Just because it’s winter doesn’t mean you can’t indulge in a little home improvement. Depending on how comfortable you are with tools – and your skill level – there are many simple DIY home improvement projects you can take on to upgrade the look of your house. Face it: Once the holiday decorations are safely … Read more
As Wi-Fi capabilities increase and technology advances, products that make your home “smart” are rapidly gaining popularity. From accurately tracking your energy bills to remotely switching off the lights, smart home technology is available for almost every part of your home. This video shows a demo of what a fully automated smart home might look … 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
Every political cycle, the candidates make claims and the fact-checkers step in to set the record straight. The goal is a well-informed voter. Similarly, there are plenty of ‘alternative facts’ that have spread across the web regarding bamboo floors in particular, and flooring shoppers are also in need of some legitimate fact-checking. The internet is … Read more
November is here and no matter where you live in the US, you’ve got to be concerned with staying warm at home. However, where you live makes a difference in how and what you heat. From heating the pool room in the basement to warming the water in your swimming pool outside, here’s a look … Read more
Ambient Scholarship Award-Winning Essay by Ada Lian Each year, Ambient 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, Ada Lian, is a student at Cornell University. Ms. Lian delved into the ability of bamboo to … Read more
It’s that time of year when pumpkin spice is everywhere you look. That means it’s not just time to enjoy your favorite flavored latte or an Oktoberfest beer: it’s also time to start thinking about hardwood floors. You might be asking, “Can’t I just curl up in my favorite sweater and enjoy my beverage?” Sure … Read more
Believe it or not, basic building construction hasn’t changed that much in the last 100 years. Consequently, builders still frame, dry-in, do electrical and plumbing in pretty much the same order they did in 1920 (yes, people had electricity and indoor plumbing). But, what has changed are the tools and materials they use to do … Read more
Back in 2018, we shared 8 Tips for Going Green in the Workplace. What a difference two years makes! These days, it seems everyone is working from home, and there are no big signs of change. Earlier this month, Facebook announced its employees would continue working from home until at least July 2021. Going green … Read more
Home. Spending much time there lately? Don’t let being home stress you out. Home should be a place of refuge. Your own private sanctuary. Transform any house into a stress-less sanctuary without stressing the planet by using these eco-friendly tips. Lighting LEDs, CFLs, white lights, blue lights, light before bedtime. It’s enough to stress anyone … Read more