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14 Wood Flooring Ideas for Living Rooms
March 10 | 5 min read | BuildDirect
It’s most likely your living room is the largest space in your home and is used for family time, to entertain guests, and is the spot for daily life catch-all. As such, choosing flooring is a sizable investment and... read more
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Carpet Tiles vs. Carpet: A Detailed Comparison
March 04 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
Carpet, also known as broadloom or wall-to-wall carpet, was traditionally used in every space except the kitchen and bathroom and is now used primarily in bedrooms or areas where comfort underfoot is highly valued. Historically, carpet tiles were created... read more
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Choosing the Best Flooring for Florida Homes
February 25 | 5 min read | BuildDirect
Living in Florida presents a unique set of challenges when the time comes to select a flooring option. Choosing from hundreds of different styles, designs, colors, pricing, and availability are just one set of concerns, but living in a... read more (18 rating, average rating is 2.67/5)Loading...
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The 8 Best Basement Flooring Options
February 11 | 6 min read | BuildDirect
Ready to turn that basement into a more comfortable and livable space? Always start with the flooring. Before making your basement flooring selection, there are a few things you should consider if you are choosing a floor for a... read more (12 rating, average rating is 2.50/5)Loading...
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Laminate Flooring vs Carpet: Comparison, Costs, Pros & Cons
February 04 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
Choosing between carpet vs laminate can be tough and time consuming. There are many different factors to consider. Where will you be installing your new flooring? How is the space going to be used? Who will be using the... read more (9 rating, average rating is 1.78/5)Loading...
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Laminate vs Tile Flooring: Costs & Comparisons
February 04 | 5 min read | BuildDirect
Flooring considered the fifth wall by interior designers, has the tough job of ensuring that a design achieves the desired look and meets durability expectations—all while staying on budget. Navigating the seemingly endless possibilities can be puzzling. Tile vs... read more (3 rating, average rating is 3.67/5)Loading...
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A Guide to Retail Flooring Options
January 27 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
There are many retail flooring material options on the market today. Choosing the right flooring material can make or break a retail shop’s appearance. However, it’s not just about what looks great. Any retail store owner will tell you... read more (12 rating, average rating is 2.17/5)Loading...
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Engineered Hardwood: The Best Water Resistant Flooring for Basements
January 21 | 5 min read | BuildDirect
Hardwood floors are tough to beat. They are beautiful, warm, add value to your home, and last for ages, but hardwood floors cannot withstand high levels of humidity and certainly cannot handle occasional flooding. So, installing hardwood flooring in... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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20 Trending Laminate Flooring Colors You’ll Love
January 14 | 7 min read | BuildDirect
Laminate flooring is the best go-to wood flooring alternative for home use with a continuously growing selection of wood looks and colors. Laminate wood-look flooring used to be a simple smattering of dull colors with little textural variation. Laminate... read more (1 rating, average rating is 5.00/5)Loading...
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Engineered Hardwood vs. Vinyl Flooring: Which Material is Best?
January 07 | 5 min read | BuildDirect
Many of you now work, and workout, at home, and that long-standing flex space has permanently transitioned into an office or home gym with flooring that is no longer ideal for its new use. Perhaps your office or new... read more (10 rating, average rating is 3.00/5)Loading...
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How to Install Durable Basement Wood Flooring
December 23 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
Curious about how to install hardwood flooring in a basement? It’s no secret that homeowners love wood flooring. It’s hypoallergenic, natural, durable, and has a high-quality look. That’s why many homeowners want hardwood floors in their basements. However, hardwood... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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Is Faux Wood Flooring Really Better than Natural Wood?
December 17 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
Every home buyer knows that installing real hardwood flooring in their home is an investment. It is beautiful, warm, and can last for ages. If money is no object, the only decision is which species to choose. However, advances... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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Which Types of Vinyl Flooring Are the Best Fit for Your Home?
December 10 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
There is no other flooring that can compete with vinyl flooring’s numerous attributes, versatility, and affordability. While vinyl flooring has been around for decades, today’s flooring technology has elevated vinyl flooring to a whole new level. The different types... read more (1 rating, average rating is 5.00/5)Loading...