Anyone can have the luxury look of high-end hardwood flooring without the expense. Advances in modern technology has resulted in laminate flooring that has the appearance of authentic hardwood flooring. Laminate provides the aesthetic value of hardwood and adds value to homes, without the cost and tedious maintenance...
You have a wealth of options from which to choose for beautifying your home. Some are easier to accomplish and are also cost effective. Much will depend on variables such as your budget and how much time you want to invest. You could paint, update your...
No matter how handy you are around the house, there are some tasks that are better left to the professionals if you want to save money. One of those is a floor designer, who can help you choose the right flooring to meet your individual...
Concrete is extremely strong and durable, but it’s also a porous material meaning that liquids on the surface can enter. Garage floors are subject to multiple hazards ranging from water, chemicals and staining to chipping from dropped tools. An epoxy coating is an excellent way...
Replacing your flooring can be exciting, but it can also be a confusing process with so many potential installers and flooring options from which to choose. Before signing a contract with any flooring company, there are some basic questions you’ll want to ask to protect...
Flooring is an investment in the comfort and appearance of a home or business. Individuals expect their flooring to last. What many people don’t realize is that the thickness of their flooring will have an impact on its overall performance. There are minimum thickness standards...
There are flooring options to fit every décor and budget, and it can be extremely difficult for individuals to make a choice with so many available options. Laminate is slightly more expensive than luxury vinyl and both are usually more expensive than carpeting. All three...
A sinking floor is disturbing and dangerous. Before embarking on a course of action to rectify the problem, it’s essential to ascertain the reason for the sagging and its severity. While it’s possible for individuals to fix the problem themselves, it’s really best to hire...
The term parquet flooring is often mistaken for a type of material, when it’s actually a type of patterned wood flooring. Rather than laying wood planks in a traditional strip pattern, at one time, parquet flooring was created by arranging small wooden slats in repeating...
Terrazzo flooring is a material that the average person doesn’t hear much about nowadays. A composite material that can include chips of marble, quartz, granite, shells or glass, it’s typically used for custom and high-end products. Highly decorative works of art, it’s installed in sections....