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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - What is a Laminate Floor</title>
<description><![CDATA[ The laminate floor has become an increasingly popular flooring option. It is
							
							regarded as one of the most durable, highly attractive and easy to install and
							
							maintain flooring materials. It is resistant to wear, as well as to animal hair 
							and
							
							dander. Laminate floors are relatively lower in price than solid hardwoods, but
							
							comparably durable and decorative.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - Laminate Flooring Defined: Characteristics of Laminate Floors</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Laminate flooring is becoming more and more popular today in North America and 
							all
							
							over the world, although it started as a European innovation. For households 
							and
							
							offices which require a low maintenance flooring solution, laminate flooring 
							has been
							
							known to be an effective choice for its attractiveness, durability, ease of 
							installation,
							
							as well as for its reasonable price when compared to many other flooring 
							options.
							
							However, despite the fact that laminate flooring is popular, there are a great 
							many
							
							misconceptions and mysteries surrounding it in terms of how laminate flooring 
							is
							
							made and how it differs from solid hardwood.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - What is an AC Rating?</title>
<description><![CDATA[ AC rating is a common term used to indicate the durability level of laminate flooring.
							AC ratings are applied to every line of laminate floors by an independent body known 
							as European Producers of Laminate Flooring (EPLF). These ratings are a brief code of
							a laminate�s resistance to stress and help buyers understand the difference in durability among laminate flooring products.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - Laminate Flooring AC Ratings: Testing For Quality In Laminate Floors</title>
<description><![CDATA[ An AC rating is applied to every line of laminate flooring by an independent 
							body known
							
							as EPLF, or European Producers of Laminate Flooring. A series of tests are 
							designed
							
							and carried out in order to test each line of laminate flooring for stress 
							resistance. The
							
							tests range from resistance to burning, to scratching, to impact, and even 
							tests for
							
							resistance against abrasion caused by castors and other furniture legs. When 
							the tests
							
							are concluded, those lines of laminate flooring are assigned an AC rating, 
							which is the
							
							measurement of stress as applied to where the laminate flooring is to be 
							installed.
							
							Here is a general guide to the AC rating:
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - What Are the Various Layers of Laminate Flooring and What Are They Made Of?</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>Laminate flooring</b> is regarded as highly suitable for places that receive 
							heavy foot traffic and other types of stress. For considerations like strong 
							structural composition, multiple uses and aesthetic value, multiple layers make 
							sure the requirements are met.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - How to Install Laminate Floors (Part 1)</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>Pre-installation instructions</b>
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - How to Install Laminate Floors (Part 2)</title>
<description><![CDATA[ The beginning wall of the flooring (the wall where you start installing the new 
									floor)
									should be more visible than your ending wall.
								 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - How to Install Laminate Floors (Part 3)</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Ease of installation is one of the key advantages of laminate flooring. One of 
							the two �do-it-yourself�
							
							installment options is the floating or glueless method. In this method, the 
							flooring is not secured to the
							
							subfloor. Instead, it allows each board to be connected by means of a 
							tongue-and-groove design.
							
							Around eight inches by four feet long, these planks click together to form a 
							firmly fastened surface.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - Where Can Laminate Wood Floors Be Installed / Not Installed?</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Laminate wood floors are extremely versatile flooring products. A laminate wood 
							floors
							
							installation can be done in almost every room of your home, above or below 
							ground,
							
							over wood or concrete. Most of the floor manufacturers market their laminate 
							wood floors
							
							as an 'install anywhere' product.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - Laminate Flooring Dos And Don'ts</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Generally speaking, laminate flooring is a low maintenance option that is easily
						installed, but there are a few things to keep in mind before purchasing laminate
						flooring as well as once they�ve been installed. Here are a few pointers when looking
						to maintain a laminate floor.
					 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - Tongue and Groove and Locking Systems For Laminate Wood Floors</title>
<description><![CDATA[ One of the key characteristics of laminate wood floors, and one that is kept in 
							mind
							
							when it is manufactured, is how easy it is to install when compared to other 
							types of
							
							flooring. Of the many designs, some of the more efficient and mess-free 
							laminate
							
							wood floors lines are the �glueless� variety. With this variety, the laminate 
							wood
							
							floors is generally fitted together by means of what is called a �tongue and 
							groove�
							
							design, with interlocking elements that slide into place and are made secure as 
							each
							
							row is laid down.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - Cleaning Laminate Flooring</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Laminate flooring is among the easiest of floors to clean. Laminate flooring are 
							built to stand up to wear and abrasion. All you really need for everyday cleaning
							 of laminate flooring is a vacuum cleaner, a dry mop, and a damp towel for difficult 
							spills. You can keep laminate flooring looking new if you follow these simple steps
							 while cleaning and maintaining them:  
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - What Are the Advantages of Laminate Floors?</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Laminate floors are extremely durable and attractive. They are scratch and stain resistant and
							ideally designed for areas with a high degree of foot traffic, especially by children and pets. This
							type of flooring is very easy to maintain and does not fade even in direct sunlight.
						... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - Laminate Wood Flooring History</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Most of the people still have no idea what laminate is, but a lot of them are
							familiar with laminate countertops. These people also refer to their
							countertops as 'Formica' which is instead a manufacturer�s name.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - Laminate Flooring Installation Costs</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Once you�ve chosen laminate to be your next flooring material, you need to 
							calculate the total cost of your laminate flooring installation. You will need 
							to determine of how much square footage you�ll need, consider the AC rating 
							that will best suit your flooring location, along with the cost of underlay and 
							laminate flooring moldings too. Making sure that there are no surprises as far 
							as your project budget is concerned makes for a good start to a successful 
							laminate flooring installation.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - Preparing for a Laminate Flooring Installation</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Preparing for a laminate flooring installation is a simple way to achieve the 
							most efficient use of your time. There are three important issues to think 
							about before the day of laminate installation: Furniture, appliances and fixed 
							objects.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - 10 Reasons Why You Should Opt for Laminate Wood Flooring - Part 1</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Laminate wood flooring is quickly becoming one of the most preferred flooring 
							surfaces. It is selected for homes for not only its tough surface and strong 
							composition but also due to its aesthetic appeal. Most of the varieties of 
							laminate wood flooring come with warranties against wear, staining and fading. 
							Here is a list of ten most important and convincing features of laminate wood 
							flooring.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - 10 Reasons Why You Should Opt for Laminate Wood Flooring - Part 2</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>Ease of installation: </b>laminate wood flooring can easily be installed very short 
							while, without any hassle, dust or sand and extended time scales. Today 
							laminate wood flooring can be installed through a floating floor installation 
							technique that involves the tongue-and-groove locking method to lay the floor. 
							The flooring boards actually move during humidity or temperature changes. A 
							laminate wood floor can be installed over an existing floor, sub-floor, or even 
							concrete. Laminate floors are also a good option for a do-it-yourself 
							installation by anybody with a little experience in construction or carpentry.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - 10 Quick Features of Laminate Wood Flooring</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Laminate wood flooring is a recent hot commodity in the flooring business. Laminate wood flooring is being selected by many homeowners who want a replica or imitation of solid wood floors, with some added benefits. Here is a quick review of the advantages and workability of laminate wood flooring. 
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - Ten Important Questions to Ask About Laminate Flooring</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Laminate flooring is regarded as one of the most strong, highly finished and easy to install and maintain flooring materials. It is slightly lower in price than solid hardwoods, but equally durable. Here are ten important questions that must be answered before you finally decide to install a laminate floor.  ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - Why Homeowners Prefer Laminate Floors</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Wood floors have been the choice of homeowners for centuries because of their warmth and natural elegance. Laminate floors are a new addition, offering the same wood- like feature. But there are more benefits with laminate including styles, DIY installation, and ease of maintenance when compared with wooden floors. Also, it is more hard-wearing and economical when compared to wooden floors. Here are some reasons why people often prefer laminate floors.  
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - Why to Choose a Floating Laminate Floor</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Laminate floor is undoubtedly one of the �low-maintenance� flooring materials, primarily because of its unique composition. A laminate floor is usually made up of various layers fused together with each other to form the flooring board. There are mainly four layers: the wear layer, the pattern layer (also known as the image layer), the processed wood core (made of fiberboard) and a balancing layer on top of that.  ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - Laminate Flooring Warranties</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Many times when buying laminate flooring it is easy to become distracted and 
							confused by the warranty information. Typical warranties for laminate flooring 
							range from 10 years up until lifetime warranties. But what does it all mean? It 
							is important to keep in mind that when purchasing laminate flooring we should 
							not base our decision solely on warranty information alone.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - AC Rating for Laminate Floors</title>
<description><![CDATA[ To better assist you in choosing which type of laminate flooring to install to 
							which room, the Association of European Producers of Laminate Flooring (EPLF), 
							the association to which reputable manufacturers of laminate flooring adhere, 
							has come up with a standard international grading system for laminate floors; 
							the AC (abrasion class) rating. This grading system tells consumer how durable 
							a particular laminate and how much traffic it can withstand.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - Choosing the Right Laminate Floor</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Laminate flooring is one of the best flooring options available on the market 
							today and choosing laminate flooring is sure to give you a big return on 
							investment. However, the work doesn't stop there. A floor can make or break the 
							look of a room. Laminate flooring comes in many different types of patterns and 
							colors, and determining which type to use for a particular room can be a 
							daunting task.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - A Closer Look at Laminate Floors</title>
<description><![CDATA[ The strength and durability of laminate floors owes a great deal to its 
							construction. Laminate floors are made in such a way that they resist staining, 
							fading, and denting. It's fascinating to see what laminate flooring is made of 
							and how it is put together.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - Laminate Floor Moldings</title>
<description><![CDATA[ The addition of moldings to your newly-installed floor can add that finishing 
							touch to make your floor look like it has always been a defining feature in 
							your room. Moldings can help ensure that your laminate floor fits well with the 
							d�cor found in the rest of your home or office, and that they serve well as 
							transitions between rooms and levels. Moldings are the finishing touches to 
							your flooring project. The secret lies in finding the correct type of molding 
							to use for the right purpose. There are instances when continuity is preferred 
							in between rooms, and there are other times when contrast is required. One can 
							choose from a variety of moldings to suit one�s purpose.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - Laminate Flooring Underlayment</title>
<description><![CDATA[ An underlayment is requirement in any installation of laminate flooring and 
							serves certain functions. Underlayment adds a level of comfort to laminate 
							floor, provides a soundproofing quality, helps to protect the laminate material 
							from moisture, and helps to even out minor imperfections of the subfloor to 
							ensure that your laminate flooring is installed on a perfectly level surface.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - Made to Last:The Laminate Flooring Warranty</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Being one of the more durable flooring options in the market, laminate flooring 
							has the one of the best range of warranty offerings in the flooring industry. 
							Most laminate flooring brands carry a 15-year warranty for residential use, but 
							some brands come with a lifetime warranty.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - Making the Laminate Flooring Choice</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Of all the flooring options available on the market today, choosing which type 
							to use in your home or office may seem to be a daunting task. This article aims 
							to help you make the decision to choose laminate flooring as an attractive and 
							durable option for your project.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - Laminate Floor Underlayment are a Must for Laminate Flooring</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>Protecting Your Laminate Flooring Installation</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - Flooring Showdown: Laminate vs. Wood Flooring</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>How Modern Laminate Flooring Stands Up to Traditional Wood Flooring</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - Starting Laminate Wood Floor Installation</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>How to Install Laminate Wood Floors</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - Keeping Your Laminate Wood Floor Clean is a Breeze</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>The Easy Maintainability of Laminate Floors</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - Laying Laminate Wood Flooring</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>Easy To Begin Laying Laminate Wood Floors</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - Differences in Laminate Flooring vs. Hardwood Flooring, Part 1</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>About some of the advantages hardwood floors have over laminate floors. </b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - Differences in Laminate Flooring vs. Hardwood Flooring, Part 2</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>About the advantages laminate floors have over hardwood flooring</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - No More Flooring Material Woes:  Laminate Flooring is For Everyone</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>
Light, Durable, and Beautiful Flooring Materials for Virtually Every Room In Your Home</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - Distributing Laminate Flooring to an International Market Through Shipping Containers</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>Containers Provide Reliable Delivery to International Consumers</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - Laminate Flooring Steps Out of the Shadows of Other Flooring Materials</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>An Increasingly Popular Flooring Material for Modern Homes</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - Beauty and Durability Minus the Cost: Laminate Flooring is the Material to Beat</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>Flooring Materials Fit for the Modern Homeowner</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - Laminate Flooring Basics:  Why Laminate Floors are a Top Choice Among Homeowners</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>
											Laminate Floors Give Homeowners What They Need In All Aspects</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - Praise-worthy Laminate Flooring: Why Laminate Floors Are Such a Big Hit</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>Reasons to Love Laminate Floors</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - Competent Commercial Flooring:  Laminate Floors</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Laminate flooring, a versatile flooring material recently developed to meet homeowners' needs, can also be used in commercial settings.  As a commercial flooring, laminate flooring is highly favorable because it requires minimal maintenance and commercial-grade laminate flooring is made to withstand the heavy traffic that goes with these settings.
 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - Laminate Floors and Laminate Flooring Styles for Your Home</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Laminate flooring has developed into surface that appears more natural than its predecessors.  Today, many different laminate flooring styles are available in the market, ready to be installed in your home.
 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - Installing Laminate Flooring the Easy Way: Some Reminders on Laminate Floor Installation</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>Get Started on Your Laminate Floor Installation the Right Way</b> ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Laminate Flooring Articles - Laminate Flooring Care:  Keep Your Laminate Floors as Shiny as the Day They Were Installed</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>Take Good Care of Your Laminate Floors and They'll Stay Gleaming for Ages! </b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Hardwood Species for Flooring</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>Hardwood</b> is the close-grained wood (lumber or veneer) harvested from deciduous 
						species � a species that sheds its leaves. The term <b>�hardwood�</b> has no direct 
						relevance to the actual hardness of the wood for flooring, although density is generally 
						greater in hardwood when compared to softwood species. Some of the more 
						commonly available hardwoods in North America for flooring are ash, cherry, alder, 
						white oak, red oak, and maple.  Brazilian cherry, or jatoba,is an increasingly popular 
						hardwood species for flooring, noted for hardness as well as aesthetic value. 
					 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Hardwood Floors Species: The Luxury of Choice in Flooring</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Hardwood Flooring is an option for floors that present a range of choice for 
							the consumer
							
							to consider. One such choice is that of species. Some species are very hard, 
							and stand
							
							to be a notably durable choice. Others are less hard, but more forgiving when 
							sawed
							
							or nailed to a subfloor. Some species of hardwood have colors which remain more 
							or
							
							less constant. Others exhibit �photosensitivity�, which means that the color of 
							the
							
							hardwood flooring species changes as it is exposed to light. Whatever your
							
							requirement, hardwood flooring presents an option in floors that enable you to 
							choose
							
							the perfect look, texture, and general effect. Here is a selected list of 
							species common
							
							for use as hardwood flooring:
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Ash Hardwood for Floors</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>General Description: </b> Ash hardwood belongs to the olive family, although its only 
							fruit is a dart-like winged seed. A Norwegian mythology refers to Ash hardwood as "the 
							mighty tree that supports the heavens." There are several species of American Ash 
							hardwood for eg, black, brown, and white. It is used extensively in the making of quality
							hardwood floors.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Alder Hardwood for Flooring</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>General Description</b>: Alder hardwood for flooring is moderately lightweight and 
						    demonstrates moderate strength in across many applications. With alder hardwood as 
							flooring there is no visible boundary between heartwood and sapwood. Red Alder hardwood, 
							a relative of birch, is almost white when freshly cut but quickly changes on exposure to air, 
							becoming light brown with a yellow or reddish tinge. 
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Cherry Hardwood for Flooring</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>General Description</b>: Cherry hardwood for flooring is known for its impressive woodworking qualities. Identified as one of the easiest species to work with, particularly
							in flooring as well as cabinet making, cherry hardwood has excellent moisture resistance 
							with minimal shrinkage and swelling.  Cherry hardwood for flooring is also renowned for its
							rich color, and a warm atmosphere it lends to any interior.  Cherry hardwood for flooring is deservedly a staple of many interiors, and has been for centuries.  The choice of cherry 
							hardwood for flooring has a long history, not only for reasons of attractiveness, but also 
							because it is one of the most forgiving of hardwoods when it comes to machining. 
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Hardwood Flooring Dos And Don'ts</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Overall, hardwood flooring is not just an option which relies upon tradition, 
							although
							
							hardwood flooring has been relied upon for centuries. What hardwood flooring
							
							offers is the luxury of choice and an ease of integration into an interior 
							design. Along
							
							with the advantages of appearance, hardwood is and continues to be a choice in
							
							flooring that can add structural strength to a residence or office.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Hard Maple For Hardwood Flooring</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>General Description</b>: Hard maple is the hardest of all maple <a href="http://www.builddirect.com/Hardwood-Floors-Solid.aspx" target="_blank">hardwood </a>
							species. It
							
							is known as one of the most reliable hardwoods found in North America, with a 
							fine
							
							and uniform texture, straight grain, and natural strength and stability. These 
							qualities
							
							make hard maple hardwood a great choice for many applications including 
							hardwood
							
							flooring boards, furniture, and veneers. Hard maple hardwood <a href="http://www.builddirect.com/Flooring.aspx" target="_blank">flooring </a> is used 
							in
							
							commercial, industrial, and residential interiors alike.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Black Walnut Hardwood Flooring</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>General Description</b>: Black walnut is attractive, tight-grained, and polishes to a very
							smooth finish. It improves with age, finishing beautifully and stands as a decorative
							hardwood which is widely used throughout the world.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Red Oak for Hardwood Floors</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>General Description</b>: Red oak for hardwood floors is among the most abundant hardwood
						   species and probably the third most popular of all after cherry and maple. Actually reddish in
						   color, red oak for hardwood floors is a dense wood that resists wear very well.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - White Oak for Hardwood Flooring Board</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>General Description</b>: White oak for hardwood flooring board is one of the most common and
						   important hardwood species. It makes excellent hardwood flooring because	of its strength and 
						   general durability. It is impermeable to moisture, and has been extensively used for ship timber
						   and barrels. Red and white oak for hardwood flooring boards rank among the top hardwood 
						   species used for furniture and flooring.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - The Janka Hardness Scale for Hardwood Floors</title>
<description><![CDATA[ The Janka hardness scale is a good tool to use when considering your choice of 
							hardwood flooring species. It is perhaps the most important test i.e. a test 
							that measures the hardness of the wood.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Cleaning Hardwood Floors</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Hardwood floors are very easy to clean and maintain, if done correctly. It is equally
							important as making the choice of hardwood floors. And yes, cleaning and maintaining
							hardwood floors will surely be worth it in terms of a longer life for your floor.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Maintaining Hardwood Flooring</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Properly maintained hardwood flooring can last a lifetime. And to add to the 
							value, these 
							floors are very easy to maintain. Just regular cleaning, keeping it swept and dry and 
							avoiding all the harsh elements is enough!
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Benefits of a Hardwood Floor</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Hardwood flooring is always the preferred choice when a high quality and beautiful flooring
							material is required. And it works very well at both residential and commercial locations. The
							feeling of quality, superior strength, comfort and aesthetic appeal are the main factors when
							people choose a hardwood floor for their property. But there are many more reasons which
							are given below. For all these reasons, hardwood flooring remains to be a classic choice.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Main Benefits of Hard Wood Floors</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Whether it�s a residential interior, or a commercial installation, hard wood 
							floors add
							
							an air of class, as well as structural strength. Hardwood floors are said to 
							lend a sense
							
							of permanence to an interior and remain to be the most popular flooring choice 
							for those
							
							who value tradition the most.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Prefinished Wood Floors</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Prefinished wood floors take less time to install because sanding, surface 
							preparation, and
							
							finishing are already done in the factory. Here are some other attributes of 
							prefinished
							
							wood floors that make them a solid choice in wood flooring:
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Finishing Hardwood Flooring - Surface Wood Floor Wood Floor Finishes</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Surface wood floor finishes are easy to apply. These include 
                            urethane,polyurethane, aluminum oxide wood floor finishes, epoxy, wax, varnish, 
                            lacquer, and shellac.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Finishing Hardwood Flooring</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Finish for hardwood flooring is a top coat that protects the flooring from everyday wear 
							and tear. It also gives color and luster to your hardwood flooring. Finishes are a great 
							way to personalize your hardwood floors. Whether you like light-colored wood or dark, 
							a satin finish or high-gloss, there are too many options from which to choose.  
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Advantages of Unfinished Hardwood Floors</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Unfinished hardwood floors are an excellent choice when it comes to wood 
							flooring.
							
							It does take time and effort to install and finish wood floors on-site, but the 
							result is
							
							highly rewarding. It enables a greater range of flooring options with multiple 
							colors,
							
							stains, finishes, and styles. The two main reasons why finishes are applied to 
							hardwood
							
							flooring are to protect the wood from damage, such as stains, moisture and 
							mechanical
							
							wear and to highlight the wood�s natural color and beauty.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Finishing Hard Wood Flooring - Precautions</title>
<description><![CDATA[ The hard wood flooring finishing procedure requires certain precautions to 
							obtain a perfect finish. Here is a quick list to go through before you start with a 
							finishing procedure:
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Hardwood Flooring Facts</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Before having any type of wood flooring installation, the floor planks should 
							be
							
							acclimatized. The flooring material should be left at the installation site to
							
							acclimate according to the site�s temperature for a period of at least 24 hours
							
							at the recommended relative humidity level.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - How to Preserve Hardwood Floors from Long-Term Wear?</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Cleaning and maintaining hardwood floors is an easy process, and it also helps retain the
							flooring for a longer period. And if you add some preventive and repair measures to the
							above processes, your hardwood floors will be as new and beautiful as they were at the
							time of installation.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - The Dos and Don'ts of Cleaning Your Wood Floors</title>
<description><![CDATA[ With today�s advanced finish technologies, wood floors are very easy to clean and keep
							beautiful. But there are some specifications to follow while cleaning your floors on a day
							to day basis. The following guidelines on the do�s and don�ts will help every wood floor
							keeper in the cleaning process.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - The Dos and Don'ts of Maintaining your Wood Hardwood Floors</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Today�s wood <b>hardwood floors </b>are tough and durable. They are easy to maintain for
							a long time with a little effort and prevention. Apart from the manufacturer�s recommendations 
							and the installer�s suggestion, the following guidelines will help preserve the flooring along with 
							its finish and beauty.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Hardwood Terms</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>What is Above-Grade Flooring? </b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Hardwood Flooring - Widths and Edges</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b> WIDTH:</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Ten Things to Know While Selecting Hardwood Flooring - Part 1</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b> 1. Wide variety of Hardwood Species: </b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Ten Things to Know While Selecting Hardwood Flooring - Part 2</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>5. Make sure to take the cleaning commitment into account when selecting hardwood 
								flooring: </b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Six Reasons Why You Should Choose Hardwood Flooring</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Hardwood flooring is undoubtedly among the best value-added floors one can have for a  residence or commercial space. A hardwood floor can change the appearance and atmosphere of a room through its feel and pattern. Hardwood flooring comes with the following six value-added features.   ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Choosing Hardwood Flooring</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Installing hardwood floors is a very important home improvement decision. 
							People often prefer hardwoods over carpets because they are easy to clean, and 
							prevent the accumulation of germs and insects. They are also good looking and 
							add elegance to the environment and value to homes and offices.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Considerations for Buying Hardwood Floors</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Hardwood floors are made of actual planks of a real hardwood species. They can 
							be manufactured to look like different hardwood species when they are finished 
							with a variety of stains. Many people believe that there is no substitute or 
							alternative for hardwood floors when it comes to naturally beautiful floors.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Hardwood Floor - Flooring Board Widths and Installation Patterns - Part 1</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>FLOORING BOARD WIDTHS:</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Hardwood Floor - Flooring Board Widths and Installation Patterns - Part 2</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Your hardwood floor installation pattern will shape the look of the floor, the 
							placement of furniture and also the movement in the room. On the other hand, 
							the limited installation patterns are hugely different from each other. So, a 
							considered choice is required. Here is a brief description of these patterns.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Installing Hardwood floors - Cost Versus Benefit</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Flooring is among the most important element in the construction or renovation 
							of your home or office. Some property owners do not settle on any other 
							flooring material except of hardwood, because of its beauty and durability. But 
							these consumers seek to balance cost versus return when looking to install 
							hardwood floors. Here is a quick look at some of the benefits of installing 
							hardwood floors.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Hardwood Floors - Retaining their Life, Beauty and Shine</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Hardwood floors may be the most attention-grabbing aspect of your home. Regular 
							maintenance can easily ensure that your wood floors last a lifetime and remain 
							intact in an elegant and stylish manner.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Exotic Hardwood: Durable Hardwood Flooring at its Finest</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>Recognizing Options in Hardwood Floors</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Choosing Among the Different Types of Hardwood Floor Molding Types</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>The Importance of Hardwood Floor Moldings</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Looking Brand New: Refinishing Hardwood Floors</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>
													The Lowdown on Maintaining Solid Hardwood Floors</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Hardwood Choices Abound: Unfinished and Prefinished Hardwood Floors</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>Find Out Whether Unfinished or Prefinished Hardwood Floors Is Right For Your 
											Home</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - The Material to Beat: Hardwood Flooring</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>Choosing Hardwood Flooring Materials Guarantee Durability and Lasting Beauty</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Hardwood is One Tough Flooring Material</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>A Time-Tested and Beautiful Flooring Materials for the Modern Home</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Hardwood Flooring 101:  Choosing Your Hardwood Floors Carefully</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>Things to Know Before Installing Hardwood Floors</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Choosing Great Floors: Pick the Right Flooring for Your Needs</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b> A Variety of Materials For Your Floors Enable You to Zero-in on a Suitable Floor 
											For Your Home</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Changing Flooring Styles: Picking Floors is Now A Personal Choice</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>Different Floor Styles Reflect Your Tastes</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Getting Flooring Right: Picking the Right Type of Floors for your Needs</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Careful Planning and Thought Goes Into Selecting the Right Floors. Your choice 
										of flooring for your home must ultimately stand up to the everyday stresses you 
										subject it to. Your lifestyle should play a big part in your choice of 
										flooring, as this is the part of your house that can reflect a home's 
										condition.
									 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Why Pick Hardwood Flooring: The Fabulous Traits of Hardwood Flooring</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>Choose Hardwood Floors and Never Look Back! </b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Keep Your Hardwood Flooring Scratch-Free with These Hardwood Floor Care Tips</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>The Upkeep of Hardwood Floors</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Maintaining the Beauty and Shine of Hardwood Floors</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>Tips and Pointers to Keep Your Hardwood Floors in Top Shape</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Protect and Beautify: The Right Finish for Your Hardwood Floors</title>
<description><![CDATA[ If the only thing that's keeping you from getting hardwood floors for your home 
										is the upkeep you think it needs in order to keep it in top shape, then you 
										should lay your fears to rest. Today's hardwood floors come in finishes that 
										take the backbreaking work out of maintaining the shine and beauty of your 
										floors.
									 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Domestic Hardwood Flooring: Hardwood Floors that Are Close to Home</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Hardwood flooring has the ability to transform what was once a plain old room into a warm, inviting one, thanks to its beautiful grain patterns and attractive colors.  With the improvement of shipping methods, exotic hardwoods have gained quite a following.  Not to be left behind are domestic hardwood flooring, which still stand to be the best hardwood floor option.  
									 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - In the World of Natural Flooring, Wood Flooring is King</title>
<description><![CDATA[ When people hear the words �natural flooring,� they immediately think of wood.  Wood has been the classic choice of homeowners everywhere and it is no surprise that wood flooring has maintained its hold over all other flooring options in the market.
 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Easy Does It Wood Floor Planks:  Tongue and Groove Flooring Make Wood Floor Installation A Very Rewarding Experience</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Perhaps one apprehension that homeowners have with wood flooring is its installation.  Certainly something as beautiful would require skilled artisans to install in order to get the best out of such a material.  Indeed, wood floor planks are one of the most intimidating flooring materials, but that doesn't mean that it will be a hassle to install.
... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - The Uniqueness of Distressed Hardwood Flooring and Hand-scraped Hardwood Floors</title>
<description><![CDATA[ People are always on the lookout for the next unique flooring idea, and distressed hardwood flooring certainly rises to the challenge.
 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Making Your Hardwood Floor Last:  Caring for Hardwood Flooring</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>Hardwood Floor Maintenance is Easier Than You Think</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Your Choice Hardwood Floor:  The Many Options for Hardwood Flooring</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>Express Yourself With a Wide Range of Hardwood Flooring on the Market</b> ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - The Janka Rating for Your Hardwood Floor Determines the Hardness or Softness of Hardwood Flooring Species</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>Know On-hand The Hardness or Softness of Your Hardwood Floor</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Laminate Flooring: A Dependable Wood Flooring Substitute</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>Homeowners Wanting the Look of Wood Flooring Can Now Opt for This 
											Easy-Maintenance Option</b> ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - Why Choose A Hardwood Floor?  Because Real Wood Flooring is the Best</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>Select a Hardwood Floor For Your Home and See The Difference it Makes</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - A Great Solid Hardwood Floor:  Oak Flooring</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>Get Oak Flooring for Solid, Dependable Floors</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Hardwood Flooring Articles - The Case for Wood Flooring:  How Wood Floors are Beneficial</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>Homeowners and the Choice of Wood Floors</b> ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Engineered Hardwood Floors Articles - Engineered Hardwood Floors: A Wood Flooring Information Overview</title>
<description><![CDATA[ When looking to invest in long-lasting and attractive flooring in areas where 
							humidity is
							
							an issue, one of the things to look out for is a flooring material that is 
							likely to respond to
							
							environmental changes without losing any of its structural stability, or its 
							attractiveness.
							
							A solution that many have discovered for versatility, attractiveness, and with 
							a robust
							
							design noted for structural stability is engineered hardwood flooring.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Engineered Hardwood Floors Articles - Engineered Hardwood Flooring</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Learn about what engineered hardwood flooring is, what engineered hardwood 
							floors are
							
							made of, the best uses of an engineered hardwood floor, why engineered hardwood
							
							flooring can be the best choice over radiant heat and in basements, engineered
							
							hardwood do�s and don�t�s.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Engineered Hardwood Floors Articles - Engineered Wood Flooring Basics</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>Engineered wood flooring</b> is made up of an inner core of hardwood and/or 
							softwood
							
							plywood or HDF and a top layer of real hardwood that is glued on the surface of 
							the core.
							
							These cores also incorporate the tongue and groove system. These layers are 
							formed in a
							
							cross-grain pattern and bonded together under heat and pressure. As a result, <b>engineered
								
								wood flooring</b> is less likely to be affected by changes in humidity.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Engineered Hardwood Floors Articles - Temperature And Engineered Floors</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Engineered wood is surely a preference on solid hardwood when flooring is 
							required in
							
							any area where changes in humidity and temperature vary. It is relatively more
							
							resistant to temperature changes than solid wood. When an installation is below
							
							grade, or over or near radiant heating systems and/or any humid area or climate 
							is
							
							concerned, engineered wood is firmly favored over solid hardwood, the use of 
							the
							
							latter being discouraged by most professionals.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Engineered Hardwood Floors Articles - Cleaning And Engineered Hardwood Floor</title>
<description><![CDATA[ An engineered hardwood floor can be cleaned very easily. Keeping it clean it on 
							a
							
							regular basis will also be a major contribution towards retaining it for a long 
							time. Here
							
							are a few general guidelines to assist you in cleaning your engineered hardwood
							
							floor:
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Engineered Hardwood Floors Articles - Engineered Hardwood Flooring Care</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Caring for engineered flooring is a very simple and trouble-free process as long 
							as it is
							
							a part of your regular cleaning routine. Keeping the floor as free of dirt, 
							debris, grit and
							
							spills as possible will maintain and retain the original look of your flooring 
							for the
							
							longest period. ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Engineered Hardwood Floors Articles - Differences Between Engineered Hardwood And Solid Hardwood</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Engineered hardwood is different from solid hardwood in many respects, including 
												materials, structural composition and resistance. Below is a detailed analysis 
												of some selected differences.
											 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Engineered Hardwood Floors Articles - Engineered Wood Flooring Advantages</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Engineered wood flooring is designed and constructed to provide better 
							stability and
							
							resistance when moisture or heat may cause problems for solid wood floors. This 
							type
							
							of flooring has a lot of advantages on any other flooring. Here is a detailed 
							account
							
							of them:
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Engineered Hardwood Floors Articles - Engineered Hardwood Flooring Dos and Don'ts</title>
<description><![CDATA[ With engineered floors, you are free to consider the possibilities of using 
							hardwood in
							
							areas that would mean disaster for a solid hardwood floor. Engineered hardwood 
							floors
							
							allow you all of the beauty and organic feel, as well as a greater range of 
							options as far
							
							as the location of your installation. With the dual features of an attractive 
							top layer that
							
							is a real hardwood species, and a core which is designed to shift and move with 
							climatic
							
							changes, engineered hardwood flooring is perfect for a basement installation, 
							or an
							
							installation in a summer home or cottage that is not environmentally controlled 
							all year
							
							round. Along with these functional benefits, engineered hardwood floors are 
							often less
							
							expensive than their solid hardwood counterparts, making them worth serious
							
							consideration on a budgetary level. With all of its features that allow these 
							advantages,
							
							engineered hardwood truly stands as being in a class by itself.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Engineered Hardwood Floors Articles - Installing Engineered Wood Flooring</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Engineered hardwood floors can be installed in virtually any room of your home.
							
							Although it�s always best to work with your sales rep to clarify any warranty 
							issues
							
							with regard to location. But there are several locations that are not 
							recommended
							
							for engineered hardwood flooring such as bathrooms, washrooms, saunas, enclosed
							porches or verandas. Although engineered wood floors have a certain resistance 
							to
							
							environmental moisture, exposure to excessive moisture may cause your 
							engineered
							
							wood flooring to warp, swell or cup.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Engineered Hardwood Floors Articles - Engineered Wood Flooring - Types of Top Veneer Layer</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Engineered wood flooring is made up of an inner core of hardwood or HDF and a 
							top layer of hardwood veneer that is glued on the surface of the core. These 
							layers are formed in a cross-grain pattern and bonded together under heat and 
							pressure.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Engineered Hardwood Floors Articles - Installing Engineered Hardwood Flooring</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>Engineered Wood Flooring Made For Everyone</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Engineered Hardwood Floors Articles - Containing the Market:  Engineered Floors</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Engineered building materials shipped all over the world in international containers have been all the rage in the building industry.  These premium building have given homeowners greater options when it comes to the materials they use in putting together their homes.
 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Engineered Hardwood Floors Articles - Engineered Building Materials Save Costs and Supplies</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>Supplying Your Building With Cost-Effective, Durable, and Visually-Pleasing Materials</b> ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - The Bamboo Floor</title>
<description><![CDATA[ The choice of a bamboo floor is quickly gaining popularity for both commercial 
														and household use, especially in North America. Stronger and denser than many 
														hardwood floors, a bamboo floor is highly resistant to moisture. It has been 
														discovered as a brilliant alternative to traditional hardwood flooring. A 
														bamboo floor is also very easy and cost effective to install and maintain. ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - Bamboo Flooring Dos and Don'ts</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Beautiful, long-lasting, and environmentally-friendly bamboo flooring can enliven any interior with 
							unique attractiveness as well as practicality. Bamboo flooring is unique in 
							appearance, and is easy to clean. As such, you will gain both the time it would 
							take to maintain many other types of flooring, as well as the many compliments 
							you�ll receive from visitors! Here are some of the details to consider when 
							thinking about bamboo flooring.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - What Are the Different Cuts of Bamboo and How Are They Processed?</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Bamboo wood floors are available in two different cuts, vertical and 
							horizontal.The terms �vertical� and �horizontal� refer to the manner in which 
							bamboo strips are laminated together to make <b>bamboo wood floors</b>.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - A Bamboo Floor Installation</title>
<description><![CDATA[ A bamboo floor installation is not much different from standard hardwood floor 
							installation, with a few possible variations. Some of the most important steps 
							in the installation take place before putting in the bamboo floor. Here are a 
							few guidelines:
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - How is Bamboo Floor Installed (Detailed Version)</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>Bamboo wood floor installation</b> is not much different from standard 
							hardwood floor installation. For homeowners, the primary motivation for doing <b>bamboo 
								wood floor installation</b> is to save money. It can be installed in half 
							the cost by doing it yourself.Installing a bamboo floor can be an easy weekend 
							project.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - Where Should Bamboo Wood Flooring Be/Not Be Installed?</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Bamboo wood is a versatile and tough flooring product. It is decorative, useful 
												and globally popular. Bamboo wood flooring is not only meant for laying 
												aesthetically beautiful floors but also has multiple uses in construction, from 
												building exterior rafters and walls, to doors and roofing tiles.
											 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - What Are the Different Colors of Bamboo And How Are They Processed?</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Bamboo flooring is a popular alternative to the traditional wood floor. Bamboo 
							floors are usually offered in two main colors. The first is the light-honey 
							blonde shade (known as �natural�), which reflects bamboo�s original color, 
							along with its beautiful grain, growth patterns and joints.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - Keeping Bamboo Floors Clean</title>
<description><![CDATA[ All that is required to maintain <b>bamboo floors </b>is frequent sweeping, and 
							keeping moisture levels to a minimum. Techniques for cleaning <b>bamboo floors</b>
							are almost the same as for other types of hardwood flooring. Bamboo also needs 
							fewer chemicals to clean or repair it, which is a plus for environmentally 
							friendly consumers.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - Environmental Benefits of Bamboo Flooring</title>
<description><![CDATA[ In an age of growing environmental concerns, bamboo flooring is the most 
							preferred choice for consumers looking for �green� building materials. Bamboo 
							flooring is the one of the most environmentally friendly flooring options you 
							can select for your home. As consumers are becoming more environmentally aware, 
							builders and developers are responding to these issues. They are turning to the 
							manufacturing of bamboo flooring.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - Colors of Bamboo Floors</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Along with choices in style you may wish to consider in bamboo flooring, there 
							is also the question of color. Bamboo flooring is available in two color 
							categories � natural and carbonized. The color is determined at the boiling 
							process. Natural bamboo appears in a creamy blonde color that is known to add a 
							touch of brightness to an interior. Carbonized bamboo is characterized by its 
							smoky, caramel hue which is the result of a longer boiling process which causes 
							the remaining starches in the bamboo to caramelize. It should be noted that by 
							the end of the respective boiling processes, the natural remains to be the 
							slightly harder bamboo flooring. The carbonization process which defines 
							carbonized bamboo reduces the bamboo�s hardness by about 30%. It must also be 
							noted that even though this is true, both colors of bamboo flooring can still 
							be classified as being as hard as some hardwood species.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - Bamboo Floors From Harvest to Flooring</title>
<description><![CDATA[ A common error some make about bamboo is that it is a type of hardwood. Not to 
							be confused with common associations of many species of grass, bamboo is 
							actually a type of grass which matures into a material that can rival the 
							hardness of maple! Being well adapted to the environment in which bamboo 
							commonly grows, each bamboo plant thrives in areas of fair to poor soil 
							quality, and still remains to be one of the fastest growing plants in the 
							world. Controlled harvesting of the bamboo plant has very little impact on each 
							individual stalk, which will continue to grow long after harvesting. This is 
							what makes bamboo such a renewable source of flooring material, and why it is 
							often associated with environmentally minded choices for flooring. The fact 
							that it is such a uniquely attractive flooring option makes bamboo flooring an 
							extremely beneficial choice for your own interior environment!
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - Questions to Ask When Buying a Bamboo Floor</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>What type species of bamboo is used? </b>
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - Why Bamboo Floors Are Becoming a Preferred Choice</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Bamboo floors have recently become increasingly famous as a flooring option. And even though bamboo flooring is not made of wood, bamboo has tremendous potential as a flooring resource. It is durable, tough and environmentally friendly, and thus has become an alternative to other types of wood floors. Here are the answers to the six most important questions about why bamboo floors are becoming the choice of homeowners.  ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - Five Reasons to Choose Bamboo Flooring</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Once you decide to decorate your home with a real wood floor instead of tiles, 
							linoleum, laminate or carpet, the next important step is choosing the right 
							wood flooring. This is no small decision and must involve a lot of material 
							evaluation.
						 ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - A Quick Guide to Bamboo Floor Installation Preparation</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>
															Tips on Getting the Best Results Out of  Bamboo Hardwood Flooring</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - Bamboo Wood Flooring is a Durable and Beautiful Flooring Option</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>What to Know About Bamboo Wood Floors</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - The Business of Cleaning Bamboo Floors</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Keep Your Bamboo Wood Flooring Looking Great... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - Advances in Flooring:  Engineered Bamboo Flooring</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Engineered bamboo flooring is topped with a layer of real bamboo, which is
													 bound to a backing layer.  Usually it is an 8-ply base, but the higher 
													 the ply count of an engineered bamboo floor, the more stable it is in terms 
													 of expansion and contraction due to moisture.  
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<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - Engineered Bamboo Wood Flooring Advantages</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Bamboo floors that deliver on versatility as well as look
Engineered bamboo wood flooring is a type of flooring that is made up of a bamboo top layer laminated to multiple layers of fiberboard.  All layers are then bound to a backing layer.  This type of flooring is suitable for property owners looking for versatility and functionality when it comes to flooring without sacrificing beauty.  
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<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - The Look and Strength of Hardwood for Less:  Strand Woven Bamboo Flooring</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>
Hardwood Gets Some Competition From Bamboo Flooring</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - Bamboo Flooring Installation -  Preparation</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Installing bamboo flooring need not be the headache that it is thought out to be. Following these straightforward installation instructions will assure you of a fuss-free bamboo floor installation which will maximize the enjoyment of your bamboo flooring.
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<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - Bamboo Flooring - The Beauty of Bamboo</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Bamboo stands out as a practical flooring option due to its durability and reliability.  Not only that,  the beauty of bamboo radiates all throughout the room to give an interior the warmth that consumers want.  The colors and styles of bamboo flooring make it an attractive and versatile flooring option for everyone.
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<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - Taking Care of Your Bamboo Floor</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Bamboo is an easy-to-maintain material that only needs regular sweeping and keeping moisture levels down to a minimum.  
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<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - Bamboo Flooring - Why Bamboo is a Great Choice</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Many kinds of flooring options have sprung up over the years, some being the product of fairly new technology.  Classic flooring options like hardwood are giving way to products like bamboo flooring, which is gaining popularity because of its inherent strength and durability, and as viable alternative to traditional hardwood flooring.
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<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - Methods of Installing Bamboo Floors</title>
<description><![CDATA[ There are three methods of installing a bamboo floor. Proceed according to instructions, depending on the method you choose.
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<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - Tools For Bamboo Flooring Installation</title>
<description><![CDATA[ When preparing for a bamboo flooring installation, or any type of flooring installation for that matter, make sure to have your tools on hand to help facilitate installation. The basic materials that you should have when conducting a bamboo flooring installation are:  ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - Unfinished Bamboo Flooring is the Natural Choice for Floors</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>Why Natural Bamboo Hardwood is Becoming a Prime Flooring Option</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - Bamboo:The "Green" Flooring Option</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Bamboo's popularity stems from its inherent durability, which is comparable to if not exceeding that of many hardwoods. This is not to mention the beautiful grain that bamboo exhibits.  These days, it is gaining yet more popularity because of its environmentally-friendly qualities too.
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<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - From the Forest to Your Floor: How Bamboo Flooring Is Harvested and Manufactured</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Bamboo is flooring choice of the environmentally conscious for its sustainability.  It�s also a very beautiful material that exhibits a unique grain pattern.  The bamboo flooring we see in the stores have come a long way from the delicate-looking yet absolutely sturdy plants that were harvested in forests or plantations.  The bamboo undergoes many steps in order to be the highly prized bamboo flooring installed in homes.
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<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - The Care and Maintenance of Bamboo Floors</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Bamboo flooring, or any kind of flooring for that matter, lasts as long as the kind of care and maintenance it receives.  Bamboo, though a very durable and low-maintenance flooring option, still needs some care (though this is not time-consuming) in order to keep it in top shape.  
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<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - Bamboo Flooring Colors</title>
<description><![CDATA[ The popularity of bamboo can be traced to the warmth it brings to a room, courtesy of the warm colors which bamboo floors are available in.  There are two common colors: Natural and Carbonized. ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - A Container Does It:  Sharing Bamboo With The World</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Shipping containers play a very integral role in letting people all over the world experience the joy of having bamboo flooring. Delivery of materials by the container across ports worldwide meet the rising demand for sustainable flooring all over the world.  Bamboo flooring is usually shipped using 20-ft containers, which can hold your flooring orders and much more.   ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - Bamboo, An Environmentally-Conscious Flooring Material</title>
<description><![CDATA[ The delicate yet majestic bamboo plant has become a popular flooring option in these increasingly environmentally-conscious times.  
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<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - Bamboo Flooring Is A Sustainable and Family-Friendly Material</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>
An Innovative Flooring Material That Also Fits Your Budget</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - Know Your Floors:  Some Facts You Should Know About Bamboo Flooring</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>The Lowdown on "Green" Bamboo Floors</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - Why Choose Bamboo Flooring: The Benefits of Bamboo Floors</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>Reasons Why Bamboo Floors are a Fantastic Flooring Investment</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - Choose Bamboo Flooring For Your Flooring Project</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Ecologically-friendly options are now available for homeowners who would like to 
										use materials that have less of an impact in the environment. Bamboo flooring 
										is counted among one of the most environmentally friendly flooring materials 
										available on the market today. This gives homeowners the option of having the 
										beautiful floors they want while still doing their share of helping the 
										environment.
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<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - Want Bamboo Floors?  Here Is A Quick Bamboo Flooring Installation Guide</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Embarking on a bamboo flooring installation project?  Read on to get some tips and tricks to ensure the success of your bamboo flooring installation.
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<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - Bamboo Flooring Basics:  What You Need to Know About Bamboo Floors</title>
<description><![CDATA[ In various cultures around the world, bamboo has been used for thousands of years as scaffolding, flooring, structural foundations, among others.  It has proven itself to be a dependably building material that also has the added plus of being easy to harvest and abundant.  In the Western world, bamboo has been touted to be a fine material for floors, being at the forefront of green building materials and the green building revolution.  Bamboo flooring is the most well-known of the environmentally friendly flooring products and has been featured in many publications touting its qualities.
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<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - Beneficial Renewable Building Materials:  Green Flooring Products For The Home</title>
<description><![CDATA[ What makes a building earn a place among the green flooring materials out there?  What qualities must it have in order to be considered friendly to the environment?  These are the questions that we will answer below.
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<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - Looking for Bamboo Floors?  Here's What to Look For</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>Find Bamboo Floors that Give You Comfort, Style, and Strength </b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - Great Tips for Green Floors: Select the Right Environmentally Friendly Flooring Now</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>Basic Green Floors Know-How</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - The Responsible Homeowner:  Going for Green Building Materials and Flooring Products</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>What To Look for When Buying Green Flooring Products</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Bamboo Flooring Articles - Carbonized Bamboo Flooring: Rich Dark Bamboo Floors For Your Enjoyment</title>
<description><![CDATA[ <b>Even Bamboo Floors Have a Dark Side</b>... ]]></description>
<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Cork Flooring Articles - Introduction to Cork Flooring</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Cork gives you the a great solution for low-maintenance flooring; beautiful to look at, easy to care for, and soft and warm to touch. Cork flooring is durable enough to handle all kinds of traffic i.e. pets, children, and the elderly.  It is fashionable and insulates against sound, noise and temperature change.  An extremely durable flooring material, cork flooring has outstanding moisture and heat resistance and resists cracking.  And above all, your cork flooring will be the most comfortable floor you will ever walk on.
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<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Cork Flooring Articles - Advantages of Cork Floors - Part 1</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Cork floors have been used in commercial and public areas for decades. Some 
										advantages of cork floors are their durability, ability to reduce sound travel, 
										to keep warmth in and cold out, to reduce the presence of allergens. They are 
										easy to care for and very comfortable under your feet. Additionally, in the 
										past few years of technological advancements, cork has become one of the most 
										beautiful and reliable flooring materials available. There is more to it when 
										we talk about the advantages of cork floors, and here is a detailed description 
										to help you decide. Have a look!
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<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Cork Flooring Articles - Advantages of Cork Floors - Part 2</title>
<description><![CDATA[ A list of advantages you can expect to enjoy when you install cork floors includes the following:
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<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Cork Flooring Articles - Cork - Composition and Production</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Cork flooring is manufactured from cork which is a natural product. There is no man made material that can match cork, nor is one likely to replace it. Cork flooring is very resilient. It possesses a unique ability to adapt to various climatic conditions as well as hold up under the highest traffic.
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<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Cork Flooring Articles - Preparing to Install Cork Flooring</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Only proper installation can ensure a completely satisfying experience with 
							cork flooring. Most of the time when problems arise with cork flooring, it is 
							about improper installation and not about the product itself. Use of unsuitable 
							adhesives, improper application, poor subfloor preparation or simply ignoring 
							the manufacturer�s instructions can lead to a troublesome flooring 
							installation. Therefore, it is very important to follow the manufacturer�s 
							recommendations and make sure that you follow every minute detail while 
							performing the installation procedure yourself.
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<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Cork Flooring Articles - Cork Installation - Subfloor Preparation and Types</title>
<description><![CDATA[ The key to a successful cork floor installation is to achieve a good bond 
							between the subfloor and the flooring.
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<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Cork Flooring Articles - Cork Floor Installation - Applying Adhesive and Installing Cork Tiles</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Commonly recommended adhesives for installing cork are �water-based contact cement� adhesives which are known to be amongst the most reliable and effective. Cork is a porous material and allows the water in the adhesive to evaporate, creating a strong bond.  Moreover, contact cement is easily available in nearly every hardware store. 
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<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Cork Flooring Articles - Benefits of a Cork Floor</title>
<description><![CDATA[ A cork floor is now among the preferred flooring materials for people looking 
							for quality and beauty. It works exclusively well at both residential and 
							commercial locations. Superior elasticity, warmth, softness and insulation 
							features added with aesthetics become the main factors why you may want a cork 
							floor in your home or office. Here is a selected list of the benefits a cork 
							floor has to offer:
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<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Cork Flooring Articles - Cleaning Cork Floors</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Cleaning cork floors once they are installed is a very easy job. Just some 
							prevention followed with regular sweeping and mopping the floor will do the 
							job. Cleaning cork floors requires no special equipment, tools or harsh 
							chemicals. This is an additional way of how cork floors are environmentally 
							friendly in their usage too. Here are the basic steps for cleaning cork floors 
							when newly installed and afterwards too:
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<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Cork Flooring Articles - Maintaining your Cork Floors</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Cork floors are the easiest floor covering to maintain. Standard maintenance 
							and regular cleaning can easily keep your cork floors beautiful and long 
							lasting. Only some protective measures are required. Here are the suggestions:
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<pubDate>May 15, 2009</pubDate>
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<item><title>BuildDirect - Cork Flooring Articles - All about Cork Flooring Usage</title>
<description><![CDATA[ Cork flooring is known as a practical, comfortable and decorative floor 
							covering. It has the potential to last for many years in locations which endure 
							very heavy foot traffic like government and public buildings. Besides being a 
							naturally durable and tough material, cork flooring also 