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In the flooring industry, bamboo hardwood flooring is considered to be one of the hardest natural resources available for flooring; however, there has been much debate as to the advantages of using bamboo. Below are some facts that one needs to know regarding bamboo flooring:
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If there is one desirable form of flooring that homeowners dream of, it is hardwood floors. And with today’s advances in flooring technology, homeowners now have the option to install hardwood floor in any area of the house. However, there is no such thing as a generic floor. And for optimum results, here are some basic hardwood floor installation facts that one should be aware of.
Using 2” nailing cleats, 3/4″ solid wood strips or planks are attached to the subfloor. Tools needed include a wood flooring nailer and a mallet. For thinner planks, adapters are… Continue reading
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We all know that hardwood flooring is beautiful but can be quite expensive. But despite this, you are looking into buying wood flooring because of the unrivaled beauty and warmth only wood can offer. You have heard about reclaimed hardwood flooring before but do not know exactly what it is.
Reclaimed hardwood flooring became popular as more and more people became more aware of environmental concerns such as deforestation. This means that hardwood flooring material and other wooden materials that come from structures that are being remodeled or demolished or have been used previously is being recycled instead of being discarded, burned or thrown away. The variety of reclaimed woods includes white pine, oak, elm, Western… Continue reading
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Hardwood flooring adds warmth and beauty to homes. But with so many choices of hardwood flooring, selecting the right kind can be quite a challenge. Each type of wood has its own feature that makes it different from the rest – texture, grain, hardness, density etc. These are just some of the elements that you should consider in choosing the perfect flooring for your home. Maple hardwood flooring is beautiful, has been around for a long time, and one of the best choices when it comes to hardwood flooring.
Maple wood is known for its strength, hardness, fine texture and close grain. The grain pattern is uniform… Continue reading
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For most people, the word “discount” often connotes inferior quality. Not in the case of discount hardwood flooring. On the contrary, discount hardwood flooring is made of high-grade flooring by well-known manufacturers. However, despite its obvious advantages over other hardwood floorings, discount hardwood flooring still needs to be a good fit for your home, in spite its affordability, versatility as durability as flooring. Hardwood flooring has different engineered varieties that a lot of people sometimes get confused of their differences. This makes hardwood flooring an even more ideal choice – giving homeowners more options. Hardwood flooring comes in solid and engineered varieties, pre-finished or… Continue reading
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Nowadays, it is common to find do-it-yourself products, even for floors. Still, knowing the steps on how to install hardwood floors will not only help you avoid disappointment, but put your mind at rest that everything will come out to your satisfaction.
Despite the many resources that can be found in the internet, installing hardwood floors can still be challenging for newbies. Some methods are more suitable for newbies to follow, such as the wet lay method. Newbies can install hardwood floors like a pro by following steps of the wet lay method below:
Some people choose hardwood flooring not only because it looks great but because it is also good for our health as there are no formaldehyde chemicals such as what carpets are filled with. But if you’ve never had hardwood floors before, you will need to know how to clean hardwood floors otherwise run the risk of damaging your expensive new floors.
1. Sweep constantly – Dirt and sand no matter how small, can scratch hardwood floors. This is why it is extremely important to sweep daily and remove those particles off of the floor.
2. Never use excessive water on your floors for cleaning – If you need to use water for cleaning, make sure the mop is well… Continue reading
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Hardwood floors are not only a fashion statement but give a home a warm and welcoming look that only wood can offer. Despite the timeless beauty it brings, a lot of homeowners hesitate to use hardwood flooring because of the tedious process to maintain it. Contrary to most people’s notion, cleaning hardwood floors is relatively easy when consistency in care is done on a daily basis.
There are different types of hardwood floors: Unfinished, Prefinished, Solid Engineered, and Acrylic Impregnated. They also come in different brands such as Bruce, Pergo, etc. And because each has its own distinct features, no one cleaning method would apply for all. Different types of cleaning supplies can be found in the market that sometimes we get confused on what… Continue reading
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