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Month: June 2015

Is Bamboo Right For Me?

An increasingly popular option in new homes and renovations is now bamboo flooring. You need to understand both the advantages and the disadvantages of using this material before deciding if it fits best for your project. Advantages of Bamboo For many, advantages like eco-friendliness, durability, suitability, cost, variety of styles, . . . Read more

How to Install A Bamboo Floor

Bamboo floor installation is not much different from standard hardwood floor installation. The primary motivation for installing a bamboo floor is to save money. It can be installed in half the cost by considering to doing it yourself. The great news is that installing a bamboo floor can be an . . . Read more

How Bamboo Flooring is Made

Bamboo flooring can be a wonderful choice for environmentally concerned customers.  When handled the right way, the flooring is durable and environmentally-friendly. The process of creating an attractive wood floor leaves very little waste. The best way to remove any doubts and concerns about the chemicals used in treating the . . . Read more

How to Install Laminate Flooring

How to Install Laminate Flooring This is a common project for the DIYer with some light carpentry experience and for people who are comfortable with table saws or other related tools. In this section, we’re going to give you the details of how this process should happen. Before we start, here’s a . . . Read more

CARB-ATCM

California Air Resources Board (CARB) approved in 2007 a new standard of formaldehyde emissions controls named the Airborne Toxics Control Measure (ATCM). The measurement implements standard formaldehyde emissions ratings for all wood and manufactured wood products (including particleboard, hardwood, plywood, medium-density fiberboard, and also finished products manufactured with wood parts). . . . Read more

Laminate Flooring Buying Guide

Laminate flooring has recently become very advanced and popular and finding the right laminate is a big decision. Our Buying Guide can help you learn everything you need to know about this product. Before giving you more details,  here’s a video with 5 vital areas to consider when you’re looking for . . . Read more

How to Care for a Bamboo Floor

Bamboo flooring combines the strength and durability along with the looks many people are going for when they choose a flooring for their homes or businesses. After finalizing the installation, it is important to take good and proper care of this type of flooring to ensure its long-lasting and its . . . Read more

How to Care For Laminate Floors

The great news is that laminate flooring is very easy to clean and care for. Laminate floor is built to stand up to abrasion and it also boasts the refinement and shine of hardwood flooring, without the condition of regular waxing and polishing. You only need a vacuum cleaner, a dry . . . Read more

Types of Wood Decking

Types of wood decking Decks are exposed to everyday activities and traffic, such as pets, kids, walking, heavy objects and weather, therefore they have to have durability and be sturdy. When correctly installed, decks will not only improve the appearance of your house, but also increase its value. When having . . . Read more

Decking Accessories

Decking accessories Construction materials are just as important as the quality of the wood when building your deck. Railings, fasteners, rollers, something to cut the wood if near edges, and dividers will be needed to complete your set before preparing to start. Hardware and fasteners When assembling your deck, there . . . Read more