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4 Reasons to Choose Vinyl Flooring
Why choose vinyl flooring? The 80’s cheap look vinyl is out and new vinyl floors are the fastest growing flooring on the market. Durable and resilient, with plenty of natural looks to choose from, vinyl is the hippest new kid on the flooring block.
5 Reasons to Update Your Floors
Updating your floors can be an intimidating and overwhelming process, but it is so worth it. Today we’re sharing 5 reasons to update your floors that will inspire you to get started!
Engineered Wood: Benefits and Drawbacks
Cost. Engineered hardwood is often less expensive due to the plywood base. With solid hardwood, you’re paying for an entire plank made up of that material, whereas with engineered, that expensive layer is on top where everyone can see it — showing you off, making you look fancy, but the less costly, durable plywood is holding it up. It’s like instead of buying your entire outfit from Banana Republic, you got your underwear from Old Navy. The part people see looks fancy and expensive, while the part underneath is holding strong, doing its job.
Everything You Need to Know About Underlayment
Underlayment can be one of the most confusing subjects when it comes to flooring. Learn everything you need to know about underlayment to get the most out of your floor.
Laminate Flooring Color Trends
Laminate looks this year are trending towards modern and beachy. You’ll see some old favorites and a new kid on the block.
Laminate Flooring Layout & Pattern Trends
People are getting ultra creative when it comes to the layout of their floor. Patterns, angles, you name it. Of course, not all patterns are created equal. Let’s look at what’s hot right now.
Laminate vs Vinyl Flooring
In terms of Laminate vs Vinyl Flooring there is no one size fits all answer. The “better” option is mostly a matter of opinion. However, we can totally break things down on a point by point basis, so you can decide what is best for you.
Solid Hardwood: Benefits and Drawbacks
Solid hardwood is just that: made up of solid wood through the entire plank. Hardwood flooring is made from yours truly: Mother Nature; solid hardwood is made out of thick solid wood planks with a thin wood veneer on top. All that fancy wording means the product is hand scraped and durable, making it built to last. Keep in mind, with solid hardwood, though its elegance preserves, it can double in dollar signs depending on the color and style you prefer.
The Benefits of Installing a Wooden Staircase in Your Home
When giving your home a makeover, there are many types of home improvement that aren’t typically considered. wooden staircase by jardines joinery cheshire Sometimes the things you overlook can be essentially important in delivering that finishing touch to your home. Most of the time we concentrate on wallpapering the lounge, re-carpeting or adding a few bits of storage space, but rarely do we ponder about changing the staircase.
Trending Wood Flooring Types
You have so many options these days when it comes to wood flooring. Traditional, “new” wood flooring is out, and some new characters have joined the party.
Trendy Laminate Flooring Looks
Similar to tile and vinyl, laminate flooring is upping the ante on realistic wood looks. Once upon a time, you could only get the smooth, basic, not-even-believable wood looks.
Vinyl as a Viable Waterproof Flooring Option
If you are like me, you may immediately think of vinyl records, or perhaps vinyl shower curtains, or maybe even the old vinyl flooring you saw in your grandparent’s house when you were a kid when you think about Vinyl.
Waterproof Laminate Flooring?
There is a common confusion between laminate and vinyl flooring. Vinyl has a natural resistance to water and moisture, whereas laminate is typically more susceptible to damage when moisture is present.
What is Linoleum Flooring? How it Differs from Vinyl Flooring?
Linoleum is made from all natural materials, including linseed oil, rosin, broken down wood and others. This is one of linoleum’s highest selling points – all natural without emitting any harmful chemicals. Linoleum is also known for its resiliency. Resiliency when it comes to flooring means that the floor is flexible and has some “give” to it. This makes it possible to install the flooring in areas where harder flooring options like tile and natural hardwood would not do well.
What is Vinyl Flooring? Benefits and Limitations.
Vinyl flooring is like the Generation Z flooring. No, it’s not just for teenagers and people in their 20s; it is representative of our current culture and desires. Everything these days is about ease, efficiency and technology. I’m pretty sure Siri can order a pizza for me, so all of my home investments better be able to keep up with the times!
Which Underlayment is Best for Your Floor?
This is the big question, right? You know the types; you can weigh the pros and cons…kind of. What you really need to know about underlayment is which option is the best choice for you. Don’t worry; we’re not gonna leave you hanging.
Wood Floor Finishing Trends
Gone are the days of ultra glossy finishes. Homeowners are now choosing understated, flat finishes with less shine.
Wood Floor Layout & Pattern Trends
People are getting ultra creative when it comes to the layout of their floor. Patterns, angles, you name it. Of course, not all patterns are created equal.
Wood Flooring Buying Guide
There is so much to think about when you purchase a new wood floor, but with our Buyer Basics Wood Flooring tutorial, we will answer all your questions and get you on your way to your perfect floor!
Wood Flooring Texture Trends
There are so many factors that make up the look of a gorgeous wood floor. Color is often the first thing people think of, but texture can make even more of a statement. Both good and bad.
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