One of the main advantages of engineered hardwood over solid hardwood is the dimensional stability displayed by engineered planks. Traditional solid hardwood floor boards are prone to shrinkage or expansion depending on the surrounding humidity levels. Engineered hardwood floor boards, on the other hand, are...
When it comes to hardwood flooring trends, it pays to be a bit skeptical. Afterall, your floor will be around a lot longer than the latest craze in colour, layout or texture. It’s important to choose a hardwood that works well with your long term...
As the world becomes more environmentally aware, the types of materials that we use to build our houses have faced more scrutiny when it comes to being sustainable. However, when it comes to the types of flooring we install it can be confusing for homeowners...
Laminates are a popular flooring material because of their good looks and economical price. You get the impression of solid hardwood floors without the eye watering prices. But because of the unique structure of laminate planks, cleaning a laminate floor is not the same as...
There can be many reasons for deciding against a solid hardwood floor, but often, price is the most compelling. Solid hardwood floors aren’t cheap! And then you have to worry about moisture, humidity, regular maintenance and other issues that can spell disaster for solid hardwood. ...
There’s a wide range of flooring material choices available for use in your kitchen, but that doesn’t mean they’re all good ideas. Kitchens probably receive the most footfall of any room in the house while also being overly prone to spills and moisture. If you’re...
For many years laminate flooring has been considered the poor man’s choice. It’s had a reputation for being cheap, noisy and having a low grade look. But advances in technology have rectified many of these drawbacks and have made it rise as a material of...
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