Care & Maintenance
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Natural Stone Cleaner: Are You Using the Right Product?
March 04 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
Using natural stone can make any room of your home look more beautiful, but it also needs the proper care and cleaning to keep it looking new. If you’re not sure about which natural stone cleaner to use, there... read more3 min read
Caring For Your New Floors When You Have a Dog
January 22 | 3 min read | BuildDirect
Choosing the right flooring will ultimately depend on personal preference of what you think is more visually appealing, but you should also consider your dog’s needs too. Some dogs will struggle to walk on more slippery laminate flooring or... read more4 min read
Caring for Composite Decking in Winter
October 30 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
Outdoor spaces have a way of making any home feel larger while providing an inviting area for family and friends to gather. When you live in climates that experience extreme heat or extremely cold temperatures, finding the ideal decking... read more4 min read
The Best Eco-Friendly Floor Cleaner for Porcelain
August 21 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
You’ll find numerous tile cleaners at your local grocery store, and if you peruse the shelves of big-box stores, you’ll find all manner of specialty tile cleaners that’ll cost you at least an arm. The best eco-friendly floor cleaner for... read more4 min read
Why Do You Need Distressed Hardwood Flooring?
March 26 | 4 min read | admin
It can be tough to wade through the mountain of choices you have when it comes to distressed hardwood flooring for your new home or renovation. You can achieve almost any look with wood floors, which are timeless, durable, and... read more4 min read
Checklist for Bringing Home a New Puppy
March 04 | 4 min read | admin
Monday, March 23rd is National Puppy Day in the United States. While there’s nothing more adorable than a brand new puppy romping around your living room, adding a pet to your family is a great responsibility as well. You... read more3 min read
How to Maintain Your Hardwood Flooring
March 03 | 3 min read | David Montagliani
Hardwood floors are an investment that, when properly cared for, can endure for generations. It’s not uncommon to see intricate, prewar parquet or turn-of-the-century unfinished hardwood in preserved and historic homes. These 100-plus-year-old examples are exceptional, yes, but they’re... read more4 min read
The Best Types of Vacuums for Your Floor
January 02 | 4 min read | admin
Does it feel like your floors aren’t really clean even after you’ve vacuumed? You may be using the wrong tool for the job. There are actually several different types of vacuums that have been designed with a particular type... read more4 min read
Five Tips for Protecting Your Floors This Holiday Season
December 19 | 4 min read | admin
Whether you’re welcoming family for a holiday dinner or you’re inviting friends over for a big party to ring in the new year, you’ll want to make sure your home is ready for company. You’ve already cleaned up the... read more4 min read
How to Prevent Your Hardwood Floors From Fading
September 02 | 4 min read | admin
Do you want to keep your floors looking perfect for years to come? Damaging ultraviolet (UV) rays from sunlight cause around 40 percent of fading inside your home. Visible light and infrared light from the sun can also do... read more4 min read
3 Annoying Floor Sounds and What They Mean
April 18 | 4 min read | admin
If you have hardwood, engineered wooden flooring, or wood laminate floors in your home, you might notice some unusual sounds coming from them. Discover the three most common annoying floor sounds you might hear in your home and what... read more3 min read
4 Tips to Preparing Your Wood Deck for Spring
March 15 | 3 min read | BuildDirect
Your wood deck is ready for action. Here are some key tasks in preparing your wood deck for a new season, with some ideas decking material maintenance, deck lighting, and other accessories. *** Spring is almost here, and that... read more