Families with children and pets know how quickly scratches can mar the finish of the floor. Children’s toys, pet nails, and broken objects can quickly take a toll on flooring. Some types of materials are better at standing up to the many incidents that can...
Bleach is an effective disinfectant, but it’s not the only option that people have to kill bacteria and viruses. It’s also not necessarily the best choice for floors. It’s a good idea to clean floors before applying a disinfectant and it’s essential that the manufacturer’s...
For many years, people have denied themselves the benefit of light-colored flooring in favor of darker colors in the belief that dark colors tend to show dirt and wear less than their lighter-colored counterparts. There are an equal number of individuals that believe the opposite...
Hardwood may currently be the king of flooring choices, but individuals shouldn’t discount the benefits and advantages of luxury vinyl flooring. It’s affordable, available in a wealth of colors and patterns, and is also offered in planks that emulate high-end hardwood. Manufacturing processes have advanced considerably...
Carpeting is soft to walk on and provides a certain amount of insulation to the floor. It’s also prone to staining and can trap allergens, bacteria and viruses in the fibers. Homeowners can still enjoy all the benefits of carpeting while keeping it clean, healthy,...
The floors in a home are a major selling point for many buyers and can add significantly to the asking price for sellers. Real estate agents have discovered that flooring has a much larger impact on a buyer than many people ever suspected. The flooring...