https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/why-choose-solid-hardwood-flooring-for-your-home 2023-09-19T14:46:04-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/15274459_oaksuperior.jpeg-1695148477979_f99ecac1-c5f1-46e9-bf4d-6c18e7e4631c.jpg?v=1695159963 Why Choose Solid Hardwood Flooring for Your Home https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-stop-your-vinyl-plank-flooring-from-buckling 2024-02-16T13:26:46-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/blogarticle-how-to-stop-your-vinyl-plank-flooring-from-buckling-1695418291920.jpg?v=1708118806 How to Stop Your Vinyl Plank Flooring from Buckling Vinyl Plank Flooring https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-fix-scratches-on-your-vinyl-plank-flooring 2024-02-16T13:35:16-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/blogarticle-how-to-fix-scratches-on-your-vinyl-plank-flooring-1695419412669_0c1b443c-b11c-4cd2-95df-dca6c25da11a.jpg?v=1708119315 How to Fix Scratches on Your Vinyl Plank Flooring Child and cat on a luxury vinyl floor https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/vinyl-vs-laminate-whats-the-difference 2024-02-16T13:39:52-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/blogarticle-vinyl-flooring-laminate-flooring_-whats-the-difference_-1695420098910_cf7f3a2d-a42e-4901-a721-65d857a6e3ed.jpg?v=1708119591 Vinyl Flooring vs. Laminate Flooring: What’s the Difference? Kitchen with a beautiful floor https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-fix-scratches-on-engineered-hardwood-floors 2024-02-16T13:43:22-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/blogarticle-how-to-fix-scratches-on-engineered-hardwood-floors-1696358857848_c46a4a7b-86ff-4b0e-9d60-d264cc811c2d.jpg?v=1708119802 How to Fix Scratches on Engineered Hardwood Floors Kitchen with engineered hardwood floor https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-prep-a-subfloor-for-luxury-vinyl-flooring 2024-02-16T14:15:27-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/blogarticle-how-to-prep-a-subfloor-for-luxury-vinyl-flooring-1696359019444.jpg?v=1708121726 How to Prep a Subfloor for Luxury Vinyl Flooring A room with luxury vinyl flooring being installed https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-clean-luxury-vinyl-plank-flooring 2024-02-16T14:18:00-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/blogarticle-how-to-clean-luxury-vinyl-plank-flooring-1696359153909.jpg?v=1708121879 How to Clean Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring Luxury vinyl floor being swept https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/luxury-vinyl-plank-flooring-glue-down-vs-floating 2024-02-16T14:20:04-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/blogarticle-vinyl-plank-flooring_-glue-down-vs.-floating-1696359234525.jpg?v=1708122003 Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring: Glue Down vs. Floating Living room with a luxury vinyl plank floor https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/what-is-the-best-direction-to-lay-plank-flooring 2024-02-16T14:21:31-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/blogarticle-what-is-the-best-direction-to-lay-plank-flooring_-1696359347695.jpg?v=1708122091 What Is the Best Direction to Lay Plank Flooring? Living room with plank flooring https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-remove-wax-buildup-from-your-hardwood-floors 2024-02-16T14:23:34-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/blogarticle-how-to-remove-wax-buildup-on-your-hardwood-floors-1696359532174.jpg?v=1708122214 How to Remove Wax Buildup From Your Hardwood Floors Bedroom with a hardwood floor https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-clean-vinyl-flooring-after-installation 2024-02-16T14:50:41-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/blogarticle-how-to-clean-vinyl-flooring-after-installation-1696359846956.jpg?v=1708123841 How to Clean Vinyl Flooring After Installation Living room with a luxury vinyl floor https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/4-tips-on-how-to-recover-your-water-damaged-floor 2024-02-16T14:25:27-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/blogarticle-4-tips-on-how-to-recover-your-water-damaged-floor-1696359684670.jpg?v=1708122326 4 Tips on How to Recover Your Water-Damaged Floor Floor covered with water https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/different-types-of-floor-sanders-and-their-uses 2024-02-16T14:29:23-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/blogarticle-different-types-of-floor-sanders-and-their-uses-1696359772199_cd500758-268a-4a82-9902-c30388bba470.jpg?v=1708122562 Different Types of Floor Sanders and Their Uses Floor being sanded https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-fix-gaps-in-your-hardwood-flooring 2024-02-16T14:52:35-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/blogarticle-how-to-fix-gaps-in-your-hardwood-flooring-1696360100582.jpg?v=1708123955 How to Fix Gaps in Your Hardwood Flooring Hardwood flooring being cleaned https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-match-wood-flooring-with-wall-colors 2024-02-16T14:54:13-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/blogarticle-how-to-match-wood-flooring-with-wall-colors-1696360211551.jpg?v=1708124052 How to Match Wood Flooring with Wall Colors Someone comparing color swatches to a piece of flooring https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-remove-scratches-and-dents-from-hardwood-flooring 2024-02-16T15:36:13-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/blogarticle-how-to-remove-scratches-and-dents-from-hardwood-flooring-1696360674144.jpg?v=1708126572 How to Remove Scratches and Dents from Hardwood Flooring Dog playing with a plant it has tipped over onto the floor https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-avoid-repeat-patterns-in-flooring 2024-02-16T15:59:25-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/blogarticle-how-to-avoid-repeat-patterns-in-flooring-1696360812852.jpg?v=1708127964 How to Avoid Repeat Patterns in Flooring Floor in bedroom https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-choose-the-perfect-hardwood-flooring-underlayment 2024-02-16T16:05:38-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/blogarticle-how-to-choose-the-perfect-hardwood-flooring-underlayment-1696360921783.jpg?v=1708128337 How to Choose the Perfect Hardwood Flooring Underlayment Flooring being installed https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/mdf-wood-vs-hdf-wood-how-are-they-different 2024-02-16T16:06:53-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/blogarticle-mdf-wood-vs-hdf-wood_-how-are-they-different_-1696361026920.jpg?v=1708128412 MDF Wood vs HDF Wood: How are They Different? Living room floor https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-glue-down-your-vinyl-plank-flooring 2024-04-03T14:02:58-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/blogarticle-how-to-glue-down-your-vinyl-plank-flooring-1696361236908_235a7de2-1e69-4334-8044-2bf8369a05bd.jpg?v=1712178177 How to Glue Down Your Vinyl Plank Flooring https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/repairing-a-damaged-laminate-floor 2024-04-03T14:40:13-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/blogarticle-repairing-a-damaged-laminate-floor-1696361340469_21f0435d-e374-465c-afd2-2134625df3d1.jpg?v=1712180412 Repairing a Damaged Laminate Floor Cracked Laminate Floor https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/sound-transmission-and-flooring-types 2024-04-03T15:33:06-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/blogarticle-sound-transmission-and-flooring-types-1696361452568_c5b83760-4912-4b13-8ddb-3e10a1df6424.jpg?v=1712183585 Sound Transmission and Flooring Types Living room with a beautiful floor https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-soundproof-your-hardwood-floors 2024-04-03T15:38:13-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/blogarticle-how-to-soundproof-your-hardwood-floors-1696361530587_0518edec-5950-4399-843f-9d0803039ba4.jpg?v=1712183893 How to Soundproof Your Hardwood Floors Room with a beautiful wood-look floor https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/the-pros-and-cons-of-brazilian-cherry-hardwood-floors 2024-04-03T15:52:40-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/blogarticle-the-pros-and-cons-of-brazilian-cherry-hardwood-floors-1696361712151_be988654-b264-4f52-8996-020b66495ba8.jpg?v=1712184759 The Pros and Cons of Brazilian Cherry Hardwood Floors Exotic Hardwood Floor https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/what-to-know-about-luxury-vinyl-wear-layer 2026-09-03T11:31:42-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/blogarticle-what-to-know-about-luxury-vinyl-wear-layer-1696362073684_69fc0693-b6c9-41c7-8f0d-850aa7edf1de.jpg?v=1787875253 LVP Wear Layers Explained: 6 Mil vs. 12 Mil vs. 20 Mil vs. 40 Mil Beautiful luxury vinyl floor https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/transition-flooring-from-the-kitchen-to-the-living-room 2024-04-03T15:55:06-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/blogarticle-flooring-transition-from-the-kitchen-to-the-living-room-1-1696361915019.jpg?v=1712184905 Transition Flooring from the Kitchen to the Living Room Kitchen and dining room with beautiful wood floors https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/what-are-laminate-floors-and-why-are-they-gaining-in-popularity 2023-11-23T12:59:05-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/blogbanner-laminateflooring-2-1700772092786_9df2451f-b05c-4a09-8ab3-2785df5bc39c.jpg?v=1700773144 What are Laminate Floors and Why Are they Gaining in Popularity? The Victoria Collection Laminate Floor in a Sea Salt style https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/why-choose-builddirect-instead-of-big-box-retailers-for-your-flooring-needs 2024-04-03T16:17:07-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/whychoosebuilddirect.jpg?v=1712186227 Why Choose BuildDirect Instead of Big Box Retailers for Your Flooring Needs https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-deal-with-3-common-vinyl-flooring-problems 2024-04-29T13:39:50-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/why-choose-laminate-flooring-for-your-home_-1.jpg?v=1714423190 How to Deal with 3 Common Vinyl Flooring Problems A person inspecting a floor for issues, Guide on addressing vinyl flooring problems. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/vinyl-versus-laminate-flooring-with-pets 2024-04-29T13:43:41-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/vinyl-versus-laminate-flooring-with-pets_2599f872-78b2-4e29-8543-7dce1265cfdc.jpg?v=1714423420 Vinyl Versus Laminate Flooring with Pets A dog eating a meal from a bowl on the floor showcasing pet-friendly flooring https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/solid-wood-vs-engineered-hardwood-how-are-they-different 2024-04-29T14:54:54-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/blog-solidwoodvsengineeredhardwood.jpg?v=1714427693 Solid Wood vs Engineered Hardwood: How Are They Different? Image of two people working on a wood flooring project, illustrating the contrasting features of solid wood and engineered hardwood. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-prepare-a-wood-sub-floor 2024-05-31T10:43:44-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/wood-sub-floor.jpg?v=1717177424 How to Prepare a Wood Sub-Floor Two men preparing a wood sub-floor before flooring installation. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/why-choose-laminate-flooring-for-your-home 2025-11-10T13:15:42-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/why-choose-laminate-flooring-for-your-home.jpg?v=1762809342 Why Choose Laminate Flooring for Your Home? A contemporary living room with the laminate floors https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/the-pros-and-cons-of-installing-laminate-flooring-in-the-kitchen 2024-04-29T16:59:54-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/installing-laminate-flooring-in-the-kitchen.jpg?v=1714435193 The Pros and Cons of Installing Laminate Flooring in the Kitchen Kitchen featuring laminate flooring https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/should-you-tile-over-vinyl-flooring 2024-04-29T13:47:21-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/should-you-tile-over-vinyl-flooring.jpg?v=1714423640 Should You Tile Over Vinyl Flooring? Image of a man laying tile over vinyl flooring https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/the-best-floors-for-your-entryway 2024-04-29T13:51:04-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/the-best-floors-for-your-entryway.jpg?v=1714423864 The Best Floors For Your Entryway Stylish and durable flooring options for your entryway https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/your-complete-guide-to-flooring-transition-strips 2024-04-29T13:45:57-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/your-complete-guide-to-flooring-transition-strips_27ff6828-3ff6-4a73-acd5-b88886423399.jpg?v=1714423557 Your Complete Guide To Flooring Transition Strips Example of flooring transition strips: vinyl floor and white tile. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-nail-down-hardwood-flooring 2024-04-29T14:01:05-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/nail-down-hardwood-flooring.jpg?v=1714424465 How to Nail Down Hardwood Flooring Decision-making on hardwood flooring for your home. Nail Down Hardwood Flooring. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-install-vinyl-plank-flooring-on-stairs 2024-04-29T14:02:41-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/vinyl-plank-flooring-on-stairs.jpg?v=1714424560 How to Install Vinyl Plank Flooring on Stairs Wood floor staircase highlighting Vinyl Plank Flooring on Stairs. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/waterproof-vs-water-resistant-flooring-whats-the-difference 2024-04-29T14:06:43-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/waterproof-vs.-water-resistant.jpg?v=1714424803 Waterproof vs. Water Resistant Flooring: What’s the Difference? Wooden floor featuring waterproof and water-resistant wooden planks https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-install-hardwood-flooring-on-stairs 2024-04-29T14:08:17-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/how-to-install-hardwood-on-stairs.jpg?v=1714424896 How to Install Hardwood Flooring On Stairs A stairway showcasing the elegance of hardwood on stairs https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-fix-peaking-or-buckling-hardwood-floors 2024-04-29T14:09:47-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/peaking-or-buckling-hardwood-floors.jpg?v=1714424986 How to Fix Peaking or Buckling Hardwood Floors Image of a kitchen with fixed buckled hardwood floors https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-fix-gaps-in-hardwood-flooring 2024-04-29T14:12:20-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/flooring-gap.jpg?v=1714425140 How to Fix Gaps in Hardwood Flooring A close-up of a wooden floor. The image showcases the hardwood floor gaps. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/the-best-high-humidity-flooring-options 2024-04-29T14:21:55-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/high-humidity-flooring-options.jpg?v=1714425715 The Best High Humidity Flooring Options A modern bathroom with a large tub and walk-in shower. Explore high humidity flooring options to safeguard your floors from moisture damage. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/whats-better-for-your-project-tile-or-hardwood 2024-04-29T14:23:55-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/tile-or-hardwood_-1.jpg?v=1714425834 What’s Better for Your Project: Tile or Hardwood? An image showing the contrast between tile and hardwood flooring choices https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/wood-flooring-issues-delamination 2024-05-31T10:27:54-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/wood-flooring-issues_-delamination.jpg?v=1717176466 Wood Flooring Issues: Delamination Close-up of a floor with visible delamination. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/what-is-rigid-core-stone-plastic-composite-vinyl-flooring 2025-11-10T13:19:15-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/what-is-spc-rigid-core-vinyl-flooring.jpg?v=1762809554 What is Rigid Core Stone Plastic Composite Vinyl Flooring? A kitchen with featuring a vinyl flooring https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-remove-nail-polish-from-your-hardwood-flooring 2024-04-29T14:27:47-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/how-to-remove-nail-polish-from-your-hardwood-flooring.jpg?v=1714426066 How to Remove Nail Polish From Your Hardwood Flooring Mother and child having fun with nail polish https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/wood-flooring-issues-and-their-causes 2024-04-29T14:29:29-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/flooring-issues-and-their-causes.jpg?v=1714426168 Wood Flooring Issues and Their Causes A cat sitting on the floor next with a broken pot https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/what-is-radiant-floor-heating 2024-04-29T14:31:00-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/radiant-floor-heating.jpg?v=1714426260 What is Radiant Floor Heating? Radiant floor heating system under flooring https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/kitchen-flooring-vinyl-or-laminate 2024-04-29T14:32:23-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/kitchen-flooring_-vinyl-or-laminate.jpg?v=1714426342 Kitchen Flooring: Vinyl or Laminate? White cabinets and wood flooring in a trendy kitchen. Choose between vinyl or laminate! https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/building-a-deck-on-sloped-ground 2024-04-29T14:39:31-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/building-a-deck-on-sloped-ground.jpg?v=1714426770 Building a Deck on Sloped Ground Image featuring a modern summer deck https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/bamboo-flooring-vs-engineered-hardwood-what-you-need-to-know 2024-04-29T14:41:57-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/bamboo-flooring_240c2310-c05d-4aaf-a299-bfd177a7b30a.jpg?v=1714426917 Bamboo Flooring vs Engineered Hardwood: What You Need to Know Image featuring our Varuna bamboo flooring https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-fix-squeaky-floors-once-and-for-all 2024-04-29T14:43:50-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/squeaky-floors.jpg?v=1714427029 How to Fix Squeaky Floors Once and For All walks on a squeaky floor, carrying a toy in its mouth. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/the-top-surface-finishes-for-hardwood-flooring 2024-04-29T14:45:47-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/top-surface-finishes-for-hardwood-flooring.jpg?v=1714427146 The Top Surface Finishes for Hardwood Flooring A man finishing a wood floor with an oil sealer https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-choose-a-non-toxic-hardwood-floor-finish 2024-04-29T14:48:58-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/hardwood-floor-finish.jpg?v=1714427337 How to Choose a Non-Toxic Hardwood Floor Finish Non-Toxic flooring finishing being applied https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/handscraped-hardwood-pros-and-cons 2024-04-29T14:50:42-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/handscraped-hardwood_407db166-8ee0-4201-9f91-acef9ad136aa.jpg?v=1714427441 Handscraped Hardwood: Pros and Cons Image showing a handscraped hardwood floor https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/what-is-the-best-season-to-install-hardwood-floors 2024-04-29T14:51:53-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/what-is-the-best-season-to-install-hardwood-floors.jpg?v=1714427512 What Is the Best Season to Install Hardwood Floors? Image showing our Westport hardwood floor https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/what-is-the-best-type-of-flooring-for-pets 2025-11-14T12:24:39-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/what-is-the-best-type-of-flooring-for-pets.jpg?v=1763151878 What is the Best Type of Flooring for Pets? Dog playing with a toy on the floor https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-care-for-engineered-hardwood-flooring 2025-01-07T09:47:41-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/how-to-care-for-engineered-hardwood-flooring.jpg?v=1736272060 How to Care for Engineered Hardwood Flooring coffee getting wiped up from spilled on a hardwood floor https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/can-you-install-engineered-hardwood-over-underfloor-heating 2024-04-29T14:53:17-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/can-you-install-engineered-hardwood-over-underfloor-heating_263b52ab-17ac-434a-8d50-397c012752e7.jpg?v=1714427596 Can You Install Engineered Hardwood Over Underfloor Heating? https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-install-laminate-flooring-around-doors 2024-05-31T10:45:54-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/laminate-flooring-around-doors.jpg?v=1717177553 How to Install Laminate Flooring Around Doors Contemporary home entrance with laminate floors https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/the-best-flooring-option-for-rental-properties 2024-05-31T11:02:54-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/15274853.jpg?v=1717178573 The Best Flooring Option for Rental Properties Image of a bedroom featuring our Autumn Affluent Wood-Look Waterproof Vinyl Plank Flooring https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/3-easy-step-by-step-diy-deck-projects 2024-05-31T11:03:50-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/3-easy-step-by-step-diy-deck-projects.jpg?v=1717178630 3 Easy Step-By-Step DIY Deck Projects A man fixing the discoloration of a deck https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-clean-your-deck-railings-and-keep-them-looking-new 2024-05-31T11:04:59-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/deck-railings.jpg?v=1717178699 How to Clean Your Deck Railings and Keep Them Looking New https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/the-5-ws-of-handscraped-hardwood 2024-05-31T11:45:11-07:00 weekly https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/kitchen-renovation-tips-should-you-install-floors-or-cabinets-first 2024-05-17T16:27:54-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/should-you-install-floors-or-cabinets-first.jpg?v=1715988473 Kitchen Renovation Tips: Should You Install Floors or Cabinets First? Fully renovated kitchen with a beautiful new floor. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-and-why-to-insulate-a-concrete-floor 2024-05-17T16:14:56-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/insulate-a-concrete-floor_05fc0eca-4bc4-42e5-9b87-1900bafe7193.jpg?v=1715987695 How (and Why) to Insulate a Concrete Floor https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-care-for-and-maintain-composite-decking 2024-05-31T10:44:55-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/composite-decking.jpg?v=1717177494 How to Care for and Maintain Composite Decking Large composite deck on a luxury home https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-replace-damaged-areas-of-hardwood-flooring 2024-05-31T11:01:20-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/how-to-replace-damaged-areas-of-hardwood-flooring.jpg?v=1717178480 How to Replace Damaged Areas of Hardwood Flooring Water spilled over a hardwood flooring, causing possible damages. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/what-is-cabin-grade-hardwood-flooring 2024-05-31T10:37:22-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/hardwood-flooring.jpg?v=1717177041 What is Cabin Grade Hardwood Flooring? Image showing different hardwood flooring options https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-repair-3-common-laminate-flooring-problems 2024-05-31T10:36:15-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/laminate-flooring-problems.jpg?v=1717176974 How to Repair 3 Common Laminate Flooring Problems laminate flooring with visible gaps that need repairing https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/what-is-acacia-hardwood 2024-05-31T10:35:16-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/acaciahardwood.jpg?v=1717176915 What is Acacia Hardwood? Room scene Featuring Our Acacia Handscraped Cognac Flooring https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/remodeling-costs-are-going-up-heres-how-to-get-the-best-flooring-deals-for-your-client 2024-05-31T10:32:06-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/remodeling-costs-are-going-up.jpg?v=1717176725 Remodeling Costs Are Going Up – Here’s How to Get the Best Flooring Deals for Your Client Two individuals working on a house remodel https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/what-is-vinyl-plank-flooring 2024-05-31T10:33:12-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/lavaux-coalharbor.jpg?v=1717176791 What Is Vinyl Plank Flooring? Room scene featuring our Lavaux vinyl flooring from the Coal Harbor collection https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/luxury-vinyl-plank-flooring-vs-wood-look-tiles 2024-05-30T13:44:45-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/vinyl-plank-flooring-vs.-wood-look-tiles.jpg?v=1717101884 Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring vs. Wood Look Tiles Top and bottom comparison image of vinyl plank flooring and wood-look tiles https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/what-is-the-best-flooring-option-for-a-rental-property 2024-06-12T12:51:42-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/best-flooring-option-for-a-rental-property-1_e4793dad-c24d-44d4-81ae-1062317366cc.jpg?v=1718221901 What is the Best Flooring Option for a Rental Property? room scene featuring our chard flooring from the Coal Harbour Collection https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/wood-decking-grades-and-terminology 2024-05-31T10:38:58-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/wood-decking-grades-and-terminology_410d153b-db94-4a11-aaf6-a7ac0ca032c6.jpg?v=1717177138 Wood Decking Grades and Terminology comparison of different wood with various grades https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/what-is-peaking-buckling-and-cupping-in-wood-floors 2024-05-17T16:31:12-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/what-is-peaking-buckling-and-cupping-in-wood-floors_24c323f8-bb8a-4a8e-ad80-ab101f5852a9.jpg?v=1715988672 What is Peaking, Buckling, and Cupping in Wood Floors? Buckled hardwood floor https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-repair-damaged-grout 2024-05-17T16:41:52-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/damaged-grout.jpg?v=1715989311 How to Repair Damaged Grout Tile with damaged grout. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/do-grout-pens-work 2024-05-30T13:17:26-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/do-grout-pens-work_b6c4e47f-6dfa-4820-918d-5a720c9d881e.jpg?v=1717100245 Do Grout Pens Work? A grout pen restoring the appearance of grout between tiles https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/frequently-asked-questions-about-decking-care-maintenance 2024-05-30T13:19:40-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/decking-care--maintenance.jpg?v=1717100380 Frequently Asked Questions about Decking Care & Maintenance properly maintained wooden deck on a sunny bright day https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/composite-decking-scratch-repair-tips 2024-05-30T13:24:22-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/composite-decking-scratch-repair-tips_7007c7d8-a929-48ac-9937-bcf37fe06dbd.jpg?v=1717100662 Composite Decking Scratch Repair Tips patio with brown composite decking and outdoor furniture https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-often-should-a-landlord-replace-carpet 2024-05-30T13:28:14-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/how-often-should-a-landlord-replace-carpet.jpg?v=1717100893 How Often Should a Landlord Replace Carpet? room scene of a living room with white carpets https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-install-interlocking-deck-tiles 2024-05-30T13:26:05-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/interlocking-deck-tiles.jpg?v=1717100765 How to Install Interlocking Deck Tiles wooden deck tiles being installed over grass https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-measure-your-room-for-carpeting 2024-05-30T13:30:03-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/how-to-measure-your-room-for-carpeting.jpg?v=1717101002 How To Measure Your Room For Carpeting Essential tools to measure a room before installing carpet in a room https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/deck-fascia-options-and-ideas 2024-05-30T13:31:18-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/deck-fascia-options-and-ideas-1.jpg?v=1717101077 Deck Fascia Options and Ideas finished deck with the finish touch of a deck fascia https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-is-porcelain-tile-rated-for-water-absorption 2024-05-30T13:39:19-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/porcelain-tile.jpg?v=1717101558 How is Porcelain Tile Rated for Water Absorption? modern bathroom with porcelain tile floors https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/what-are-the-best-shower-flooring-options 2024-05-30T13:40:38-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/what-are-the-best-shower-flooring-options.jpg?v=1717101638 What Are the Best Shower Flooring Options? modern bathroom and shower with marble and mosaic tiles https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/the-pros-and-cons-of-sealing-natural-stone 2024-05-30T13:41:45-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/natural-stone.jpg?v=1717101704 The Pros and Cons of Sealing Natural Stone outdoor patio with a fireplace and sealed natural stone https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-install-glue-down-vinyl-tile-flooring 2024-05-31T10:19:06-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/glue-down-vinyl-tile-flooring_a7c090d1-ed3f-4b0f-9b51-ebc7b17e96a3.jpg?v=1717175945 How to Install Glue Down Vinyl Tile Flooring A man installing glue down vinyl tile flooring https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-install-floating-hardwood-the-glue-seam-method 2024-05-31T10:29:01-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/best-flooring-option-for-a-rental-property.jpg?v=1717176540 How to Install Floating Hardwood – The Glue-Seam Method room scene featuring our Highland Grove from the Heritage collection https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-install-glue-down-hardwood-flooring 2024-05-31T10:30:29-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/glue-down-hardwood-flooring.jpg?v=1717176624 How to Install Glue Down Hardwood Flooring Image showing the glue down installation of a hardwood flooring https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-fix-a-squeaky-hardwood-floor 2024-05-31T11:42:27-07:00 weekly https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/the-history-of-hardwood-flooring 2024-06-12T11:59:30-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/the-history-of-hardwood-flooring.jpg?v=1718218769 The History of Hardwood Flooring room scene of a living room featuring our biscuit flooring from the Westport collection https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/whats-the-best-bamboo-floor-cleaner 2024-06-12T12:00:36-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/whats-the-best-bamboo-floor-cleaner.jpg?v=1718218835 What’s the Best Bamboo Floor Cleaner? bamboo floor getting cleaned with a microfiber mop https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/what-is-the-best-type-of-flooring-for-kids 2024-06-12T12:01:19-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/what-is-the-best-type-of-flooring-for-kids.jpg?v=1718218878 What is the Best Type of Flooring for Kids? two kids and a cat playing chess on the floor https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-is-hardwood-flooring-made 2024-06-12T12:06:23-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/how-is-hardwood-flooring-made.jpg?v=1718219173 How is Hardwood Flooring Made? Manufacturing line producing wood flooring https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-install-vinyl-flooring 2024-06-12T12:08:07-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/how-to-install-vinyl-flooring.jpg?v=1718219286 How to Install Vinyl Flooring Flooring expert installing vinyl flooring https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-care-for-laminate-floors 2024-06-12T12:52:03-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/how-to-care-for-laminate-floors.jpg?v=1718221922 How to Care for Laminate Floors laminate flooring being cleaned with a damp mop https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/the-pros-and-cons-of-white-wood-flooring 2024-06-12T12:52:52-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/the-pros-and-cons-of-white-wood-flooring.jpg?v=1718221971 The Pros and Cons of White Wood Flooring living room with our Domino white flooring from the ultimate collection https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-prevent-scratches-on-wood-floors 2024-06-12T12:53:37-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/how-to-prevent-scratches-on-wood-floors.jpg?v=1718222017 How to Prevent Scratches on Wood Floors coating a wood floor with protective oil https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-install-deck-railings-and-balusters-yourself 2025-01-07T09:32:34-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/how-to-install-deck-railings-and-balusters-yourself.jpg?v=1736271154 How to Install Deck Railings and Balusters Yourself wooden deck with railings https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/4-excellent-below-grade-flooring-options 2025-01-07T09:41:17-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/4-excellent-below-grade-flooring-options.jpg?v=1736271676 4 Excellent Below-Grade Flooring Options modern bedroom with the Avebury flooring from the vigorous collection https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/a-guide-to-laminate-flooring-moldings 2025-11-14T12:17:51-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/laminate-flooring-moldings-seamless-finish-guide.png?v=1763151470 A Guide to Laminate Flooring Moldings A modern interior showcasing newly installed laminate flooring with various moldings, including baseboards, and a smooth transition to tile, highlighting seamless flooring finishes. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/what-is-wpc-vinyl-flooring 2025-01-07T09:46:37-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/what-is-wpc-vinyl-flooring.jpg?v=1736271996 What is WPC Vinyl Flooring? kitchen featuring our azusa WPC vinyl flooring https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-is-carpet-made 2025-01-07T09:57:33-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/how-is-carpet-made.jpg?v=1736272653 How is Carpet Made? Carpeted living room https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/what-is-brazilian-teak-cumaru-hardwood-flooring 2025-01-07T09:59:04-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/brazilianteak.jpg?v=1736272744 What is Brazilian Teak (Cumaru) Hardwood Flooring? Brazilian teak wood close up https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/what-is-ipe-hardwood-flooring 2025-01-07T09:59:59-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/brazilian-walnut.jpg?v=1736272799 What is Ipe Hardwood Flooring? Ipe Hardwood pool deck https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/best-ways-to-clean-engineered-hardwood-floors 2025-01-07T10:00:59-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/best-ways-to-clean-engineered-hardwood-floors.jpg?v=1736272859 Best Ways to Clean Engineered Hardwood Floors Engineered hardwood flooring being cleaned https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-install-floor-moldings-and-trim 2025-01-07T10:02:25-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/how-to-install-molding-and-trim.jpg?v=1736272944 How to Install Floor Moldings and Trim A man installing a trim https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/what-to-know-before-installing-luxury-vinyl-plank-flooring 2025-11-13T17:28:01-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/luxury-vinyl-plank-flooring-installation-guide.jpg?v=1763083680 What to Know Before Installing Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring Person installing luxury vinyl plank flooring in a home, showcasing new LVP installation with a rubber mallet and tools. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-keep-bathroom-floors-warm-in-the-winter 2025-11-14T12:33:15-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/warm-cozy-bathroom-winter-flooring.png?v=1763152394 How to Keep Bathroom Floors Warm in the Winter A luxurious, warm bathroom featuring light-toned engineered wood flooring, plush area rugs, and a freestanding bathtub with gentle steam rising, suggesting underfoot comfort and a cozy winter atmosphere. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/the-importance-of-subfloors-for-solid-hardwood-flooring 2025-12-09T08:54:05-08:00 weekly https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/5-common-wood-flooring-installation-mistakes 2025-11-14T12:38:53-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/professional-wood-flooring-installation-guide.png?v=1763152732 5 Common Wood Flooring Installation Mistakes A skilled contractor installing natural wood flooring in a bright, modern home. The image features precision tools like a level, hammer, and spacers, highlighting the craftsmanship and detailed process of professional wood floor installation. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/what-is-merbau-hardwood-flooring 2025-11-14T12:42:12-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/merbau-hardwood-flooring-exotic-wood-builddirect.png?v=1763152931 What is Merbau Hardwood Flooring? Luxurious Merbau hardwood flooring with rich reddish-brown tones and fine grain in a warmly lit tropical-inspired interior. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/oak-flooring-care-and-maintenance 2025-12-11T12:58:20-08:00 weekly https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/floor-racking-how-to-lay-out-plank-flooring-before-installation 2025-11-14T12:46:27-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/floor-racking-plank-flooring-layout-installation-guide-builddirect.jpg?v=1763153186 Floor Racking: How to Lay Out Plank Flooring Before Installation Plank flooring racked across a clean subfloor with varied lengths and tones, showing staggered joints, spacers, and a moisture meter for proper installation. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-does-temperature-affect-engineered-floors 2025-11-14T12:50:22-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/engineered-hardwood-flooring-temperature-humidity-guide-builddirect.png?v=1763153422 How Does Temperature Affect Engineered Floors? Engineered hardwood flooring in a modern home showing durability against temperature and humidity changes with natural warm and cool lighting. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/essential-tools-for-installing-snap-lock-wood-flooring 2025-11-14T12:55:13-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/essential-tools-for-snap-lock-wood-flooring-installation-builddirect.png?v=1763153712 Essential Tools For Installing Snap Lock Wood Flooring Essential DIY tools including rubber mallet, tapping block, pull bar, and jigsaw arranged on a partially installed snap lock wood floor. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-recoat-hardwood-floors 2025-01-07T10:20:22-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/how-to-recoat-hardwood-floors.jpg?v=1736274021 How to Recoat Hardwood Floors Hardwood floor being recoated 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2025-02-07T11:46:21-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/blogarticle-avoidtariffs_d90bb98f-d1d6-47f1-a5f5-0c1130127355.jpg?v=1738957580 Why You Should Buy Flooring Now to Avoid Tariffs Save Money on Flooring Before Tariffs Hit! https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-mix-flooring-styles-for-upstairs-downstairs-and-stairs-without-clashing 2025-09-11T17:20:23-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/carpeted-stairs-with-wooden-floors-photo---resized.png?v=1757636423 How to Mix Flooring Styles for Upstairs, Downstairs, and Stairs Without Clashing Carpet stairs meet LVP landing and wood-look tile floor in a bright, modern home interior. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/what-is-spc-flooring-the-complete-guide-for-homeowners 2025-09-15T17:10:36-07:00 weekly 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The Complete Guide for Homeowners Inviting family room with warm SPC wood-look flooring, beige sofa, and bay windows highlighting durable stone plastic composite planks. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/is-spc-flooring-waterproof-heres-what-you-need-to-know 2025-09-15T17:10:47-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/kitchen-with-spc-stone-plastic-composite-flooring_1dfeac4f-7ccc-4622-8813-c015457fd41a.png?v=1757981446 Is SPC Flooring Waterproof? Here’s What You Need to Know Bright kitchen with medium brown SPC flooring under white cabinets and stainless steel appliances, demonstrating waterproof strength. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/spc-vs-wpc-flooring-which-is-better-for-your-home 2025-09-15T17:11:02-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/modern-room-with-spc-flooring_ed980519-e274-4702-a951-bab9570926e3.png?v=1757981461 SPC vs. WPC Flooring: Which Is Better for Your Home? Modern living room with gray SPC flooring, beige sofa, and fireplace showcasing stylish waterproof stone plastic composite planks. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-durable-is-spc-flooring 2025-09-15T17:09:46-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/living-room-with-spc-stone-plastic-composite-flooring_f3dc09f1-5c55-4f56-aff0-6767c17ad7e0.png?v=1757981385 How Durable Is SPC Flooring? Bright living room with light oak SPC flooring, beige sofa, and fireplace, showcasing durable and stylish stone plastic composite planks. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/laminate-flooring-thickness-guide-all-you-need-to-know 2025-11-10T11:31:18-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/laminate-flooring-thickness-guide-comparison.png?v=1762803047 Laminate Flooring Thickness Guide – All You Need to Know Various laminate flooring planks of different thicknesses are stacked on a finished laminate floor with a tape measure extended in front of them, illustrating the concept of laminate flooring thickness. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/different-types-of-mortar-and-their-uses 2025-11-10T11:46:48-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/types-of-mortar-and-applications.jpg?v=1762804007 Different Types of Mortar and Their Uses A gloved hand uses a trowel to apply mortar to a brick wall under construction, with various piles of different mortar types (M, S, N, O), a bag of thin-set, and a tub of tile mastic laid out on the floor, along with a few tiles. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/grooved-vs-ungrooved-composite-decking-whats-the-difference 2025-11-10T12:01:28-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/luxury-composite-deck-sunset_17cec046-ebb0-48a8-afe9-e812fed08bb9.jpg?v=1762804887 Grooved vs Ungrooved Composite Decking: What’s the Difference A luxurious outdoor deck made of warm-toned composite wood, featuring multiple seating areas with modern furniture, a built-in outdoor kitchen with a grill, and a dining table. The deck includes illuminated steps leading down to a swimming pool and a fire https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/the-builddirect-guide-to-floor-insulation 2025-11-10T12:05:44-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/floor-installation-insulation-underfloor-heating.jpg?v=1762805143 The BuildDirect Guide to Floor Insulation A person's hands are placing a light wood-look flooring plank over a subfloor. The floor features a combination of pink fiberglass insulation and blue rigid foam insulation laid between wooden joists, with radiant heating pipes visible underneath. Rolls o https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/what-is-the-janka-hardness-scale 2025-11-10T12:19:15-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/janka-hardness-test-wood-flooring-durability.jpg?v=1762805955 What is the Janka Hardness Scale? A split image illustrating wood hardness and its real-world context. On the left, a close-up shows a Janka hardness test in progress, with a steel ball being pressed into a block of wood by a brass testing device, alongside a pressure gauge. On the right, https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/the-r-value-of-various-flooring-materials-and-why-it-matters 2025-11-10T13:01:31-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/flooring-r-value-thermal-resistance.jpg?v=1762808490 The R-Value of Various Flooring Materials and Why it Matters A cross-section of a house floor showing multiple layers, from the finished floor on top to the ground beneath. Different flooring materials such as hardwood, carpet, and tile are depicted with their corresponding R-value ratings, demonstrating how each l https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/spc-vinyl-flooring-vs-wpc-vinyl-flooring 2025-11-10T13:11:26-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/modern-living-room-hardwood-floor.jpg?v=1762809085 SPC Vinyl Flooring vs WPC Vinyl Flooring A bright, modern living room with light hardwood flooring and a geometric patterned area rug. The room features a large, light grey sectional sofa with teal and grey cushions, a round coffee table, a floating wooden media console with a mounted television https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/greenguard-certified-what-it-means-and-why-its-important 2025-11-10T15:34:09-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/greenguard_certified_healthy_home_flooring.jpg?v=1762817648 Greenguard Certified: What It Means and Why It’s Important A family with a young child in a bright, modern living space with various flooring samples (wood, tile, slate) in the foreground. A glowing, transparent green leaf icon with a "G" inside, symbolizing Greenguard certification, floats above the scene. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/carpet-types-and-grades-styles-colors-and-more 2025-11-10T15:39:31-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/choosing_carpet_styles_types_header.jpg?v=1762817970 Carpet Types and Grades, Styles, Colors, and More A person's hand reaching towards various carpet samples laid out on a wooden floor, with additional design swatches in the background. The samples show different textures, piles (cut and loop), and patterns, including shag, berber, and patterned designs, https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-lay-herringbone-flooring 2025-11-10T15:46:55-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/hardwood_flooring_herringbone_installation_guide.jpg?v=1762818414 How to Lay Herringbone Flooring A person installing engineered hardwood flooring in a herringbone pattern, carefully tapping planks into place with a rubber mallet. Various flooring tools like a circular saw, wood glue, and a flooring nailer are visible on the light wood floor, illustra https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/top-5-hardwood-floor-installation-patterns 2025-11-10T16:41:25-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/hardwood_floor_installation_patterns_guide.jpg?v=1762821685 Top 5 Hardwood Floor Installation Patterns A large, sunlit room showcasing five distinct hardwood floor installation patterns side-by-side. From left to right, the patterns are labeled "STRAIGHT PATTERN," "RANDOM PATTERN," "PARQUET," and "HERRINGBONE PATTERN," with a diagonal pattern at the top. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/laminate-flooring-ac-ratings 2025-11-10T16:56:11-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/laminate_flooring_ac_ratings_durability_guide.png?v=1762822570 Laminate Flooring AC Ratings A visual guide displaying five different laminate flooring planks, each labeled with an AC rating from AC1 to AC5. Each rating includes a brief description of its suitable use (e.g., "Moderate Residential," "Heavy Commercial") and a corresponding icon to https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/laminate-flooring-buying-guide 2025-11-10T17:10:36-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/laminate_flooring_buying_guide_samples_installation.jpg?v=1762823436 Laminate Flooring Buying Guide A bright room displays various laminate flooring samples in different wood tones and stone finishes, laid out with AC rating cards. In the background, tools for flooring installation like a circular saw, tape measure, and a laptop showing a floor plan are https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-install-wood-or-composite-deck-tiles 2025-11-11T16:20:57-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/diy_deck_tile_installation_guide.jpg?v=1762906856 How to Install Wood or Composite Deck Tiles A person's hands are shown interlocking composite deck tiles onto a patio surface, demonstrating a DIY outdoor flooring installation. A tape measure and other tools are nearby, with a finished section of tiles and outdoor furniture in the background, high https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-install-glueless-click-engineered-hardwood-flooring 2025-11-11T16:34:02-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/engineered-hardwood-flooring-installation-guide-glueless-click.jpg?v=1762907641 How to Install Glueless Click Engineered Hardwood Flooring A person is installing glueless click engineered hardwood flooring, showing the process of laying wood planks over an underlayment with tools like a hammer and measuring tape nearby. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/hardwood-flooring-species-guide-compare-wood-types-colors-durability 2025-11-14T13:30:45-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/diverse-hardwood-flooring-species-selection_5c22167f-c3b3-44d4-a5cd-ffd69453721f.jpg?v=1763155844 Hardwood Flooring Species Guide: Compare Wood Types, Colors & Durability A collection of various hardwood flooring samples arranged on a table, showcasing different wood species, colors, and grain patterns. A person's hands are pointing at two of the samples, highlighting the diversity of wood flooring options. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/pro-flooring-installers/how-to-market-your-flooring-installation-business-without-paying-for-ads 2025-11-13T09:24:02-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/flooring-installer-marketing-strategy-header_548fd0f4-d028-4e6d-ac4d-4dcc4657d3e6.png?v=1763054641 How to Market Your Flooring Installation Business Without Paying for Ads A confident male flooring installer with crossed arms stands in a bright, modern workshop featuring new wood panels. A laptop displaying business analytics, a smartphone with customer reviews, and tools are on a workbench. Subtle white overlay icons for s https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-paint-a-vinyl-floor 2025-11-14T13:08:59-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/how-to-paint-vinyl-floor-diy-guide-builddirect.png?v=1763154538 How to Paint a Vinyl Floor Homeowner painting a vinyl floor with a roller and painter’s tape for a smooth, refreshed finish. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/pro-flooring-installers/how-to-build-a-5-star-reputation-as-a-flooring-contractor 2025-12-16T09:40:52-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/flooring-project-review-reputation-smartphone.png?v=1765906851 How to Build a 5-Star Reputation as a Flooring Contractor A close-up editorial shot of a smartphone in the foreground displaying a blurred five-star review interface, with a beautifully finished flooring project softly out of focus in the background. The emphasis is on craftsmanship turning into reputation. Clea https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/pro-flooring-installers/how-long-should-flooring-acclimate-before-installation 2025-12-18T16:24:30-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/flooring-installer-jobsite-hygrometer-acclimation.jpg?v=1766103869 How Long Should Flooring Acclimate Before Installation? Flooring installer checking digital hygrometer on subfloor in a partially finished home, with stacked flooring boxes in the background. Professional jobsite scene emphasizing flooring preparation and controlled environment. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/pro-flooring-installers/the-right-expansion-gaps-for-every-flooring-type 2025-12-18T16:24:18-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/floating-floor-installation-expansion-spacers_bc69c24d-39b2-48d3-aa1b-a72534ad4d88.jpg?v=1766103857 The Right Expansion Gaps for Every Flooring Type Professional floating floor installation in a modern room, showing precisely laid planks and even orange expansion spacers along the perimeter walls to ensure proper gap and prevent buckling. Baseboards are stacked nearby, ready for installation. The scen https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/pro-flooring-installers/the-most-common-flooring-installation-failures-and-how-to-prevent-them 2025-12-18T16:24:06-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/flooring-jobsite-inspection-preparation-contractor.jpg?v=1766103845 The Most Common Flooring Installation Failures (and How to Prevent Them) Experienced flooring contractor inspects subfloor with a moisture meter and digital tablet before installation, emphasizing professionalism and preparation on a jobsite with unpacked flooring and tools. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/pro-flooring-installers/how-to-handle-customer-callbacks-like-a-professional 2025-12-18T16:23:52-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/flooring-inspection-professional-homeowner-trust.jpg?v=1766103832 How to Handle Customer Callbacks Like a Professional A professional flooring installer kneels calmly, inspecting a finished wood floor with a moisture meter and digital tablet, while a reassured homeowner observes in a well-lit modern home, conveying trust and careful evaluation. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/pro-flooring-installers/how-to-estimate-flooring-jobs-like-a-pro-and-protect-your-margins 2025-12-18T16:22:01-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/flooring-installer-estimating-measurements-planning_614823e8-8b53-447c-bac6-336f9f63457c.png?v=1766103721 How to Estimate Flooring Jobs Like a Pro (and Protect Your Margins) A focused professional flooring installer sits at a clean table, reviewing measurements and calculating figures on a tablet and calculator, with floor plans, tape measure, and flooring samples nearby, conveying meticulous planning and accurate estimating https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/pro-flooring-installers/acceptable-moisture-levels-before-installing-luxury-vinyl-plank-flooring 2025-12-18T16:21:42-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/flooring-installer-moisture-testing-subfloor.jpg?v=1766103701 Acceptable Moisture Levels Before Installing Luxury Vinyl Plank Flooring A professional flooring installer kneels on an exposed concrete subfloor, meticulously using an in-situ probe and tablet to detect moisture before installation, emphasizing serious, methodical, and preventative moisture testing. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/pro-flooring-installers/do-you-need-underlayment-under-spc-flooring 2025-12-18T16:43:06-08:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/spc-flooring-installation-prep.jpg?v=1766104985 Do You Need Underlayment Under SPC Flooring? Professional jobsite scene showing SPC flooring planks with attached pad, a concrete subfloor with a green vapor barrier, and gray underlayment. Hands in gloves are visible, emphasizing careful preparation for installation. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-flooring-choices-impact-your-entire-room-design 2026-04-04T17:52:50-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/open-plan-home-design-transition-flooring-slate-tile-to-hardwood.png?v=1775350370 How Flooring Choices Impact Your Entire Room Design A cinematic, wide-angle photograph of an architecturally thoughtful, open-plan home featuring a sophisticated transition between distinct flooring textures. Durable, matte-finish slate-grey ceramic tile in the entryway meets warm, rich-toned engineered ha https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/expert-advice-on-flooring-engineered-hardwood-vs-lvp 2026-08-03T09:18:41-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/shutterstock_1717147951.jpg?v=1785773921 Engineered Hardwood vs. LVP: Which Is Better for Your Home? Should you choose LVP or Engineered Hardwood floors? https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-to-choose-engineered-hardwood-flooring 2026-08-03T09:17:59-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/15000649-2_d43c3089-b529-488c-9f80-58a417c673c5.jpg?v=1785773879 How to Choose Engineered Hardwood Flooring: 7 Specifications That Determine Quality Engineered Hardwood in a living space https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/does-hardwood-flooring-increase-home-value-solid-hardwood-engineered-wood-and-lvp-compareddoes-hardwood-flooring-increase-home-value 2026-08-03T10:20:57-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/15235044-bathroom.jpg?v=1785777657 Does Hardwood Flooring Increase Home Value? Solid Hardwood, Engineered Wood and LVP Compared Engineered Wood flooring used in a modern bathroom https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/hardwood-flooring-trends-2027 2026-08-04T06:31:23-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/15271132-EngHardwood.jpg?v=1785850283 2027 Hardwood Flooring Trends: Colors, Plank Widths and Finishes That Will Last Medium brown hardwood used in a modern kitchen design https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/expert-advice-on-flooring/how-much-does-new-flooring-cost 2026-08-18T07:09:15-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/15235043-09_71eb8017-00a2-4d62-831b-4487fbf559f2.jpg?v=1787062155 How Much Does New Flooring Cost in 2026? A Complete Project Budget Guide Our Vigorous Collection can be installed at a great price point. https://www.builddirect.com/blogs/learning-center/20-mil-vs-40-mil-lvp 2026-09-03T11:33:08-07:00 weekly https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0744/4289/9753/articles/BA4B3C_1_1.jpg?v=1788459948 20 Mil vs. 40 Mil LVP: Is a 40 Mil Wear Layer Worth It?