Design Trends
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Find Your Style: 4 Iconic Looks and How to Make Them Your Own
March 18 | 3 min read | BuildDirect
Building your dream room is easier with a little push in the right direction If you’re a design lover, deciding on a style for your space can be difficult. After all, those of us that can appreciate elegant design... read more3 min read
What Are the Most Popular Hardwood Floor Textures?
November 08 | 3 min read | BuildDirect
Hardwood floors come in a variety of different textures and styles. From handscraped to smooth, there’s a textured hardwood that’s right for everyone. What are the different types of hardwood flooring textures? Which is the best? Let’s take a... read more4 min read
What Are the Most Durable Flooring Options for Your Home?
October 18 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
From pet claws and muddy shoes, to heavy furniture and exposure to the outdoors, floors take a lot of abuse. Even the most well-kept floors can be damaged in an instant if they aren’t rated for durability. That’s why... read more7 min read
Carpet vs. Laminate Flooring: Which One Should I Choose?
October 13 | 7 min read | BuildDirect
Carpet and laminate are both extremely popular options when it comes to flooring. If you’re looking to design and build a home from the ground up or you’re updating an existing space, these two prominent flooring options are almost... read more6 min read
5 Questions to Ask Before Using Marble Tile in Your Bathroom
September 06 | 6 min read | BuildDirect
If you’re thinking about updating the tile in your bathroom, there is a wide array of materials, colors, and designs to choose from. When it comes to stone tile, marble is a beautiful choice. This durable natural stone adds... read more4 min read
Bamboo Flooring for Bathrooms: 2022 Trends and Styles
August 01 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
Bamboo flooring is a popular option that more and more designers are choosing for their projects in 2022. In many cases, that’s because bamboo represents a new, novel look that’s different from hardwood, natural stone, ceramic tile or porcelain... read more4 min read
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 more5 min read
14 Vinyl Kitchen Flooring Trends for 2022
November 19 | 5 min read | BuildDirect
Kitchens are communal gathering spaces where families come together to start or end their day, where guests are entertained, and where some of us now work, thanks to the pandemic. With so much activity taking place in one area,... read more6 min read
Bedroom Tiles for Floor and Decor
November 11 | 6 min read | BuildDirect
Tile is a go-to material for entry spaces, mud rooms, kitchens and bathrooms because it’s durable and simple to maintain on a daily basis. There are more ways to use tile that most people don’t think about when taking... read more4 min read
Vinyl Plank Flooring Pros and Cons
October 09 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
Vinyl plank flooring, also known as luxury vinyl tile, is by far the most popular choice among homeowners, business owners, and remodeling contractors when replacing an existing floor covering, for two reasons: it is durable and water-resistant. It is... read more5 min read
Decorating with Concrete Look Tiles
August 19 | 5 min read | BuildDirect
Modern design themes require modern materials. That includes your flooring too. While mainstays like wood and natural stone are versatile and come in lots of different looks, nothing compares to the cool, contemporary look of concrete. However, pouring concrete... read more4 min read
Matching Countertops and Floors: Is It Necessary?
July 29 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
In the world of home remodeling and design, the concept of matching countertops and floors was once considered the norm. Today, homeowners are looking for a more unique and eclectic way to design their kitchen, so that this part... read more4 min read
Creative Tile to Wood Transition Ideas
July 22 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
If your home has a mixture of tile and wood flooring, a transition strip makes everything safe and seamless between different rooms. To ensure a beautiful look, you can get creative with your tile to wood transition and try... read more