March 25, 2010
Shops and other retail environments are the perfect spaces for laminate flooring. Practical, affordable and easy to clean, laminate flooring can also add a touch of style and flair to your establishment.
Appearance is everything
It is not only the products you sell in your store that matter, it is also the way you display them [...]
March 25, 2010
Selecting the right hardwood flooring for your home can be tricky enough, but it becomes even more difficult when you add the needs of your whole family into the equation. If you don’t which species of wood or which finish to go for – get organised and run systematically through the following considerations. This should [...]
March 24, 2010
Installing wood flooring in your home is not always as easy as just buying it. It can be straightforward if you hire a professional to complete the installation for you, but if you decide to take on the job yourself it becomes a DIY project. As everyone knows, DIY projects require a little bit of [...]
March 24, 2010
Oak is one of the most popular species used for hardwood flooring. There are many, many varieties to choose from, but they all have a few attributes in common; durability, strength and beauty. It is these features that have made it such a prevalent choice amongst modern homeowners.
If you have your heart set on oak [...]
March 21, 2010
Nowadays, the use of laminate flooring in commercial properties such as shops, restaurants and hotels has become extremely popular. It offers the owners of these establishments a clean, professional finish without costing the earth. It is also quick and easy to install, which is a bonus for business owners rushed off their feet enough as [...]
March 20, 2010
Most people go for the prefinished option when buying hardwood flooring. This is mainly because it is easier, more convenient, and it also means that your floors are ready to walk practically as soon as installation is complete. However, there can be a lot of finish options out there, and some manufacturers end up bamboozling [...]
March 19, 2010
After you’ve chosen the kind of wood flooring you want, it’s then time to start thinking about installation. However, before you can assemble tools and start laying the floor, you need to acclimatise the wood material to the particular conditions in your home.
Acclimatisation is important, because wood is particularly receptive to changes in heat [...]
March 19, 2010
When the lustre and brilliance of your hardwood flooring fades, the effect it has on the appearance of your home interiors can be extremely dispiriting. The whole point of buying hardwood flooring is that you end up with natural shine and character, a sense of authenticity and rich, intense colours. If this diminishes, your investment [...]
March 18, 2010
Hardwood flooring can be an extremely beautiful original feature in your home, but it does need a bit of care and attention to keep it that way. Cleaning only needs doing every now and again, but there are a few general rules of thumb to bear in mind…
Dealing with moisture
• DO: Wipe up any spills as [...]
March 18, 2010
There are many different aspects involved in wood flooring, including installation processes, wood species and styles. There’s a lot to think about and a number of choices to make.
Of all your options, one of the best has got to be floating floors. They are modern, fashionable and extremely attractive – but what are they [...]
