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Flooring Options Worth Taking A Second Look
Today we are going to show that there are plenty of other flooring options out there and many are surprisingly affordable. Concrete Concrete floors, whether just polished or sealed only are particularly beautiful in contemporary spaces. They can be a good way to add a bit of an edge to a traditional space as well. Depending on the treatment, the concrete can turn out to be quite budget friendly. Cork Cork flooring always looks beautiful underfoot, with the warmth and a movement that is similar to wood. Plus it is a green...
read moreOak Flooring Benefits
Choosing the right kind of floor to install is essential for the aesthetic appeal of a house. Having the right kind of flooring can easily contribute to increasing the value of your house - a big advantage if you wish to sale it. So why opt for oak flooring? Oak floors are top quality wooden floors Thus you can be ensured that your flooring will last for decades. Not only are oak floors sturdy, but they lend homes unique sophistication and warmth. Oak floors need little or no maintenance at all This is due to most oak floors...
read moreReasons To Choose Parquet Flooring
When you want to upgrade your home, floor is the first area into consideration. The Flooring Group will show you why you need to love Parquet Flooring. It is popular and used for a long time Parquet flooring is a very popular type of wood flooring. The fact that it has been in use so long shows that it is a trusted type of flooring. It is an alternative that can outdo other types of competitive flooring choices. Appears in an unlimited variety It is easy to find many options to choose from and lots of unique parquet varieties. This is...
read moreLaminate Floor Maintenance
The Flooring Group has made a quick guide to help keep your laminate floor clean. Sweeping Technique The best is using a vacuum cleaner or a dry dust mop. Avoid the traditional brooms as much as possible. Not only do they leave a lot of particles behind, but when mixed with a wet mop they will spread all over the floor. Use only a vacuum with a hard floor setting or with a brush roll on/off button. Use the proper Floor Cleaner Buying an expensive floor cleaner is not necessarily the correct way to go. Choose a cleaning liquid that...
read moreWood Flooring For Dog Owners
Wood floors and dogs cannot ever mix. Unless declawing the beautiful furry friend is on the list, you need to adjust the floor to the dog, not the dog to the floor. Truth is that the best floor for a home with dogs is not wood at all. Take a pick of the alternative: vinyl, laminate, tile, or stone. Nonetheless, there are customer who live for having wood floors, and here are a few options: Brazilian Walnut or Ipe Brazilian hardwood flooring is extremely hard and dense. On the other hand, Ipe, which is often called Brazilian walnut,...
read moreSkirting Boards Styles
Many homeowners think that the skirting board is dispensable since it is primarily used to cover the flaw that is found at the bottom of the walls. So, any style will do. But that could not be further from the truth. Here are some skirting board styles that can accentuate your interior perfectly. Choosing the right skirting boards could be a tough task. Perhaps some may think that any style will suit the interior of the house. In fact, there are some things to consider before purchasing them. Consider whether to replace all the...
read moreFeatures Of Prefinished Hardwood Floors
Traditionally, the hardwood flooring is installed as unfinished planks that can be then stained and finished with a protective surface layer. But recently, many manufacturers have begun to offer prefinished hardwood products that arrive ready to be installed and with a guarantee to protect them against stains, discolourations and water penetration. There are certain advantages, as well as several drawbacks. Advantages Durability: When the factory is applying the finish treatment to the wood, they use very powerful chemical sealers, that...
read moreTiled Stair Risers
British homeowners are starting to think bigger and more creatively when it comes to tiles. Mosaics have been part of an interior for thousands of years dating back to the 3rd millennium BC. But it has since developed through history while remaining a popular go-to choice of tile today. When it comes to tiles, homeowners also starting to think bigger and more creatively, very much like how they seek originality in flooring. It is no surprise, that mosaics are set to become the next big interior design trend, specifically when it goes down...
read moreFamily-Friendly Flooring Options
With so many options, how to decide what really is best for the whole family. The Flooring Group has rounded up some of the best flooring options for families with children and pets. Here are some important flooring factors to consider: Maintenance Regiments Scratch and Tear-Resistance Comfort Durability Color and Shade Options Available Water-Repellent About 30 years ago, waterborne finishes could not stand up to the durability of the oil-based ones, but this is no longer the case. Technology and innovation have transited...
read moreWool Vs. Polypropylene Carpet
The Flooring Group will help you make the right choice when choosing carpet for your home with the following article. Even though some may say that the wool versus man-made carpets debate is no longer important due to both having a rightful place in the market, the choice still stands for many. How carpets look and perform is entirely dependent on the fibre content. It has a bearing on durability, retention, feel, resilience, appearance, practicality and price. Wool is an incredible natural fibre that offers superb resilience to tear...
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