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Cork is an easy to cut and finish material. It is cheap and effective as a flooring solution. Furthermore, it is environmentally friendly as it comes from a sustainable source. Cork is also a great insulator and therefore it is effective if you have a concrete surface cover.
However, do beware that your floor needs to be smooth,dry […]
Floor lacquers usually consist of two componenets- the bulk of the product, often sold in 5 litres containers and a special hardener or crosslinker that must be mixed with the lacquer before use. It is essential that you follow the manufacturer’ s instructions because once you mix them, it must be used within a limited […]
Sanded floors that are to be waxed should be sealed with a coat of polyurethane varnish, or a sand and seal shellac, to prevent the wax from sinking into the wood first. Always make sure that the wax you use is specially formulated for floors and not anything else.
Apply the wax with a cloth, then […]
Having the right flooring in a home improve the aesthetic and functionality of your house. When choosing a flooring material, one must determine what elements the flooring will subject itself too. For example, when installing flooring in a bathroom, it would be wiser to use a ceramic tile or equivalent due to the moisture content associated to water spillage. […]
Laminate flooring is great when you know that you need to install a wood finish at a traffic heavy location. Faux wood and faux stone laminate floors provide you with the look you want tempered with physical wear and care properties that you and your family can live with. Laminate flooring is suited for rooms […]
Laundry areas should be the most difficult area to plan for in the house. The combination of clutter, chemicals, dirt and moisture is often a headache for many home owners.
If you do spend alot of time in your laundry trying to sort and fold your laundry, then resiliency is very important. A split resistance vinyl […]
Most wooden floors are very well finished. Usually, minute crystals of aluminium oxide or some other hard, clear mineral are embedded in layers of UV cured urethane coating. This manufactured process result in a very durable wooden flooring than what you get from on site application.
However, you still need to care for your floor regularly […]
Carpet runner are good at dressing up any ‘left-over’ spaces in your home. They can help to reduce noise, add traction, cushion occasional slips and absorp wear and tear.
31″ x 16 Foot Runner Area Rug
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Hallways and stairways are highly visible areas that concentrate traffic along a relatively narrow path. How should we select a suitable flooring material for these areas?
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Flooring should not only be functional but also complement the decoration of your room. For contemporary design, most people prefer a simple solid vinyl tile or bamboo flooring which ever suits your taste.
Before selecting your flooring material, determine the dorminant room element before making your selection. The flooring you choose should complement if not match […]
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