Beneath that pile of gym clothes, under the furry rug sits what could be a beautiful bedroom floor. Sure, bedroom floors can become a little cluttered sometimes, but the right flooring material will add the sort of beauty and warmth that turns any bedroom into the coziest room in the home. If you’re remodeling, you’ve [...]
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Top 3 Floors for Families with Kids & Pets: Tile, Laminate & Bamboo
January 4, 2012
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Adults usually don’t finger paint on the living room floor and they rarely attempt to bury a bone in the middle of the hallway. But kids and pets? They’ve been known to leave their mark. A new hardwood floor can quickly become Little Picasso’s latest crayon masterpiece, or Fido’s accidental indoor out-house – and the [...]
Hand Scraped Hardwood Floors Offer Unrivalled Character and Charm
December 14, 2011
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Anything handmade has a certain mystique. There’s a subtle element of individuality to any handmade item, minor variations and imperfections express a sense of humanity that no machine could ever duplicate. From musical instruments to jewelry to custom cabinetry and fine art, the handmade touch adds such soul to each piece. The same is true [...]
Tips & Techniques for DIY Vinyl Flooring Installation
December 10, 2011
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Vinyl flooring is an affordable and functional alternative to traditional hardwood and tile materials. And thanks to the latest advancements in digital printing and manufacturing processes, vinyl flooring is also a stylish and fashionable alternative as well. Best of all, it’s possible for many homeowners to install new vinyl themselves, with just a few tools, [...]
Tips for Proper Care and Maintenance of Hardwood Floors
December 1, 2011
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Hardwood flooring isn’t the kind of design element that can just be installed then forgotten. It’s an investment that requires care and maintenance, something to love and cherish for generations. A little elbow grease and the proper knowhow can be all it takes to keep a fine floor looking lovely for a lifetime. Here are [...]
Give a Little Laminate Love: Tips on Caring for a Laminate Floor
November 28, 2011
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Today’s modern laminate floors are an economical alternative to traditional hardwoods and tile flooring styles. Thanks to new advancements in printing and manufacturing technologies, laminate flooring offers remarkable beauty and style. Best of all, laminates are designed to last. These durable floors are highly resistant to abrasion and liquid damage, and require less maintenance than [...]
Tile Talk: Proper Care & Maintenance for Ceramic, Porcelain & Stone Tile
November 25, 2011
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Tile is tough, no doubt about it. Ceramic, porcelain and stone tiles are formed from the very elements of the earth itself. These durable materials have graced floors and walls in homes for literally thousands of years. But that doesn’t mean they don’t require maintenance to stay strong and look their best. Just like any [...]
How to Care for Bamboo Flooring
November 21, 2011
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Bamboo is one of the hottest flooring trends in the industry today, and for good reason. It’s gorgeous, it’s ultra-durable, it’s economical and it’s a sustainable resource with a low environmental impact. Those are just about the best qualities a person could hope for in a new floor. Bamboo floors are designed to last a [...]
Hardwood How-To’s: Tips and Techniques for Installing Hardwood Floors
November 11, 2011
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Natural hardwood flooring adds an undeniable sense of warmth, character and beauty throughout the home. From traditional woods such as oak and hickory to exotics like tigerwood and Brazilian cherry, hardwood floors are some of the most popular and sought after design elements in both classic and contemporary environments. With just a little construction knowhow [...]
Classic Collections: Timeless Flooring Options for Traditional Homes
November 9, 2011
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Let’s face it; classic looks never go out of style, especially when it comes to home décor. Traditional colors and materials, historic furniture, hand-made cabinetry and beautiful artwork can all combine to create a timeless sense of sophistication and class. Fine flooring is an essential factor in achieving the traditional look, but with the wide [...]




January 17, 2012
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