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Decking That Is Right for You: Composite & Wood
July 15 | 2 min read | BuildDirect
The perfect deck will blend form with function. It’s a relaxing extension of your home, blending the comforts of the indoors with the pleasure of being outdoors. Whether you use yours for barbequing, suntanning, or reading, it’s a mini-escape literally just outside your doorstep. However, it... read more
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Hiring Home Improvement Contractors: Performance Bonds
June 17 | 3 min read | BuildDirect
Hiring a contractor, especially during a time when the market is flooded perhaps with the less-than-experienced and possibly less-competent, is a tricky business. But, one factor that can separate the wheat from the chaff is the bonded contractor, and... read more
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Reasons to Use Travertine Tile and Pavers
June 08 | 2 min read | BuildDirect
Travertine is an ancient material, literally used to build an empire. The ancient Romans counted on travertine as a key building material. And even today, travertine tile and pavers are used to bring some of that imperial beauty and... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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Pressure Wash Your Deck For Spring
April 19 | 3 min read | BuildDirect
Your decks and patios have endured a lot over the winter, from UV rays, to moisture from melting snow, to tree sap. So, now that spring is here, its time to apply some tender, or maybe not so tender,... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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What’s Composite Decking & Why’s Everyone Talking About it? [An Infographic]
April 11 | < 1 | admin
Composite decking, not unlike laminate flooring, has evolved greatly since it became a mainstream building material. Once considered something of an also-ran by early detractors, and compared unfavorably to wood decking , composite decking has emerged as a premium... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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Laminate Floors For Spring Installation
March 22 | 2 min read | BuildDirect
Laminate floors for a spring installation is a great way to introduce the season. Nothing says fresh and new like a new floor. Flooring has changed a lot in recent years, and laminates are no exception. They have come... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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Hardwood Flooring Kiln Drying Process
March 17 | 2 min read | admin
Co-Founder of BuildDirect Rob Banks and I went to a hardwood flooring mill in Quebec. There, we observed the making of hardwood floors from end to end. It was pretty fascinating, and the people on the floor were very... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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Building A Deck: 4 Decking Essentials
March 09 | 3 min read | BuildDirect
When considering building a deck, there are many variables that need to be evaluated. Some considerations that need to be decided on include where the deck will be placed, and its use and the size that you would like... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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How to Install Carpet and Underpad
December 30 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
When you go to price carpet, oftentimes you notice that the greatest expense is the installation. Installing carpet not only includes laying the carpet itself, but also some preparation work. This will include checking the sub-flooring and removing old... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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Wood Dust Added to California Prop 65: Should You Be Afraid?
November 30 | 3 min read | admin
In a bid to protect public health, it seems that wood dust has been added to California’s Prop 65 hit list of toxic agents. What this means is that each box of wood product, including wood flooring and laminate... read more (20 rating, average rating is 3.15/5)Loading...
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Tile Trends 2011, Part 1: History of Tile So Far
November 29 | 5 min read | BuildDirect
Today’s guest post is part 1 of 2 by Roger of FloorElf.com, a tile expert if there ever was one. He’s taken on a big topic for us, and for you; he answers the question of where design trends... read more (1 rating, average rating is 1.00/5)Loading...
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Laminate Flooring Reviews: What To Look For In A Good Product Review
October 20 | 3 min read | BuildDirect
*** Over the last few decades laminate flooring has become more and more popular. It is being installed in both residential and commercial settings for a number of reasons. It has many advantages over other materials for certain budgets,... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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Installing Laminate Radiant Floor Heating
October 20 | 3 min read | BuildDirect
Radiant floor heating is a type of heating that has become more and more popular over the last few decades, both in homes and commercial settings. During the same period of time, laminate flooring has become extremely popular as... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...