area? As a general rule, high gloss floors show scratches and imperfections more easily. If the area you’re covering is a high traffic area, especially areas well traveled by children and large pets, it’s best
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Where cost is a concern, professionally-installed laminate floors cost approximately the same as a Swedish-finished hardwood floor. So why choose it in the first place? Depending on the subflooring, solid wood may not be a possibility. Also, laminates are extremely durable and
The density of the tile is measured by the amount of water it absorbs. Based on that amount, a tile falls into one of four categories. Those categories determine whether a particular tile is appropriate for indoor or outdoor use. Remember, a
Tile Patterning is a design options that many people don’t even consider. Yet it’s one of the best ways tile can be used to express a personal style. Pattern options are almost endless and each can dramatically change the look of a
The massive part of the laminate flooring is made of a water-resistant material whose purpose is to provide evenness and dimensional stability. All this material is covering a layer of polymer paper. This material is used because it helps to the stability
Home building and home ownership have really exploded in the past few generations. Flooring technologies have developed in leaps and bounds in that same time. However, one style that has been lost is the hand-made, antique look in favor of manufactured woods
There are dozens of hardwood choices on the market today, each with its own advantages and disadvantages. You may have already envisioned the color range that fits your style, but color is only the beginning. You also need to consider the following:
Oak Flooring is admired and appreciated for its strength, exceptional durability, and natural beauty. It’s the most common wood flooring used in American homes. The choice of white oak or red oak is largely a matter of personal choice, with most homeowners
Minor damage to hardwood floors can easily be repaired by a hardwood flooring professional, or even a handy do-it-yourselfer. Here are some common hardwood floor problems and solutions if your hardwood floor needs a little extra attention. Hardwood Floor Repair: Split or
If done correctly, hardwood floors are very easy to clean and maintain. Following proper steps will help ensure that your floors last for many years to come. Here are some important tips to follow when it comes to cleaning your hardwood floors: