The 6 Greenest Flooring Options for Today’s Eco-Conscious Homeowners

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As more and more homeowners have become environmentally conscious, they’ve looked for ways to decrease their carbon footprint right at home. One of the biggest ways homeowners can help the environment is to select green materials in the building or renovation of their space. And, since flooring is one of the biggest aspects of any … Read more

Considerations for Selecting the Right Flooring for a Commercial Space

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It’s funny, most people that enter a commercial building think little, if at all, about the floors they are walking on. Yet no other surface in a building gets as much wear and tear as the floors. While the general public may not give it much thought, it’s important that a building’s maintenance manager think … Read more

Common Causes of Bamboo Flooring Shrinkage

More and more homeowners consider bamboo flooring for their homes because of its rapid renewability, toughness, and affordability. When it comes to shrinkage, there’s a lot of misinformation (and confusion) on the internet, and there’s a wide range of experiences had by different homeowners across the globe. In this article, we will provide you with … Read more

Are Your Floors Emitting Dangerous Formaldehyde?

Floors emitting Fomaledehyde can be dangerous

It was recently reported that one of the largest retailers of hardwood flooring in North America is guilty of selling laminate flooring containing unsafe levels of formaldehyde. Though the company is based in the United States, much of its laminate flooring is made in China where safety standards are not as stringently regulated. They insist that … Read more

9 Reasons to Install Eucalyptus Floors in Your Home

It seems, with each passing year, more and more people are realizing they must do their part to help protect the environment. This means driving hybrid cars, buying energy-efficient appliances, and generally making greener choices when it comes to building or remodeling their home. Because of this shift toward sustainability, homeowners are looking for alternatives … Read more

Tools Checklist for Installing Flooring Yourself

When shopping for new flooring, many homeowners assume they will hire professionals to do the installation. However, many flooring materials make it easy for DIYers to tackle the job themselves, even with little or no prior experience. Installing floors yourself can save you a lot of money and can even be a fun weekend project … Read more