You’ve decided on hardwood flooring after going through several options, but then you need to choose which type of wood. It makes sense to choose the most durable wood flooring that is worth its cost for a long time. This is most necessary when you have children or pets at home. Your wood flooring will…
Laminate flooring is a great (and cheaper) alternative to traditional hardwood floors. People using laminate often prefers to go the DIY route rather than pay a professional installer. However, one common mistake most DIYers make is installing the laminate floors without acclimatizing the laminate planks first. What is acclimatization? But hardwood floors are expensive, costing…
Whether you’re deciding on flooring to your new home or replacing worn-out flooring, we’d mainly recommend hardwood flooring. Hardwood floors are durable and can be sanded or refinished several times over the years. But hardwood floors are expensive, costing around $6 to $14 per square foot and so often beyond the budget of many homeowners….
After you’ve decided on the flooring that is perfect for you, another thing you need to consider is the process of fitting and finding the right floor edging. Edging is the material that will surround the perimeter of your laminate flooring, giving it its final finish. Below, we’ve given you some options for edging and…
Laminate flooring has seen growth in the global market where laminate companies can profit by a demand projected to reach US$21.3 billion by 2021. This demand is driven by flooring trends as homeowners look for alternative wood-like flooring while favoring variety in styles, designs, and colors. But much as the laminate floor may resemble a…
Vinyl plank flooring is growing popular as a home and commercial flooring option. It’s cheaper than real hardwood but durable and luxurious looking. It is either sold as a floating type, where a click-lock flooring tongue and groove system keep them attached hovering just above the subfloor, or glue-down flooring type where it is installed…
Vinyl plank flooring is a popular flooring known for its durability, however, one thing it cannot stand is heat. This is true for regular steam mops that produce intense heat causing the vinyl to warp and bend. The moisture from too much water also tends to seep in between planks that weaken the adhesive and…
Laminate floors are layered flooring material, that is made up of a combination of wood and plastic. Cutting laminate flooring boards require care as the plastic coating easily chips when making straight cuts to fit around corners. As we mentioned in our previous post on how to lay laminate flooring in multiple rooms, the best…
Some people may buy expensive flooring because it is durable, has a low need for maintenance and replacement. It is also aesthetically pleasing to the eye. This type of flooring might be more expensive to install, but it will last longer and can save money in the long run. What makes flooring expensive? There are…
Dog owners want to do what’s best for their furry friends, but picking out the right flooring for his or her home can be difficult. Dogs are rambunctious, and their nails can leave scratches. No matter how dogs are potty-trained, pet accidents can happen that will cause staining and odors that will be too hard…