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How to Choose a Style of Stair Tread Nosing
September 25 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
Whether you have a grand entrance with a sweeping staircase or a simple set of steps leading to your basement, stair tread nosing is an important safety feature. And while its purpose is mostly utilitarian, that doesn’t mean you... read more4 min read
How to Accent with Hand-Painted Glazed Ceramic Tiles
September 04 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
Hand-painted glazed ceramic tiles are unique and beautiful, and they come in every imaginable pattern, from florals and abstracts to geometric and traditional patterns. Although hand-painted glazed ceramic tiles are most often associated with Mexican-, Moroccan, or Mediterranean-style interiors,... read more4 min read
The Pros and Cons of Engineered Bamboo Flooring
September 01 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
Engineered bamboo flooring is a durable, sustainable flooring option. It’s available in myriad colors and styles, and it’s appropriate for every room in your home, including the damp ones. Here, we look at engineered bamboo flooring, including how it’s... read more4 min read
How to Achieve a River Rock Shower Floor with Pebble Tile
August 28 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
Stone tile is a popular material for the bathroom. This includes river rocks, which bring to mind a babbling brook paved in colored stones beneath a canopy of trees: beautiful, fresh, natural, and wild. What could be more appropriate... read more3 min read
How to Create a Modern Kitchen with Gray Flooring
July 20 | 3 min read | admin
One of the trends we’ve seen in kitchen floors over the past few years is the movement away from natural stone, hardwood, and stark white tiles, although those are still good choices for a modern kitchen. But the drama... read more4 min read
Stylish Hexagon Tile Ideas for Your Bathroom
July 20 | 4 min read | admin
Tile is the best wall and flooring choice for the bathroom, since it’s waterproof, easy to maintain, and won’t mold, mildew, scratch, or stain. The number of options available for bathroom tile is astonishing. Tile comes in countless shapes,... read more4 min read
Design Tips for Matching Ceramic and Vinyl Floor and Wall Tiles
July 03 | 4 min read | admin
There are two schools of thought when it comes to tiling the bathroom or kitchen. One camp says that the wall and floor tiles should complement each other but should not match. This is because matching floor and wall... read more4 min read
The Purrr-fect Flooring for Your Felines
June 02 | 4 min read | admin
June fourth is National Hug Your Cat Day, as if you needed an excuse to cuddle with your favorite kitty. But cats aren’t all cupcakes and rainbows. They can really do a number on your flooring, from claw marks... read more3 min read
Top 6 Reasons to Remodel Your Deck
April 08 | 3 min read | David Montagliani
Has your deck been looking a little worse for the wear, lately? Even the strongest wood deck won’t last more than 20 years or so. And, with summer fast approaching, now is the ideal time to take a good... read more3 min read
4 Flooring Types for Different Businesses
April 01 | 3 min read | David Montagliani
When it’s time to choose new flooring for a commercial property, there are a few important things to consider. You no doubt want a floor design that is durable, stylish, and tailored to meet the specific needs of your... read more3 min read
Hardwood vs. Carpet: What’s Best for Your Home
March 26 | 3 min read | David Montagliani
Both hardwood flooring and carpet are popular choices for all the main living areas of the home, and for good reason. Both types of flooring installations are relatively easy to maintain and have high visual appeal. However, there are... read more