Bridgette Orlinger
…If you missed Part 1, check A Guide to Remodeling a Fixer-Upper | Part 1 A Little Paint Does A Lot in a Fixer-Upper A little bit of paint goes a very long way in freshening up the look of any space. If an area is structurally sound, then a good scrubbing and paint can … Read more
2021 Ambient Scholarship Award-Winning Essay Each year, Ambient Bamboo Floors is proud to provide financial assistance to a student enrolled in a two or four-year course of study at an accredited school in the U.S. This year’s winner is an undergraduate student at the University of Virginia. The 2021 winning essay appears below. Quintessential … Read more
Understanding the hazards that volatile organic compounds (VOCs) can present and how to avoid them is a crucial step in making your home—and the environment—a healthier place. Whether you are building your dream green home from the ground up or are looking for ways to make your current home more eco-friendly, decreasing volatile compounds is … Read more
If the old American dream was homeownership, the new dream is owning a sustainable home. Whether you are considering building from the ground up or want to retrofit your existing home to be more eco-friendly, the options for green building continue to grow and improve. While it is true that there was a time in … Read more
There’s no denying that 2020 changed the way we live our lives. Many people found themselves spending significantly more time at home, often crowded into spaces that felt a lot smaller when populated by significant others, children, and pets! The forced move to remote work and schooling left many families scrambling to upgrade to larger … Read more
SPC flooring is an engineered product that’s one of the most water-resistant, durable, and versatile options you have when it comes to home improvement. Along with LVT (Luxury Vinyl Tile) and WPC (Wood Polymer Composite), rigid core or “SPC flooring“ is a key player in the ‘resilient’ category of today’s flooring market. Traditional engineered floors are … Read more
Our Customer Stories segment is intended for sharing the unique stories of homeowners and DIY-ers across the country who have trusted Ambient™ flooring and building products for their home and business projects. By giving you an insider’s look at each featured customer’s journey, we hope to inspire design ideas, provide essential do-it-yourself tips, showcase excellent … Read more
The history of the usage of bamboo by humans dates back to more than 5000 years ago. Its longevity speaks for its functionality and efficiency. Ever since the Song Dynasty in ancient China, bamboo has man uses. From basic construction materials and clothing to food and medicine, this plant is extremely versatile. What is Bamboo, … Read more
Traveling is something that happens to everyone eventually, whether you’re visiting relatives on family holidays, traveling for business, or going on a well-earned vacation. Of course, for the frugal and environmentally conscious, you can’t help but notice that things like road trips, airports, and hotels tend to bring out the worst in us. Everything is … Read more
A common installation question we get every week is, “I’ve heard it’s super dense – can I nail down bamboo flooring?” The answer is a definitive YES. In fact, thousands of people worldwide nail down strand woven bamboo floors every day; it’s the most common installation method. However, like with anything in life, you … Read more