VOCs. We all know by now that they’re bad, but just how bad are they, what are they exactly, and how much of a negative impact can they have on our health? VOCs, also known as Volatile Organic Compounds, are a group of carbon-based chemicals with a superpower: they can easily evaporate into the air … Read more
There’s nothing quite as exciting, or terrifying, as bringing your baby home for the very first time. And while many new parents take the time to go through their home and “baby proof” it, ie. putting safety caps over outlets and locking cabinet doors that may house dangerous chemicals, other dangers are lurking in most … Read more
Considering finishing your basement? Though basements can be the most challenging space in your entire house to installing flooring, you may be surprised to hear that you have quite a few options when it comes to the kind of flooring you choose. To select the right basement flooring for your home, there are some things … Read more
Increasing numbers of homeowners are using greener building materials that are beautiful, durable, and affordable. Because of this, newer eco-friendly flooring options have hit the market in the past decade. You probably already know about bamboo flooring, which many homeowners and professional designers are turning to be environmentally responsible. But do you know about bamboo’s … Read more
If you’ve recently installed new bamboo flooring in your home, you most likely spent a week or so oohing-and-aahing over just how stylish and beautiful it is. And then eventually you realized there were areas in your home that you wanted to “cozy up,” especially if you live in parts of the country that experience … Read more
Owning a home has always been the American dream. There’s just something very satisfying about owning your home sweet home. But there’s also something very expensive about it when it comes time to remodeling. Installing new floors can be one of the most expensive updates to your home and many people try and stretch their … Read more
As more and more homeowners have become environmentally conscious, they’ve looked for ways to decrease their carbon footprint right at home. One of the biggest ways homeowners can help the environment is to select green materials in the building or renovation of their space. And, since flooring is one of the biggest aspects of any … Read more
Are you in the market for new flooring? If so, you’re probably overwhelmed by your choices. What you don’t want to do is spend a lot of money on flooring only to regret your choice later. If you’re wondering how to select your home’s new flooring, simply answer these 6 questions: 1. Which Room(s) Will … Read more
It seems, with each passing year, more and more people are realizing they must do their part to help protect the environment. This means driving hybrid cars, buying energy-efficient appliances, and generally making greener choices when it comes to building or remodeling their home. Because of this shift toward sustainability, homeowners are looking for alternatives … Read more
Choosing to install bamboo floors in your home was an easy decision to make. Deciding on how wide your boards should be can sometimes feel like you’re taking your SATs all over again. To help you decide the width of your boards, you’ll want to take into consideration your existing decor, room size, and personal … Read more