Cheryl K.
For the 2022 holiday season, going green doesn’t refer to that nasty Grinch, it means shopping green. Most all consumers seek added value from ecologically-friendly products, but this is especially true for Gen Z. Savvy shoppers don’t fall for green-washing and dedicated environmentalists do a quick eye-roll when brands advertise their “eco-friendly” line of burgers, … Read more
As the leaves change color and fall from the trees, it’s time to start thinking about autumn decorations. Make autumn decorations with green materials and reduce your environmental impact while celebrating the season. Sustainable materials replenish at the same rate or faster than they are consumed, and include renewable resources, recycled materials, and naturally abundant … Read more
Just because life is messy doesn’t mean your floors need to be messy too. Most hardwood flooring has a bad rep for having rigorous care requirements. However, bamboo flooring is surprisingly easy to clean, and care doesn’t require special equipment. Here is how to clean bamboo floors so you enjoy their natural beauty for years … Read more
Are you drawn to the beauty and durability of bamboo flooring but confused by all the types of bamboo flooring available? Fret not! Bamboo flooring breaks down into two major categories: engineered bamboo flooring and solid bamboo flooring. Once you understand the difference between engineered flooring and solid flooring, picking the best flooring for your … Read more
Think wood flooring is bad for the planet? Not all hardwood flooring destroys forests. Bamboo flooring makes a great option for reducing the carbon footprint of your home. What makes bamboo flooring eco-friendly? Here is a quick look at how bamboo is grown, harvested, transformed into flooring, and transported. Easy to Farm When it comes … Read more
Bamboo flooring is beautiful and comes in so many finishes and plank widths that it’s a shame to leave it at home when you go to work. But is bamboo flooring good for light commercial applications? Can it stand up to foot traffic? Yes, bamboo flooring is completely at home when installed at work. Here’s … Read more
Have you decided to purchase bamboo flooring? Great choice. Bamboo is not only beautiful, but it is durable as heck. It’s also a natural product. While there is a minimal variation from production run to production run, you still want to get your flooring from one production lot and buy a sufficient quantity to finish … Read more
Fall is the best time to install bamboo flooring. Like other hardwood flooring, bamboo floors absorb moisture from the environment. While you can install bamboo floors in the Winter, the air is cold and dry. You can install hardwood flooring in the Summer, but the air is hot and humid. In the Fall, temperatures are … Read more
Now that you’re finally living with the beautiful wood floors of your dreams, it’s time to think about how you’re going to keep those gorgeous floors looking new. If you search “how to keep furniture from scratching wood floors” you’ll see advice such as sticking your bed in a corner or attaching roller casters to … Read more
Remember that new computer feeling? Lightning fast start-up times, jackrabbit processing, and the only thing freezing were the ice cubes in your beverage glass. But over time, your computer takes longer to get going, programs run slower, and your PC starts freezing or displaying the dreaded blue screen of death. Is it time to upgrade … Read more