The Future of Sustainable Homes

When considering the environmental damage that’s done daily to the environment, most people think about industrial power plants spewing pollution into the air or the millions of gas-guzzling cars burning billions of gallons every week. But very few people stop and consider how much damage homes can do to the environment. Through electricity, heating, and … Read more

Unique Uses for Bamboo Flooring

Bamboo has become a very popular flooring choice in recent years. The natural beauty, combined with durability and affordability make it an attractive building material for homeowners. Bamboo also happens to be an extremely versatile material, more versatile than some would even imagine. Did you know you can put bamboo on your walls and even … Read more

How to Fix Scratches and Other Marks in Your Floors

Wood Floor Scratches

Whether you’ve got pets running around your home, kids running around your home, chairs scraping, or heavy pans dropping, you’ve got a perfect storm for creating dings, dents, and scratches on your floor. If you have a large disposable income, you may not mind paying a professional floor refinisher to fix scratches for you. But, … Read more

The Growth in Popularity of Eucalyptus Flooring

Because increasing numbers of consumers are requiring green materials to be used in the construction and renovation of their homes, manufacturers are answering the call and producing all sorts of environmentally-friendly products. Flooring is one particular material that has seen a range of green options in the last 5-10 years. First, there was bamboo flooring … Read more

Does the thickness of my wood flooring matter?

Does the thickness of my wood flooring matter?

When installing new hardwood floors in your home, one of the things you need to consider is the thickness of the planks. In the past, most wood floors were sold in 3/4″ thickness; however, as more durable floors appear on the market (like strand is woven bamboo flooring), the planks’ thickness has become less important. … Read more

Best Bamboo Flooring Adhesives

When choosing the best flooring adhesives for your project, there are definitely some reasonably priced options available in the market. Choosing an adhesive may depend on what type of subfloor you have in your installation project. Here is a guide to help you choose the best adhesives for your bamboo flooring. Hardwood and Bamboo Flooring … Read more

Sustainable Floor Choices for the Sustainable Home

In recent years, more and more homeowners have switched to greener flooring options. Traditional floorings, such as carpet and vinyl, are now known to give off dangerous toxic gases within the home. Not only that, these flooring materials are harder to maintain, they encourage mold, dust, and bacteria, and they don’t last as long, causing them to … Read more