Ever found yourself drawn to the warmth and natural elegance of bamboo flooring? If you’re like many homeowners, the idea of transforming your space with this beautiful material is exciting. But the thought of installing bamboo flooring yourself might seem daunting. What if we told you, it’s not as difficult as it seems? With a … Read more
Shopping for flooring and confused by the options? Both luxury vinyl plank flooring and laminate plank flooring offer two economical options for engineered flooring. Let’s compare and see if one is better than the other. The answers may surprise you. Comparing Luxury Vinyl Plank to Laminate Flooring – The Big Picture In a head-to-head matchup, … Read more
Short answer: Yes — but with care. Bamboo flooring, especially engineered bamboo, can perform beautifully over radiant heating systems if installed properly. But not all radiant systems are created equal, and there are some key guidelines you’ll want to follow to ensure your floors last and stay gorgeous. Let’s dive into how radiant heat works, … Read more
First things first: in case you don’t already know what underlayment is, it’s the material laid on top of the sub-floor before the bamboo floor is installed (the subfloor is pretty much the base floor of your house, whether it’s a concrete slab or plywood resting on floor joists). You will need underlayment if you … Read more
You can avoid a lot of flooring problems by simply learning what to do and what not to do when installing the floors. Follow this guide to find out the most common installation mistakes — and how to best avoid them! Mistake #1: Not reading the installation instructions Flooring is a big investment and can … Read more
Bamboo flooring continues to increase in popularity due to its unique strength and elegant finish. One common problem homeowners experience is the accumulation of dried adhesive on the floor’s surface during installation. Failure to properly remove this glue while it’s still wet can lead to permanent finish damage. Below are seven steps to help you remove dried adhesive/glue … Read more