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How to Choose the Best Underlayment for Vinyl Flooring

January 24, 2023

Vinyl flooring, especially Luxury Vinyl Plank (LVP) is one of the most popular products on the market today. Not only does it give a good imitation for hardwood planks, but it’s affordable, resistant to moisture, and with a click-lock product easy to install even as a DIY product. However, there’s one important detail many homeowners overlook in their vinyl floor installations – underlayment. While some resources claim it as “optional”, most experts agree that underlay for vinyl is a vital part of a good installation. In this post, we’ll discuss why you shouldn’t skip the underlayment for vinyl plank flooring,

How and Which Direction to Install Vinyl Plank Flooring: Quick Course In Laying Your Own Vinyl Plank Floor

December 27, 2022

Luxury Vinyl Plank is a great choice for a floor that’s attractive, easy to maintain, and extremely resilient. Newer vinyl products are a very convincing imitation of more expensive choices such as wide plank hardwood floors. While the installation isn’t difficult, especially if you opt for a click-lock product, there are a few things to keep in mind if you want a professional-quality final product. One subtle choice that can have a big impact on the final product is the directionality of your installation. The choice of whether to lay your planks horizontally, vertically, or at an angle depends on the

How to Make Laminate Floors Shine – Achieving an Attractive Finish Under the Right Conditions

December 20, 2022

Homeowners usually opt to install laminate flooring because of its low cost, durability, and lower maintenance needs. Laminate costs a fraction of what you would spend on hardwood floors, and modern laminate flooring imitates hardwood surprisingly well. If you looked at your choices and chose laminate, odds are you’re happy with your choice. However, many owners of laminate flooring encounter the same issue. After a few months, their floor begins to lose its new shine and clean appearance. Trying to fix the issue by mopping, they soon find that their floor looks even worse – sticky and streaky. Laminate flooring

I Want to Change the Floor of My House but I Hate Construction Work. What Should I Do? Check Out Some Suggestions

May 23, 2022

It’s no use having a wonderful living room, a spectacular kitchen or a hall that invites you to enter if the floor of your house is damaged. And let’s be honest, renovating the house is great but… We don’t always have the necessary time or disposition. With that in mind, today we are going to talk about floors that can be installed faster, with as little dirt, noise and inconvenience as possible. I Want to Change the Floorings but I Hate Construction Work! Before moving on to the possibilities, it is worth remembering that the choice of professionals responsible for

Vinyl Flooring: When Is the Right Time to Replace It? Check Out Which Signs Indicate That It Is Better to Replace the Coating

May 10, 2022

If you have vinyl flooring in your home or company, you probably already know one of the main benefits of this type of floor: the ease of maintenance. Replacing vinyl flooring is much easier than replacing any other type of flooring. But the big question is: when is the right time to replace it? A lot of people still wonder about this. Does the floor need to be changed at a certain time interval? Or only when it’s worn out? In today’s article, you will find out the best time to change the floor, taking advantage of its features until

How to Choose the Ideal Carpet? Check Out the Tips in This Complete Guide

March 25, 2022

When talking about carpet flooring, in general, the main factors that are taken into account when making a decision are prices, available colors, in which rooms it will be applied, cleaning and maintenance frequency, right? It turns out that there are other factors to be taken into account, such as the type of carpet (broadloom or tile) and even the fiber material. All this impacts the final look of the room, the frequency of maintenance and, of course, the warmth that the material can provide that space. So, if you are thinking about choosing carpet as a flooring for a

Is It Time to Change the Carpet? See Factors That May Indicate That It Is

February 8, 2022

Carpet is one of the most used types of flooring – whether corporate or residential spaces, specially in regions with lower temperatures. That’s because it is a great option to offer thermal comfort to the rooms, as well as helping with acoustic insulation. But like any other type of material, it has a lifespan that determines when it needs to be replaced. Considering this, how do you know the right time to change carpets? How to Prolong the Life of Your Carpet Of course, the quality of the carpet is a key factor in prolonging its life. But it is

Top Flooring Companies in Vancouver: BC Floors is among the best in the area

September 15, 2021

Are you looking for the best flooring companies in Vancouver? BC Floors has just been listed as one of the top 3 flooring companies in the area by ThreeBestRated. We are specialized in variety and installation of wood, laminate, vinyl, carpet, concrete, tile and stone floors and even cork and bamboo floors. In addition, we also revitalize hardwood floors. Top flooring companies in Vancouver: how to choose If you are building or renovating and are looking for suppliers to help you with the flooring project, we have prepared a small guide with everything you should look for to make a

What are the most suitable floorings for the outdoor area?

August 16, 2021

Gather family and friends, have a party, relax by the pool, finish reading on the porch, breathe the fresh air of the garden. No wonder that the outdoor area of the house is one of the darlings of many people, always associated with moments of relaxation and rest. Therefore, it is worth paying special attention to it, investing in quality material from the beginning of the work or renovation. As well as indoor environments, the outdoor area also needs adequate floorings, considering its own characteristics. In addition to the appearance, which asks for a more natural appearance, it is necessary

Find out what are the main trends in flooring and coverings

August 6, 2021

Choosing floors can be a challenge. There are many options on the market, with very different sizes, colors and prices. If you’re thinking about buying an apartment/house and moving in or even renovating one, it’s worth knowing what the industry trends are. Regarding formats, the watchword for floors and coverings is daring. The same goes for colors and even tone-on-tone environments are on the rise. To follow the trend in the kitchen, for example, you can have a light gray floor and dark gray cabinets. Now in larger and colorful versions, the coverings will be a key part in any

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