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Ceramic Tile and Stone Flooring: The Comprehensive Guide to Making the Right Choice

August 24, 2023

When it comes to home renovation or new construction projects, choosing the right flooring material is a significant decision that impacts both aesthetics and functionality. Ceramic tile and stone flooring have become exceedingly popular options, widely utilized in both residential and commercial settings. This comprehensive guide aims to delve into the various aspects, including the advantages and disadvantages of these flooring options, to help you make an informed choice. Why Ceramic Tile and Stone Flooring are Popular Choices in Residential and Commercial Properties Whether it’s for their durability, ease of maintenance, or aesthetic appeal, ceramic tile and stone flooring have

How to Match Hardwood Floor Stain: Choosing the Perfect Stain for a Uniform Floor

August 18, 2023

Stains are one of the most popular ways to impart colour to hardwood floors. They offer a range of possibilities in achieving a particular aesthetic, from light to dark or varying shades such as amber to coffee among the popular hardwood floor colours. However, matching hardwood floor stains can pose a tricky problem, especially if you’re trying to extend or patch your existing floor. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve into methods, tips, and stain matching techniques to help you choose the perfect stain for a uniform floor. Understanding the Basics: Hardwood Floor Types and Wood Stain Colours Before you

Seven Reasons to Choose Vinyl Flooring in Your Home

July 14, 2023

Made with PVC and with hundreds of patterns that imitate natural wood, from color to texture and grooves, vinyl floors are gaining more and more space in interior decoration. If before they were almost restricted to corporate buildings, now they are being used more and more in residential projects. After all, it is a practical, versatile, elegant and cost-effective flooring. Are you in doubt whether to invest in this type of flooring or not? Below we list seven reasons to use vinyl flooring at your home. Vinyl Flooring – Installation Installation can be done over the existing flooring, as long

Laminate Flooring 101: Understanding the Different Types of Laminate

April 4, 2023

If you’re considering installing laminate flooring in your home, you’re not alone. Laminate flooring has become a popular choice for homeowners due to its durability, affordability, and versatility. However, with so many different types of laminate flooring on the market, it can be challenging to know which one is right for your home. In this guide, we’ll explore the various types of laminate flooring and help you make an informed decision. What is Laminate Flooring? Laminate flooring is a type of flooring that consists of a wood composite core covered with a decorative layer and a wear layer. The decorative

What to Consider When Choosing Flooring: Popular Flooring Options

March 21, 2023

When it comes to choosing flooring for your home, there are many things to consider. The primary factors to consider are the type of flooring, cost, and installation. The type of flooring is important because the material will determine its durability and care requirements. Popular types include hardwood, laminate, tile, vinyl plank, and carpet. Each has its own benefits and drawbacks when it comes to cost, maintenance and longevity. Cost is a major factor when selecting flooring as different materials have varying price points. You also need to factor in installation costs if this isn’t something you can do yourself.

Modern Cork Flooring – A Sustainable Alternative to Other Floors

March 7, 2023

Cork flooring is a type of sustainable and eco-friendly flooring made from the bark of cork oak trees. The bark is harvested every 9-12 years without damaging the tree, making it a renewable resource. Cork flooring provides excellent insulation properties and is naturally resistant to moisture, mould, mildew, and insects. It can be installed in various types of spaces such as homes, offices, and commercial buildings due to its durability and versatility. Cork floors come in different patterns, colours, and textures that provide a unique look to any space. They are easy to clean and maintain using simple methods such

Buckled Laminate Flooring: How to Prevent Laminate Floors from Buckling

February 21, 2023

What Is Laminate Floor Buckling? Laminate floor buckling is an uneven appearance caused by planks lifting and splitting. This can be a very unsightly problem, resulting in raised ridges on affected laminate floors. A variety of factors, including moisture, temperature changes, and improper installation can cause it. Moisture and water damage are the most common causes of buckling, as they can cause the planks to swell and lift up from the subfloor. Temperature changes can also cause buckling due to the expansion and contraction of the laminate planks. An improper installation such as not allowing for proper acclimation or not

How to Select the Right Type of Subfloor Material

February 14, 2023

One must not confuse the subfloor with the underlayment, which is utilized as the base for the completed flooring. The subfloor is an integral part of any floor construction. It serves as a continuous structural level, covering either joists or a cement slab, thereby furnishing the essential base to the finished floor. Wood-frame flooring is fitted over an unbroken subfloor that covers the floor joists. In homes built on a slab-on-grade foundation, the subfloor is often simply the concrete slab. No matter what type of subfloor material you choose, it is important to ensure that it is properly installed and

How to Clean Carpet on Stairs: The Secret to Making Your Carpet Look New Again

January 10, 2023

Wall to wall carpeting is one of the most popular flooring choices for many homes. Not only does it look great, but a fully carpeted floor absorbs noise, softens footfalls and also insulates your home from the cold – many carpets are great at retaining heat. This goes double for carpet on stairs. Especially in a busy home, carpet for your stairs will muffle the sound of traffic up and down the stairs, and will provide padding in the event of a fall – great for children and the elderly. Many carpets are a fantastic choice for those with allergy

Wooden Flooring for Properties With Integrated Living Room and Kitchen – How to Choose the Best Option?

June 22, 2022

Where is wooden flooring suitable for? Well, for wherever you want. Currently, with the various treatments that wood can receive, we can have this type of flooring installed in any space. Ceramics, porcelain, cement and resins continue to be great options for high humidity areas, such as the kitchen, but there is no problem in choosing wood as long as some care is taken. And in the case of properties with an integrated living room and kitchen, many people want to keep the unity of the space with a single choice of flooring – and wood ends up being the

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