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Exotic Hardwood Flooring Color Changes: Plan on it
June 20 | 2 min read | BuildDirect
Color changes in many species of exotic hardwood flooring are a reality, but not necessarily a limitation. An interior design approach can actually become very four-dimensional when you factor in that extra dimension - the passage of time. read more
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Hardwood Floor Finish- Scratching the Surface
May 12 | 2 min read | BuildDirect
Hi all, Possibly the most common question I get from customers is “will these floors scratch?”. Of course, the answer is a big fat yes. Keep in mind that even concrete will scratch if enough pressure is placed on... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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Should I Glue or Should I Float??
April 24 | < 1 | BuildDirect
Hi all, Customers often ask that I weigh the pros and cons of gluing down of floating over a concrete sub floor. So here we go…. Glue Down: A glue down installation is generally considered a more tedious method... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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March 03 | < 1 | BuildDirect
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... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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What is a laminate flooring AC rating?
February 27 | < 1 | BuildDirect
Most European laminate flooring manufacturers belong to the Association of European producers of Laminate Flooring (EPLF) in the US is the North American Laminate Floor Association (NALFA). This cooperative effort was formed to develop industry standards and provide consumers... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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Value of Various Decking Materials- P/T, Cedar, Composites, PVC and Hardwoods
February 25 | < 1 | BuildDirect
What factors go into deciding “what decking material should I use?” The big factor is usually price and performance. With cost being a big factor the pressure treated woods are usually used on the underside, readily available in most... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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February 18 | 2 min read | BuildDirect
Laminate flooring is manufactured to exacting standards for long life and lasting beauty. Following these simple procedures for its care and maintenance will ensure many years of pride and satisfaction. Routine Cleaning. Simply dust mop or vacuum with a... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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What are the advantages of laminate flooring over those of solid hardwood flooring?
February 12 | < 1 | BuildDirect
One obvious advantage is that of price; laminate flooring is typically half the cost of traditional hardwood flooring. Sometimes the savings are even greater, depending on the types of flooring in question. Additionally, laminate flooring is designed to be... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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Laminate flooring installation over an existing floor
February 05 | < 1 | BuildDirect
Laminate flooring must be installed over a sub floor which is clean smooth and leveled.Laminate can be installed over existing hardwood floors installed over a wooden subfloor without a vapor barrier. Hardwood installed over a concrete floor must be... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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Can I lay my stone over an existing floor?
January 10 | < 1 | BuildDirect
I was asked a question recently that I think crosses the mind of many home renovators. Can I lay my stone tiles on top of the linoleum that is already in my kitchen? This is an interesting question, and... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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How Does Engineered Hardwood do it?
January 09 | < 1 | BuildDirect
So, how does it do it? An engineered floor has a top wear layer of real hardwood so it’s appearance once installed is indistinguishable from a traditional solid hardwood floor. This top layer determines the ultimate appearance of your... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...