James Wright
When considering the environmental damage thatās done daily to the environment, most people think about industrial power plants spewing pollution into the air or the millions of gas-guzzling cars burning billions of gallons every week. But very few people stop and consider how much damage homes can do to the environment. Through electricity, heating, and … Read more
If youāve been reading our blog, youāve no doubt heard us mention once or twice (or, okay, countless times) why bamboo is such a great flooring option. For starters, itās uniquely beautiful. Since itās made from grass instead of wood, bamboo offers a very special look to your home. Itās sleek, elegant, warm, and fun! … Read more
Bamboo has become a very popular flooring choice in recent years. The natural beauty, combined with durability and affordability make it an attractive building material for homeowners. Bamboo also happens to be an extremely versatile material, more versatile than some would even imagine. Did you know you can put bamboo on your walls and even … Read more
Whether youāve got pets running around your home, kids running around your home, chairs scraping, or heavy pans dropping, youāve got a perfect storm for creating dings, dents, and scratches on your floor. If you have a large disposable income, you may not mind paying a professional floor refinisher to fix scratches for you. But, … Read more
Because increasing numbers of consumers are requiring green materials to be used in the construction and renovation of their homes, manufacturers are answering the call and producing all sorts of environmentally-friendly products. Flooring is one particular material that has seen a range of green options in the last 5-10 years. First, there was bamboo flooring … Read more
When installing new hardwood floors in your home, one of the things you need to consider is the thickness of the planks. In the past, most wood floors were sold in 3/4″ thickness; however, as more durable floors appear on the market (like strand is woven bamboo flooring), the planks’ thickness has become less important. … Read more
When thereās a bun in the oven, one of the first things new parents do is create the perfect nursery for their baby. A lot more goes into creating a nursery than just picking either pink or blue paint, puppies, or clowns on the wallpaper. That space has to not only be clean and inviting … Read more
When choosing the best flooring adhesives for your project, there are definitely some reasonably priced options available in the market. Choosing an adhesive may depend on what type of subfloor you have in your installation project. Here is a guide to help you choose the best adhesives for your bamboo flooring. Hardwood and Bamboo Flooring … Read more
In recent years, more and more homeowners have switched to greener flooring options. Traditional floorings, such as carpet and vinyl, are now known to give off dangerous toxic gases within the home. Not only that, these flooring materials are harder to maintain, they encourage mold, dust, and bacteria, and theyĀ donāt last as long,Ā causing them to … Read more
Bamboo is one of the most popular flooring options on the market today, and for a good reason. Itās a green, sustainable material with the same warmth and beauty as hardwood costs less and can last as long as hardwood with proper care and maintenance. There are various bamboo flooring types out there with varying … Read more