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Cherry Hardwood Flooring

May 16, 2018November 17, 2005 by Kit Cassingham

Select your cherry flooring carefully because some cherry woods are a softer than others. Selecting the right wood, possibly Brazilian or Bolivian hardwood cherry flooring, you will enjoy its unique grain and deep color for years to come.

Advantages of Ceramic Tile Flooring

May 27, 2018November 17, 2005 by Kit Cassingham

Ceramic tile flooring is considered one of the most durable and cost-effective flooring solutions. Ceramic tiles are basically pieces of clay that have been pressed, heated, shaped and glazed. They have been in existence for quite a long time and with passing time, men have improved the technology, and hence the quality of the ceramic tile. They are widely used and easily is one of the most widely preferred choices when it comes to flooring.

Ceramic tiles offer many advantages:

Simple installation
Large variety of styles
Durable
Easy maintenance
Add value

And only a few drawbacks:

Difficult to remove
More expensive than some options

Ceramic tiles are made by a process in which clay is pressed, cut into shapes and fired in a kiln to create hard tiles. Most manufacturers also cover tiles with a glaze before firing to add to the tile’s hardness and functionality. Ceramic tiles that have been glazed are easier to clean and resist weather and moisture more effectively. Tiles that are unglazed can look stunning and some people prefer them because they are less slippery. If you plan on using unglazed ceramic tiles for your floors, however, you will want to make sure that they are covered with a protective sealant. This will help prevent stains and will protect your floors. The process of manufacture may vary slightly from location to location and also the quality of clay available.

Fascinating tips and tricks for Carpet Cleaning

April 1, 2018November 17, 2005 by Kit Cassingham

How will you approach your carpet cleaning. Vacuuming is a good first step, but deep cleaning and shampooing are also necessary on occasion. Will you buy or rent carpet cleaning machines and do the work yourself or hire carpet cleaning companies to tend to the deep cleaning? What carpet cleaning tip will help you keep your carpets at their best?

The Uses And Benefits Of Carpet

September 27, 2016November 17, 2005 by Kit Cassingham

Carpet is a textile oriented floor covering which consists of an upper layer called pile which is attached to a backing. The pile is very commonly made from woll or fibres like: polyester, polypropylene, nylon. They mostly contains twisted tuffs which are regularly heat-treated inorder to maintain the structure at different environmental situations. It is used to cover the flooring of an entire house. They are also used in industries and commercial establishments. It is one of the most commonly used flooring types in homes and businesses. Its popularity comes and goes, but generally it’s a flooring option that’s here to stay.

Some of the reasons carpeting is so popular are:

warmth
softness
sound muffling quality
variety of color, texture and style

Some of carpet’s disadvantages include:

difficult to clean
wears out within a few years
holds dust, mites, and other allergens

Best of the factors to Buy Hardwood Flooring options

August 22, 2016November 17, 2005 by Kit Cassingham

Why should you buy hardwood flooring? Hardwood flooring is an exceptional quality flooring to use within your home or your business. The value of hardwood is typically more than most other types of flooring, partially because of its durability and styling. It adds beauty and increases your home’s value. There are many reasons to buy hardwood flooring. The only drawback to purchasing it, isprice.

There are various options available to you when you buy hardwood flooring. You can find a wide range of choices in color, quality, and price. First, you should choose the type of hardwood that fits your needs. Look for the color and the grain pattern that you enjoy and that will fit your home. Then look for durability in the protective coating, if you are considering pre-finished hardwood floors. If you are buying an unfinished wood flooring, then evaluate the finished that can be applied to your new hardwood flooring to keep it looking great for years.

How to Clean Brick Flooring For Home – TheFlooringlady

December 19, 2016November 17, 2005 by Kit Cassingham

Brick isn’t just for walls, it looks great on the floor too. Brick flooring uses a thin brick that can be laid in various patterns to give as formal or casual a look as fits your style. You don’t want actual bricks? Try brick pattern vinly, laminate or lineleum flooring.

Bamboo Flooring

August 22, 2016November 17, 2005 by Kit Cassingham

Bamboo is relatively new to the flooring industry. Compared to tile, stone, carpet, wood, laminate, and linoleum floors, it has lots to offer. It’s a renewable resource and good on radiant floor heating systems.

Have you thought about using grass for your flooring? Well, you can do just that, if you select bamboo.

Laminate Flooring

August 22, 2016November 8, 2005 by Kit Cassingham

Laminate flooring is a viable solution for using in new construction or in renovations. Floating floors with real wood surfaces, or wood, stone or tile patterns, have benefits not found in other flooring products.

As a verb it means to bond together in layers, while as a noun, it refers to a material that is produced by bonding together layers of material. For flooring, “laminate” is a family of products in which a finish material is fused to a substrate. Laminates can resemble many things, including wood, stone (like marble, slate, or flagstone), tile, or a solid surface of color (though that’s usually saved for countertops).