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Harlequin Patterned Wood Flooring
February 02 | 2 min read | BuildDirect
Wood flooring is timeless, playing a part in great design and home decor over the decades and centuries. Often, wood flooring is looked upon as a rustic, down-home texture. At other times, wood floors are refined and tailored surfaces,... read more
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5 Options For Mudroom Flooring
December 21 | 3 min read | BuildDirect
What are your options for the best flooring for mudroom installations? Here are 5 mudroom flooring options to help to get you started. *** The mudroom series continues… Over the past two weeks, I’ve shared ideas and inspirational images... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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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...
Interior Design & Architecture
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5 Reasons to Use Porcelain Tile As A Home Decor Surface
May 04 | 2 min read | BuildDirect
The value of porcelain tile is something which has been considered and utilized for centuries, and across a multitude of uses, and cultures. But, if we boiled down what that value really meant, what would we find to be... 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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Find Out Which Type of Flooring is Right For You
January 06 | 4 min read | BuildDirect
Choice when it comes to flooring has expanded greatly over the last few decades, and particularly in the last decade or so. Now, choice is good as we know. But, sometimes it can be a little overwhelming. After all,... read more
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Choosing Natural Stone Tile – Granite, Marble, Travertine, More
December 09 | 6 min read | BuildDirect
As an overall subset of building material, natural stone has at least two striking characteristics that seem to contradict each other. First, the use and popularity of natural stone surfaces has been consistent for thousands of years, and across many... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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Installing Sheet Vinyl Flooring
December 01 | 3 min read | BuildDirect
It is not all that difficult to install sheet vinyl flooring if you follow these instructions as well as any additional instructions that come with the type of flooring you choose. Sheet vinyl flooring comes in a single 6′... read more (No Ratings Yet)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 For Basements Installation Step By Step
October 29 | 3 min read | BuildDirect
Laminate flooring in basements is a cost-effective, easy way to enhance a finished basement. Here are the basic steps to taking on this flooring installation. *** Laminate floors provide an individual with the appearance of expensive floors without having... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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Can Laminate Flooring Be Installed in Bathrooms?
October 28 | 2 min read | BuildDirect
Laminate flooring is a versatile and cost-effective modern floor option, even in bathrooms in some cases. Find out how it’s evolved here. *** Is it okay to install laminate flooring in bathrooms? Laminate flooring was once off limits to... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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October 24 | 3 min read | BuildDirect
What are the advantages of choosing wood laminate flooring over that of a natural wood floor? Take a look at the overview below. *** If you’re planning to replace carpet or other flooring in your home, wood laminate flooring... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...
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Dos and Don’ts Of Cleaning Laminate Flooring
October 22 | 3 min read | BuildDirect
How do you clean laminate floors? Well, there are a few dos and don’ts to consider. Here are some of the most important floor cleaning tips. *** Laminate flooring is a very good choice in flooring for new homes... read more (No Ratings Yet)Loading...