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3 Annoying Floor Sounds and What They Mean
April 18 | 4 min read | admin
If you have hardwood, engineered wooden flooring, or wood laminate floors in your home, you might notice some unusual sounds coming from them. Discover the three most common annoying floor sounds you might hear in your home and what... read more4 min read
March 27 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
Tile is one of the world’s oldest building materials yet still ready for modern use. How do you choose a tile floor? Take a look at this overview to get started. *** Choosing a tile floor for your home... read more2 min read
Deck Tiles: Where And Why You Should Be Using Them
March 09 | 2 min read | BuildDirect
Deck Tiles are inexpensive, easy to install, and require no major work! You’ll be surprised at how many ways you can use them too! Here’s the lowdown on deck tiles: What are deck tiles? If you are not familiar... read more5 min read
Red Oak Hardwood Flooring: Setting The Standard
March 03 | 5 min read | BuildDirect
Red oak hardwood flooring is a stalwart option when you’re trying to strike a balance between look, durability, and ease of installation. Here’s why red oak is an ideal balance when you’re choosing a flooring species. *** Ready to... read more5 min read
Cork As Flooring Underlay: The Part It Was Born To Play
February 21 | 5 min read | BuildDirect
Cork works as an excellent underlayment, the material that goes under your flooring, and provides stability and support. Cork happens to be one of the top choices for underlayment due to its unique structure and incredible benefits... read more5 min read
Benefits of Laminate Flooring: 5 Reasons Why It’s Better Than Ever
February 17 | 5 min read | BuildDirect
Laminate flooring has graduated from being a floor one settles for into one of the most sought-after floors around. Here are some of the ways this is happening. *** People know laminate flooring as a more affordable hardwood or... read more5 min read
January 07 | 5 min read | BuildDirect
Hardwood floor gaps can be complicated. They’re caused by a variety of things, and learning how to fix hardwood gaps might not actually solve the real problem with your floor! But don’t worry: You can learn all about hardwood... read more3 min read
Denim Insulation: The Good And The Bad
October 09 | 3 min read | BuildDirect
Post industrial and post consumer denim and cotton are recycled into insulation. Is it the best choice for you? Here are some thoughts to consider. *** Insulation in any form is an eco-friendly option. When installed correctly, it cuts... read more3 min read
Hardwood Flooring Product Profile: What Are Red and White Oak?
June 15 | 3 min read | BuildDirect
There are many different types, colors, and styles of red and white oak flooring from which to choose. Here’s how you can consider the options. *** Oak trees are one of those iconic species. Oak trees have inspired magical... read more3 min read
6 Ways To Know It’s Time For a New Deck
April 27 | 3 min read | BuildDirect
Your deck is an important part of your home as a whole, creating continuity between outdoors and in. Here’s how to check its health, and decide on replacement. *** Even if your deck has been waterproofed and built... read more2 min read
How to Find A Contractor For Home Improvement: The Basics
April 11 | 2 min read | BuildDirect
Hiring a professional contractor for a home improvement project can be challenging, and a bit scary too. Here are the basics to help you get started. *** Hiring a professional should be simple, right? When something goes wrong in... read more2 min read
April 05 | 2 min read | BuildDirect
Radiant heating is a popular addition to a flooring installation. Here are some of the basics of radiant heat when thinking about choosing and installing it. *** For anyone suffering through winter, the thought of getting out of bed... read more